Substance Abuse Professional DOT
SAP-DOT PROGRAM
(see below for Return to duty process diagram)
If an employee should have a positive drug test, with a Drug Free Workplace program in place, companies have a substance abuse program that is both cost effective and a significant substance abuse intervention. The employee will be provided a comprehensive assessment to determine the extent of the substance abuse and will be offered a clear contractual obligation for intervention and structured treatment that holds the employee responsible for change.
SAP-DOT (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and
aftercare.
As a SAP you are advocate for neither the employer nor the employee. Your function is to protect the public interest in safety by professionally evaluating the employee and recommending appropriate
education and/or treatment, follow-up tests, and aftercare.
SAPs meet the guidelines of the
Department of Transportation (DOT) regulation 49 CFR Part 40
and follow the procedures for conducting workplace drug and alcohol testing for the federally regulated Transportation Industry.
- Our services includes Initial Evaluation In-depth Psycho-Social History, clinical assessment and treatment recommendations.
- Referrals take into account severity of need, work schedule, location and cost.
- Tracking follows employees through treatment to ensure compliance, and reports progress to the employer.
- Follow-Up Evaluation to determine if the employee has complied with the Substance Abuse Professional's recommendations. Follow-up testing and an after-care plan may be scheduled at this
point.
Issues Addressed: - Compliance with State and Federal Regulations
- Getting help for those who need it
- Maintaining public safety
- Improved production and morale
- Reducing losses due to inefficiency and theft
- Continued employment, thereby avoiding re-hire and training costs
- Lower healthcare costs
- Reducing risks of litigation and lawsuits
Forms Required
Client Information
Client Rights DOT
Client Release of Information
Client Medical Questionnaire
HIPPA form
SAP Letter 1
SAP Letter 2
Follow up Testing Plan
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