Transportation

The transportation industry plays a vital role in keeping our roads safe. Background screening helps mitigate potential risks associated with:

• Traffic Safety: Comprehensive background checks help identify individuals with a history of reckless driving or driving under the influence (DUI) to promote safer roads.
• Regulatory Compliance: The Department of Transportation (DOT) mandates background checks for certain positions within the transportation industry. SmartHRCheqs ™ ensures your compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Operational Efficiency: Verifying an applicant’s employment history and past driving record helps minimize onboarding delays and ensure qualified drivers are behind the wheel.
• Minimizing Risk and Liability: Thorough background checks help mitigate potential liability associated with accidents caused by unsafe drivers.

We understand the unique needs of the transportation industry and provide a customizable range of services, including:

• Department of Transportation (DOT) Background Checks: Comply with federal regulations with our comprehensive DOT background checks, including Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs), drug and alcohol testing, and pre-employment screening.
• DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), along with the Department of Transportation (DOT), requires employers of CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) holders and the CDL drivers themselves to follow specific alcohol and drug testing rules. These rules cover procedures, testing frequency, and tested substances.
  • Types of Testing: There are different situations that trigger DOT testing:
    • Pre-employment: Employers must receive a negative pre-employment drug test result before a CDL driver can operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV).
    • Random testing: Companies must conduct random drug and alcohol testing on a certain percentage of their CDL drivers annually.
    • Post-accident: Testing may be required after accidents depending on the severity.
    • Return-to-duty: Drivers who violated DOT testing regulations must undergo follow-up testing after completing a return-to-duty program.
    • Non-DOT Background Checks: For positions not covered by DOT regulations, we offer customizable background checks that can include criminal history checks, employment verification, and education verification.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing: Promote a safe and drug-free workplace with pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing options.
• Instant Drug and Alcohol Testing: Expedite the hiring process with on-site or near-site instant drug and alcohol testing solutions.
• Employment Verification: Confirm an applicant’s employment history with previous employers to ensure accuracy.
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Monitoring: Stay informed of any changes to an employee’s driving record with ongoing MVR monitoring services. See more information in MVR Solutions.

While a foundation of DOT compliance and drug and alcohol testing is crucial for many roles within the transportation industry, background screening needs can be further tailored:

• Commercial Drivers (CDL Holders): DOT background checks, MVR checks, and pre-employment drug testing are mandatory for these positions. Random drug testing and MVR monitoring may also be implemented.
• Mechanics and Technicians: In addition to criminal history checks and employment verification, pre-employment drug screening is a common practice for these roles.
• Administrative and Support Staff: Identity verification, criminal history checks, and employment verification are standard practices to ensure a secure work environment.