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# New Era Drug Testing: DOT Compliant Drug Testing & Clearinghouse

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- [How Often Does DOT Random Drug Test and What Should Drivers Expect?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/how-often-does-dot-random-drug-test/): How often does DOT random drug test drivers? It's one of the most common questions asked by CDL holders, owner-operators, and employers subject to DOT regulations. Many assume random testing happens on a set schedule or only after a safety incident. In reality, the process works very differently.
- [What Is a Clearinghouse Violation and How Can It Affect Your CDL Career?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/what-is-a-clearinghouse-violation/): What is a clearinghouse violation? It is a federally reported DOT drug and alcohol program violation that can immediately remove a CDL driver from safety-sensitive duties and affect future employment opportunities until required return-to-duty steps are completed. In many states, an unresolved violation can also trigger a CDL downgrade, resulting in the loss of commercial driving privileges until the driver completes the Return-to-Duty process.
- [Truck Driver Responsibilities: What Drivers Must Do and Understand About DOT Consent](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/truck-driver-responsibilities/): If you operate in the trucking industry, truck driver responsibilities go far beyond simply driving from point A to point B.
- [DOT Drug Testing Procedures: How the Process Works and What Drivers Should Know](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/dot-drug-testing-procedures/): If you work in a DOT-regulated industry, drug testing is not just a hiring step; it is part of an ongoing federal compliance system tied directly to safety-sensitive duties. That is why understanding DOT drug testing procedures matters for both drivers and carriers.
- [What Drugs Are Tested for in a DOT Drug Screen and Why They Matter](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/what-drugs-are-tested-for-in-a-dot-drug-screen/): If you work in the trucking industry, chances are you’ve heard drivers ask the same questions repeatedly: “What exactly are they testing for?”, “Will prescription medication fail a DOT drug test?”, “Is marijuana still prohibited if it’s legal in my state?”.
- [DOT Return to Duty Process: The 6 Key Steps Every Employer and Driver Must Know](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/dot-return-to-duty-process-6-steps/): For CDL drivers, one failed or refused drug or alcohol test can change everything. The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires a very specific path before a driver can get back behind the wheel. This is known as the DOT return-to-duty process, and it’s not optional, it’s a federal requirement designed to protect both drivers and the public.
- [FMCSA Rules Employers Often Overlook (and How to Stay Compliant)](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/fmcsa-rules-employers-overlook/): Running a fleet isn’t just about moving freight from one place to another. It’s about protecting your drivers, your business, and your license to operate. The FMCSA rules on drug and alcohol testing are designed to keep the roads safe, but many employers overlook details that can cost them heavily.
- [DOT Drug Testing Program: 6 Steps to Keep Your Fleet Compliant](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/dot-drug-testing-program-compliant/): Running a fleet comes with more responsibility than just keeping trucks on the road. Employers in DOT-regulated industries are required to build and maintain a DOT drug testing program that protects drivers, reduces accidents, and proves compliance to federal regulators.
- [Failed DOT Drug Test with Prescription? Know What to Do](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/failed-dot-drug-test-with-prescription/): If you’re a commercial truck driver or manage CDL drivers, DOT drug testing is part of the job. But what happens when someone gets a failed DOT drug test with prescription medication in their system? It’s a serious issue that can impact driving eligibility, job security, and compliance with FMCSA rules.
- [<strong>Instant Vs. Laboratory Drug Testing: What’s The Difference?</strong>](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/instant-vs-laboratory-drug-testing/): When it comes to analyzing the presence of drugs in the workplace, there are two popular testing methods: instant drug testing and laboratory drug testing. While these tests both aim to detect illegal substances, they do so in a different manner – meaning that in certain cases, one method may be more accurate or cost-effective than the other.
- [What Does a Failed DOT Drug Test Mean?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/failed-dot-drug-test/): For most people, the drug test isn’t a problem. But what do failed DOT drug tests mean? There’s a lot riding on these test results, so here’s what you need to know if yours come back positive.
- [DOT Compliance: What It Is And The Requirements](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/dot-compliance/): DOT compliance is an important subject for companies that maintain fleets of commercial vehicles, such as companies in the transportation or construction industries. DOT compliance ensures that companies operating vehicles for commercial use behave responsibly when hiring and managing drivers.
- [The Process and Benefits of the FMCSA Clearinghouse Registration](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/fmcsa-clearinghouse-registration/): The Clearinghouse is a secure online database created by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) within the United States government. It provides permitted individual’s or companies access to real-time information about drug and alcohol program violations. Therefore, a fmcsa clearinghouse requires authorized users to register to the system. Those who should partake in the fmcsa clearinghouse registration include drivers that hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or commercial learners permit, as well as employers of these drivers.
