As you may know, FMCSA regulations require drug and alcohol testing programs in companies who employ drivers that are engaged in safety sensitive functions and hold a commercial driver's license.  This rule applies to drivers (Including self-employed individuals, contractors, and volunteers) who operate vehicles:

Ø       Having a Gross Vehicle Weight or Gross Combination weight rating of 26,001

      pounds or more

  

 Ø       Of any weight used to transport hazardous materials in a quantity requiring

        placarding

  

 Ø       Which are designed to transport 15 or more passengers; including the driver

  

 Ø       Operated in Interstate or Intrastate commerce

This regulation requires that every driver pass a pre-employment drug screen before being allowed to perform a safety sensitive function; and that each driver be enrolled in a random pool.  The regulation also prescribes procedures for post accident testing, reasonable cause (suspicion) testing, and return to duty testing.  A copy of the full regulation is available at our office.  A summary can be found at:

FMCSA Alcohol and Drug Rules

If it is discovered during a DOT compliance audit that your company does not have a drug and alcohol testing program or that you have not adhered to the regulations set forth in USDOT Rule 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382, fines will be imposed.

Calculations Inc. has chosen Choicepoint Health and Safety to provide random selection and lab services; your drivers will be admitted into a random pool with thousands of other drivers across the country.  For your convenience, Mellissa is certified to perform drug and alcohol tests and we will maintain copies of all documents required in conjunction with your Drug and Alcohol Testing program here. 

Please be aware that while we do our best to keep you on track, it is the responsibility of your company and your drivers to comply with all FMCSA regulations