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2025 DOT Random Testing Rates Employers and C/PTAs subject to more than one DOT Agency drug and alcohol testing rule may continue to combine covered employees into a single random selection pool. USCG covered employees may be combined with DOT covered employees in drug testing pools evenRead more →

2024 DOT Random Testing Rates Employers and C/PTAs subject to more than one DOT Agency drug and alcohol testing rule may continue to combine covered employees into a single random selection pool. USCG covered employees may be combined with DOT covered employees in drug testing pools evenRead more →

**Hours of Service (HOS) Rules**: CDL drivers must adhere to strict HOS rules, which limit the number of hours they can drive and work per day and week. This includes mandatory rest breaks to prevent fatigue-related accidents. **Vehicle Inspection Requirements**: Drivers must conduct pre-trip, in-route, and post-tripRead more →

For Employers: Compliance: Employers are required by law to ensure that their drivers are not prohibited from operating a commercial motor vehicle due to drug or alcohol violations. The Clearinghouse allows employers to quickly verify if a prospective or current driver has any violations that would disqualifyRead more →

The FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) has proposed changes aimed at speeding up the process for obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). This proposal is part of ongoing efforts to streamline the process and reduce the time it takes for new drivers to enter the workforce,Read more →