- [Chain of Custody Form (CCF) for DOT Drug Testing: Everything You Need to Know](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/dot-chain-of-custody-form/): In the transportation industry, it's important to maintain safety and compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. This includes drug testing for truck drivers and other personnel. There are specific forms that must be completed in order to ensure a proper drug test, including the chain of custody form (commonly abbreviated to CoC or CCF).
- [DOT Guidance Update COVID-19](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/dot-guidance-update-covid-19/): The Department of Transportation has provided an update regarding drug & alcohol testing during the COVID-19 health emergency.  DOT is committed to maintaining public safety while providing maximum flexibility to allow transportation industries to conduct their operations safely and efficiently during this period of national emergency.
- [Determining If An Employee Is On Drugs](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/determining-if-employee-is-on-drugs/): Did you know that more than 70% of drug abusers in America have a steady job? Many individuals who use drugs are very good at covering their tracks, which can make them tough to spot at first—however, it’s crucial for companies to know what to look for, since these employees can have a devastating effect and can even cause a businesses to lose profits. This is one of the reasons why random workplace drug testing is useful; however, it’s also good to be on the lookout for typical red flags.
- [Negative Dilute Drug Tests And How To Avoid Them](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/negative-dilutes-drug-tests-how-to-avoid/): Would you understand what it meant if you received information that a drug test that was administered to you or your employee came back as “negative dilute”? First of all, what is this? And secondly, does this mean the drug test is positive or negative? This is an important thing for companies that do drug testing to understand.
- [Quest Diagnostics Reports Substance Abuse Is At A 12-Year High](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/quest-diagnostics-reports-substance-abuse-is-at-a-12-year-high/): Did you know that according to Quest Diagnostics, the number of employee drug test results showing up positive for drug abuse are at the highest they’ve been in twelve years? This reporting (which was were based on more than 10 million workforce drug tests) shows that cocaine, methamphetamine, and marijuana have all shown increases in use across every testing category, and within nearly every specimen type.
- [Benefits Of Paperless DOT Drug Testing](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/benefits-paperless-dot-drug-testing/): Since 1989, DOT drug testing regulations have been set firmly in place. And until December 2016, there was a tedious five-part paper form to be completed as part of the submission process. Last year, National Drug Screening announced that DOT employer drug testing would be “going paperless”, meaning labs were approved by the Department of Health and Human Services to electronically process drug tests for employees. This is something that employers have been wanting for years, and technology finally caught up with industry demand in 2016.
- [Petitioners Continue Their Fight For Hair Follicle Testing To Replace Urinalysis](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/petitioners-continue-fight-hair-follicle-testing/): As of early 2017, several large motor carriers—Dupré Logistics, Maverick Transportation, Knight Transportation, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, and two others—began petitioning the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to allow hair follicle drug testing instead of urine testing. Their reason? They claim that hair follicle testing is more effective than urine drug testing when it comes to stopping individuals who abuse drugs from getting truck driving jobs.
- [What Is The Sweat Patch Drug Test?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/what-is-sweat-patch-drug-test/): As drug testing of all kinds continue to emerge for better and more accurate results, different kinds of drug screens will be tried out. The current most popular and effective types of drug testing are urine, hair, and blood screening, but you may not know about a less commonly-used test: the sweat patch drug test. This method has been used for over 20 years, and is the favorite among some drug testing die-hards.
- [Split Specimen Testing 101: What You Need To Know](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/split-specimen-testing/): When it comes to drug screening for employees, how much do you know about split specimen testing and the rights of the employee to have this done? Many companies don’t know all of the in’s and out’s of it.
- [What Types Of Drug Screening Can Be Administered?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/types-of-drug-screening/): When it comes to employee drug screening, most people just figure they’ll be getting a urine test—probably because that’s the type of test that’s administered during pre-employment. However, there are different types of tests that may need to be used depending on the specific situation that’s going on with an employee.
- [Drug Testing For Fired Employees Who Collect Unemployment](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/drug-testing-fired-employees-who-collect-unemployment/): Let’s say an employee is fired after their drug screening comes back positive for drug use. Typically, the first thing that employee is going to do is to try and collect unemployment benefits from the company that fired them. Whether or not they’re allowed to do this depends on a few things, but what your written drug-free workplace policy has to say about it is definitely a factor.
