DOT Substance Abuse Professional
Safety-Sensitive Position Employees
Safety-Sensitive Position Employees
This applies when you are employed in a Department of Transportation or Nuclear Plant and have safety-sensitive position that falls under the:
FMCSA - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
FAA - Federal Aviation Administration
USCG - United States Coast Guard
FRA - Federal Railroad Administration
PHMSA - Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
FTA - Federal Transit Administration
Nuclear Regulatory Agency (NRA)
In order for you to be considered for return to any DOT safety-sensitive role in the transportation industry or be hired by a different DOT-covered employer you must successfully complete the DOT return-to-duty process. This will require the involvement of a DOT qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP).