• Failure to report for testing within one (1) hour of notification may lead to disciplinary action pending an investigation.
• Employees involved in accidents who fail to submit to post-accident testing are presumed to have refused and are barred from driving until investigated.

4. Absence During Random Testing

• Employees on approved leave or layoff must undergo testing upon returning to work.

Test Results

Results are sent from the testing facility to Human Resources (HR), then communicated in writing to the employee by their supervisor or department head.

1. Negative Results

• Employees may continue safety-sensitive functions. Applicants remain eligible for CDL-required positions.

2. Positive Results

• Employees are referred to the Employee Assistance Program and may face discipline, up to termination. Applicants are disqualified from CDL-required roles.

3. Confidentiality

• Results are handled confidentially. The MRO may discuss positive controlled substance results with the employee to assess prescription drug use. Split-sample testing is available as per federal rules.

4. Record Retention

• Records pertaining to negative results are retained for one (1) year.
• Records pertaining to collection processes and trainings are retained for two (2) years.
• Records pertaining to positive results, refusals, alcohol tests with results greater than or equal to 0.02, evaluations, referrals, and equipment calibration are retained for five (5) years.

Sanctions for Violations

1. Alcohol Violations (per 49 CFR 383.51)

• .02 to < 0.04: Employee barred from safety-sensitive functions for at least 24 hours or until the next duty period, whichever is greater. If involved in a fatal accident, the employee is barred from driving for one (1) year.
• ≥ 0.04: Employee barred from driving for 60 consecutive days.