'Back to Basics' for Service Agents

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.   The Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance (ODAPC) is introducing a short series of reminders called 'Back to Basics' for service agents (e.g., collectors, Medical Review Officers, etc.). Doing it right is important for protecting the safety of the traveling public, protecting the integrity of the testing process, and making sure that the process is fair to employees. 'Back to Basics' points out the more common issues we hear about regarding the drug and alcohol testing process. This is not a checklist for service agents but a reminder that your role is very important and crucial to the drug and alcohol testing process. We want to remind you to "Do it Right the First Time, and Every Time". We kick off the series with – The Urine Collector. To view 'Back to Basics' for urine collectors, visit https://www.transportation.gov/odapc/back_to_basics You are subscribed to DOT email updates. Subscriber Services: Manage Preferences Questions for DOT? Contact DOT STAY CONNECTED U.S. Department of Transportation | 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE | Washington DC 20590 | 855-368-4200

DOT Publishes Drug Testing Rule

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.   Today, May 2, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) published a final rule that, among other items, authorizes employers to use oral fluid drug testing as an alternative testing methodology to urine drug testing. The final rule also: harmonizes with pertinent section of the HHS oral fluid Mandatory Guidelines, clarifies certain Part 40 provisions that cover urine drug testing procedures, removes provisions that are no longer necessary, adds eight new definitions, clarifying language to definitions and web links, and updates provisions to address issues that have risen in recent years. To learn more about this final rule, view the rule at https://www.transportation.gov/odapc/frpubs. You are subscribed to DOT email updates. Subscriber Services: Manage Preferences Questions for DOT? Contact DOT STAY CONNECTED U.S. Department of Transportation | 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE | Washington DC 20590 | 855-368-4200