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A designated employer representative (DER) handles the administration of a motor carrier’s drug and alcohol testing program, including communications between the motor carrier, service providers, and drivers.
These requirements apply to a motor carrier that operates a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) requiring the driver to possess a commercial driver’s license (CDL) in interstate, intrastate, or foreign commerce.
A DER is authorized to:
The DER must be an employee. Service agents cannot serve as DERs.