DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - Colorado

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 Colorado, employers governed by 49 CFR 382.305 are obligated to maintain a compliant random testing program. Owner-operators must be part of a consortium pool comprising at least two covered employees. This test program aims to ensure safety on the roads by monitoring and regulating substance abuse.

  • 50%- Testing controlled substances via DOT 5-panel urine analysis
  • 10%- DOT Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
FMCSA Enroll Today

USCG- United States Coast Guard (now under homeland security)

In Colorado, marine employers under 46 CFR Part 16.230 are required to perform random drug testing for crewmembers involved in safety-sensitive tasks. This testing program ensures the safety and readiness of the crew operating within U.S. waters.

  • 50%- Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • Alcohol- Not applicable for USCG random minimums
USCG Enroll Today

FAA- Federal Aviation Administration

In Colorado, employers governed by 14 CFR Part 120 must include all safety-sensitive functions in their testing programs. This mandate ensures the operational safety in aviation sectors by including both controlled substances and alcohol testing as part of the protocol.

  • 25%- Testing for controlled substances via DOT 5-panel urine tests
  • 10%- Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
FAA Enroll Today

FRA- Federal Railroad Administration

In Colorado, railroads are required to submit and adhere to a random testing plan approved by the FRA, as outlined in 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This plan is crucial to ensure the safety and efficiency of rail operations by systematically monitoring employee sobriety and drug-free status.

    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

    In Colorado, employers governed by 49 CFR Part 655 must use a scientifically valid selection method for employee testing. This requirement ensures that public transportation sectors maintain safety and reliability by methodically monitoring the substance use among employees.

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

      PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

      In Colorado, operators subject to Parts 192, 193, or 195 are obligated to test covered employees following the regulations specified in 49 CFR Part 199. These regulations are vital for ensuring that workers handling hazardous materials are fit for duty, thereby maintaining public safety and environmental protection.

        • 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 is a DOT Consortium (C/TPA) and who needs it?

        A consortium C/TPA acts as a service agent handling parts or all of an employer's drug and alcohol testing program, including random testing pools as mandated by 49 CFR part 40.

        Are random testing percentages always the same or do they change?

        DOT random testing rates can vary annually depending on the positivity rate, but within our consortium, regardless of the random testing rate, all DOT random testing fees are covered.

        What happens when I am selected for a random test?

        ADT will inform the Company DER or Owner Operator via email or phone, providing the nearest test location and guidelines. The notified employee has to immediately head to the designated testing center.

        What drugs are tested on a DOT drug test?

        A DOT drug test involves a DOT 5-panel urine test and a DOT breath alcohol test. Ensure that these tests are conducted using a Federal CCF and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.

        Can you help during a DOT audit or inspection?

        Yes, ADT can organize necessary documents such as pre-employment test results, proof of random pool participation, supervisor training certificates, DOT policy development, and MIS reports.

        How often can I update my employee pool?

        Employee roster updates are confirmed quarterly. Employers can adjust the list of covered employees anytime before the 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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