TESTING FOR PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES. Analytical urine controlled substance testing and breath testing for alcohol will be conducted as required under Department of Transportation guidelines. All safety- sensitive employees shall be subject to testing prior to employment, randomly, for reasonable suspicion, and following an accident, as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines. In addition, all safety- sensitive employees will be tested prior to returning to duty after failing a controlled substance and/or alcohol test. Employees who have returned to duty will be subject to unannounced follow- up tests for up to five years, as determined by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Safety- sensitive employees who perform safety-sensitive functions as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines shall also be subject to testing on randomly selected, unannounced basis. Testing shall be conducted in a manner to assure a high degree of accuracy and reliability and using techniques, equipment, and laboratory facilities which have been approved by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHJ-IS). All testing will be conducted consistent with the procedures put forth in the Department of Transportation guidelines. The controlled substances that will be tested for include marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP). An initial controlled substance screen will be conducted on each specimen. For those specimens that are positive, a confirmatory Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) test will be performed. The test will be considered positive if the controlled substance levels present are above the minimum thresholds established in the Department of Transportation guidelines. Tests for alcohol concentration will be conducted utilizing an approved Evidential Breath Testing device (EBT) operated by a trained Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT). If the initial test indicated an alcohol concentration of 0.02 or greater, a confirmation test will be performed to confirm the result of the initial test. An employee who has a confirmed alcohol concentration of 0.02 but less than 0.04 will be removed from his/her position for at least twenty-four hours unless a retest results in an alcohol concentration less than
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding, Memorandum of Understanding
TESTING FOR PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES. Analytical urine controlled substance using drug testing and breath testing for alcohol will shall be conducted when circumstances warrant as required under Department of Transportation guidelinesby federal regulations. All safety- sensitive employees shall be subject to testing prior to employment, randomly, for reasonable suspicion, and following an accident, as defined in or upon return to duty from a substance abuse rehabilitation program. The employer must ensure random drug testing of at least fifteen percent (15%) of the Department employer’s total (average annual) safety sensitive work force during the calendar year. In order to accomplish testing of Transportation guidelinesfifteen percent (15%) of the employer’s total (average annual) safety sensitive work force, testing shall be done at least quarterly. In addition, all safety- sensitive employees will be tested prior to returning to duty after failing a controlled substance and/or drug test or alcohol test. Employees who have returned to duty will be subject to unannounced follow- up tests for up to five years, as determined by a test and after completion of the Substance Abuse Professional (SAP)Professional’s recommended treatment program. Safety- sensitive Those employees who perform safety-sensitive functions as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines attachment to this policy shall also be subject to follow-up testing on randomly selectedin a random, unannounced basis. Whenever an Employee returns to duty after participation in a substance abuse rehabilitation program regardless of the duration of absence; such an Employee shall be required to undergo a minimum of six (6) urine tests within the one-year period starting with the date of return to duty. Testing shall be conducted in a manner to assure a high degree of accuracy and reliability and using techniques, equipment, and laboratory facilities which have been approved by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHJ-ISDHHS)/National Institution on Drug Abuse (NIDA). All testing will be conducted consistent with the procedures put set forth in 49 CFR Part 40, as amended. Drug testing shall be conducted by the Department of Transportation guidelinesNew Philadelphia Health Department. The controlled substances drugs that will be tested for include marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP)phencyclidine. An initial controlled substance drug screen will be conducted on each specimen. For those specimens that are positivenot negative, a confirmatory Gas gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GCGS/MS) test will be performed. The test will be considered positive if the controlled substance levels amounts present are above the minimum thresholds established in the Department of Transportation guidelines49 CFR Part 40, as amended. Tests for alcohol concentration will be conducted utilizing an a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) approved Evidential Breath Testing evidential breath testing device (EBT) operated by a trained Breath Alcohol Technician breath alcohol technician (BAT). If the initial test indicated an An alcohol concentration of 0.02 0.04 or greater, a confirmation test greater will be performed to confirm the result considered a positive alcohol test and in violation of this policy and a violation of the initial testrequirements set forth in 49 CFR Part 382 for safety-sensitive employees. An Any employee who that has a confirmed positive drug or alcohol concentration of 0.02 but less than 0.04 test will be removed from his/her position for at least twenty-four hours unless position, informed of educational and rehabilitation programs available, and evaluated by a retest Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). The City affirms the need to protect individual dignity, privacy and confidentiality throughout the testing process, and therefore, the City shall use its best efforts to keep the results in of an employee’s drug or alcohol concentration less thantest confidential.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
TESTING FOR PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES. Analytical urine controlled substance testing and breath testing for alcohol will be conducted as required under the Department of Transportation guidelines. All safety- safety-sensitive employees shall be subject to testing prior to employment, randomly, for reasonable suspicion, and following an accident, as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines. In addition, all safety- safety-sensitive employees will be tested prior to returning to duty after failing a controlled substance and/or alcohol test. Employees who have returned to duty will be subject to unannounced follow- follow-up tests for up to five years, as determined by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Safety- Safety-sensitive employees who perform safety-sensitive functions as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines shall also be subject to testing on a randomly selected, unannounced basis. Testing shall be conducted in a manner to assure a high degree of accuracy and reliability and using techniques, equipment, and laboratory facilities facilities, which have been approved by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (DHJ-ISDHHS). All testing will be conducted consistent with the CITY OF YUBA CITY DOT POLICY AUGUST 27, 1997 procedures put forth in the Department of Transportation guidelines. Testing may be conducted by a mobile unit, which meets the requirements of DHHS. The controlled substances that will be tested for include marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP). An initial controlled substance screen will be conducted on each specimen. For those specimens that are positive, a confirmatory Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) test will be performed. The test will be considered positive if the controlled substance substances levels present are above the minimum thresholds established in the Department of Transportation guidelines. Tests for alcohol concentration will be conducted utilizing an approved Evidential Breath Testing device (EBT) operated by a trained Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT). If the initial test indicated an alcohol concentration of 0.02 or greater, a confirmation test will be performed to confirm the result of the initial test. An employee who has a confirmed alcohol concentration of 0.02 but less than 0.04 will be removed from his/her position for at least twenty-four hours unless a retest re-test results in an alcohol concentration less than0.02 or less. An alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater will be considered a positive alcohol test and in violation of Department of Transportation guidelines and this policy. Any safety-sensitive employee who has a pending or confirmed positive controlled substance or alcohol test will be removed from safety sensitive duties and/or his/her position, placed on unpaid leave, vacation, or CTO (at the employee’s discretion) informed of educational and rehabilitation program available, and evaluated by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Transfer of an employee to a non-safety sensitive position will be made at the sole discretion of the City. The City affirms the need to protect individual dignity, privacy, and confidentiality throughout the testing process. All Applicants for safety-sensitive classifications shall undergo urine controlled substance testing prior to employment. Receipt of satisfactory test results is required prior to employment and failure of a controlled substance test will disqualify the applicant from further consideration for employment.
