DOT CONSORTIUM ENROLLMENT - New Mexico

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

In New Mexico, employers who fall under 49 CFR 382.305 are obligated to maintain an active and compliant random testing program for safety-sensitive activities. Particularly for owner-operators, participation in a consortium pool consisting of at least two covered employees is necessary to meet these regulations. Compliance ensures that all safety-sensitive drivers are tested proportionately, mitigating risks associated with drug and alcohol misuse.

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

These measures are essential in promoting road safety and accountability within the transport sector.

FMCSA Enroll Today

USCG: United States Coast Guard (now integrated with Homeland Security)

In the state of New Mexico, marine employers regulated by 46 CFR Part 16.230 are required to carry out random drug tests for all safety-sensitive crewmembers. This measure is integral in maintaining a secure maritime environment, ensuring operations are conducted safely.

  • 50% - Controlled Substances (DOT 5-panel urine testing is conducted)
  • Alcohol - Not considered in USCG random testing requirements

Although alcohol testing is not part of the random protocol for the USCG, the controlled substances testing significantly contributes to maritime safety in New Mexico and beyond.

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FAA: Federal Aviation Administration

Within New Mexico, employers under the jurisdiction of 14 CFR Part 120 must encompass all safety-sensitive roles in their testing programs. This requirement is crucial to maintaining high safety standards in aviation operations.

  • 25% - Controlled Substances (involving DOT 5-panel urine tests)
  • 10% - Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)

These strict measures serve to ensure that aviation personnel in New Mexico perform their duties free from impairments that could jeopardize flight safety.

FAA Enroll Today

FRA- Federal Railroad Administration

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) mandates that all railroads within New Mexico meticulously draft and adhere to a random testing blueprint approved by the FRA, as stipulated in 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. By doing so, railways ensure the safety of operations and adherence to national safety standards. Such compliance is critical in detecting substance abuse among railroad personnel, thereby preventing potential safety hazards on New Mexico's rail networks.

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

In New Mexico, entities bound by 49 CFR Part 655 are compelled to apply a scientifically valid process in determining random testing selections. This regulation is pivotal in the public transportation sector, serving to protect passengers and operators from the risks associated with substance abuse. By ensuring a methodical and scientifically backed selection process, transportation employers in New Mexico uphold public trust and safety.

  • 50%- Drugs
  • 10%-  Alcohol
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PHMSA- Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Operators in New Mexico under Parts 192, 193, or 195 are held to the standards of 49 CFR Part 199, which obligates them to test covered employees. This requirement is crucial in maintaining the safety and reliability of pipelines and related operations within the state, safeguarding both the environment and the community from the hazards associated with substance influence.

  • 50%-Drugs
  • Alcohol- N/A (no PHMSA random alcohol minimum)
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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.

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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.

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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 defines a DOT Consortium (C/TPA), and who benefits from it?

A consortium C/TPA is an external service provider managing various components of an employer's drug and alcohol testing obligations, including the facilitation of random testing groups as mandated by 49 CFR part 40.

Do random testing quotas stay constant, or do they alter?

DOT random testing rates can vary yearly depending on positivity trends. Nevertheless, in our consortium, despite any adjustments in testing rates, all associated DOT random testing costs are fully covered.

What steps occur after random test selection?

Upon being chosen for a random test, the designated DER or Owner Operator will receive instructions via email or phone, detailing the nearest testing site. Subsequently, the selected personnel must proceed immediately to the facility once informed.

Which substances are screened in a DOT drug test?

DOT drug testing encompasses a 5-panel urine screen and a breath alcohol test. Ensure that all testing is conducted using a Federal CCF and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.

Can support be provided during a DOT inspection or review?

Indeed, ADT assists by organizing necessary documents, such as pre-employment testing records, random pool membership proofs, supervisor certificates, DOT policy drafts, and MIS reports.

How frequently can I revise my employee list?

We verify employee list updates on a quarterly basis, with employers having the flexibility to add or remove 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

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