A DOT physical is a thorough health evaluation mandated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for all commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators. This assessment ensures that drivers are in a condition suitable for handling large vehicles on public roadways. Conducted by a certified medical examiner (CME) listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME), passing this exam grants drivers a DOT medical certificate (Medical Examiners Certificate or DOT medical card), essential for keeping a valid CDL per FMCSA rules. For assistance with DOT physical requirements, contact 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
Employers governed by 49 CFR 382.305 must establish and maintain a compliant random program. Owner-operators are required to participate in a consortium consisting of two or more covered employees. This regulation is applicable in all states, including Vivian, LA.
USCG: United States Coast Guard (now under Homeland Security)
Marine employers based in Vivian, LA or elsewhere who are under 46 CFR Part 16.230 must carry out random drug tests for all safety-sensitive crew members as a measure of safety and legal compliance.
FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
In Vivian, LA, businesses under 14 CFR Part 120 must implement complete programs that embrace all safety-sensitive positions. This ensures maximum safety compliance in aviation operations.
Railroads are obligated to devise and comply with an FRA-endorsed random testing plan as per 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. In Vivian, LA, stringent adherence to these guidelines ensures rail safety and operational authority, providing safety in the state's rail networks.
| Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
| Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
| Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
FTA and Vivian, LA
Employers in Vivian, LA, bound by 49 CFR Part 655, must employ a scientifically sound method for selecting employees for testing. This ensures fair and scientifically valid testing procedures are maintained.
In Vivian, LA, operators governed under Parts 192, 193, or 195 are required to conduct tests on their covered employees in accordance with 49 CFR Part 199. This rigorous testing regime supports safety protocols and mitigates risks associated with the transportation of hazardous materials.
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, also known as a C/TPA, acts as a service agent that takes charge of either some or all aspects of an employer's drug and alcohol testing regimen, managing random test pools and adhering to compliance measures as dictated by 49 CFR part 40.
DOT random testing rates may fluctuate yearly based on positivity statistics. Nonetheless, our consortium offers comprehensive DOT random testing fee coverage, regardless of the percentage adjustments.
ADT will inform the company's Designated Employer Representative (DER) or an owner-operator by phone or email about the nearest testing facility and procedural guidelines. The individual selected must promptly travel to the testing site upon receiving notification.
A DOT drug test encompasses a DOT 5-panel urine analysis and a DOT breath alcohol test. It's imperative to conduct all tests using a Federal CCF and an appropriate Federal Alcohol Testing Form.
Yes, ADT is equipped to manage all necessary documentation, which includes pre-employment test records, random pool enrollment proof, supervisor training certifications, DOT policy formulation, and MIS reports.
We undertake a quarterly affirmation of employee list updates. Employers have the flexibility to modify or refresh the roster of covered employees anytime ahead of selection periods.
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