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FOR
EAP's -
The Department of
Transportation’s (DOT) rule, 49 CFR Part 40, describes required procedures for
conducting workplace drug and alcohol testing for the federally regulated
transportation industry. When an employee has violated a DOT drug and alcohol
regulation, they must be immediately removed from safety-sensitive functions and
cannot again perform any DOT covered safety-sensitive duties for any
employer until they complete a Return-JTo-Duty process. The first
step in this process is an evaluation by a qualified Substance Abuse
Professional (SAP). There are strict DOT
requirements that must be met in order for an individual to perform SAP
services. These cover four areas: credentials, knowledge, training and
examination. Evaluations performed by a non-qualified
SAP will not be accepted by the DOT and will delay the employee’s return to
performing safety-sensitive duties. In
addition, stiff fines may be imposed on an employer who uses a non-qualified SAP
in the Return-To-Duty process. Be assured that I have completely fulfilled all requirements to perform SAP services. To make a referral, call (970) 495-4852, email me or Click here for referral form Return-to-Duty
Process includes:* ·
Initial SAP Evaluation Consists
of face-to-face clinical interview, use of one or more standardized substance
abuse assessment tools, consultation with Medical Review Officer if appropriate,
recommendations for treatment and/or education, and a written initial report to
the Designated Employer Representative. ·
Referral Facilitation to
Treatment or Education Provider · Follow Up Consultation with
Treatment or Education Provider ·
Follow Up Compliance Evaluation Consists
of face-to-face interview with employee. May include standardized assessment
tool(s). ·
Compliance Report to Employer · Follow-Up Testing Schedule to Employer “When you need a S.A.P. you can trust…” Ø CONTACT:
Cynthia Fravel, LPC, CAC II, NCAC I *All services provided in compliance with 49 CFR Part 40 of the Department of Transportation Regulations.
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