- [Do You Have A Written Drug-Free Workplace Policy?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/do-you-have-a-written-drug-free-workplace-policy/): Would you know exactly what to do if one of your employees had a drug screening and it came back positive? Do you immediately fire them? Do you offer them assistance through the company? What happens, exactly?
- [Are MRO Services Necessary For Drug Testing?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/are-mro-services-necessary-for-drug-testing/): Every good drug testing program should have a Medical Review Officer, or MRO, in place. An MRO is the physician who reviews drug test results for drug testing companies, and they are a very important part of the drug screening process. A regular doctor isn’t able to do this specialized job—only a trained and licensed MRO can perform these duties.
- [Distracted Driving Awareness Month Promotes Safety On The Road](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/distracted-driving-awareness-month-april-2017/): Distracted driving is a major problem on roads all across the country. According to the National Safety Council, as many as 40,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2016, a 14 percent increase since 2014 due in large part to a boom in distracted driving. Thankfully, the NSC is shines a light on this epidemic every April with Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
- [Frequently Asked Questions: Hair Follicle Drug Testing](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions-hair-follicle-drug-testing/): New Era Drug Testing is dedicated to providing nothing but the best in DOT and FMCSA compliant drug and alcohol testing services. And to help us achieve that goal, we implement hair follicle drug testing. But many question how drugs can be found in hair, and the effectiveness of such tests.
- [Ultimate Guide: Marijuana Use And DOT Drug Testing](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/marijuana-use-dot-drug-testing-guide/): Marijuana use might seem like a taboo for many, but more and more states are siding with pro-pot advocates by legalizing recreational and medical marijuana. But how does that impact safety-sensitive professions occupied by truckers, limousine drivers, public transportation drivers, and others regulated by the Department of Transportation?
- [Your Guide To DOT Drug & Alcohol Supervisor Training Requirements](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/dot-drug-alcohol-supervisor-training/): The Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has plenty of regulations for workers in the trucking industry and other positions requiring a commercial driver’s license (CDL). And while you’re probably aware of its drug and alcohol testing requirements, you might not know about its drug and alcohol supervisor training requirements.
- [Former Olympic Hopeful Works To Improve Truckers’ Health](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/siphiwe-baleka-trucker-health-fitness-program/): The trucking industry remains one of the most stable in the nation, providing thousands of well-paying jobs to drivers across the country. But many truckers fall into bad habits that, if gone unaddressed, can lead to health problems. Luckily, one trucker is working to highlight how drivers can stay healthy when they hit the roads, and he certainly knows what it takes to stay healthy.
- [Uber Enters The Trucking Industry With UberFreight](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/uber-freight-enters-trucking-industry/): Last October, Uber-owned company Otto made headlines when its self-driving truck delivered 2,000 cases of Budweiser beer from Fort Collins, Colorado to Colorado Springs. It was the first successful delivery by a self-driving truck, and now it looks like Uber is moving even further into the trucking industry with UberFreight.
- [Will Donald Trump’s Presidency Change The Trucking Industry?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/will-donald-trump-change-trucking-industry/): Politicians and citizens alike continue to debate the merits of President-elect Donald Trump. The incoming Commander-in-Chief will have plenty of issues to tackle at the start of his administration, and it might come as a surprise that the trucking industry could be seriously affected by a President Trump.
- [9 Best Truck Driver Training Schools In The Country](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/best-truck-driver-training-school-program/): Most people think truck driving is pretty simple. You just hop into a big rig, turn on the ignition, and hit the road. But of course, it’s a lot more difficult than it sounds. Driving is nothing like driving a car, and you need to be ready to handle mechanical problems, dangerous weather conditions and more while transporting your cargo.
- [Self-Driving Truck Completes First Delivery: Can It Replace Truckers?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/self-driving-truck-first-delivery/): Drivers take note — the future of trucking has hit the road.
- [We’ve Moved To A New Facility](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/we-have-moved-to-a-new-facility/): Exciting things are happening at New Era Drug Testing, and we want to share some important news with you. Loyalty from customers like you has fueled continued growth of our headquarter, making a move to a new facility necessary.
- [The Real Consequences of Getting a DUI](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/consequences-driver-dui/): When you’ve been pulled over under the suspicion of drinking and driving, your issues with the justice system have only just begun. Whether you plead guilty or not, the consequences of a DUI are significant. The base line for all states for DUI convictions is a misdemeanor and punishable by up to six months in jail in addition to fines.
