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Alternate Drivers and Random Testing: Can an alternate driver be selected for a DOT random test if the driver originally selected is not able to be tested during the selection period?

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FMCSA-D&A-382.305-FAQ001 tmw.docx (27.74 KB)

Provides guidance in the use of alternates to comply with the random testing selections.

Question

Alternate Drivers and Random Testing: Can an alternate driver be selected for a DOT random test if the driver originally selected is not able to be tested during the selection period?

Answer

Yes, however, the selection of an alternate driver for random testing is only permissible if the primary driver selected will not be available for testing for the entire selection period because of long-term absence due to layoff, illness, injury, vacation or other circumstances.  Please see [§382.305, Question 18.

Regulatory Topic: Provides guidance in the use of alternates to comply with the random testing selections.
Effective Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Issued Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2015