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The DOT (Department of Transportation) requires companies employing individuals who hold commercial driver licenses (CDLs) to perform random, pre-employment, post accident, reasonable suspicion, and return to duty drug and alcohol tests.

Under CFR 49 Part 40, any individual who tests positive for drugs and/or alcohol must be referred to a qualified S.A.P. (Substance Abuse Professional) who will provide a comprehensive face-to-face assessment and clinical evaluation and recommend a course of treatment.

The S.A.P. process includes:

• 72 hour response time
• Face to face clinical assessment
• Referral for treatment and/or education (level determined by S.A.P.)
• S.A.P. monitoring of employee in treatment
• Face to face follow up clinical evaluation to determine if employee has complied
• Follow up testing schedule
• After care recommendations (as deemed necessary)
• Written reports sent to the employer's designated representative keeping them abreast of referrals, monitoring, and recommendations

Due to the DOT requirements, potential liabilities, and a variety of negative consequences surrounding substance abuse, it is a sound business decision to be linked with a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (S.A.P.). Regulations apply to: FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, USCG, and RSPA.

Jolie R. Giardino has a Master's Degree in social work from the University of Buffalo. She is certified by New York State. She has eight years experience working as a drug counselor, and is a qaulified Substance Abuse Professional, having been trained in compliance with the requirements of the DOT.

For S.A.P. referrals contact:
Jolie Giardino, Clinical Supervisor at 716-631-9212 ext 108, or j.giardino@lssofny.org.