- [4 Important Background Screening Practices For The Trucking Industry](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/background-screening-trucking-industry/): With the continued expansion of the manufacturing, logistics, and distribution industry and the increasing demand for truck drivers, employers are looking for qualified employees now more than ever. The industry needs drivers to fill the hundreds of job positions nationwide, but it is also essential to hire the very best candidates with proper training to keep the roads and our fellow citizens safe.
- [Can Employers Test For Prescription Drugs?](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/employers-test-prescription-drugs/): According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the United States is responsible for consuming 75% of the world’s prescription drugs. As an employer, you are probably concerned about drug use in the workplace. And for good reason, due to the amount of Americans on prescription drugs and the fact that a study has revealed that 20% of Americans age 12 and older have used prescription drugs non-medically at least once in their lives. So what can you do to ensure prescription drugs do not affect your business, employees, and customers negatively? Do you have rights in regards to what you can screen in a drug test to prevent any risk of prescription drug abuse? Learn more here about what you are allowed to screen for in employee drug tests.
- [OSHA’s New Rule On Workplace Safety, Retaliation, And Post-Accident Drug Testing](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/oshas-rules-post-accident-drug-testing/): In May of 2016, OSHA published a new rule regarding the improvement of tracking workplace injuries and illness in the Federal Register. The new rule requires certain employers to submit injuries and illnesses electronically to more effectively track, analyze, and learn from the data regarding the safety of the workplace. OSHA also states in the new rule that post-accident testing might discourage employees from reporting injuries and illnesses on the job out of fear of retaliation. And it has made adjustments to their regulations to improve the safety and fairness in the workplace.
- [Employee Background Screening FAQ](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/employee-background-screening-faq/): Not sure if your company or small business should conduct background checks on potential employees? Maybe you’re not sure if they’re worth it or if they’re relevant to you if you know the employee. But there is some information about background screening that you should know about so you can make the most educated decision possible. And if you’re a company that involves commercial drivers for the trucking industry or a private limousine company, you will read more about the importance of background checking as required by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
- [The Importance Of A Drug-Free Workplace](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/importance-drug-free-workplace/): Establishing a drug-free workplace and developing a management practice can really help your business find and hold onto the right kind of employees, work ethic, morale, and provide the standard of customer service you find important. A drug-free workplace will be the most prepared for reducing accidents, lowering employee liability, decreasing customer-related accidents and risks, and prevent any damage to your company’s reputation.
- [Top 5 Things To Know About DOT Physical Tests](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/5-things-know-dot-physical-tests/): The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires all industry workers such as limousine drivers, bus drivers, truck drivers, public transportation, train drivers, and flight crew to comply with certain medical and physical standards. Exams are required if you wish to qualify for a commercial driving license and if you wish to keep it. If you have never experienced DOT testing before, you may feel a little nervous at not knowing what to expect.
- [Why It’s Important For Limo Drivers To Be DOT Compliant](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/limo-drivers-dot-compliant/): The Department of Transportation (DOT) issues many regulations and strict standards for all those who provide a transportation service to citizens, including public transportation, private transportation, and commercial trucks. Safety is of the utmost importance to DOT and they have created drug and alcohol screenings all employers and employees must adhere to. Limousine drivers are no exception to these standards, even though they may be a part of a privately-owned company. If you own a limo company, here are a few reasons why it is crucial for your employees to be DOT compliant.
- [Understanding DOT Random Drug Testing](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/understanding-dot-random-drug-testing/): Since the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991, it has become a requirement for employers to conduct drug and alcohol testing of safety-sensitive transportation employees in trucking, aviation, railroads, mass transit, pipelines, and many others within the transportation industry.These individuals are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing, also referred to as “random pool test.” These random tests need to be done on a certain number of employees each year. The chart below shows the annual minimum drug and alcohol testing rates that have been established within DOT Agencies and the USCG for 2016:
- [Stay DOT Compliant With New Era’s Checklist](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/your-dot-compliance-checklist/): Running a successful transportation company means delivering goods (or people) to their destinations safely and efficiently, of course, but it also means operating within the legal framework constructed by law-enforcing organizations like the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA). Trucking companies, especially, must make sure that all aspects of the organization are observing state and federal rules and regulations or risk fines, suspensions, or business closure.
- [Four Common DOT Drug Testing Myths](https://www.neweradrugtesting.com/blog/four-common-dot-drug-testing-myths/): Over the years, we at New Era Drug Testing have heard a lot of interesting theories about ways to “beat the test” and stories about how our clients’ employees have tried to cheat our accurate drug testing methods. Some of our favorite myths about how to beat a DOT drug test include:

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