The DOT SAP Program: Ultimate Guide
The DOT SAP program is your mandatory roadmap after a failed DOT drug or alcohol test. In this guide, we break down SAP program requirements, employer responsibilities, and the full return-to-duty and follow-up testing process so you can protect your fleet, stay compliant, and safely get qualified drivers back to work.
Clearinghouse Downgrades: What you Need To Know
Almost 180,000 former truck drivers recently lost their commercial driving privileges via a Clearinghouse Downgrade. Let’s review how this may have impacted your fleet. TL;DR, this should really have been a non-event for your fleet and for the industry at large. Don’t worry about the hype over this in the press. None of your drivers…
How Long A Return To Duty Process Takes
Did you or one of your truck drivers just fail a DOT drug test or alcohol test? If so, one of the most important questions that you probably have is ” How long does a return to duty process take? “ The FMCSA Return To Duty process takes at least 12 months from start to…
Failed DOT Drug Test: What Happens Next?
Discover what happens when a CDL driver fails a DOT drug test: from immediate removal from duty to SAP referral, Clearinghouse reporting and potential employer actions. Ensure you understand the steps, compliance risks and return-to-duty process so you can protect your driver pool and safety program
What is the FMCSA Clearinghouse?
The FMCSA Clearinghouse is a database that provides information about whether a commercial driver has any DOT drug and alcohol program violations. These are typically failed DOT drug tests. Post Updated: All trucking companies must request (and receive) this violation information from the DOT clearinghouse before a driver can operate a truck or bus for…
DOT Clearinghouse: 5 Important Keys
Are you worried about DOT Clearinghouse compliance? If not, you should be! The FMCSA just listed the new civil penalty for a Drug and Alcohol (DACH) clearinghouse violation at $5,833! If you’re concerned about the DOT Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and what you have to do to comply with the DOT drug and alcohol program requirements,…