The DOT physical exam requirements
do not include a drug test
, but you will be required to submit a urine sample. This is used to screen your kidneys for potential medical conditions. However, companies require a pre-employment drug test.
What kind of drug test is a DOT drug test?
DOT requires their truck drivers to undergo a drug test prior to employment. DOT also requires this test at least once randomly per year, after most accidents, and if reasonable suspicion exists that a driver is abusing drugs. The DOT 5 panel drug test checks
for THC, Opiates, PCP, Cocaine, and Amphetamines
.
How is a DOT drug test tested?
The DOT
uses urine collection
and testing exclusively for drug testing. Alcohol may be tested for using breath and saliva. All three testing methods used by the DOT are non-intrusive.
What happens if you test positive on a DOT drug test?
Once an employer has received a verified positive drug test result,
the employer must immediately remove the employee from DOT safety sensitive duties
. The employer should not wait for a written report from the Medical Review Officer or the results of a split specimen test (if one has been requested by the employee).
How far back does a dot urine drug test go?
The amount of follow-up testing you receive is determined by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and may continue for
up to 5 years
. This means the SAP will determine how many times you will be tested (at least 6 times in the first year), for how long, and for what substance (i.e. drugs, alcohol, or both).
What does a dot 10 panel drug test test for?
Standard 10-panel test: typically looks for
cocaine, marijuana, PCP, amphetamines, opiates, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, methadone, propoxyphene, & Quaaludes
. 12-panel test: often administered as an extension to the 10-panel test.
Can I retake a DOT drug test?
You may request a retest within 72 hours of receiving a positive test result
after consulting with your MRO. You see, DOT drug and alcohol testing rely heavily on urine samples. The tests performed are carried on split samples.
What happens if you fail DOT drug screen?
What happens if I fail my DOT drug test? If you fail your DOT regulated drug test,
DOT regulations require your employer to immediately remove you from performing any DOT safety-sensitive job
. There may be other consequences, too, like losing your certification or license.
Is there a database for failed drug tests?
The final clearinghouse rule that will establish a DOT database of drivers who have failed or refused a drug test has just
been published by the FMCSA in the Federal Register
. The ruling goes into effect on January 4, 2017, with a compliance date of January 2020.
What do they check for in a DOT physical urine test?
Your employer may request that you have a drug screen done while you take your DOT physical. That drug test typically screens for
marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine and amphetamines/methamphetamines
.
Is a 10 panel drug test urine or blood?
The 10-panel drug test is
most often performed on a urine sample
. Drug screening tests can also be done on hair, saliva, blood, and sweat.
What shows up in a drug urine test?
These tests indicate if one or more prescription or illegal drugs are present in urine. These tests detect the presence of drugs such as
marijuana, cocaine, opiates, methamphetamine, amphetamines, PCP, benzodiazepine, barbiturates, methadone, tricyclic antidepressants, ecstasy, and oxycodone
.
What shows up on a 12-panel drug test?
Twelve-panel: 12-panel drug tests are usually given in conjunction with a ten-panel test. A twelve-panel screening is designed to look for
opiates in depth and prescription painkillers
, as well as any other controlled substances. This can include opiates, benzodiazepines, methadone, oxycodone and similar drugs.
Can you still be hired after failing a drug test?
Failing a drug test can drastically reduce your chances of getting hired, but not entirely. Anyone applying for a job and who fails a mandatory drug test
is highly unlikely to get hired
.
How long does a failed dot drug test?
In addition, failing a DOT drug and alcohol test remains on your record for
three years
. While this may not seem very long, if you are terminated because of the drug test result, the termination remains on your record for even longer.
What are the cutoff levels for a DOT drug test?
| Initial test analyte Initial test cutoff 1 Confirmatory test cutoff concentration | 6-Acetylmorphine 10 ng/mL 10 ng/mL. | Phencyclidine 25 ng/mL 25 ng/mL. | Amphetamine/ Methamphetamine 500 ng/mL 250 ng/mL. 250 ng/mL. | MDMA 4 /MDA 5 500 ng/mL 250 ng/mL. 250 ng/mL. |
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