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
Percentages are set by each DOT agency and may change.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) imposes stringent guidelines upon employers bound by 49 CFR Ăâ382.305. Employers are mandated to operate under a compliant random testing program. In California, as in other states, owner-operators must be enrolled in a consortium comprising at least two covered employees.
The United States Coast Guard (USCG), now operating under the Department of Homeland Security, mandates that marine employers conduct random drug tests in accordance with 46 CFR Part 16.230. This is crucial for safety-sensitive crewmembers and is enforced across states including California.
For those governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under 14 CFR Part 120, it is compulsory to incorporate all safety-sensitive roles in California and across the nation.
Within California, railroads are obligated to draft and adhere to an FRA-approved random testing scheme as cited in Ăâ49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This ensures the safety and security of railroad operations by maintaining strict compliance with federal guidelines.
| Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
| Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
| Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
As regulated under 49 CFR Part 655, employers associated with public transit in California are required to utilize an empirically valid mechanism for employee selection. This regulation emphasizes the importance of methodical and unbiased selection protocols to ensure safety-sensitive positions are scrutinized rigorously.
Operators governed by Parts 192, 193, or 195 must subject covered employees to testing pursuant to 49 CFR Part 199. In California, this regulation plays an essential role in ensuring compliance with federal safety standards, particularly for companies handling transportation of hazardous materials.
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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Failing to comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements can result in severe consequences for both employers and drivers, including:
What is a DOT Consortium (C/TPA) and who needs it?
A consortium C/TPA serves as a service agent managing elements of an employer's drug and alcohol testing program. This includes random testing pools and ensuring compliance with regulations outlined in 49 CFR part 40.
Are random testing percentages always the same or do they change?
DOT random testing rates can fluctuate annually based on the positivity rate. Within our consortium, all DOT random testing charges are covered regardless of the rate.
What happens when I am selected for a random test?
ADT will inform the company DER or Owner Operator via email/phone with details of the nearest test location and necessary instructions. The selected employee must promptly visit the designated testing center after notification.
What drugs are tested on a DOT drug test?
A DOT drug test involves a DOT 5-panel urine screening and a DOT breath alcohol test. It is vital to ensure all tests are performed using a Federal CCF and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.
Can you help during a DOT audit or inspection?
Yes, ADT can arrange the requisite documents such as pre-employment tests, proof of random pool membership, supervisor training certificates, DOT policy formulation, and MIS reports.
How often can I update my employee pool?
We corroborate employee roster revisions every quarter. Employers have the flexibility to add or remove covered employees at any time before selection dates.
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