DOT Drugs & Alcohol Testing: What Employees Need to Know - SS17041AE (27 Min.)

You may have many questions about DOT Drug and Alcohol testing. This video answers them.
Who is subject to DOT testing?
Why are safety-sensitive employees tested?
What information must employers provide when I first begin performing DOT safety-sensitive functions ?
What conduct is prohibited by the regulations?
What drugs does DOT test for?
Can I use prescribed medications & Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and perform safety-sensitive functions?
When will I be tested?
How is a urine drug test administered?
What are Medical Review Officers (MROs)?
If I disclose my prescribed medication use/medical information to the MRO during my interview, will the MRO report that information to a third party?
How is an alcohol test administered?
Should I refuse a test if I believe I was unfairly selected for testing?
What is considered a refusal to test?
What happens if I test positive, refuse a test, or violate an agency-specific drug & alcohol rule?
What are Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs)?
How do I find a SAP?
Will I lose my job if I violate drug & alcohol regulations?
Will my results be confidential?
Will the results follow me to different employers?
What should I do if I have a drug or alcohol abuse problem?