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DOT DRUG TESTING

Intoxication-related accidents can be avoided entirely by our responsible actions. A drug test that the government regulates, the Department of Transportation (DOT), is called a DOT Drug Test. It is designed with the need for a drug- and alcohol-free transportation industry and is mandatory under applicable state and federal laws. Southwest Urgent Care is providing you with a DOT drug testing facility in compliance with federal laws. Call now for more information.

Who Needs to Take a DOT Drug Test?

The DOT requires drug and alcohol testing of all employees classified as “safety-sensitive” according to its standards. It includes anyone with a job that has the potential to jeopardize both their own and the public’s safety. Commercial vehicle drivers, emergency responders, locomotive engineers, and dispatchers are at the top of the list.

When is a DOT drug test required?

Commercial drivers have to go through DOT drug testing biannually after or as part of a DOT physical, but they may be ordered by the employer randomly. DOT drug tests can also be administered for some other reasons, including employer rational suspicion, pre-employment, post-accident, or as part of a return-to-duty exam. Act responsibly! Walk into Southwest Urgent Care today for your DOT Drug Test and a clean chit!

What does a Texas DOT Drug Test consist of?

DOT requires a comprehensive testing process for the safety of society, the traveling public, and workers. The main elements of the drug test are urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing. A blood test may be called for if other health issues exist. DOT drug testing requires testing for five classes of drugs. They look for opiates, such as:

Morphine
Codeine
Methadone
Heroin
Amphetamines and Methamphetamines (Ecstasy, MDMA, Speed, etc.)

Coordination and judgment are severely impaired when someone drives under alcohol or drugs. It creates serious risks and threats to the lives of drivers as well as the public. DOT drug tests come in handy here and may save many lives! Southwest Urgent Care can assist you in managing your DOT Testing program, whether you are an individual or a company in need of drug testing services for your employees. Call now for more information or assistance.