DOT (Department of Transportation)
Federal department overseeing all transportation modes in the United States, including regulations for commercial driver health and drug/alcohol testing.
Key Facts
- Oversees FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, and other agencies
- Drug/alcohol testing mandated under 49 CFR Part 40
- DOT testing uses a standardized 5-panel urine test
- Regulates safety across highways, aviation, rail, transit, and pipelines
The US Department of Transportation encompasses agencies like FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, and PHMSA, each regulating different transportation modes. In occupational health, "DOT" commonly refers to DOT-regulated drug and alcohol testing (49 CFR Part 40) and DOT physical examinations required for commercial motor vehicle operators. DOT testing uses a strict 5-panel urine drug test and follows chain-of-custody procedures through certified laboratories.
BlueHive Marketplace
Need DOT Physical Examination for your team?
Order from 20,000+ providers across all 50 states. BlueHive schedules the visit, coordinates the paperwork, and returns results to one dashboard.
Related Industries
Related Articles
6 regulatory updates across Drug Testing, DOT Physicals, OSHA — here is what changed and what employers need to know.
FMCSA Removes 10 Electronic Logging Devices From Registered List — Carriers Must Replace by September 8, 2026FMCSA removed 10 devices from its list of registered electronic logging devices for failing to meet the minimum requirements in 49 CFR Part 395, Appendix A to Subpart B: Ontime Logs iosix, LAST…
Compliance Roundup: June 20262 regulatory updates across DOT Physicals, OSHA — here is what changed and what employers need to know.
50
States Covered
Need This Service?
Find certified occupational health providers offering this service in your area. Over 20,000 locations nationwide.
Simplify Occupational Health
BlueHive manages occupational health services so you can focus on your workforce.