Drug and alcohol compliance remains a critical responsibility for motor carriers, with increased enforcement focus on proper reasonable suspicion determinations and accurate Clearinghouse reporting. This session will examine employer obligations under FMCSA drug and alcohol regulations, including supervisor training requirements, documentation standards, and the steps required when reasonable suspicion arises.
Speaker Dave Zander will provide practical guidance on navigating the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse, covering pre-employment queries, annual checks, reporting requirements, and common compliance pitfalls. The discussion will also address how Clearinghouse violations impact hiring decisions, return-to-duty processes, and ongoing compliance.
Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of regulatory expectations and actionable strategies to strengthen compliance programs, reduce risk, and protect their organizations from costly violations.