Chauffeur License Alcohol & Drug Testing Requirements 2

Question 1

What is the minimum follow-up testing requirement for a driver who returns to duty after a substance abuse violation?

Accepted Answer

At least 6 tests over 12 months

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At least 3 tests over 6 months

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At least 4 tests over 6 months

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At least 12 tests over 24 months

Question 2

Who must evaluate a driver before they can return to safety-sensitive duties after a verified positive drug test?

Accepted Answer

A Substance Abuse Professional (SAP)

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A company-appointed supervisor

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A licensed physician of the driver's choice

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A DOT-appointed drug counselor

Question 3

Under DOT alcohol regulations, which period qualifies as 'on-duty' time during which alcohol use is prohibited?

Accepted Answer

Any period the driver is required to be in readiness to work

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Only hours physically spent behind the wheel

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Only scheduled shift hours listed in the employment contract

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Only the time between dispatch call and final passenger drop-off

Question 4

What is the minimum percentage of drivers that FMCSA requires employers to randomly test for drugs each calendar year?

Accepted Answer

50%

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10%

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25%

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100%

Question 5

What is required to initiate a 'reasonable suspicion' drug or alcohol test?

Accepted Answer

Specific, articulable observations of impairment made by a trained supervisor

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An anonymous tip from a passenger or bystander

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A driver being cited for any traffic violation while on duty

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A driver appearing fatigued during the pre-trip vehicle inspection

Question 6

What is the primary role of a Medical Review Officer (MRO) in the DOT drug testing process?

Accepted Answer

To review laboratory results and verify them with drivers before reporting to employers

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To conduct physical examinations of drivers before testing

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To administer drug tests at authorized collection sites

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To report all positive test results directly to law enforcement agencies

Question 7

How long must employers retain records of verified positive drug test results under DOT regulations?

Accepted Answer

5 years

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1 year

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2 years

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3 years