A DOT physical is an all-encompassing health assessment mandated by the Department of Transportation for every commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operator. This examination establishes that drivers are physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of maneuvering large vehicles safely on public highways. A certified medical examiner, listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners, conducts the exam. Success in this exam awards the driver a DOT medical certificate, necessary to keep a valid CDL license as per FMCSA guidelines. If another DOT agency regulates you and you're unsure which DOT physical you require, call us at 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
In accordance with 49 CFR Ăâ382.305, employers are mandated to operate a compliant random testing program. Owner-operators in Claremont, NH must be part of a consortium pool consisting of two or more employees who fall under this coverage.
USCG- United States Coast Guard (now under homeland security)
Marine employers operating under 46 CFR Part 16.230 must undertake random drug testing for their personnel in safety-sensitive roles. This requirement is vital to preserving maritime safety, particularly in states such as Claremont, NH, where the maritime industry plays a significant economic role.
These measures help in sustaining a secure and efficient maritime operations framework throughout the state.
FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
Employers under the regulatory scope of 14 CFR Part 120 are mandated to cover all functions linked with safety. These inclusive measures are consistently applied in Claremont, NH, supporting flight safety via stringent substance testing.
Railroads operating in Claremont, NH are required to submit and follow an FRA-approved random testing plan as stipulated by 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This ensures that the workforce meets federally regulated safety standards consistently throughout the state.
Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
---|---|---|
Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
Employers under 49 CFR Part 655 are obligated to select employees for testing using a scientifically verified method.
This requirement is also enforced within Claremont, NH, guaranteeing adherence to rigorous selection standards.
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) holds operators subject to Parts 192, 193, or 195 accountable for conducting mandatory drug and alcohol testing of covered employees. Adhering to 49 CFR Part 199 testing regulations is imperative for statewide compliance, including within Claremont, NH.
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 C/TPA is a service agent responsible for managing an employer's drug and alcohol testing program, covering aspects like random testing pools in accordance with 49 CFR part 40.
DOT random testing rates can fluctuate yearly depending on positivity rates, but our consortium covers all DOT random testing fees regardless.
ADT will contact the company DER or Owner Operator by email/phone with the nearest test site and instructions. The employee selected must immediately proceed to the testing center upon notification.
The DOT drug test uses a 5-panel urine screen and a DOT breath alcohol test, conducted on a Federal CCF for and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.
Yes, ADT assists with documentation organization, including pre-employment tests, random pool enrollment proof, supervisor training certificates, DOT policy development, and MIS reports.
We verify employee roster updates each quarter. Employers can add or remove covered employees at any time before selection dates.
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