A DOT physical is an extensive health assessment mandated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for all operators of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). This evaluation ensures drivers possess the necessary physical, mental, and emotional stability to safely handle large vehicles on the roads. Conducted by a certified medical examiner (CME) registered with the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME), clearing this exam grants drivers a DOT medical certificate (also known as a DOT medical card), essential for retaining a valid CDL license as per FMCSA guidelines. For guidance on the required DOT physical if you fall under another DOT agency's jurisdiction, 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
Employers that fall under the jurisdiction of 49 CFR 382.305 are required to maintain a compliant random drug and alcohol testing program. For eligibility and compliance, Owner-operators must be part of a consortium pool that consists of two or more covered employees. This is a crucial requirement applicable even in states like Atoka, OK.
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 Atoka, OK.
FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
Under 14 CFR Part 120, employers must incorporate all functions that are safety-sensitive. The same standards apply in Atoka, OK, where all aviation activities must adhere to these rigorous safety protocols.
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
All railroad entities must submit and adhere to a comprehensive random testing plan as per 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. In Atoka, OK, this is essential for ensuring rail safety and compliance with federal oversight, contributing to the secure transportation of goods and passengers statewide.
| Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
| Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
| Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
Employers, under the jurisdiction of 49 CFR Part 655, must use scientifically valid selection methods for testing. In Atoka, OK, these procedures are integral to maintaining and promoting public transport safety effectively.
PHMSA: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration in Atoka, OK
Operators in Atoka, OK, subject to Parts 192, 193, or 195, are required to conduct rigorous testing on covered employees in accordance with 49 CFR Part 199. This measure sustains safety and regulatory compliance within the state's pipeline operations.
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, also known as a C/TPA, acts as a service agent that takes charge of either some or all aspects of an employer's drug and alcohol testing regimen, managing random test pools and adhering to compliance measures as dictated by 49 CFR part 40.
DOT random testing rates may fluctuate yearly based on positivity statistics. Nonetheless, our consortium offers comprehensive DOT random testing fee coverage, regardless of the percentage adjustments.
ADT will inform the company's Designated Employer Representative (DER) or an owner-operator by phone or email about the nearest testing facility and procedural guidelines. The individual selected must promptly travel to the testing site upon receiving notification.
A DOT drug test encompasses a DOT 5-panel urine analysis and a DOT breath alcohol test. It's imperative to conduct all tests using a Federal CCF and an appropriate Federal Alcohol Testing Form.
Yes, ADT is equipped to manage all necessary documentation, which includes pre-employment test records, random pool enrollment proof, supervisor training certifications, DOT policy formulation, and MIS reports.
We undertake a quarterly affirmation of employee list updates. Employers have the flexibility to modify or refresh the roster of covered employees anytime ahead of selection periods.
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