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FAQ
If a CDL driver is operating a commercial motor vehicle that is 10,001 – 26,000 pounds GVWR or GCWR with no hazardous materials and has an accident, is DOT post-accident testing required?
No. A DOT post-accident drug and alcohol test must be performed when conditions in Section 382.303 are met while operating a commercial motor vehicle as defined in 382.107. This definition requires a CDL. The fact that the driver holds a CDL and may even be under Part 382 on other days — when operating CDL vehicles at your facility — has no bearing in this situation.
['Drug and Alcohol Testing - DOT']
['Post-accident drug and alcohol testing - Motor Carrier']