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DOT and Non-DOT SAP Services for the following Industries: 

FMCSA — trucking & commercial drivers

FAA — aviation personnel

FRA — railroad employees

FTA — transit authority drivers

PHMSA — construction, pipeline & hazardous materials workers

USCG — Coast Guard personnel

DISA—  Workplace compliance risk management

 You MUST enter the Non-DOT or DOT SAP Program if you:

• Failed a DOT drug test (positive)
• Failed a DOT alcohol test (BAC ≥ 0.04)
• Refused a DOT drug or alcohol test
• Tampered with a sample
• Possessed or used a controlled substance at work
• Did not complete a required drug test
• Violated an employer's DOT-mandated drug/alcohol policy

The SAP program applies to the following workers:

CDL Drivers
Owner-Operators
Bus & transit drivers

Airline personnel
Warehouse workers under DOT
Pipeline and Hazmat workers
Railroad employees

What is the DOT SAP Evaluation and Return to Duty Process

 DOT is the Federal Department of Transportation requirement to complete the SAP Program, and Non-DOT is a carrier company's mandated requirement to complete the SAP Program. 

If you have been informed by your employer to complete the mandated SAP program, the information below is the reason for this mandate: 

If a driver or employee fails a drug test, refuses a test, or receives a violation, they are immediately removed from safety-sensitive duties and must:

1. Meet with a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP)
2. Complete the SAP's recommended education or treatment
3. Take a Return-to-Duty (RTD) drug test
4. Complete follow-up testing for a minimum of 12 months and maximum of  5 years
5. They Violation can stay on an employee records for up to 5 years. 

What is a Substance Abuse Professional Program?

The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) program is a federally regulated process that applies to safety-sensitive employees, including commercial drivers, who have violated DOT drug and alcohol regulations. The program ensures that these individuals receive proper evaluation, treatment, and education before they can return to duty. The DOT SAP evaluations are mandatory for drivers who violate drug or alcohol policies, and the return-to-duty process involves several regulated steps to ensure safety and compliance.          

Steps in the Return-to-Duty Process

Violation Recorded: When a driver fails a drug or alcohol test, the violation is reported, and the driver is immediately removed from safety-sensitive duties. 

SAP Evaluation: The driver must undergo an evaluation by a certified SAP. This evaluation can be conducted in person or via telehealth, depending on the provider's certification. The SAP assesses the driver's substance use and recommends a treatment or education plan if necessary. 

Treatment or Education: Based on the SAP's recommendations, the driver must complete the prescribed treatment or education program. This step is crucial for ensuring the driver is fit to return to duty. 

Follow-Up Evaluation: After completing the treatment, the driver returns to the SAP for a follow-up evaluation. The SAP will determine if the driver is ready to return to safety-sensitive duties. 

Return-to-Duty Test: The driver must pass a return-to-duty drug and alcohol test. Only after passing this test can the driver resume safety-sensitive functions. 

Follow-Up Testing: The driver will be subject to a minimum of six follow-up tests over the next 12 months to ensure ongoing compliance.