DOT Company Setup
When you work in the transportation industry you are often subject to DOT regulation, but figuring out what exactly this means can be very difficult. Red tape is often everywhere you turn whether you deal with semi-trucks or trains, but navigating the regulations can be a rewarding process. At Trust Smartly Labs we can help you do that.
Helping You Become Compliant
If you want to break into the transportation industry then you need to understand the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s many laws and regulations that are designed to keep roads safe for your employees and everyone else.
Registration with the FMCSA is one of the most important goals for you to this end. Two kinds, the safety registration (general safety) and the operating authority registration (commercial), are often required for operation as a commercial organization, and that includes being assigned a USDOT number.
We Help You Work Through The Process
Test Smartly Labs is very closely related to these regulations because we ourselves have to remain compliant in our own way to administer officially recognized DOT drug tests. We know the requirements, we know the industry.
If you need greater insight into how you can set your company up for DOT regulation and continued compliance, contact us today.
Information On This Topic
Understanding Drug Testing Types, Methods and Specimen Collection
Examining the wide assortment of drug testing options available and exploring the potential pros and cons of each method
There are several reasons or circumstances that can lead to the necessity of a drug test.
Why do businesses need Random Drug Tests
Do you remember the last time you applied for a new job? Or perhaps you are a hiring manager at the business who has accepted many applications and interviewed potential hires. One common part of the hiring process is the pre-employment drug test. No matter what side of the process you are on, this drug test is designed to ensure that the company ends up with the best employees possible who will be able to perform their duties safely and successfully.
Prescription Drug Abuse Signs, Symptoms and Statistics
Prescription drug abuse implies taking prescription medication was not given to you by the doctor, or taking your prescription medication in a manner that differs from the instructions. While taking prescription medication is not perceived as equivalent to taking illegal street drugs, the consequences can be equally harsh
Making Sense Of Identification
Initially, beginning the process of registration with the FMCSA requires a self-identification according to five chief operating categories:
- Motor Carrier
- Broker
- Intermodal Equipment Provider (IEP)
- Cargo Tank Facility
- Shipper and/or Freight Forwarder
According to the FMCSA, the self-classification of the company’s intended business operation is based on criteria including, but not limited to,
- Cargo
- Operation
- Company type
This is only a taste of required DOT registration requirements. If you need more insight on how this process needs to continue, contact us today.
Be prepared for your drug test!
- Bring your Government Issued Picture ID
- Bring Drug Test Paperwork or Authorization
- Complete TSL Intake Form & HIPAA Disclosure
- Pay for your test on site
- Make sure you are hydrated if you are performing a Urine Test
- Expect to have your nail polish removed if getting a Nail Drug Test
- We do not need your prescription information but a Medical Review Officer (MRO) may contact you after collection to verify your medications.
- For urine testing, plan on arriving 3 hours before we close (1 hr minimum) to provide a cushion of time for a shy bladder situation.
- For hair testing, be sure to dry your hair completely before arriving.
- For nail testing, be sure to clean your nails with soap and water before arriving. Also, artificial nails and polish must be removed.
What Are Your Hours?
- All Test Smartly Labs are open Monday through Friday, from 9am - 5pm
Do We Need To Have An Appointment?
- No appointment is required to come into our labs, and all of our locations are on a walk-in basis. However, it is recommended you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to closing. If your situation requires special time considerations, please call us to determine if it would be better to arrange an appointment time.
Do I Need Doctors’ Orders For Testing?
- No doctors’ orders needed, we are a Direct-Access Testing Center. You are encouraged to consult your medical professional with your lab test results.
What’s The Turnaround Time For Lab Work?
- Average turnaround time is 2-5 business days depending on the complexity of the lab work. Most tests are available in 2-3 days.
Do You Need A List Of My Medications For A Drug Test?
- Per protocol, the lab techs are not allowed to receive or ask for your medications. A medical review officer or MRO, a licensed physician who specializes in toxicology, will call you and ask for your medications and your physician’s phone number if it’s detected in your sample during testing. The MRO will then call your physician to verify your medications.
Specifically for CDL drivers, the FMCSA states no driver can have or use (on or off duty):
- Any schedule I substance
- Any amphetamine or formulation of an amphetamine (including pep pills and bennies)
- Narcotics or derivatives
- Any other substance that makes driving unsafe
- With a focus on opioids, the drug panel changes are effective across the entire DOT – impacting the drug test for every agency.
If a driver does have a positive DOT drug test, he/she must be immediately removed from the safety-sensitive role. If the results come back showing the test was adulterated or substituted, the employee must be treated as someone who refused to test, and removed from the role immediately.
Our Popular Products
DOT (Dept of Transportation) Drug Test Panel
Price: $69 / Online Prepay Price: $67 Step 1: Choose a Testing Center location Step 2: Select desired appointment date & time Step 3: Choose "Online Prepay" to receive lowest price OR, select "Pay In-person" option for standard pricing Step 4: Complete the required fields and get tested
DOT US Coast Guard (USCG) Drug Test Panel
Price: $89 / Online Prepay Price: $87 Step 1: Choose a Testing Center location Step 2: Select desired appointment date & time Step 3: Choose "Online Prepay" to receive lowest price OR, select "Pay In-person" option for standard pricing Step 4: Complete the required fields and get tested
DOT (Dept of Transportation) Breath Alcohol Test
Price: $45 / Online Prepay Price: $39 Step 1: Choose a Testing Center location Step 2: Select desired appointment date & time Step 3: Choose "Online Prepay" to receive lowest price OR, select "Pay In-person" option for standard pricing Step 4: Complete the required fields and get tested
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