Failed a Pre-Employment DOT Drug Test? What Truck Drivers Need to Know [2026]
Failing a pre-employment DOT drug test can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to keep you from pursuing your career as a CDL driver. To get back on the road, you must complete the return-to-duty (RTD) process with the help of a DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Here’s what happens after you fail a pre-employment […]
DOT Follow-Up Drug Testing: What Truck Drivers Need to Know in 2026
After you’ve violated the DOT’s drug and alcohol rules and have completed your SAP evaluation and treatment recommendations, you must complete follow-up testing after you return to work. As a DOT-qualified SAP, American River Wellness creates follow-up testing programs for CDL drivers and other safety-sensitive workers who have completed our SAP process and are returning […]
What is a 5-Panel Drug Test? What Truck Drivers Need to Know
A failed 5-panel drug test can put your CDL at risk, but it doesn’t have to end your driving career. At American River Wellness, we’ve spent years helping drivers get back on the road after failing a DOT drug test. We know this process inside and out, and we’re here to walk you through it. […]
DOT vs Non-DOT Drug Tests: What are the Differences?
DOT and non-DOT drug tests are not the same, and knowing the difference matters for your job and compliance requirements. DOT tests are federally regulated for safety-sensitive employees, while non-DOT tests are created and enforced by individual employers. This guide breaks down what each test includes, who is tested, and what happens if you fail […]
What are the DOT Random Drug Testing Time Limits? A Guide for Drivers (2026)
As a safety-sensitive worker, you must follow DOT drug and alcohol rules, including strict time limits for random tests, since missing or refusing counts the same as a test failure. American River Wellness has years of experience helping CDL drivers who miss or fail a test complete the SAP process and return to work quickly […]
Does CBD Show Up on a DOT Drug Test? What Truck Drivers Need to Know
While related to marijuana, cannabidiol (CBD) is supposed to contain less than 0.3% THC, the psychoactive substance in marijuana that makes users feel high. However, while CBD isn’t illegal, using it as a truck driver could cause you to test positive on a DOT drug test. This guide explains why CBD can trigger a positive […]
What Happens If You Refuse a DOT Drug Test?
DOT test refusals are treated the same as failures in most cases. While some differences exist for pre-employment DOT drug test refusals vs. others, refusing a test can interfere with your career and subject you to the DOT return-to-duty process. But what counts as a refusal? Here’s what to know about refusals and their consequences […]
What Happens if You Fail a DOT Drug Test Twice?
If you fail a DOT drug test, you must complete several steps before returning to work. But what happens if you fail a DOT drug test twice? At American River Wellness, we have years of experience helping people get back on the road. In this guide, we explain what happens after a second failed DOT […]