Substance Abuse Policies & Supervisor Substance Abuse Awareness Training · D.O.T. Physicals

Substance Abuse Policies

Policies for substance-abuse precisely outline for a company the procedures for testing and actions that can be taken. Since almost all companies have different needs, DAT Express Test is able to offer custom tailored policies to fit the requirements of each individual company. We offer policies for D.O.T. regulated companies, Industrial non-D.O.T. companies, and alcohol testing needs. Our policies meet all government regulations at the time in which they are written. Any revisions or changes that need to be made will be consistant with Federal Rules and Regulations. Policies are also available in both English and Spanish.

Supervisor & Employee Training

D.O.T. mandated supervisor awareness training is available as well as a class to inform your employees about their role in the companys' substance abuse program. This course complies with all DOT (382.603) required Supervisor and Management Training. The course is designed to satisfy all Reasonable Cause testing issue for DOT and NON DOT testing, covering both drugs and alcohol. The length of the course is two hours. All participants will receive a certificate of participation. Course outline is available upon request.

D.O.T. Physicals - Physical Testing

In the interest of public safety, the examining physician is required to certify that the driver does not have any physical, mental or organic defect of such a nature as to affect the driver's ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle.

Content of Exam

-Complete history and examination performed by a physician.
-Urine dip for specific gravity, glucose and protein is required on each exam; other testing may be requested by examining physician upon medical history or physical exam findings.
-Vision and hearing are tested on each exam and the applicant must meet certain criteria established by D.O.T.

A D.O.T. physical is to be completed at least every two years if:

-Driving a vehicle of 26,000 + pounds.
-Interstate material transporting
-Transporting of Hazardous Materials
-Driving a bus with a seating capacity of 15 or more passengers.

Upon completion of examination, the examining physician shall complete the medical examiner's certificate and furnish one copy to the person examined and one copy to the motor carrier employer.