Drug and alcohol assessments help evaluate drug or alcohol misuse. They determine whether you’ve used drugs or alcohol over a certain period of time, and if you have a substance abuse problem. Sometimes drug and alcohol evaluations are required by prospective employers, other times they’re mandated by the court after a DUI or other unlawful act involving drugs or alcohol. Attorneys will sometimes use drug and alcohol assessments with claimants or defendants to support a case. Addiction treatment centers may use drug and alcohol evaluations to help determine what level of care you need.
A drug or alcohol assessment generally takes between 60 to 90 minutes. A certified addiction specialist will walk you through each step. The process typically includes:
- Screening
- Assessment
- Follow-up
- Referral services
SAP DOT Evaluations,Education and Referrals
The Department of Transportation (DOT) regulation — 49 CFR – Part 40 — defines the Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) as a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare. In order to be a SAP, you need to have certain credentials, possess specific knowledge, receive training, and achieve a passing score on an examination. There is also a continuing education requirement.
The SAP is not an advocate for the employer or the employee. The SAP’s primary and ONLY function is to protect the public interest of safety by professionally performing specific DOT mandated “Return to Duty” functions.
Dealing with a DOT Violation After a Positive Drug Test?
Are you a CDL holder, transportation specialist, or another individual in a safety-sensitive role facing a DOT violation, such as refusing or failing a drug test?
Dealing with unresolved issues can be demoralizing and stressful, especially when they threaten your career. It’s important to understand the seriousness of the violation, as it can have significant consequences. Our DOT SAP evaluation services are designed to guide you through this challenging process and help you find effective solutions. You don’t have to navigate this situation alone; we are here to support you every step of the way. You can communicate openly with our SAP Advisor throughout the process, as transparency is key to rebuilding trust.
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