CONTROLLEDSUBSTANCESANDALCOHOLDRIVERSppt.ppt

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES AND ALCOHOL USE TESTING REGULATIONS FOR DRIVERS Overview This presentation is designed to educate drivers on FMCSA controlled substance and alcohol testing regulations in order to help prevent accidents and injuries resulting from the misuse of alcohol or the use of controlled substances by Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) drivers. Critical Information Employers are REQUIRED to check your job history. Not properly following the guidelines can result in: You not being allowed to work in the U.S. Termination of your current employment Lessening your chances for future employment Additional Information Attached to each slide of this presentation are specific notes which include where you can view detailed information. Your employer should be able to provide you with further information as well. Applicability Regulations apply to employers and drivers who operate CMVs in the U.S. and are subject to: Commercial driver’s license requirements Licencia Federal de Conductor requirements Commercial driver’s license requirements of the Canadian National Safety Code Prohibitions Alcohol Concentration On-duty use Pre-duty use Use following an accident Use of Controlled Substance If a controlled substance is used: Driver shall not report to or remain on duty Employer will not permit driver to perform safety sensitive functions Driver may be required to inform the employer of any therapeutic drug use Controlled Substance Testing If a driver tests positive for a controlled substance: Driver shall NOT report to duty, remain  on duty or perform safety sensitive  functions (including driving) Employer shall NOT permit driver to  perform safety sensitive functions  (including Driving) Immediate Removal From Duty Employer will immediately remove a driver from duty after receiving: Positive drug test results Verified adulterated or substituted drug test results Alcohol test greater than .04 Temporary Removal Employer will temporarily r