CPC CPC Workplace Drug Testing Regulations (DOT & Non-DOT)

Question 1

Which federal regulation governs the procedures for DOT-mandated workplace drug and alcohol testing programs?

Accepted Answer

49 CFR Part 40

Answer

29 CFR Part 1910

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21 CFR Part 1301

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40 CFR Part 261

Question 2

Which DOT agency requires drug testing for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers?

Accepted Answer

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

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Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

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Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

Question 3

How many drugs or drug classes are tested in a standard DOT five-panel urine drug test?

Accepted Answer

5 drug classes: marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, and PCP

Answer

4 drug classes: marijuana, cocaine, opioids, and amphetamines only

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6 drug classes including alcohol

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8 drug classes including benzodiazepines and barbiturates

Question 4

What is a 'safety-sensitive function' in the context of DOT drug testing?

Accepted Answer

A duty that, if impaired, could directly affect the safety of the employee, the public, or both

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Any function performed by a government employee with a security clearance

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A task requiring specialized equipment that could cause property damage if misused

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A duty performed exclusively by employees earning above a certain pay grade

Question 5

Under DOT regulations, when must a post-accident drug test be conducted following a fatal accident involving a CMV driver?

Accepted Answer

As soon as possible but no later than 32 hours after the accident for urine and 8 hours for alcohol

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Within 72 hours after the accident for both urine and alcohol testing

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Within 24 hours for urine and 2 hours for alcohol testing

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Within 4 hours for both urine and alcohol testing

Question 6

What percentage of covered employees must be randomly selected for drug testing annually under FMCSA regulations as of current guidelines?

Accepted Answer

50% of the average number of driver positions

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25% of the average number of driver positions

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10% of the average number of driver positions

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100% of all active drivers