What’s the difference between DOT and Non-Regulated drug tests?

Question

What’s the difference between DOT and Non-Regulated drug tests?

Answer

DOT (Regulated):

• Regulated by the Federal Government
• Strict Guidelines (DOT Rule, CFR Part 40 describes required procedures for conducting workplace drug and alcohol testing)
• Urine specimen only – cannot be altered
• DOT lab test (Standard 5 panel expanded for MDMA and 6-AM) – cannot be altered
• Alcohol testing may be required
• Under the DOT, each agency must conduct random drug screening on all employees working in a safety-sensitive position. Checkr does not offer random drug screening solutions natively in our app today, but has network partners you may leverage.

Non-Regulated:

• Not regulated by any federal government agency
• The customer has freedom to customize their drug screening program for any type of screen that suits your policy.
• Variety of specimens (urine, hair, saliva, blood)
• The Customer is able to select their panel