DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - Idaho

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 mandates all employers who fall under 49 CFR 382.305 must have an up-to-date and compliant random testing program.

Owner-operators need to be part of a consortium, ensuring participation in a pool with at least two covered employees. This requirement is crucial for maintaining safety and compliance within the shipping and logistics industry across various states, including Idaho.

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

USCG: United States Coast Guard (under Homeland Security) guidelines require marine employers operating under 46 CFR Part 16.230 to conduct random drug testing for crewmembers in safety-sensitive roles.

This is essential in ensuring maritime safety and compliance throughout the Unites States, including waterways and ports in Idaho.

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

FAA: Federal Aviation Administration regulations assert that employers under 14 CFR Part 120 encompass all roles with safety-sensitive functions.

Such measures are vital for ensuring the safety and reliability of aviation operators and airports nationwide, including those located in Idaho.

  • 25% - Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • 10% - Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
FAA Enroll Today

FRA- Federal Railroad Administration

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requires railroads to not only submit an accurately detailed random testing plan but also to strictly adhere to it, as specified in 49 CFR 219.601-219.609.

Compliance is essential for maintaining safety and efficiency in the railway systems which run through various states, including Idaho.

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

Employer compliance under 49 CFR Part 655 is crucial, mandating the use of scientifically validated methods for selecting individuals for drug and alcohol testing.

Such protocols are pivotal in preserving the safety and reliability of public transportation systems across the United States, with these rules also applying within the state of Idaho.

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

PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Operators abiding by Parts 192, 193, or 195 must adhere to testing requirements outlined in 49 CFR Part 199, ensuring that all covered employees are periodically tested.

This is particularly important for pipeline safety and public welfare in all states, including Idaho.

  • 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 is a DOT Consortium (C/TPA) and who needs it?
  • Answer: A consortium C/TPA is a service that manages an employer's drug and alcohol testing program, including tasks such as compliance under 49 CFR part 40 and managing random testing pools.
Are random testing percentages always the same or do they change?
  • Answer: The rates for DOT random testing may vary annually based on positivity rates, yet our consortium covers all fees regardless of the rate.
What happens when I am selected for a random test?
  • Answer: Upon selection, ADT will inform the company's DER or the Owner Operator by email or phone with the nearest test site and instructions, necessitating immediate attendance.
What drugs are tested on a DOT drug test?
  • Answer: Tests involve a DOT 5-panel urine analysis and a DOT breath alcohol test, ensuring all are done under a Federal CCF and Alcohol Testing Form.
Can you help during a DOT audit or inspection?
  • Answer: Absolutely, ADT organizes essential documents such as pre-employment tests, random pool enrollment proofs, supervisor training certificates, DOT policy development, and MIS reports.
How often can I update my employee pool?
  • Answer: Employee rosters are updated quarterly, and employers can add or remove employees anytime before selection dates.

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