If you have violated a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug or alcohol regulation, completing an evaluation with a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is the first step in the federally required return-to-duty process.
Next Step Consultations provides comprehensive SAP assessments, individualized education and/or treatment recommendations, follow-up evaluations, and guidance through the SAP process.
A DOT violation can feel overwhelming, but the process itself has a defined purpose and structure. We’ll make sure you understand what is required, what comes next, and what you need to do to move forward.
A DOT SAP Assessment is a comprehensive evaluation completed by a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) after an employee violates a Department of Transportation drug or alcohol regulation.
The SAP evaluates the individual’s substance use history, current circumstances, and relevant biological, psychological, and social factors to determine what education and/or treatment is appropriate.
Following the assessment, the SAP provides an individualized recommendation for education and/or treatment based on the individual’s needs.
DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations cover safety-sensitive employees throughout the transportation industry.
Depending on your position and employer, you may be regulated by one of the following agencies:
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Regulated motor carriers and commercial drivers including truck, bus, and other commercial vehicle operators. Subject to the FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Federal Aviation Administration
Covers certain safety-sensitive employees in the aviation industry including pilots, mechanics, air traffic controllers, flight attendants, dispatchers, and more.
Federal Railroad Administration
Covers certain safety-sensitive railroad employees such as engineers, conductors, dispatchers, and signal employees.