Major organizations in industries such as transportation, government, and utilities rely on Care Plus Solutions’ Department of Transportation (DOT) Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Substance Abuse Expert (SAE) evaluations and services.
Our DOT/NRC Solutions offer a range of services to help employers comply with federal guidelines related to substance abuse in the workplace.
Employers are legally required to implement drug and alcohol testing programs for employees in safety-sensitive positions, as mandated by the DOT and NRC. 4
For every dollar spent on drug and alcohol testing, employers can save between $5 and $16 in reduced absenteeism, accidents, and turnover. 2
71% of substance abusers hold jobs and are more likely to cause accidents, make mistakes, or file workers’ compensation claims. 3
87% of companies experienced successful DOT audits after implementing a SAP program. 1
Drug and alcohol abuse can lead to decreased productivity and increased absenteeism. A SAP program can help employees overcome these issues and improve their work performance. 5
This list is not exhaustive.
Care Plus Solutions offers a comprehensive range of DOT/NRC Solutions designed to help companies and their employees stay compliant with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations. Our services include Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and Substance Abuse Expert (SAE) assessments, referrals to education and treatment, written reports to the employer per Federal guidelines including notices of compliance and non-compliance, return to duty protocol, case management, and follow-up for the period of time required by each respective Federal statute.
SAP and SAE assessments are an essential component of our DOT/NRC Solutions. Our qualified professionals are trained to provide thorough assessments of employees who have violated DOT or NRC regulations relating to drug or alcohol use. We work with employers to develop a customized plan of action for each employee, including referrals to education and treatment programs, as needed.
Our written reports to employers are designed to help them maintain compliance with Federal guidelines. We provide notices of compliance and non-compliance to ensure that employers are aware of any issues that may arise. Additionally, we provide case management and follow-up for the period of time required by each respective Federal statute to ensure that employees are making progress and remaining compliant.
Our return to duty protocol is designed to ensure that employees who have violated DOT or NRC regulations are able to return to work safely and successfully. We work closely with employees and their employers to develop a plan of action that includes ongoing monitoring and support to help employees remain compliant.
Care Plus Solutions also provides DOT training for supervisors, which is essential for maintaining compliance with DOT regulations. Our training programs are designed to help supervisors understand their responsibilities and to provide them with the tools and knowledge they need to manage their employees effectively.
Finally, we offer fitness for duty evaluations, which are designed to help employers determine whether an employee is fit to perform their job safely and effectively. Our evaluations are comprehensive and take into account a range of factors, including physical and mental health, job requirements, and the employee’s history.
Overall, Care Plus Solutions’ DOT/NRC Solutions are designed to help companies and their employees stay compliant with Federal regulations while ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone involved. Our comprehensive range of services, including SAP and SAE assessments, referrals to education and treatment, written reports to the employer, return to duty protocol, case management, follow-up, DOT training for supervisors, and fitness for duty evaluations, are all designed to help employers maintain compliance and to provide employees with the support and resources they need to succeed.
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“What is a SAP?,” Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (SAPAA), accessed March 10, 2023, https://www.sapaa.com/general/custom.asp?page=What_is_a_SAP.
“The Value of Drug Testing in the Workplace,” Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA), accessed March 10, 2023, https://www.datia.org/datia-publications/white-papers/item/181-the-value-of-drug-testing-in-the-workplace.html.
“Substance Abuse in the Workplace,” National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), accessed March 10, 2023, https://www.ncadd.org/about-addiction/addiction-update/substance-abuse-in-the-workplace.
“49 CFR Part 40 – Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs,” United States Department of Transportation (DOT), accessed March 10, 2023, https://www.transportation.gov/odapc/part40.
“Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA),” accessed March 10, 2023, https://www.samhsa.gov/workplace/toolkit/employee-health.
