DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - Empire, MI

Random Drug & Alcohol Testing Program
FMCSA - FAA - USCG - FTA - FRA - PHMSA

All Random Test Fees Included


Our DOT Consortium Membership includes quarterly random selections, notifications by email & phone, testing site coordination, MIS reporting, and a Certificate of Compliance upon enrollment. Owner-operators DOT-regulated employers Certificate of Compliance.

  • 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

14 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Empire

Minutes Away, Test Today

3074 N Us Highway 31 S17.25 miles

3074 N Us Highway 31 S
Traverse City, MI 49684

1213 W Front St,17.65 miles

1213 W Front St,
Traverse City, MI 49684

1105 Sixth St17.76 miles

1105 Sixth St
Traverse City, MI 49684

550 Munson Ave20.91 miles

550 Munson Ave
Traverse City, MI 49686

6100 Us Highway 31 N24.65 miles

6100 Us Highway 31 N
Williamsburg, MI 49690

419 S Coral St40.34 miles

419 S Coral St
Kalkaska, MI 49646

308 River St40.54 miles

308 River St
Manistee, MI 49660

419 W State St46.35 miles

419 W State St
Mancelona, MI 49659

400 Hobart St Ste 32948.14 miles

400 Hobart St Ste 329
Cadillac, MI 49601

400 Hobart St48.14 miles

400 Hobart St
Cadillac, MI 49601

520 Cobb Street,48.38 miles

520 Cobb Street,
Cadillac, MI 49601

520 Cobb St48.42 miles

520 Cobb St
Cadillac, MI 49601

601 Bridge St48.94 miles

601 Bridge St
East Jordan, MI 49727

8950 Professional Dr49.05 miles

8950 Professional Dr
Cadillac, MI 49601

Agency Coverage & Current Minimum Random Rates

Percentages are set by each DOT agency and may change.

FMCSA: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

In accordance with 49 CFR Â382.305, employers are mandated to operate a compliant random testing program. Owner-operators in Empire, MI must be part of a consortium pool consisting of two or more employees who fall under this coverage.

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

USCG: United States Coast Guard (now under Homeland Security)

Marine employers fulfilling 46 CFR Part 16.230 must conduct random drug testing for safety-sensitive crewmembers. This enforcement is crucial to maintain maritime safety and compliance, especially in waterway-rich areas like Empire, MI.

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

FAA- Federal Aviation Administration

Employers, including those operating in Empire, MI, falling under 14 CFR Part 120, must encompass all safety-sensitive functions within their testing programs.

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

FRA- Federal Railroad Administration

Railroads are required to develop, submit, and adhere to a random plan approved by the FRA as stated in 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This mandate ensures uniformity and safety, extending to rail operations throughout Empire, MI.

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

Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

Employers overseen by 49 CFR Part 655 must utilize a scientifically valid method to select employees for testing. Through rigorous adherence to these protocols, Empire, MI's public transit operators ensure that their workforce remains unimpaired and capable of providing safe transportation services across the state.

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

PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

In Empire, MI, 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

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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 requires it?

    A consortium C/TPA acts as a service agent to manage parts or all of an employer's drug and alcohol testing program. This includes random testing and various compliance tasks as dictated by the 49 CFR part 40 regulations.

    Are random testing rates consistent, or can they vary?

    The DOT's random testing percentages can fluctuate annually depending on positivity rates. Despite any changes in random testing percentages, our consortium covers all DOT random testing costs.

    What occurs when selected for a random test?

    ADT informs the Designated Employer Representative (DER) or Owner Operator by email or phone, providing the nearest testing location and further instructions. The employee must proceed immediately to the testing center upon receiving the notification.

    What substances are screened in a DOT drug test?

    A DOT drug test evaluates for a DOT 5-panel urine as well as a breath alcohol test. All these tests must utilize a Federal Custody and Control Form and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.

    Can you assist during a DOT audit or inspection?

    Yes, ADT is equipped to organize essential documentation, such as pre-employment test records, proof of random pool enrollment, supervisor training certificates, DOT policy formulations, and MIS reports.

    How frequently can I update my employee pool?

    We verify employee roster updates every quarter, although employers can add or remove covered staff at any time 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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