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Maritime & Boat Workers

USCG drug testing pools to join for: Captains, engineers, deck officers, seamen, mates, bosuns, stewards, fishermen, tug boat operators, cruise ships, fleets, vessel crews.

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Trucking & Motor Carriers

Consortiums for DOT jobs, CDL drivers, truckers, 18 wheelers, semi-truck owner-operators, tow truck operators, trucking fleets, delivery truck drivers, and bus drivers as required by the FMCSA.

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Aviation & Airline Workers

Random drug screening pool for aviation jobs: air tour operators, mechanics, air traffic controllers, stewards, pilots, and air traffic control facilities required by the FAA.

Basic Membership

$70

If you need a random drug testing pool to meet your federally mandated requirements to retain your working license or permit we have room for you.

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“We provide the path to staying in the good graces of the Federal & state regulatory agencies our clients & employer partners answer to, but it's their responsibility to follow it. ”

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- Our Dedicated Staff

What Is a Random Drug Test?

Navigating the maze of random drug testing can be daunting

Substance Abuse Consultants: Your Partner in Random Drug Testing

But fear not! Substance Abuse Consultants is here to help. With years of experience and a keen eye on regulations, we ensure your drug testing program is smooth, compliant, and effective.

Picture this: a magical hat filled with employee names, and each quarter, a few names are plucked out by a computerized random number generator. No one knows who’s next, and that’s the beauty! It’s like a lottery, but with more urine samples and fewer jackpots. There are two main types of random drug tests: DOT (Department of Transportation) compliant tests, US Coast Guard, non-DOT tests. Whether your company falls under DOT regulations or not, a solid random drug testing program can keep your workplace on the straight and narrow. Failing a DOT drug screen means a confirmation test by a medical review officer and a potential trip to the naughty list.

Random drug tests are like pop quizzes but for sobriety. Using computerized random number generators, a set percentage of employees is selected for testing each quarter. Urine tests are common, but oral fluid tests are also used. Results come back within 24 to 48 hours, and employers can then decide on the next steps based on the findings.

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Why Do Companies Have Random Drug Testing Programs?

  • Fewer accidents and injuries
  • Lower rates of drug and alcohol abuse
  • Improved workplace safety
  • Compliance with federal laws for DOT-regulated employers
  • Happier more productive employees
  • Lower turnover and sick leave rates
  • Reduced losses and liability risks

Best Practices for Implementing Random Drug Testing

  • Know the Laws: Start by understanding the federal and state laws that apply to your business.
  • Draft a Policy: Create a comprehensive policy covering selection methods testing substances and consequences for positive results.
  • Notify Employees: Inform employees about the program and get their consent.
  • Determine Testing Rates: Decide the percentage of employees to test each quarter.
  • Ensure Random Selection: Use a random number generator for fairness.
  • Choose a Reputable Provider: Pick a provider like Substance Abuse Consultants that knows the rules and delivers fast results.
  • Give Short Notice: Notify selected employees just before testing to keep the element of surprise.
  • Tailor to Your Needs: Customize your program based on your company’s requirements.
  • Document Everything: Keep thorough records to protect yourself in audits or lawsuits.
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Benefits

Your Objective Choices

Members of the Substance Abuse Consultants drug testing pool/consortium get peace of mind they are with an exceptionally experienced professionally managed, approved, certified, and accredited group with over 27 yrs experience in the occupational health field.

Experience

Over 27 years experience in the substance abuse, drug testing, and occupational health industry.

Certified

Not only do we manage the random drug testing pool for our employer clients, we also staff the medical review officers (MRO) to certify all lab results.

Affordable

With all of our expertise, technology, and professionals on our team we should probably charge more, but we do our best to make our memberships are fairly priced.