DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - South Carolina

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 South Carolina

Employers affected by 49 CFR 382.305 in South Carolina must uphold a robust random testing program. It is mandatory for owner-operators to be part of a consortium consisting of at least two covered employees.

  • 50% - Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • 10% - DOT Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
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USCG: United States Coast Guard under Homeland Security in South Carolina

Marine employers in South Carolina, under the regulation 46 CFR Part 16.230, are obliged to perform random drug tests on crewmembers holding safety-sensitive positions.

  • 50% - Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • Alcohol - Not included in USCG random minimum requirements
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FAA: Federal Aviation Administration in South Carolina

Employers operating under 14 CFR Part 120 in South Carolina are tasked to include all safety-sensitive roles within their random testing framework.

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

FRA: Federal Railroad Administration’s Random Testing Requirements in South Carolina

Railroads in South Carolina are required to develop and adhere to an FRA-approved random testing plan as per 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This ensures they maintain compliance with federal regulations.

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

FTA: Federal Transit Administration in South Carolina

Employers under the jurisdiction of 49 CFR Part 655 in South Carolina are mandated to employ a scientifically valid method for selecting random testing candidates, thereby maintaining the integrity and compliance of their transit operations.

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

PHMSA: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration in South Carolina

Operators within South Carolina, governed by Parts 192, 193, or 195, must conduct testing on covered employees according to 49 CFR Part 199. This ensures the safety and compliance of their operations, safeguarding both the environment and public health.

  • 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 exactly is a DOT Consortium (C/TPA) and who should consider joining?

A consortium C/TPA acts as a service provider that handles an employer's drug and alcohol testing program, which includes managing random testing pools to ensure adherence to 49 CFR Part 40 regulations.

Do the rates for random testing remain consistent?

Generally, DOT random testing percentages fluctuate yearly based on positivity rates. Nonetheless, our consortium ensures that all DOT random testing fees are covered, irrespective of rate changes.

What occurs after selection for a random test?

ADT will reach out to the Designated Employer Representative (DER) or Owner Operator via email and phone with testing site details and necessary instructions. Once informed, the chosen employee must promptly visit the testing location.

What substances are screened in a DOT drug test?

A DOT test encompasses a 5-panel urine drug screen and a DOT breath alcohol test. It's vital to confirm that all examinations are conducted using the Federal CCF and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.

Assistance during a DOT audit or inspection needed?

ADT can assist by organizing all essential documents, including pre-employment testing records, evidence of random pool enrollment, supervisor training certifications, and DOT policy development along with MIS reports.

Frequency of employee pool updates?

Employee lists are updated quarterly, allowing employers to add or remove covered employees any time before 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.

Customer Reviews

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