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A substance abuse professional (SAP) is defined as “a person who evaluates employees who have violated Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol regulations and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing and aftercare.” An individual must have certain credentials, knowledge, and training to act as a SAP.

They must be a:

  • Licensed physician (Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy);
  • Licensed or certified social worker;
  • Licensed or certified psychologist;
  • Licensed or certified employee assistance professional;
  • State-licensed or certified marriage and family therapist; or
  • Drug and alcohol counselor certified by an organization listed at https://www.transportation.gov/odapc/sap.

A SAP must have knowledge and clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of alcohol and controlled substances-related disorders. They must also know the Part 40 regulations, other applicable DOT agency regulations, and the DOT’s SAP Guidelines.

['Drug and Alcohol Testing - DOT']
['Drug testing - Motor Carrier', 'Substance abuse professional (SAP) - Motor Carrier', 'Alcohol testing - Motor Carrier']
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