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Samples: Letter of Understanding
TESTING FOR PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES. Analytical urine controlled substance testing and breath testing for alcohol will be conducted as required under Department of Transportation guidelines. All safety- safety-sensitive employees shall be subject to testing prior to employment, randomly, for reasonable suspicion, and following an accident, as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines. In addition, all safety- sensitive employees will be tested prior to returning to duty after failing a controlled substance and/or alcohol test. Employees who have returned to duty will be subject to unannounced follow- up tests for up to five years, as determined by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Safety- sensitive employees who perform safety-sensitive functions as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines shall also be subject to testing on randomly selected, unannounced basis. Testing shall be conducted in a manner to assure a high degree of accuracy and reliability and using techniques, equipment, and laboratory facilities which have been approved by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHJ-IS). All testing will be conducted consistent with the procedures put forth in the Department of Transportation guidelines. The controlled substances that will be tested for include marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP). An initial controlled substance screen will be conducted on each specimen. For those specimens that are positive, a confirmatory Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) test will be performed. The test will be considered positive if the controlled substance levels present are above the minimum thresholds established in the Department of Transportation guidelines. Tests for alcohol concentration will be conducted utilizing an approved Evidential Breath Testing device (EBT) operated by a trained Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT). If the initial test indicated an alcohol concentration of 0.02 or greater, a confirmation test will be performed to confirm the result of the initial test. An employee who has a confirmed alcohol concentration of 0.02 but less than 0.04 will be removed from his/her position for at least twenty-four hours unless a retest results in an alcohol concentration less thanthan 0.02. An alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater will be considered a positive alcohol test and in violation of Department of Transportation guidelines and this policy. Any safety-sensitive employee who has a confirmed positive controlled substance or alcohol test will be removed from his/her position, informed of educational and rehabilitation program available, and evaluated by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). The District affirms the need to protect individual dignity, privacy and confidentiality throughout the testing process.
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding
TESTING FOR PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES. Analytical urine controlled substance testing and breath testing for alcohol will be conducted as required under the Department of Transportation guidelines. All safety- safety-sensitive employees shall be subject to testing prior to employment, randomly, for reasonable suspicion, and following an accident, as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines. In addition, all safety- safety-sensitive employees will be tested prior to returning to duty after failing a controlled substance and/or alcohol test. Employees who have returned to duty will be subject to unannounced follow- follow-up tests for up to five years, as determined by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Safety- Safety-sensitive employees who perform safety-sensitive functions as defined in the Department of Transportation guidelines shall also be subject to testing on a randomly selected, unannounced basis. Testing shall be conducted in a manner to assure a high degree of accuracy and reliability and using techniques, equipment, and laboratory facilities facilities, which have been approved by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (DHJ-ISDHHS). All testing will be conducted consistent with the unannounced basis. Testing shall be conducted in a manner to assure a high degree of accuracy and reliability and using techniques, equipment, and laboratory facilities, which have been approved by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). All testing will be conducted consistent with the procedures put forth in the Department of Transportation guidelines. Testing may be conducted by a mobile unit, which meets the requirements of DHHS. The controlled substances that will be tested for include marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP). An initial controlled substance screen will be conducted on each specimen. For those specimens that are positive, a confirmatory Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) test will be performed. The test will be considered positive if the controlled substance substances levels present are above the minimum thresholds established in the Department of Transportation guidelines. Tests for alcohol concentration will be conducted utilizing an approved Evidential Breath Testing device (EBT) operated by a trained Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT). If the initial test indicated an alcohol concentration of 0.02 or greater, a confirmation test will be performed to confirm the result of the initial test. An employee who has a confirmed alcohol concentration of 0.02 but less than 0.04 will be removed from his/her position for at least twenty-four hours unless a retest re-test results in an alcohol concentration less than0.02 or less. An alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater will be considered a positive alcohol test and in violation of Department of Transportation guidelines and this policy. Any safety-sensitive employee who has a pending or confirmed positive controlled substance or alcohol test will be removed from safety sensitive duties and/or his/her position, placed on unpaid leave, vacation, or CTO (at the employee’s discretion) informed of educational and rehabilitation program available, and evaluated by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Transfer of an employee to a non-safety sensitive position will be made at the sole discretion of the City. The City affirms the need to protect individual dignity, privacy, and confidentiality throughout the testing process. All Applicants for safety-sensitive classifications shall undergo urine controlled substance testing prior to employment. Receipt of satisfactory test results is required prior to employment and failure of a controlled substance test will disqualify the applicant from further consideration for employment.
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Samples: Memorandum of Understanding