DOT physical examinations are comprehensive health assessments mandated by the Department of Transportation for CMV drivers. These evaluations verify that drivers are physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of safely managing large vehicles on public roadways. Conducted by certified medical examiners on the NRCME, successfully passing results in obtaining a DOT medical certificate, needed for a valid CDL under FMCSA rules. If assistance is required with DOT regulations, call 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
Under the jurisdiction of 49 CFR 382.305, employers must uphold a compliant random testing program. In Mansfield, PA, as in the rest of the nation, owner-operators are mandated to participate in a consortium pool that encompasses at least two covered employees.
USCG- United States Coast Guard (now under Homeland Security)
Marine employers in Mansfield, PA, under 46 CFR Part 16.230, must conduct random drug testing focusing on safety-sensitive crewmembers. This stringent regulation ensures that those in critical operational roles are always clear-headed and fit for duty.
FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
Under 14 CFR Part 120, employers must incorporate all functions that are safety-sensitive. The same standards apply in Mansfield, PA, where all aviation activities must adhere to these rigorous safety protocols.
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Railroad companies are obliged to devise and adhere to a random testing plan that has FRA approval, as stipulated in 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This ensures the safety and compliance of rail operations are upheld diligently, including those operating within Mansfield, PA.
| Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
| Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
| Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
Employers under the regulation of 49 CFR Part 655 must employ a scientifically valid selection process for random testing. This is especially significant in Mansfield, PA where public transportation systems consistently emphasize safety and compliance.
PHMSA the pipeline and hazardous materials safety administrator, mandates that operators in Mansfield, PA, subject to Parts 192, 193, or 195, conduct employee testing per 49 CFR Part 199, underscoring a comprehensive strategy for ensuring their workforce is compliant and operations are safe.
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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