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Can Canadian and Mexican substance abuse professionals (SAPs) report the date of initial SAP assessment and date the driver is eligible for return-to-duty (RTD) testing?

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Guidance on Canadian and Mexican SAP Reporting to the Clearinghouse

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Can Canadian and Mexican substance abuse professionals (SAPs) report the date of initial SAP assessment and date the driver is eligible for return-to-duty (RTD) testing?

Guidance: 

Yes, if the SAP meets the requirements under § 40.281.

Regulatory Topic: Guidance on Canadian and Mexican SAP Reporting to the Clearinghouse
Effective Date: Monday, July 22, 2019
Issued Date: Monday, July 22, 2019