DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT

Random Drug & Alcohol Testing Program
FMCSA - FAA - USCG - FTA - FRA - PHMSA

All Random Test Fees Included


Accredited Drug Testing (ADT) manages a nationwide DOT Consortium as a Third Party Administrator (C/TPA) that keeps owner-operators and DOT-regulated employers compliant. Our DOT Consortium Membership includes quarterly random selections, notifications by email & phone, testing site coordination, MIS reporting, and a Certificate of Compliance upon enrollment. Accredited Drug Testing (ADT) manages a nationwide DOT Consortium as a Third Party Administrator (C/TPA) that keeps owner-operators and DOT-regulated employers compliant. Our DOT Consortium Membership includes quarterly random selections, notifications by email & phone, testing site coordination, MIS reporting, and a Certificate of Compliance upon enrollment. Owner-operators DOT-regulated employers Certificate of Compliance.

  • We offer 1, 2 and 3 year memberships (multi-year discounts)
  • All random selection testing and testing fees included (no hidden costs)
  • MIS report at year-end and upon request
  • DER support, Clearinghouse assistance (FMCSA), DOT Physicals, MVR Reports & Supervisor Training

Why is a DOT Consortium Required?

Owner Operators- DOT requires all owner-operators to enroll in a consortium so they are included in a compliant random testing pool because they cannot randomly test themselves.

Small Employers-Some smaller companies may not have enough drivers or safety-sensitive employees to maintain their own statistically valid random pool. Therefore, by joining a consortium, they are combined with other companies to form a large pool that meets DOT testing requirements.

Large Employers-Larger fleets may manage their own random pool but often use a consortium/TPA to outsource the process, reduce administrative burden, and ensure strict compliance.

How Our DOT Consortium Works

Step 1: Enroll: Select a 1, 2, or 3 year membership and receive your Certificate of Compliance by email.

Quarterly Selections: We process our consortiums using a scientifically valid, computer-generated random draws each quarter.

Immediate Notifications: If selected, your DER receives email & phone notice with selection instructions.

Testing & Results: Visit the assigned testing center. ADT will manage CCFs, lab processing, and reporting.

MIS Reporting: Year-end and on-demand MIS reports included.

Included With Membership

  • All random selection test fees (drug & alcohol where applicable)
  • DER support & audit-ready documentation
  • Federal CCFs (5-part) for DOT drug tests
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse registration assistance
  • Policy templates (DOT Drug & Alcohol)
  • Supervisor reasonable-suspicion training options

Agency Coverage & Current Minimum Random Rates

Percentages are set by each DOT agency and may change.

FMCSA: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Employers subject to 49 CFR 382.305 must maintain a compliant random program. Owner-operators must participate in a consortium pool of two or more covered employees.

  • 50%- Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • 10%- DOT Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
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USCG- United States Coast Guard (now under homeland security)

Marine employers under 46 CFR Part 16.230 must conduct random drug testing for safety-sensitive crewmembers.

  • 50%- Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • Alcohol- Not applicable for USCG random minimums
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FAA- Federal Aviation Administration

Employers under 14 CFR Part 120 must include all safety-sensitive functions.

  • 25%- Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • 10%- Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
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FRA- Federal Railroad Administration

Railroads must submit and follow an FRA-approved random plan (49 CFR 219.601-219.609).

Employee Category Drugs Alcohol
Covered Service 25% 10%
Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers 25% 10%
Mechanical 50% 25%
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FTA- Federal Transit Administration

Employers under 49 CFR Part 655 must use a scientifically valid selection method.

  • 50%- Drugs
  • 10%-  Alcohol
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PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Operators subject to Parts 192, 193, or 195 must test covered employees per 49 CFR Part 199.

  • 50%-Drugs
  • Alcohol- N/A (no PHMSA random alcohol minimum)
PHMSA Enroll Today

Who Must Be in a DOT Random Program?

  • Truck drivers (CDL) & motor carriers
  • Train engineers, conductors, dispatchers
  • Merchant mariners & marine employers
  • Airline pilots, flight attendants, mechanics, ATC
  • Pipeline operations, maintenance & emergency response
  • Transit operations, maintenance & certain CDL roles

Owner-Operators , Small, Medium & Large Employers

Joining our DOT consortium is the fastest way to achieve immediate compliance. We provide the Certificate of Compliance, random selections, MIS reports and testing coordination.

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Complete Compliance Package for Independent Operators & Small Companies

  • 1 DOT Drug Test
  • First-year Consortium membership (all randoms included)
  • 1 Supervisor training (reasonable suspicion)
  • 1 DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy
  • 1 Certificate of Compliance

Need more tests? Additional DOT drug tests can be added at a discount.

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Immediate compliance for DOT random testing. Perfect for owner-operators and employers of any size.

  • Quarterly random selections & notifications
  • All random test fees included
  • MIS reporting & audit support
  • CCFs, policy templates, DER guidance

Are there penalties for non compliance?

Failing to comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements can result in severe consequences for both employers and drivers, including:

  • Quarterly random selections & notifications
  • All random test fees included
  • MIS reporting & audit support
  • CCFs, policy templates, DER guidance

DOT Consortium: Frequently Asked Questions

What is a DOT Consortium (c/TPA) and who needs it?
Answer: A consortium c/TPA is a service agent who manages all or part of an employer's drug and alcohol testing program, including random testing pools and compliance tasks under 49 CFR part 40.

Are random testing percentages always the same or do they change?
Answer: DOT random testing rates may change from year to year based on the positivity rate, however, in our consortium, no matter what the random testing rate, ALL DOT random testing fees are included

What happens when I am selected for a random test?
Answer: ADT will notify the company DER or Owner Operator by email/phone with the closest test location and instructions. The selected employee must immediately proceed to the testing center once they are notified.

What drugs are tested on a DOT drug test?
Answer: A DOT drug test screens for a DOT 5 panel urine and a DOT breath alcohol test. Always make sure all tests are conducted on a Federal CCF for and Federal Alcohol Testing Form

Can you help during a DOT audit or inspection?
Answer: Yes, ADT can organize required documentation (pre-employment tests, proof of random pool enrollment, supervisor training certificates, DOT policy development and MIS reports). 

How often can I update my employee pool?
Answer: We confirm employee roster updates every quarter. Employers may add or remove covered employees at any time prior to selection dates


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Frequently Asked Questions

A DOT Consortium is a program that manages random drug and alcohol testing for DOT-regulated employers and owner-operators. It ensures compliance with federal testing requirements by maintaining a random selection pool, managing notifications, and handling test scheduling and reporting.
All employers and owner-operators who fall under DOT agency regulations — including FMCSA, FAA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, and USCG — must participate in a random drug and alcohol testing program. Owner-operators must join a third-party consortium to meet compliance standards.
Enrollment includes participation in a DOT-approved random testing pool, random drug and alcohol tests, test scheduling, employee notifications, Certificate of Compliance, and annual MIS reporting. Accredited Drug Testing also provides program administration, policy assistance, and ongoing compliance support.
Enrollment can be completed online at accrediteddrugtesting.com by selecting the DOT Consortium Enrollment option, or by calling (800) 221-4291. Once enrolled, participants receive immediate documentation and compliance materials.
Each enrolled company or owner-operator receives a Certificate of Compliance, MIS reports, and other documentation verifying participation in a DOT-compliant random testing pool. These records help demonstrate compliance during DOT audits or inspections.
Yes. Accredited Drug Testing’s consortium program automatically manages all random selections and notifications. When a driver or employee is selected, Accredited coordinates testing at a nearby collection site and provides results reporting and recordkeeping.

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