DOT/Drug Testing Info

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DOT/Trucking Industry Information

Did You Know?

The DC can perform driver certification examinations in 48 out of 50 states (exceptions are Michigan and Washington).
Medical certification of the driver is mandated by the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) and MUST be performed, at a minimum, once every two years.
50% of all drivers must be randomly tested annually for illicit drug use (25% for alcohol)
The FMCSA estimates a need of greater than 50,000 CME's once the NRCME is enacted.

What is the NRCME?

The FMCSA National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME) program will require medical examiners receive training and pass a certification test before being listed on the Registry-- which would be available to Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) drivers and motor carriers to identify medical examiners authorized to conduct the CMV driver physical examination. The NRCME program will establish core curriculum specifications for training that addresses the range of knowledge, skills, and abilities required. The NRCME program is integral to FMCSA’s medical program and would be the only program to qualify and list certified medical examiners that perform the required physical examination of interstate commerce CMV drivers.

How big is the U.S. Trucking Industry?

The trucking companies, warehouses, and private sector in the United States employs an estimated 8.9 million people employed in trucking-related jobs; nearly 3.5 million are truck drivers..

How many trucking companies are there in the U.S.?

Estimates show that there are over 360,000 trucking companies currently operating in the United States. Of that figure, 96% operate 28 or fewer trucks while 82% operate 6 or fewer trucks. It is estimated that there are over 3.5 million truck drivers in the United States.

DRUG TESTING INFORMATION

Why You Should Become a Certified Urine Drug Collector

Performance of DOT Physicals and DOT Drug Tests go hand-in-hand-- Federal Law MANDATES that 50% of Truck Drivers be randomly tested each year.

Excellent source of passive income--non-medically trained staff members (C.A.'s, Secretary's, and Billing Personnel) can be trained as a certified specimen collectors.

Another CASH BASED SERVICE. No worrying about managed care, reimbursement rates, etc...

Non-DOT drug testing is becoming more and more prevalent in the pre-employment and random setting the the non-DOT world. With the proper technology and training, you can assist in the development and management of pre-employment, post accident, and random programs for client companies.

Drug Abuse/Testing Facts

Government studies show that 1 out of 6 employees has a drug problem;

Drug abusers, on average, cost employers $10,000 annually per employee;

Drug abusers are absent up to 16 times more often than non-drug abusers;

Drug abusers are 1/3 less productive workers;

Drug abusers request twice as much time off;

Drug abusers collect 5 times as much workers' compensation;

25% of the U.S. workforce uses drugs on a regular basis and are likely to use them on the job, or arrive "high"'

America consumes 60% of the world's drugs;

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimates the cost of drug abuse to American businesses at $150 Billion annually;

The National Safety Council estimates that 59% of the fatalities caused by vehicle accidents could have been prevented if those drivers were not under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Why Companies Should/Do Drug Test

Most states offer a reduction in Worker's Compensation rates for employers who adhere to a drug free workforce policy;

Results in increased productivity;

Increased employee morale;

Safer Work Environment;

Reduction in Healthcare Rates;

Reduced turnover and absenteeism;