Random Drug Testing Pool for CDL Drivers

What is a random drug testing pool?

A random testing pool is a group of CDL drivers from which a third-party administrator pulls names at random for drug and alcohol testing. The selection process must be truly random and based on FMCSA's minimum annual rates.

Who needs to be in a random pool?

Any driver who operates a commercial motor vehicle requiring a CDL must be in a random pool. That includes company drivers and owner-operators. Drivers are typically placed in their employer's pool, while owner-operators with their own authority join a consortium.

Owner-operators and consortium pools

Because a pool of one cannot generate a valid random selection, owner-operators must join a consortium. Our owner-operator program places you in a compliant pool the same day.

How random selections work

• The C/TPA generates random selections throughout the year
• Selected drivers receive a notification with collection site info
• You report to the clinic and complete the DOT urine collection
• Results are sent to the designated Medical Review Officer (MRO)
• The MRO releases the result to the employer or C/TPA

What happens if you are selected

Report to the collection site as soon as you can after being notified. Bring a government-issued photo ID. The collection is a standard 5-panel DOT urine test (and breath alcohol if applicable). Most drivers are in and out within 30 minutes.

What happens if you miss or refuse a test

A missed or refused test is treated as a positive result. The violation goes on your FMCSA Clearinghouse record and you cannot operate a commercial motor vehicle until you complete the return-to-duty process with a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP).

Get enrolled

Submit the form below and we'll place you in a compliant random pool right away.