Looking for professional assistance with your DOT drug and alcohol compliance program in Alabama? Transportation Safety Services helps motor carrier companies achieve full compliance with the law. Keep your motor carrier business in business by remaining fully compliant with DOT regulations!
Alcohol and drug testing requirements imposed by the Department of Transportation are designed to protect innocent people from needless harm—a worthy cause. However, navigating this complex system of rules and regulations can be confusing and time-consuming. It's the last thing you want to deal with in an already demanding industry and more to the point, it has to be done correctly. Even honest mistakes can lead to headaches, fines, or even put your business and livelihood at risk. Fortunately, the experts at Transportation Safety Services are available to simplify your life by guiding you through the process of implementing a safe, secure, and fully-compliant drug and alcohol testing program in Alabama!
Call Transportation Safety Services to discuss establishing and managing your drug and alcohol testing program in Alabama!
DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs in Alabama
What is the Purpose of DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing?
To promote a higher level of safety in the transportation sector, the Department of Transportation (DOT) enforces drug and alcohol testing for motor carriers in the United States. The DOT mandates that individuals in safety-sensitive positions must go through drug and alcohol testing to guarantee their competence in operating designated vehicles. Substance abuse can negatively impact an individual's ability to perform their job safely, which can result in accidents, injuries, and even deaths. The DOT testing regulations were created to enhance safety in the workplace and on the roads.
How Does DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Work?
The DOT testing program seeks to avert accidents caused by drug and alcohol use. It requires commercial motor carriers to submit to pre-employment testing, as well as random screening administered throughout their period of employment. Motor carrier companies are also required to conduct testing if there is cause to suspect drug or alcohol use, as well as after a motor vehicle accident involving one of their drivers. The testing specifically looks for marijuana / THC, cocaine, opiods (opium and codeine derivatives), amphetamines / methamphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP), as well as alcohol levels greater than 0.02. Testing must be administered by an approved Medical Review Officer (MRO) in order for it to be considered valid by the DOT. Finally, testing data must be submitted to the DOT. These measures help fortify safety standards and minimize accidents on the job.
What are the Results of DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Non-Compliance?
Not following DOT guidelines for drug and alcohol testing can have grave outcomes for both workers and employers. Drivers may face suspension or even termination. They can also lose their certification or licensing, resulting in limited career opportunities in transportation.
Employers, on the other hand, may be slapped with monetary fees or legal penalties, tarnished reputation, and possible legal accountability if impaired employees cause accidents or injuries. Failure to meet DOT requirements also triggers increased insurance premiums, not to mention an urgent need to pick up the slack left by drivers who are now unable to operate commercial vehicles.
Overall, non-adherence to DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations can have costly and disruptive consequences for both drivers and the businesses that employ them. Taking appropriate action to ensure your DOT compliance is essential for success.
Affordable DOT Alcohol and Drug Compliance in Alabama
As we've explained above, have a drug and alcohol program that doesn't meet the DOT's stringent requirements could lead to severe consequences for your motor carrier business. The best way to ensure that all the bases are covered is partnering with a reliable company experienced in these matters. Transportation Safety Services has over twenty years of experience in providing compliance services and assistance to motor carriers, and in that time we've helped many businesses sort out and manage their DOT drug and alcohol programs. Members of our team have worked both sides of the system, with direct experience of the inner workings of the DOT, which means we offer unparalleled expertise for our clients.
Allow us to assist you in setting up and running a streamlined compliance program! We can provide you with any of the following services:
- A DOT-compliant written policy
- Random, Pre-Employment, Post-Accident & Reasonable Suspicion tests
- Access to a nationwide network of collection sites
- Medical Review Officer services
- Federal Chain of Custody Management
- Certificate of Enrollment
- Post-accident support
- 24/7 emergency testing support
DOT Drug and Alcohol Screening Compliance Experts in Alabama
Transportation Safety Services can help you safeguard your business. Our accomplished team of compliance professionals is committed to providing exceptional service for motor carriers in Alabama. You can have complete confidence in the meticulous attention to detail we apply to every compliance program we build and implement. No matter the size or type of your motor carrier operation, we can assist in making you fully compliant with DOT and FMCSA regulations.
If you're ready to learn more about what we can do for you, please call us at 251-661-9700 or get in touch with us online.