FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Compliance | DOT Testing for CDL Employers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires all CDL employers to comply with 49 CFR Part 382 (Controlled Substances and Alcohol Testing) and 49 CFR Part 40 (Testing Procedures). These rules establish the mandatory drug and alcohol testing requirements for drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) operating in the United States.
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Every motor carrier, from single owner-operators to the largest fleets, must maintain a compliant program. This includes:
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A written DOT drug & alcohol policy
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Pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing
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Use of certified laboratories with review of all results by a licensed and certified Medical Review Officer.
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Supervisor reasonable suspicion training
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FMCSA Clearinghouse queries and reporting
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Accurate recordkeeping for DOT audits
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Want the detailed breakdown requirements under 49 CFR Part 382 and Part 40? See FMCSA 49 CFR Part 382 Compliance – Drug & Alcohol Testing Requirements for rules and testing standards.
Why Choose ASAP Programs for FMCSA Compliance
Most providers offer piece-meal solutions. ASAP Programs delivers an all-in-one compliance platform, making it simple to manage every FMCSA requirement in one secure system.
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Policy & Training
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DOT-compliant written drug & alcohol policy and Employer Guidebook
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Integrated Supervisor reasonable suspicion training course (60 min alcohol + 60 min drugs)
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Employee education courses
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Testing & Lab Services
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Nationwide collection site network with electronic chain of custody (eCCF)
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Certified laboratories with MRO review of all results
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Automated drug & alcohol testing delivery with real time status updates
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Technology & Driver Management
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Applicant360 platform for managing compliance
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RPM - Random pool administration with automated selection notices​
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DART - Direct Applicant Registration for Testing
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Applicant Invite - Simplify Your Hiring with our CDL New Hire Package
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Secure electronic Driver Qualification (DQ) files
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DOT physical exam tracking and reminders
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Compliance & Reporting
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FMCSA Clearinghouse queries and violation reporting
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Background check services (MVRs, DOT employment verifications, PSP, CDLIS, and more)
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Full audit support with secure, retrievable recordkeeping
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With ASAP Programs, your fleet gets a full FMCSA compliance solution, which includes enrollment into a DOT drug testing consortium, random testing, DQ files, FMCSA Clearinghouse Queries, and more, all in one secure platform.
Ready to Simplify FMCSA Compliance?
ASAP Programs has been a trusted provider of DOT drug and alcohol compliance solutions for over 22 years. Our turnkey programs support trucking companies nationwide from large logistics fleets to small owner-operators.
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We handle everything for you: policy development, random pool management, driver selections, MRO review, Clearinghouse reporting, background checks, DOT physicals, and electronic driver qualification (DQ) files all in one streamlined system.
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Contact ASAP Programs today to simplify compliance, avoid costly penalties, and keep your fleet on the road with confidence.
Simplify Your Hiring with our CDL New Hire Package and Applicant Invites!
Utilize Applicant360's Applicant Invite to significantly minimize the amount of effort and time required to hire a new candidate. Simply type the driver's name and email address into the fields provided and click send! Your candidate/driver will be emailed a secure link to complete all relevant information and sign any needed authorization and consent paperwork. Once everything has been finished and is ready for your review, an email will be generated and forwarded to you. Utilize our "CDL New Hire Package" to expedite the processing of all DOT-required checks.
CDL New Hire Package Includes:
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Auto Register Pre-Employment DOT Drug Test
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Motor Vehicle Records Report
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FMCSA Clearinghouse Queries
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DOT Previous Employer Inquiries
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CDLIS Report (Optional)
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PSP Report (Optional)
We would appreciate the opportunity to put our combined 45 years of experience to work for you, assisting you in planning, executing, and maintaining your DOT-compliant program with one-stop convenience. Please do not hesitate to contact us for additional information or to seek a quote for our services.
Last updated: August 2025