Drug & Alcohol Testing Enrollment

Real Support. Real People. Real Answers.

When it comes to DOT compliance, having the right support makes all the difference. With Dakota Group, you’re not left trying to figure it out on your own. Our U.S.-based specialists work directly with you to set up your drug and alcohol testing program correctly and are available when questions come up. Whether you need help understanding what applies to your operation or guidance through a specific situation, you’ll have a team you can reach when you need it.

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Drug & Alcohol Testing Support: (212) 540-5236

DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Without the Confusion

Managing DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements doesn’t have to be complicated. Dakota Group helps you get set up quickly and keeps you on track so you can focus on running your business, not second-guessing compliance.

Fast, simple enrollment
Access to 18,000+ testing locations nationwide
Ongoing support from real people who understand DOT compliance

Questions about your enrollment or requirements? Our team is here to help. (212) 540-5236

What Is a DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program?

If your operation employs CDL drivers who perform safety-sensitive functions, federal regulations require participation in a drug and alcohol testing program.

This includes:

Pre-employment drug testing
Random testing throughout the year
Post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing
Ongoing recordkeeping and compliance tracking
Return-to-duty and follow-up testing when required

These requirements are established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and apply to CDL drivers performing safety-sensitive functions.

Who Is Required to Enroll?

You are required to participate in a DOT-compliant drug and alcohol testing program if your drivers perform safety-sensitive functions that require a CDL (This includes owner-operators).

This applies if your drivers operate commercial motor vehicles that:

Have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more
Are designed to transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver)
Are used to transport hazardous materials requiring placarding

Holding a CDL alone does not automatically require enrollment in a drug and alcohol testing program. The requirement is based on the type of vehicle being operated and the work being performed, not just the driver’s license.

This Applies To:

Employers with CDL drivers operating qualifying vehicles
Owner-operators operating under their own authority
Companies with drivers performing safety-sensitive functions as defined by FMCSA

Not sure if these requirements apply to your operation?
Call (212) 540- 5236 and our team will help assess your requirements.