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What Are the Testing Requirements for Truck Drivers?

For professional CDL drivers, strict adherence to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration substance restrictions is essential. However, if a truck driver is found in substance abuse violation, the next step is clear. The SAP program for truck drivers kicks in automatically.  The SAP for truck drivers is a requirement for any professional driver hoping to get back on the road. Drivers will be comforted to learn the program steps

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DOT Compliance Requirements for Trucking Companies in 2026: Your Complete Checklist

Staying DOT compliant keeps your trucking company legal, safe, and on the road. In 2026, updated FMCSA rules and stricter enforcement make compliance more important than ever. This guide covers what DOT compliance means, who it applies to, and how to keep your fleet audit-ready all year. What Does it Mean to be DOT Compliant? DOT compliance means following the safety, testing, and recordkeeping regulations established by the U.S. Department

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How Long is the Department of Transportation (DOT) Substance Abuse Professional Program

If you are a trucker or transportation worker and have experienced a DOT drug and alcohol testing violation, we understand your frustration. You are likely eager to get back on the road. Many professional CDL drivers’ income relies on their ability to drive. But the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Substance Abuse Professional Program is a formal process. It needs to be completed in a, step-by-step manner for drivers to get

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DOT Drug Test THC Cutoff Levels & Trucking School

What you need to know if you plan to begin trucking school, and you have consumed any cannabis recently. THC & Truck Driving School Requirements Many states now allow both recreational and medicinal consumption of cannabis for adults. This creates a lot of confusion for individuals that are, or will be subject to DOT drug testing. DOT cutoff levels for THC are 15ng (nanograms per milliliter). This is an exceptionally low level and

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Learn About the DOT SAP Program

If you hope to return to duty following a DOT drug and alcohol violation, you have a set process. You will need to follow a strict program. It is called the DOT’s Substance Abuse Professional program. After all, an SAP violation stays on your official record for five years after the violation. But what is the SAP program and how can you make sure you’re following it correctly? We will

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