DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - Bighorn, MT

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

3 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Bighorn

Minutes Away, Test Today

17 N Miles Ave20.01 miles

17 N Miles Ave
Hardin, MT 59034

16 N Miles Ave Ste 10120.02 miles

16 N Miles Ave Ste 101
Hardin, MT 59034

6230 Main Street46.58 miles

6230 Main Street
Colstrip, MT 59323

Agency Coverage & Current Minimum Random Rates

Percentages are set by each DOT agency and may change.

FMCSA: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

It is essential for employers governed by 49 CFR 382.305 to uphold a compliant random testing program. Specifically, owner-operators must be part of a consortium pool consisting of two or more covered employees.

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

This requirement also extends to every region, including Bighorn, MT, ensuring a standardized approach to maintaining transportation safety across states.

FMCSA Enroll Today

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

Marine employers are demanded under 46 CFR Part 16.230 to conduct random drug testing for employees engaged in safety-sensitive positions. Bighorn, MT's maritime field is no exception to these standards, emphasizing safety across its coastal industries.

  • 50%- Controlled Substances tested via DOT 5-panel urine procedures.
  • Alcohol testing is currently not a part of the USCG's random minimum protocols.
USCG Enroll Today

FAA: Federal Aviation Administration

Organizations and employers subjected to 14 CFR Part 120 must encompass all functions deemed safety-sensitive within their operations. This is critical to aviation safety and operations, particularly in regulated airspace zones like those in the Bighorn, MT. Each component of the outlined testing regimens serves to uphold safety and regulatory compliance.

  • 25% - Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine)
  • 10% - Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
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FRA- Federal Railroad Administration

FRA: Federal Railroad Administration

Railroads are mandated to implement and adhere to an FRA-sanctioned random testing plan as per 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. In Bighorn, MT, the railroads' strategic import emphasizes the importance of this regulation for safety and environmental protection in often remote and sensitive areas.

Employee Category Drugs Alcohol
Covered Service 25% 10%
Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers 25% 10%
Mechanical 50% 25%
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FTA- Federal Transit Administration

FTA requires employers in Bighorn, MT bound by 49 CFR Part 655 to employ a scientifically valid method for random employee selection, which is vital for the equitable execution of drug and alcohol testing and maintains the integrity and trust of the public transportation system.

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

PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Operators governed by Parts 192, 193, or 195 must perform testing of covered employees as per 49 CFR Part 199. This regulation ensures that safety standards are met consistently across all states, including Bighorn, MT, particularly for pipeline safety.

  • 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 needs it?

Answer: A consortium C/TPA acts as a service agent managing part or all of an employer's drug and alcohol testing responsibilities, including setting up random testing pools and ensuring compliance according to 49 CFR part 40.

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

Answer: The DOT can adjust random testing percentages annually based on the positivity rate. Regardless, in our consortium, all random testing fees, irrespective of the rate, are covered.

What happens when I am selected for a random test?

Answer: ADT informs the company DER or Owner Operator through email or phone specifying the nearby testing location and instructions. The selected employee is required to report promptly to the test center following notification.

What drugs are tested on a DOT drug test?

Answer: A DOT drug test involves a DOT 5 panel urine examination and a DOT breath alcohol evaluation, ensuring all tests are carried out on a Federal CCF and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.

Can you help during a DOT audit or inspection?

Answer: Yes, ADT offers support by organizing the necessary paperwork, including pre-employment tests, proof of random pool enrollment, supervisor training certificates, and DOT policy developments.

How often can I update my employee pool?

Answer: Employee roster updates are confirmed quarterly. Employers can add or remove covered employees anytime 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.

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