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Truck Driving by Lake

NEED RETURN-TO-DUTY TEST?

Return to Duty in Less Than  7 Days!

We Help CDL Drivers:

✔ Take Return-to-Duty Drug Test

✔ Clear FMCSA Prohibited Status

✔ Get back on the road fast

HOW THE FMCSA RETURN-TO-DUTY PROCESS WORKS

Before you begin:
✔ CDL/CLP holders must complete the process with a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) before working with our team.
✔ You must have a checkmark in Steps 1-4 in the FMCSA Clearinghouse before proceeding.
✔ We are NOT a SAP counseling service. We only assist with the Return-to-Duty drug test process.

FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO COMPLETE YOUR RETURN-TO-DUTY PROCESS

STEP 1

SUBMIT YOUR RETURN-TO-DUTY CONSENT FORM

STEP 2

SELECT YOUR PAYMENT OPTION

All sales are FINAL. Please do not submit payment until you have a checkmark in steps 1-4 in the Clearinghouse. 

Option 1: 

Option 2 – Payment Plan:

Final payment must be completed before scheduling your drug test.
We are not a SAP service. We only handle the Return-to-Duty drug testing process (Step 5).

STEP 3

SAP COMPLETION VERIFICATION

  • After payment, we will contact your SAP provider to obtain the necessary completion paperwork.
  • Additional Testing Fees: If your SAP requires a Breath Alcohol RTD test, there is an extra fee of $115.

STEP 4

FMCSA CLEARINGHOUSE  WALK-THRU

Within 2-3 hours, a team member will call you from (832) 572-5277 to walk you through the process of selecting us as your CTPA (Consortium Third-Party Administrator) in the Clearinghouse.
You will need:
✔ A separate email address (not already registered in the Clearinghouse)
✔ To purchase a Query Plan ($2.50 in the Clearinghouse)

STEP 5

FMCSA RETURN-TO-DUTY DRUG TEST

  • We will schedule your Return-to-Duty drug test at a certified FMCSA-approved lab in your area.

  • Observed Testing: The test will be supervised by a person of the same sex, as per DOT regulations.

  • Results: 3-5 business days for test results.

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  • You will not be scheduled for a drug test until your balance is paid in full.

STEP 6

FMCSA CLEARINGHOUSE UPDATE & STATUS CHANGE

  • We will update the FMCSA Clearinghouse with your negative drug test results.

  • Your status will change from "Prohibited" to "Not Prohibited" in the Clearinghouse.

  • We keep your records on file so that when you find a new truck driving job, we will send the necessary paperwork to your new employer to begin the Follow-Up Testing Plan.

OUR SERVICES – FMCSA COMPLIANCE & RETURN-TO-DUTY ASSISTANCE

HELPING CDL DRIVERS, TRUCKING COMPANIES & EMPLOYERS STAY COMPLIANT WITH FMCSA REGULATIONS

RETURN-TO-DUTY ASSISTANCE

We help CDL drivers complete Step 5 of the FMCSA Return-to-Duty process, removing prohibited status and reinstating their CDL quickly and legally.

SAP REFERRAL & SUPPORT

Get connected with DOT-approved Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs) to complete your required SAP evaluation and continue the return-to-duty process without delays.

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DOT DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING

​We provide FMCSA-compliant DOT drug and alcohol testing for CDL drivers and trucking companies to ensure compliance with federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

REAL DRIVER SUCCESS STORIES

REAL DRIVERS, REAL RESULTS - HOW WE HELPED THEM GET BACK TO WORK

CDL DRIVERS TRUST US TO HELP THEM NAVIGATE THE FMCSA RETURN-TO-DUTY PROCESS.
HERE'S WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – FMCSA RETURN-TO-DUTY PROCESS

GET ANSWERS ABOUT THE FMCSA RETURN-TO-DUTY PROCESS

THE FMCSA RETURN-TO-DUTY PROCESS CAN FELL OVERWHELMING,  BUT WE SIMPLIFY EVERY STEP. FIND ANSWERS TO THE MOST COMMON QUESTIONS:

WHAT IS THE RETURN-TO-DUTY (RTD) PROCESS?

The FMCSA Return-to-Duty process is a six-step procedure for CDL drivers who have had a drug or alcohol violation. This process must be completed to remove the FMCSA prohibited status and regain eligibility for safety-sensitive driving roles.

WHAT IS STEP 5, AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

Step 5 involves taking the FMCSA RTD drug test, which must return a negative result. Only then will a driver’s Clearinghouse status be updated from "Prohibited" to "Not Prohibited", allowing them to resume safety-sensitive duties.

WHAT STEPS DO I NEED TO TAKE TO GET OUT OF PROHIBITED STATUS?

✔ Designate a DOT-approved Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) in the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
✔ Complete SAP recommendations, which cover Steps 1-4 in the FMCSA Return-to-Duty Process.
✔ Take your FMCSA return-to-duty drug test (Step 5) with a C/TPA.
✔ Our team manages Step 5 and uploads your negative results to update your FMCSA Clearinghouse status.
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