DOT SAP Help for Trucking Companies
A clear next step when a driver has a failed DOT test, refusal, or FMCSA Clearinghouse issue.
When a CDL driver has a DOT drug or alcohol violation, the employer and driver may not know what to do next. The driver may be listed as prohibited in the FMCSA Clearinghouse and may not be able to perform safety-sensitive duties until the required SAP and Return-to-Duty process is completed.
SBR Consulting provides DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) evaluations and Return-to-Duty guidance for drivers, owner-operators, trucking companies, fleets, and DOT-regulated employers.
Led by Scott Roberts, SAP, LAADC, NCAC I, SBR Consulting helps trucking companies and drivers understand the required next steps clearly and professionally.
Virtual SAP appointments are available nationwide. In-person appointments are available when appropriate.
What Should a Trucking Company Do After a DOT Violation?
If a driver has a failed DOT drug test, alcohol violation, refusal, or FMCSA Clearinghouse issue, the employer should take the situation seriously and move quickly.
- Remove the driver from safety-sensitive duties if required.
- Confirm the violation and documentation.
- Identify the employer DER or responsible company contact.
- Refer the driver to a DOT-qualified SAP.
- Follow the SAP’s required recommendation and Return-to-Duty process.
- Complete Return-to-Duty testing and follow-up testing requirements as directed.
SBR Consulting helps drivers and employers understand the SAP process so they know what to expect and how to move forward.
Who We Help
Small trucking companies
Owner-operators
CDL drivers
Fleet operators
Dispatch and office managers
Safety managers
Employers and DERs
Construction or service companies with CDL drivers
Many smaller trucking companies do not have a full-time compliance department. SBR Consulting provides clear SAP guidance when a driver or employer needs help after a DOT violation.
Common Situations We Help With
Failed DOT drug test
DOT alcohol violation
Refusal to test
FMCSA Clearinghouse prohibited status
Pre-employment testing issue
Return-to-Duty requirement
Follow-up evaluation
Follow-up testing plan
Employer or DER communication questions
How SBR Consulting Helps
SBR Consulting provides professional SAP support designed to help the driver and employer understand the process and required next steps.
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DOT-qualified SAP evaluations
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Virtual SAP evaluations for drivers nationwide
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In-person appointments when available
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Education or treatment recommendations based on the evaluation
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Follow-up SAP evaluations
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Return-to-Duty eligibility guidance
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Follow-up testing plan recommendations
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Employer / DER communication and documentation support
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Clear explanation of the SAP and Return-to-Duty process
Why Smaller Trucking Companies Call SBR
Clear Next Step
We help explain what needs to happen after a failed DOT test, refusal, or Clearinghouse issue.
Responsive Support
New referrals are handled promptly, with same-day response whenever possible.
Virtual Appointments
Drivers can complete SAP appointments virtually from anywhere in the country when appropriate.
Family-Owned Service
SBR Consulting is a family-owned DOT SAP consulting business focused on professional, personal, and responsive service.
Important Note for Employers
SBR Consulting does not replace your drug testing company, C/TPA, consortium, or compliance provider. We provide DOT SAP evaluations and Return-to-Duty guidance when a driver needs a qualified SAP after a DOT drug or alcohol violation.
If your company already works with a testing facility, C/TPA, or compliance provider, SBR Consulting can work alongside that relationship as the SAP resource.
Simple SAP Process
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Driver has a DOT violation, failed test, refusal, or Clearinghouse issue.
Driver or employer contacts Scott Roberts at SBR Consulting.
Initial SAP evaluation is completed.
Education or treatment recommendation is provided.
Follow-up evaluation, Return-to-Duty eligibility, and follow-up testing plan are completed as required.