FAQs for Employers of Safety-Sensitive Employees

Are you looking for SAP return to duty programs in Pennsylvania for your employees? If you employ safety-sensitive employees such as truck and bus drivers, locomotive engineers, subway operators, and other employees who perform safety-sensitive duties that are regulated by the Department of Transportation, you must have a drug and alcohol policy that is available to all your employees. The policy must include plans to ensure the safety-sensitive employee is removed from their duties after a positive drug or alcohol test or if they fail to take a test.

What Happens When Employees Fail an Alcohol or Drug Test?

Your employees can no longer perform their safety-sensitive duties if they refuse or fail an alcohol or drug test. If they fail or refuse, it’s your responsibility to provide a SAP list, or a referral to a service agent, to your employees as per the DOT regulation. You could face fines if you fail to do this.

It is most beneficial for your business, and your employees, to partner with a service agent who maintains a network of qualified SAPs in your area. They can ensure your employee is referred to a DOT qualified SAP quickly.

Find a SAP Programs in Pennsylvania – How Long Does the Sap Process Take?

Each case is different when it comes to completing the return to duty program. The employee must see a SAP professional first for an initial evaluation and to determine what kind of treatment and/or education they need. The employee is then seen for a second evaluation. If the employee is shown to comply with the recommended program, they will be referred to submit to a return to duty drug and/or alcohol test. If they pass the test they can resume safety-sensitive duties again.

What Are the Requirements Needed for the SAP Reports?

Written reports must be submitted in writing to the DER. As the employer, you must make sure that the SAP written reports were from the SAP professional conducting the evaluation and not from a 3rd party. The report will have details on the treatment needed to address the employee’s substance abuse concern. It must include important personal information such as employee name and SSN, address, date and reason of assessment, SAP’s recommendation and phone number.

Do You Need SAP Programs in Pennsylvania, or Anywhere Nationwide??

Do you need a reliable service agent to refer SAP providers to your employees? Contact SRS today. We have a network of SAP professionals in over 3,000 locations nationwide. Get in touch with us today.