![]() The Employer must Immediately remove the employee from safety-sensitive.Once a positive test result is found, the following steps are required: Prior to an employee returning to duty for safety-sensitive functions, he/she must complete the return-to-duty process. However, the length of the follow-up testing program can be 12 months to 5 years, depending on the SAPs recommendation.Įach SAP program is based on the level of care assigned by the SAP and customized based on the employee’s need to ensure he/she remain drug-free upon returning to a safety sensitive duty. Like a DOT Pre-employment drug test, a clear Pre-employment Clearinghouse Query must be returned prior to performing any FMCSA covered safety sensitive duties.Ī query will be conducted either at the time of a verified DOT pre-employment drug test or if requested prior by the employer.Īll requested queries MUST have the consent completed prior to request.Īnyone that does not consent cannot be used in any FMCSA covered duties.ĭOT Safety sensitive employees must complete initial SAP examination fee, the education or treatment program, the DOT return-to-duty drug test, and the follow-up testing program. Signed consent forms will be kept available for audits. Sign a Consent Form provided by your employer.Ĭonsent form will cover a “blanket” of time from the pre-employment process and for the duration of employment. You will need your CDL (Commercial Driver's License) or CLP (Commercial Learner's Permit)ĭOT has provided PDF Instructions for registration to the FMCSA Clearinghouse.Ĭomplete the setup by reading the terms and conditions agreeing. The following instructions will provide instructions for complete setup of both. The FMCSA Clearinghouse (Site 1) requires a link to an existing FMCSA Portal (site 2) account. Prior to starting the process please note that an online account will be needed at two different FMCSA sites. Query plans may be purchased from the FMCSA Clearinghouse only.Employee checklist for FMCSA Clearinghouse setup Once registered, employers must log into their Clearinghouse accounts to purchase their query plan. This query plan enables employers, and their consortia/third-party administrators (C/TPAs), to conduct queries of driver Clearinghouse records. Purchasing a Query PlanĪll employers of CDL drivers (including owner-operators) must purchase a query plan in the Clearinghouse. Annual Queries Are Now Due Thru January 5 th, 20 Don’t Procrastinate. If you are not hiring drivers you are NOT in violation if you don’t have an open Clearinghouse account on January 6, 2020. A query must be run on potential new hires before they can begin operating in a safety sensitive function (driving). NOTE: Having a Clearinghouse account open by January 6 th is most critical for employers hiring drivers. On January 3, 2020, FMCSA acknowledged they are having IT issues with the FMCSA portal and members should follow the instructions below to complete Clearinghouse registration. HINT: When prompted in Step #13 to enter a US DOT number say “NO” otherwise you will once again be redirected to FMCSA’s Portal account page. ![]() FMCSA has published step-by-step instructions with pictures to help you complete registration without entering Portal Account information (see below). ![]() How do I register for the Clearinghouse? Download instructions to register as a:Ĭlick here to learn more about registration.ĭIFFICULTY CREATING CLEARINGHOUSE ACCOUNTĪs of January 2, 2020, many members are having trouble registering with the Clearinghouse and virtually all issues are related to the lack of knowledge about having a FMCSA Portal Account. Register today to ensure you are in compliance.
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