DOT Physical: A thorough health check mandated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for commercial vehicle operators (CMV) ensures drivers are apt physically, mentally, and emotionally for operating massive vehicles safely on public routes. Conducted by a certified medical examiner (CME) on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME), passing grants a DOT medical certificate, vital for holding a valid CDL per FMCSA rules. Need help determining which exam applies? Call 800-221-4291.
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.
FMCSA: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration in Des Arc, AR
Companies obligated by 49 CFR 382.305 must ensure a valid random testing program is maintained. Owner-operators in Des Arc, AR and elsewhere must join a consortium pool consisting of at least two covered employees to comply with the regulations.
USCG: United States Coast Guard (now under Homeland Security)
Marine employers, notably those in Des Arc, AR, under 46 CFR Part 16.230, must perform random drug tests for safety-sensitive crewmembers aboard. Compliance with these regulations is essential to maintaining marine safety standards.
FAA- Federal Aviation Administration
Employers, including those operating in Des Arc, AR, falling under 14 CFR Part 120, must encompass all safety-sensitive functions within their testing programs.
Railroads, including those operating in Des Arc, AR, must develop and adhere to a random testing plan approved by the FRA (according to 49 CFR 219.601-219.609). This plan is crucial to ensuring rail safety and compliance with federal regulations.
| Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
| Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
| Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
Employers throughout Des Arc, AR, governed by 49 CFR Part 655, are required to employ a scientifically valid method for the selection of individuals in random testing pools, ensuring impartiality and compliance.
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)
Operators in Des Arc, AR governed by Parts 192, 193, or 195 must carry out employee testing according to 49 CFR Part 199. This ensures that those handling pipelines and hazardous materials adhere to safety guidelines and reduce risks associated with such operations.
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 TODAYNeed more tests? Additional DOT drug tests can be added at a discount.
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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?
Answer: A consortium C/TPA operates as a service agent managing various components of an employer's drug and alcohol testing program, like compliance and random testing pools, according to 49 CFR part 40 requirements.
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