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

 

 Return to Duty Process 

FMCSA Clearinghouse Log In 

Substance Abuse Professional DOT

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.

SAP Services
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