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FAA DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING

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Stay in Compliance With Our FAA Drug Testing Consortium

Enroll in our FAA Drug testing Consortium

Affordable – Customized testing and consortium programs for companies of all sizes

Compliant – Our DOT compliance drug testing programs are designed and administered by our highly trained, certified compliance experts

Comprehensive – All types of drug and alcohol testing provided, including random, pre-employment, and post-accident testing, and audit support services included

Peace of Mind – National network of collection facilities and SAMHSA-certified laboratories with Medical Review Officers

Convenient – Secure reporting system provides easily accessible, certified test results

Customizable – Custom report packages tailored to your needs

Forward-Thinking – Supervisor and employee training provided online in a manner that is fully compliant with regulations

If you’re required to test your employees for drugs and alcohol under FAA regulations, you can benefit from taking part in an FAA drug testing consortium program. AZC Drug Testing is the leading, national provider of FAA drug testing consortium services. We offer a full testing, reporting, documentation, and training package that will keep your company and employees in compliance.

Are You Required to Test?

The parties that are required to test under FAA rules are outlined in the 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 120.1. All employers and employees are required to test if they perform safety-sensitive duties, such as the following:

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    Any certified or non-certified contractor (individual or entity) that performs safety-sensitive duties
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    All 14 CFR Part 145 certificate holders who perform safety-sensitive functions
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    All operators (air tour operators) as defined by 14 CFR § 91.147
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    All air traffic control facilities not operated by the FAA or by or under contract to the U.S. military
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    All certificate holders (air carriers and operators) under 14 CFR Part 119 that are authorized to operate under 14 CFR Part 121 or Part 135
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    All Part 145 repair facilities that perform safety-sensitive functions

It isn’t always easy to determine if a particular facility or employee falls under these regulations, as the rules are quite complex. When you partner with AZC Drug Testing, you can put our in-depth expertise to work for you. We’ll thoroughly review your company and employees to determine which of them is considered to perform safety-sensitive functions.

WHY CHOOSE AZC DRUG TESTING FOR YOUR FAA COMPLIANCE NEEDS?

When you partner with AZC Drug Testing for your FAA drug testing program or consortium needs, you can receive custom solutions designed specifically for your company’s needs. We handle everything so you can focus on moving your business forward without fear of liability. Beyond our comprehensive and customizable testing services, AZC Drug Testing delivers unparalleled expertise thanks to our decades of experience in the industry.

Testing Procedures

Random drug and alcohol testing is a crucial component of DOT regulations, and all random testing is included with our consortium fee. We apply a scientific, industry-accepted method for selecting random testing subjects, and we handle everything from collection to notifications to follow-ups. AZC Drug Testing also provides pre-employment and post-accident testing as required by DOT regulations. All drug screens are facilitated by our national network of collection sites, SAMHSA-certified laboratories, and Medical Review Officer (MRO) services. All certified results are delivered via our secure reporting system.

Reporting And Documentation

AZC Drug Testing provides all required semi-annual and annual drug testing summary reports as well as customized report packages for your company. Our program managers ensure that you receive all documentation your company needs for compliance. Additionally, AZC Drug Testing provides each of our FAA members with the required regulations poster for your facility.

Audit Support

Our consortium programs are well-regarded among federal auditors. We provide complete audit support services for your company as well as the peace of mind that comes from knowing your FAA drug test program will meet the standards of all DOT and FAA requirements. Our program managers have extensive experience working with DOT auditors across all modes of transportation.

Company Training

All DOT modes require company training and education programs on substance use and misuse. AZC Drug Testing offers online programs for supervisors (Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training) and employees (Employee Workplace Substance Abuse Training) that meet all FAA and DOT requirements and help you maintain a safe and productive work environment.
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Covered Modes of Transportation Under DOT Compliance

The modes of transportation that fall under DOT compliance requirements are as follows:

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Federal Aviation Administration

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Federal Railroad Administration

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Federal Motor Carrier
Safety Administration

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Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

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Federal Transit
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U.S Coast Guard

If your company is regulated by one of those modes, then you are required to be in compliance with all applicable DOT regulations. A friendly representative at AZC Drug Testing will help you understand exactly what you need to do to be in compliance, whether you’re the HR manager at a transportation company or an owner-operator.

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AZC Drug Testing: The Trusted Name for Nationwide FAA Drug Testing

For more than 30 years, AZC Drug Testing has been the leader in drug and alcohol testing. Beyond offering a nationwide network of collection sites, our knowledgeable team provides time-tested expertise, assuring employers that they are in full compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact us today if you have any questions about our FAA drug testing consortium.

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Who is required to participate in an FAA-mandated drug and alcohol testing program?

Under Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, all employees performing safety-sensitive aviation functions must be included in a compliant drug and alcohol testing program. This includes flight crew members, flight attendants, flight instructors, aircraft dispatchers, maintenance and preventive maintenance personnel, ground security coordinators, and air traffic controllers.

Watch & Learn: In Episode 10 of Talking the Whiz Quiz, our compliance experts break down pre-employment testing requirements across different DOT modes, highlighting how regulations differ for aviation safety-sensitive personnel

What types of drug and alcohol tests are required for FAA safety-sensitive employees?

FAA regulations mandate testing across several key stages throughout an employee’s tenure, including pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion/cause, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing. Every test must strictly adhere to Federal Custody and Control Form (CCF) procedures and undergo verification by a certified Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Watch & Learn: In Episode 7 of Talking the Whiz Quiz, Dr. Scott A. Krasner, MD, joins our compliance team to explain the critical role of a Medical Review Officer in reviewing laboratory results and verifying test validity.

How do aviation employers and contractors fulfill FAA random testing requirements?

FAA-regulated employers (including Part 121, 135, and 145 operators) and independent contractors must maintain an unannounced, scientifically random selection process for all safety-sensitive staff. Joining AZC Drug Testing’s Consortium/Third-Party Administrator (C/TPA) pool allows aviation businesses of any size to meet mandatory annual testing percentages effortlessly while staying audit-ready year-round.

In Episode 2 of Talking the Whiz Quiz, our compliance specialists explain how random selection pools operate and how enrolling in a C/TPA consortium keeps small crews and fleets fully compliant

What are the responsibilities of a Designated Employer Representative (DER) in FAA compliance?

A Designated Employer Representative (DER) is an employee authorized by the aviation employer to manage the drug and alcohol testing program. The DER receives official test results from the Medical Review Officer (MRO), takes immediate action to remove employees with positive results or refusals from safety-sensitive duties, and maintains confidential compliance records.

Watch & Learn: In Episode 3 of Talking the Whiz Quiz, our experts outline the primary duties of a DER, from managing MRO communications to fulfilling mandatory supervisor training requirements.

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AZC Drug Testing looks forward to working with you to help you protect your business by staying in full compliance with all drug testing regulations. Contact us today to take advantage of our expertise.

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