DOT physicals are detailed medical check-ups mandated by the Department of Transportation for all commercial vehicle operators. These exams confirm that drivers are duly equipped physically, mentally, and emotionally to manage large vehicles on public highways. A certified medical examiner, listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners, conducts the exam. A successful assessment provides drivers with the DOT medical certificate, essential for keeping a CDL under FMCSA rules. If you need help figuring out the needed DOT physical or fall under another DOT authority, reach out to 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 plays a pivotal role, especially for businesses in Abington, PA subject to the provisions of 49 CFR 382.305, by ensuring they operate a compliant random testing program. Owner-operators must engage in a consortium pool comprising two or more covered employees to meet regulatory requirements.
USCG: United States Coast Guard (now under Homeland Security)
Marine employers, notably those in Abington, PA, under 46 CFR Part 16.230, must perform random drug tests for safety-sensitive crewmembers aboard. Compliance with these regulations is essential to maintaining marine safety standards.
FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
According to 14 CFR Part 120, Abington, PA employers in aviation must include all safety-sensitive duties within their testing programs to ensure a high standard of safety.
The railroads in Abington, PA are mandated to draft and adhere to a random testing plan that is approved by the FRA, as specified in 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This plan ensures the safety and efficiency of rail operations throughout the state.
| Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
| Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
| Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
Under 49 CFR Part 655, employers are obligated to employ a scientifically valid method for selecting employees for random testing. This is a critical compliance requirement that helps ensure transportation safety in all states, including Abington, PA, where public transit reliability is key.
PHMSA regulations
Operators within Abington, PA, subject to regulations outlined in Parts 192, 193, or 195, must conduct tests on covered employees according to 49 CFR Part 199 to ensure a safe and compliant workforce.
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:
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