Drug and Alcohol Testing Q&A - 2006

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What do MROs do differently for non-DOT tests?

From: Dr. Akhtar
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Date: 17 Oct 2006
Time: 14:52:23 -0700
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I am wondering what other MRO's do differently for non-DOT drug test reviews (as opposed to DOT).  I, for example, do not require that workers with positive non-DOT drug tests be removed from safety sensitive positions.  I also require only 5 days for a non-contact positive instead of ten days.  These positions are, I believe, in line with older DOT guidelines and are preferred by employers.  I'd also like feedback regarding the legal pitfalls of deviating from the DOT rules for non-DOT test reviews.  I practice in Illinois where work-site drug testing is not mandatory.  Thank you.