DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - Minnesota

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

Businesses required to adhere to 49 CFR 382.305 are mandated to maintain a proper random testing program that complies with all relevant regulations. Those who are owner-operators are obliged to be part of a larger consortium pool involving at least two covered employees. Within states like Minnesota, it's crucial for compliance to ensure safe motor carrier operations.

  • 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 businesses operating under 46 CFR Part 16.230 should perform random drug testing for employees in safety-sensitive roles. In regions such as Minnesota, this regulation takes on vital importance to uphold marine safety standards.

  • 50%: Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • Alcohol testing is not mandatory for USCG random minimum tests
USCG Enroll Today

FAA: Federal Aviation Administration

Entities under the jurisdiction of 14 CFR Part 120 must account for all functions that could affect safety. In Minnesota, these regulations play a significant role in maintaining the integrity and safety of aviation operations.

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

FRA- Federal Railroad Administration

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 Minnesota, 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%
FRA Enroll Today

FTA- Federal Transit Administration

Employers falling under 49 CFR Part 655 must utilize scientifically proven methods for random selection processes. In Minnesota, this ensures public transit systems operate under the highest safety and reliability standards.

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

PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Operators guided by Parts 192, 193, or 195 need to conduct testing on covered employees according to 49 CFR Part 199. Within Minnesota, these measures are crucial for the safety and compliance of pipeline operations.

  • 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?

Answer: A consortium/TPA is responsible for the administration of an employer's drug and alcohol testing programs, including compliance tasks and random testing pools under 49 CFR part 40.


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

Answer: The DOT's random testing rate can vary annually, influenced by the positivity rate. Regardless of these changes, our consortium includes all random testing fees for DOT.


What happens when I am selected for a random test?

Answer: ADT will reach out to notify the Designated Employer Representative (DER) or owner-operator via email or phone, providing details about the closest test site and necessary instructions. The selected employee is required to head to the testing site right after notification.


What drugs are tested on a DOT drug test?

Answer: The DOT drug test involves a DOT 5-panel urine test along with a DOT breath alcohol test. It is crucial to utilize a Federal CCF for these tests.


Can you help during a DOT audit or inspection?

Answer: Yes, ADT can assist by organizing essential records such as pre-employment tests, documentation of enrollment in a random pool, supervisor training certificates, developing DOT policies, and MIS reports.


How often can I update my employee pool?

Answer: We confirm updates to employee rosters every three months. Employers can make adjustments, adding or removing employees before 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.

Customer Reviews

Pretty Straightforward

It was a pretty straightforward process getting an appointment and making payment. Getting to the testing site was quick. I was in and out in no time.

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