DOT SAP & Return to Duty
SAP Evaluation Near Me: Finding a Qualified SAP in New York
Looking for a DOT SAP near you in New York? Virtual SAP evaluations reach you anywhere in the state, from NYC to Buffalo. Here is how to choose.
Pilots: SAP Evaluation vs. FAA Medical Clearance
For pilots and other FAA medical certificate holders, the SAP process and FAA medical clearance are separate. Here is how they fit together.
Follow-Up Testing After Return to Duty: What to Expect
After return to duty, DOT requires at least six unannounced follow-up tests in the first year, for up to five years. Here is how the plan works.
Marijuana and DOT Drug Tests: Legal in Your State, Still a Violation
State marijuana laws don’t change DOT drug testing. Learn why a positive THC result is a DOT violation, what about CBD, and what to do next.
Refused a DOT Drug Test? Why It Counts as a Violation
A DOT test refusal is treated the same as a failed test. Learn what counts as a refusal, what happens next and how the SAP process works.
What Happens at a SAP Evaluation (and What to Bring)
What to expect at your DOT SAP evaluation, the kinds of questions asked, what to bring and what happens next, explained by a DOT-qualified SAP.
Can You Do a DOT SAP Evaluation Online?
Yes, DOT allows SAP evaluations by real-time video when the SAP’s license permits it. Here are the rules, what to expect and how to prepare.
How Long Does the DOT SAP Process Take?
A realistic timeline for each DOT SAP step, from your first evaluation to return-to-duty testing, plus what speeds the process up and what slows it down.
How to Designate Your SAP in the FMCSA Clearinghouse
CDL drivers must designate their SAP in the FMCSA Clearinghouse before the SAP can report. Here is what that means and how it fits the return-to-duty steps.
CDL Downgrade After a Failed Drug Test: Clearinghouse II Explained
Since November 2024, states must downgrade the CDL of drivers with a prohibited Clearinghouse status. Here is how it works and how to get it back.
How Much Does a DOT SAP Evaluation Cost?
What a DOT SAP evaluation costs, what should be included in the fee, and the other return-to-duty costs to plan for. Our fee: $500 for all SAP services.
Failed a DOT Drug Test? What to Do in the First 48 Hours
Failed or refused a DOT drug or alcohol test? Here are the first steps to take in the next 48 hours to protect your career and start return to duty.