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
Under the jurisdiction of 49 CFR 382.305, employers must uphold a compliant random testing program. In Shenandoah, TX, 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 under 46 CFR Part 16.230 are tasked with conducting random drug testing for employees involved in safety-sensitive functions. In Shenandoah, TX, this requirement holds significant importance to safeguard maritime operations.
FAA - Federal Aviation Administration
All employers, including those in Shenandoah, TX, operating under 14 CFR Part 120, must ensure the inclusion of all safety-sensitive functions in their testing protocols.
Railroads are required to submit and adhere to a random plan approved by the FRA, as outlined in 49 CFR 219.601-219.609. This ensures that railway operations in Shenandoah, TX comply with federal safety regulations, maintaining the welfare of both employees and passengers and safeguarding the extensive rail networks that traverse the state.
| Employee Category | Drugs | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Covered Service | 25% | 10% |
| Maintenance of Way / Roadway Workers | 25% | 10% |
| Mechanical | 50% | 25% |
Employers under 49 CFR Part 655 must use a scientifically valid selection method
PHMSA: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration in Shenandoah, TX
Operators within Shenandoah, TX, governed by Parts 192, 193, or 195, must conduct testing on covered employees according to 49 CFR Part 199. This ensures the safety and compliance of their operations, safeguarding both the environment and public health.
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:
What is a DOT Consortium (C/TPA) and who requires it?
Answer: A consortium c/TPA acts as a service partner, overseeing some or all aspects of an employer's drug and alcohol testing program, including management of random testing pools, in accordance with 49 CFR part 40.
Do random testing rates remain constant?
Answer: While DOT random testing rates can vary annually due to the positivity rate, within our consortium, all DOT random testing fees are consistently included regardless of rate changes.
Procedure after random test selection?
Answer: The Designated Employer Representative (DER) or owner-operator will be informed by ADT via phone or email about the nearest testing facility and relevant instructions. The selected individual must promptly go to the testing site after being notified.
Which substances are screened in a DOT drug test?
Answer: DOT drug testing includes a 5-panel urine analysis and a DOT breath alcohol test. Ensure that all tests are executed using a Federal CCF and Federal Alcohol Testing Form.
Assistance during a DOT audit or inspection?
Answer: ADT offers help organizing necessary documentation, such as pre-employment tests, proof of random pool inclusion, supervisor training credentials, development of DOT policies, and MIS reports.
Frequency of employee pool updates?
Answer: We verify employee roster updates every quarter. Employers may adjust the list by adding or removing covered employees any time before selection dates.
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