DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - Florida

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

All Random Test Fees Included


  • 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

In the state of Florida, employers governed by 49 CFR Â382.305 are obligated to uphold a compliant random testing program. Specifically, owner-operators must be part of a consortium group comprised of two or more covered employees. Within this regulatory framework:

  • 50% - covers Controlled Substances via a standard DOT 5-panel urine test
  • 10% - covers DOT Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
FMCSA Enroll Today

USCG: United States Coast Guard (now under Homeland Security)

In Florida, maritime employers under the jurisdiction of 46 CFR Part 16.230 are required to carry out random drug testing for crewmembers with safety-sensitive responsibilities. The program includes:

  • 50% - for Controlled Substances using a DOT 5-panel urine test
  • Alcohol testing is not applicable for minimum random testing within the USCG regulations.
USCG Enroll Today

FAA: Federal Aviation Administration

In Florida, employers governed under 14 CFR Part 120 are mandated to incorporate all functions related to safety sensitivity. This entails:

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

Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

In Florida, railroads must develop and adhere to an FRA-approved random testing plan as required by Â49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This regulation ensures that safety measures are maintained through compliant testing procedures.

Employee Category Drugs Alcohol
Covered Service 25% 10%
Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers 25% 10%
Mechanical 50% 25%
FRA Enroll Today

FTA- Federal Transit Administration

Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

In Florida, employers subject to 49 CFR Part 655 are required to implement a scientifically valid random selection procedure. This ensures consistent and fair testing across all covered employees, maintaining regulatory compliance and public safety.

  • 50%- Drugs
  • 10%-  Alcohol
FTA Enroll Today

PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

For Florida-based operators affected by Parts 192, 193, or 195, testing of covered employees under 49 CFR Part 199 is obligatory. This stipulates rigorous standards to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

  • 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.

ENROLL TODAY

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.

Enroll Today! (800) 221-4291

Enroll in the DOT Consortium

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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 defines a DOT Consortium (C/TPA), and who needs this service?

A consortium C/TPA acts as a service representative overseeing an employer's drug and alcohol testing protocols, which encompass random testing pools and compliance tasks as per 49 CFR Part 40.

Do random testing percentages remain fixed, or do they fluctuate?

Random testing rates dictated by the DOT might adjust annually, depending on positivity rates. In our consortium, however, the fees for random testing remain unchanged, irrespective of rate adjustments.

What procedure follows a random test selection?

Upon selection for a random test, ADT contacts the company DER or Owner Operator via email/phone, providing them the nearest test site and specific instructions. Immediate action from the selected employee to the testing center is required following notification.

Which substances are subject to testing in a DOT drug test?

DOT drug tests screen for a standard DOT 5-panel urine and include a DOT breath alcohol test. It is essential that all tests utilize a Federal CCF and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.

Can you assist in the event of a DOT audit or inspection?

Absolutely! ADT is equipped to organize necessary documentation, such as pre-employment tests, confirmation of random pool enrollment, supervisor training certificates, DOT policy development, and MIS reports.

How frequently may I update my employee pool?

We facilitate updates to employee rosters quarterly, though employers are at liberty to modify their list of covered employees at any point 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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