When is a DOT SAP Evaluation Required?

When a DOT mandated safety-sensitive employee tests positive or refuses a drug and/or alcohol test, he or she must undergo a DOT SAP return-to-duty program. This program includes an initial evaluation, as well as compliance to any recommended treatment and a follow-up evaluation and must be completed before being considered to return to (or being hired to perform) safety-sensitive duties. Employees who must adhere to these regulations include railroad conductors, truck drivers, ferry operators, pipeline workers, pilots, air traffic controllers, bus drivers and more. Performing safety-sensitive duties before successfully completing a DOT SAP program is a violation of the DOT’ regulations and could result in heavy penalties for both employee and the employer.

Explaining the DOT SAP Process

First, the SAP is required to determine the nature and extent of the person’s alcohol or substance use and to assist them in obtaining treatment, if necessary. The SAP may recommend additional treatment and/or rehabilitation for the employee after the initial assessment. The level of treatment may range from weekend educational programs to inpatient treatment and rehabilitation. However, every SAP program includes the following:

· Two face-to-face evaluations

· Some type of treatment and/or education, where the level of both is determined by SAP

· SAP monitoring of employee in treatment

· Aftercare recommendations where applicable

· Two written SAP reports sent to the employer (i.e. the initial and follow-up)

Need a DOT SAP Evaluation Fast?

If your source of income is at stake and you need to return to your safety-sensitive job fast, you want to meet with a qualified SAP as soon as possible. SAP Referral Services (SRS) is a leading facilitator that can accelerate the process. We have assisted more than 25,000 employees in the return-to-duty process. With a network of qualified SAP providers in over 3,000 locations nationwide, SRS guarantees to connect you with a qualified SAP provider. This way, you eliminate the risk of having to repeat the process if you go looking for one on your own.

Sign up for FastTrack Enrollment to get back to work soon. The enrollment procedures are quick and straightforward; it is a matter of only two steps and can be done online. Once you enroll, an appointment with a DOT-qualified SAP provider in your area will be set up; usually within 72 business hours. Contact us today for more information.

SAP Referral Services (SRS) is the leading facilitator for mandated substance abuse evaluations. SRS maintains an extensive network of qualified providers in more than 3,000 locations nationwide for testing violations that originate from any of the DOT’s modes including FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, USCG and PHMSA, or a company’s internal drug and alcohol testing policy.