Today, we’re here to inform you about significant changes affecting pre-employment investigations regarding drug and alcohol program violations. Effective beginning in 2023, there are pivotal shifts that streamline the process for motor carriers and employees alike.

No More Part 382 Questions

One of the noteworthy changes is the elimination of certain inquiries on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) safety performance history request. This update means motor carriers will no longer need to ask former employers about Part 382 violations.

Understanding Part 382

Part 382, a component of Title 49 in the Code of Federal Regulations, pertains explicitly to controlled substances and alcohol use in testing. According to FMCSA, this regulation aims to establish programs designed to prevent accidents and injuries resulting from the misuse of alcohol or controlled substances by drivers of commercial motor vehicles.

Safety Performance Histories Remain Essential

Motor carriers will still need to reach out to a driver’s previous FMCSA employers from the past three years for the following verifications:

General employment details: This Verification typically confirms the employee’s tenure, dates of employment, vehicles operated, and related information over the preceding three years and also encompasses accidents, which will now appear on the former employer’s accident register.

The employee verification will also include other accidents not considered DOT-related crashes that the former employer is willing to provide. And although it’s not mandated, it may give insight into minor incidents and reveal unsafe driving patterns.

Employers now also have the option to include additional questions on the inquiry, as long as they are permissible and comply with state and federal employment laws.

Other DOT Testing Violations

When an applicant has worked in a transportation mode other than highway in the past three years and was subject to DOT testing (e.g., rail, transit, pipeline, air, or maritime positions), motor carriers must contact former employers directly to ask the necessary questions. Violations in these non-highway modes require the return-to-duty process and follow-up tests.

Reach out to us today

Enrolling in our DOT and DISA Qualified SAP Programs not only ensures regulatory compliance but also delivers a myriad of invaluable benefits. Our tailored programs, specifically designed to align seamlessly with your unique organizational goals, will ensure state and local compliance, and are focused on reach and affordability. Are you worried about the intricacies of program implementation? Fear not, as our adept team expertly manages the complexities on your behalf, ensuring a seamless and unburdened path to compliance.

Ready to invest in your organization’s well-being, prosperity, and regulatory adherence? Contact us immediately for further insights into our DOT and DISA Qualified SAP Programs. Our dedicated team is at your service, ready to address inquiries, provide custom solutions, and guide you toward a more secure and compliant future. We appreciate your valued presence in our community and eagerly look forward to facilitating your journey to compliance and excellence.

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1. DOT Qualified SAP Programs: A Commitment to Regulatory Excellence

 Our DOT Qualified SAP Programs have been diligently structured to ensure your employees’ strict adherence to DOT guidelines. By embracing our program, you are proactively mitigating the potential legal consequences while emphasizing the welfare of your workforce and the general public.

2. DISA Qualified SAP Programs: Your Gateway to a Safer Work Environment

DISA, or the Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association, has established uncompromising standards to sustain a drug-free work environment. Our DISA Qualified SAP Programs are tailored to guarantee your organization’s alignment with these stringent regulations, down to state and local levels of compliance. Through our partnership, we can engender a safer, more secure, healthier, and more productive workplace while reducing exposure to non-compliance liabilities.

3. Compelling Advantages You Cannot Overlook

By enrolling in our DOT and DISA Qualified SAP Programs, you are not merely ensuring regulatory compliance but also availing yourself of a host of invaluable benefits. Your organization’s reputation will be elevated, and the well-being and safety of your workforce will be enhanced. Moreover, our programs can be fine-tuned to align seamlessly with the distinct goals of your organization.

4. Effortless Implementation and Tranquility

Are you concerned about the intricacies of program implementation? Rest assured, our team adeptly manages the complex elements on your behalf. Our dedicated experts are on hand to navigate the elaborateness of DISA and DOT-qualified SAP programs, rendering the journey toward compliance as seamless and unburdened as possible. 

5. Reach out to us today

Are you prepared to invest in your organization’s well-being, prosperity, and regulatory adherence? We invite you to contact us promptly for further insights regarding our DOT and DISA Qualified SAP Programs. Our committed team is available to address your inquiries, provide tailored solutions, and help you embark on the initial steps towards a more secure and compliant future.

We express our gratitude for your esteemed presence within our community. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to facilitate your pursuit of compliance and excellence.

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