What to Expect During a Telehealth Visit for DOT SAP Evaluation
Telehealth has changed how we approach healthcare. Telehealth services offer a convenient and accessible option for services like DOT SAP evaluations that once required in-person visits. If you’ve failed a drug or alcohol test, you may be wondering what a telehealth visit for DOT SAP evaluation entails. Here, we’ll cover everything you need to know […]
How Sobriety Support Groups Can Help You Stay on Track
Getting sober is the first step on your journey, but maintaining sobriety can be a challenge that feels overwhelming. For most people, staying sober isn’t simply about willpower, it’s about finding the right support system. One place to find this support is through like-minded individuals who understand the process of recovery – a sobriety support […]
The Convenience of Telehealth for SAP Evaluations
A Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluation is an assessment conducted to determine an individual’s need for substance abuse treatment and their readiness for return to safety-sensitive work positions. Traditionally, SAP evaluations required in-person visits, but they can be time consuming and cumbersome. However, the introduction of telehealth consulting offers a flexible, modern alternative. Here’s why […]
How to Get Your CDL Back After a Failed Drug Test
Failing a drug test can literally slam the brakes on any professional driver’s career. But there is a way to get your commercial driver’s license back. The key is to follow some key steps in the return to duty process. In this blog post, we’ll help guide you through the process so you can get […]
When is Return to Duty Testing Required for Employees?
The return to duty testing process can be confusing when you try to navigate it alone. Thankfully, we’ve put together this helpful guide so you can better understand how to properly follow it. Read on to discover how to key insights about the DOT follow-up drug testing procedures. What is the Return to Duty Process? […]
5 Common Myths About DOT Drug and Alcohol Screening Debunked
Drug and alcohol screening is crucial to ensuring workplace safety, especially for positions regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Despite its importance, here’s a lot of misinformation about DOT drug and alcohol screening. This blog will debunk five common myths and provide clear, accurate information about the screening process. Myth 1: Drug Tests Do […]
FMCSA Clearinghouse Downgrade:
How to Prepare for the FMCSA Clearinghouse Downgrade What is going to happen with the November 18th 2024 FMCSA Clearinghouse downgrade? Many people in the trucking industry that have experienced a drug or alcohol testing violation have concerns around the CDL downgrade that occurs on November 18th 2024. This video addresses the issue, what it […]
7 Ways to Prepare for Your SAP Evaluation
For commercial drivers, there is nothing more unsettling than a substance abuse violation. It kicks off many automatic processes by your employer and the Department of Transportation (DOT). It creates tension between you and your employer. But more than anything, it puts your livelihood at risk. The good news is the DOT’s mandated Substance Abuse […]
What to Do After a Failed Drug Test?
If you have failed your return to duty drug test, you are probably wondering what happens next. This can be a confusing time for many professional truck drivers. The reality is there is a set process that happens following a failed drug test. This is set by the United States Department of Transportation (DOT). It […]
How American River Wellness Can Help You Get Back to Work
When you experience a substance abuse violation, the Department of Transportation (DOT) removal from service can be jarring. But many professional CDL drivers can take comfort in knowing there is hope. The DOT return to service process is clear and relatively straightforward to follow. But the key is following every step to the letter. Follow […]