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FMCSA Compliance

Ensuring Compliance with FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Testing Regulations

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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) mandates strict drug and alcohol testing regulations for CDL drivers and trucking companies to maintain road safety. Whether you're a driver returning to duty, an employer overseeing compliance, or a SAP supporting clients, we offer expert guidance to help you stay fully compliant with these regulations.

WHO NEEDS TO BE FMCSA COMPLIANT?

✔ CDL Drivers & CLP Holders – Required to follow DOT drug testing under 49 CFR Part 40
✔ Trucking & Transportation Employers – Must maintain a FMCSA drug & alcohol testing program
✔ Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs) – Ensure drivers complete Step 1-4 before testing
✔ Owner-Operators – Must be enrolled in a FMCSA-compliant drug & alcohol testing consortium

FMCSA COMPLIANCE SERVICES WE OFFER

We help CDL drivers and employers stay compliant with FMCSA drug & alcohol testing regulations.

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✔ Return-to-Duty Process Support – Step 5 drug testing & Clearinghouse updates
✔ FMCSA Clearinghouse Compliance – Assistance with prohibited status & violation removal
✔ Consortium/Third-Party Administrator (C/TPA) Services – Compliance management for trucking companies
✔ DOT & NON-DOT Drug Testing – Hair follicle & urine drug testing for compliance & personal screening
✔ SAP Referrals & Partnerships – Connect with FMCSA-approved SAPs for evaluations

FMCSA COMPLIANCE SERVICES WE OFFER

To comply with FMCSA drug & alcohol testing regulations, CDL drivers and employers must complete the following:

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✔ Pre-Employment Drug Testing – Before starting safety-sensitive functions
✔ Random Drug & Alcohol Testing – Managed by employers or a C/TPA
✔ Post-Accident Drug Testing – Required in certain crash situations
✔ Return-to-Duty Testing – Required after a DOT violation & completed SAP process
✔ Follow-Up Testing – Conducted as part of the FMCSA Return-to-Duty process

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📌 Failure to comply can result in:


🚨 FMCSA Clearinghouse violations
🚨 License suspension or CDL downgrade
🚨 Company fines & penalties

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