A DOT physical is an all-encompassing health evaluation mandated by the Department of Transportation for commercial motor vehicle operators. This assessment guarantees drivers are fit on physical, mental, and emotional levels to safely handle large vehicles on public roadways. A certified medical examiner from the National Registry performs the exam. Successful completion awards a DOT medical certificate, necessary for a valid CDL per FMCSA rules. Questions? Call us at 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
Organizations required to comply with 49 CFR 382.305 must ensure they have a compliant random testing program in place. Especially, owner-operators are obligated to join a consortium pool comprising at least two or more eligible employees.
Sunnyvale, CA is among the states where this requirement is strictly adhered to, ensuring safety on the roads.
The United States Coast Guard, now part of Homeland Security, mandates marine employers operating under 46 CFR Part 16.230 to conduct random drug tests for their safety-sensitive positions. An essential practice in Sunnyvale, CA, these tests help ensure the safety of operations performed by crewmembers on maritime vessels.
FAA- Federal Aviation Administration
Organizations under 14 CFR Part 120 are required to incorporate all safety-sensitive roles within their operational protocol. This includes operations in states such as Sunnyvale, CA, where aviation safety is crucial due to frequent inter-island travel and tourism activities.
Railroads are required to establish and execute a random testing plan approved by the FRA, as specified by 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. In Sunnyvale, CA, adherence to these regulations helps maintain the safety and reliability of the railway network.
| Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
| Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
| Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
Employers overseen by 49 CFR Part 655 are compelled to utilize a scientifically robust selection methodology. This statute equally applies in Sunnyvale, CA, underpinning efforts to maintain safety and accountability in the public transportation sector.
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)
Operators regulated under Parts 192, 193, or 195 are compelled to test covered employees according to 49 CFR Part 199.
This mandate is in effect in Sunnyvale, CA, ensuring pipeline operations meet all federal safety obligations.
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:
A Consortium/Third Party Administrator (C/TPA) provides services for employers' drug and alcohol testing programs. This includes managing random testing pools and ensuring compliance with 49 CFR part 40.
The percentage of DOT random tests can vary yearly based on the positivity rates. But within our consortium, all DOT random testing fees are inclusive regardless of the testing rate.
ADT will inform the designated employer representative or owner-operator by email or phone, providing details of the nearest testing location and necessary instructions. The person selected must proceed to the testing site immediately after notification.
DOT drug tests include a 5-panel urine screen and a DOT breath alcohol test. Ensure all tests utilize a Federal Custody and Control Form and a Federal Alcohol Testing Form.
Yes, ADT can assist by arranging needed documentation, including pre-employment test results, proof of random pool enrollment, training certificates for supervisors, DOT policy formation, and MIS reports.
We update employee rosters each quarter. Employers are allowed to add or remove covered employees at any time before the selection dates.
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