Are DOT employers required to perform Pre-employment alcohol test on a prospective employee under the DOT rules?
No. But an employer may conduct preemployment alcohol tests (unless under US Coast Guard or RSPA rules) under DOT authority if the following conditions are met: Testing is accomplished for all applicants, the testing must occur after the employee has been told s/he has the job if the test is passed, and the testing must comply with DOT Part 40.
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