DOT Drug Testing Rules and Your Employment

The importance of the DOT testing rules cannot be underestimated as research has shown that most of the accidents that happen in the transportation sector are attributed to drug and substance abuse by the employees. All employers are required to perform pre-employment tests and review an applicants testing history before hiring new employees into their companies.

When applying for safety sensitive positions, you will be required to submit to a DOT drug test. You must comply with the drug test without interfering or refusing the process. A failed test is recorded when results for the drug test are positive or if you register an alcohol content that is above the required range (.04). Failing to show up for testing or the refusal to submit to the testing process are equivalent to a failure, which demands immediate removal from performing safety-sensitive functions.

DOT Drug Testing Rules: What Happens if an Applicant/Employee Fails?

If you happen to fail the alcohol or drug test, you will be required to undertake a complete return-to-duty process with the help of a DOT-qualified substance abuse professional (SAP). If you are already employed when the failed drug test occurs, your employer may refer you to SAP Referral Services. If you are referred to SAP Referral Services you will be scheduled with a qualified SAP in your geographic region.

If you have failed a DOT drug test and need the services of a qualified SAP, or are an employer and need services for your applicant/employees, SAP Referral Services can help. We help individuals get back to work fast and have thousands of qualified SAPs across the country. To learn more about our services, get in touch with SAP Referral Services today.