Safety Solutions

We understand the importance of safety in both your personal and professional life. That's why we offer a variety of Safety Solutions. We are here to ensure that you receive accurate and efficient services every time.

Denise and Annie are recognized and in good standing with Drug and Alcohol Testing and perform the majority of these services. Dr. Warren and Dr. Drinkall are FMCSA-certified medical examiners.

OUR TESTERS/COLLECTORS

Denise serves as office manager and has been a dedicated employee for many years. Denise is one of the first smiling faces that you will see when you enter our office. She is a great asset to our clinic and handles day-to-day operations for the clinic.

She also manages:

Drug and alcohol testing
Consortium setup and management
Clearinghouse support for drivers
Onsite DOT physicals and collections
DNA-paternity specimen collection
Background check

Annie is our newest certified drug and alcohol collector. She joined our team in 2024. In addition to her managerial and certification accomplishments, Annie is fluent in Spanish. Her language skills foster effective communication with Spanish-speaking clients and colleagues, greatly expanding our ability to serve a diverse clientele.

She also manages:

Drug and alcohol testing
Consortium setup and management
Clearinghouse support for drivers
Onsite DOT physicals and collections
DNA-paternity specimen collection
Background check

OUR SERVICES

The DOT Physical Exam is performed for drivers with a CDL, and who operate a CMV. A physical examination is required to ensure that a person is medically fit to operate a CMV, as the physical, mental, and emotional standards are higher than passenger car drivers.

DOT PHYSICALS

What to Bring to Your DOT Physical

When you arrive at your appointment, we will need the following from you:

A current driver's license issued from the state or other form of valid ID
Any glasses, hearing aids, or contacts that you wear
A list of all medications that you currently take
Any special notices from your doctor (considerations, exemptions, return to duty, etc.)
A urine specimen. Be sure to come well-hydrated, as we will need a urine specimen to test for glucose, blood, dehydration, protein, etc.

Who Must Be Tested?

Per the US Department of Transportation, "All CDL drivers operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) (greater than 26,000 GVWR, or transporting more than 16 passengers, including the driver or placarded hazardous materials) on public roadways must be DOT drug and alcohol tested. This applies to any driver required to possess a CDL."

DRUG TESTING

DOT Special Requirements for Drug Testing

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has special requirements for drug testing. DOT drug tests can be performed for many reasons:

They can be performed randomly.
When an employer has reasonable suspicion that an employee is intoxicated.
For a new employment.
After an accident.

DOT drug testing is different from regular drug tests. The DOT only uses urine drug testing. A very thorough testing process is required, so results usually take longer to process compared to other drug testing methods. Normally results are given within 24-48 hours.

The urine drug testing will test for marijuana, cocaine, phencyclidine, amphetamines and methamphetamine, and opiates.

Once you have completed your DOT Drug Test the laboratory will report the analysis to a MRO (Medical Review Officer). If the results are positive, the MRO will contact the driver to determine if there were circumstances that would explain the positive result. If there are none, the MRO reports a positive result to the employer.

We can deliver DOT breathalyzer tests for your drivers!

DOT alcohol testing is an important part of the transportation industry. Keeping the roads safe and ensuring drivers are drug-free and alcohol-free is essential for a safe and efficient transportation system.

With the DOT testing requirements, employers must adhere to specific protocols and regulations when it comes to drug testing and alcohol testing.

When it comes to the actual testing process, employers must ensure that their drug testing program is compliant with DOT regulations. Employers must use certified laboratories and approved drug testing methods. They must also ensure that all test results are reported to the Department of Transportation and that all employees are properly trained on drug and alcohol testing procedures.

DOT ALCOHOL TESTING

A non-DOT physical test determines work performance capability or assesses workers' readiness to return to work. It does not include a Medical Card for driving.

NON-DOT PHYSICALS

Hair will be cut from some part of your body: 1 - 1/2 inch in length from the nape of your neck and about the circumference of a cigarette. The specimen is sent to a laboratory for results.

HAIR ANALYSIS

We also provide DNA Paternity Testing. Our testing services use advanced DNA analysis techniques to provide conclusive results, ensuring confidentiality and sensitivity throughout the process.

DNA PATERNITY TESTING

We provide services for DOT that include employee background checks, clearinghouse setup, and consortium set up to keep up with compliances and regulations. For clearinghouse setup and maintenance, background checks and drug testing are required.