A DOT SAP evaluation is required after a DOT drug or alcohol violation before an employee may return to DOT-regulated safety-sensitive work. An employee in Texas should confirm that the SAP meets DOT qualification requirements and can provide the required evaluations.
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Kelmar Safety Inc.
Premium MemberKELMAR Safety Inc. is a privately held Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations company dedicated to helping fleets of all sizes become and remain in compliance. KELMAR was founded…
- DOT physical exams
- CDL medical cards
- Certified medical examiners
- DOT drug and alcohol testing program management
Covers: Alabama · Alaska · Arizona
Gioioso Coaching and Consulting LLC
Premium MemberFor over 5 years, we've helped drivers safely get back behind the wheel so they can provide for themselves and their families. We will explain the entire process and help…
- SAP return-to-duty evaluations
Covers: Alaska · Arizona · Arkansas
National Drug Screening, Inc
Verified MemberIf your company is regulated by the United States Department of Transportation, you are required to conduct DOT drug and alcohol testing. National Drug Screening provides same day DOT tests…
- DOT physical exams
- DOT drug and alcohol testing program management
- Pre-employment drug testing
- Random testing consortium membership
Covers: California · Florida · Texas
Addiction Recovery Solutions, PLLC (ARS) and its DBA, Longview Screening Solutions (LSS), serve individuals, owner-operators, and employers from Longview, Texas, with remote services and nationwide testing coordination. ARS provides DOT…
- DOT SAP evaluations
Covers: Texas
Bwright LLC
Free MemberI am currently accepting direct referrals as a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Backed by more than 40 years of specialized experience in the alcohol and substance abuse domain, my…
- SAP return-to-duty evaluations
The Counseling Place for Wellness
Free MemberAt The Counseling Place for Wellness, we provide professional Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) Return-to-Duty Evaluations to support individuals working toward returning to safety-sensitive employment. Our evaluations are conducted in a…
- SAP return-to-duty evaluations
Covers: Texas
PSYCH CARE COMMUNITY CENTER LLC
Free MemberA Milagros Diaz is a DOT Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) credentialed by the DOT and license in different states, who evaluates safety-sensitive employees (such as commercial truck drivers, pilots, or…
- SAP return-to-duty evaluations
Covers: Texas
GRCHAD Counseling & Recovery PLLC
Free MemberGRCHAD is a comprehensive outpatient treatment provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care through both in-person and virtual services. We offer screening, intake, assessment, substance use disorder treatment, trauma-informed care,…
- DOT SAP evaluations
Covers: Texas
New England Center for Psychotherapy
Free MemberWe provide outpatient psychotherapy, DOT SAP evaluations and SAP return-to-duty evaluations from our practice in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Our therapy services support individuals, couples and families. We work with people…
- DOT SAP evaluations
- SAP return-to-duty evaluations
Covers: Florida · Massachusetts · Rhode Island
SAPs who see drivers in Texas
4 listed SAPs are available to drivers located here, in person or by video where permitted.
Kelmar Safety Inc.Premium
National Drug Screening, IncVerified
SAP follow-up evaluations before return-to-duty testing
Before the appointment, the SAP should be able to obtain appropriate documentation from the education or treatment professional. A receipt or self-reported completion may not give the SAP enough information. The employee should confirm that any required release has been signed and that the provider knows where to send records.
Retain the SAP’s successful-compliance report, the employer-arranged return-to-duty result (negative drug test and/or alcohol concentration below 0.02), direct-observation documentation where applicable, the follow-up testing plan, completed follow-up test records and any communications needed to show that the plan was transferred or continued after a break in service. Keep those records with controlled access because they contain sensitive drug and alcohol program information.
Choosing a DOT-qualified SAP for employees in Texas
For an employee attending from Texas, confirm the SAP’s qualifications under 49 CFR 40.281 and whether their credential permits practice in Texas. Remote evaluations require suitable real-time audio and video. Check where recommended education or treatment can be completed before assuming the process can be handled from home.
Have violation details ready and any current employer’s designated employer representative (DER) contact information. Employers or their authorized employees act as DERs; service agents cannot. If there is no current employer, the handling and transfer of SAP reports should follow the applicable §40.311 requirements. Confirm the correct recipient and process for the employee’s circumstances. The SAP determines successful compliance; an employer that proceeds arranges testing and decides about covered work.
For more detail, read our sap evaluations guide and DOT compliance services in Texas. Check the DOT guidance on Substance Abuse Professionals for the underlying requirements.
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DOT compliance questions for Texas
Can I complete a DOT SAP evaluation remotely?
A qualified SAP may choose to offer a remote evaluation when DOT conditions can be met; the format is at the SAP’s discretion. Ask about suitability, real-time audio and video, privacy and applicable credential requirements before booking.
How long does the SAP return-to-duty process take?
There is no single guaranteed timeline. The recommendations, satisfactory completion of education or treatment, follow-up evaluation and employer-arranged testing all affect the sequence.
Does finishing a SAP evaluation let me drive again?
No. A satisfactory follow-up evaluation does not itself authorize safety-sensitive work. The required return-to-duty test, employer decision and applicable Clearinghouse reporting still matter.
What does a DOT SAP evaluation cost?
Fees vary. Ask whether the quote includes both evaluations and reporting, and which education, treatment or testing charges are separate.
Are the listed providers based in Texas?
The results are filtered by declared service coverage for Texas. A provider may work remotely or cover several areas. Confirm whether they can serve Texas and whether an in-person appointment is needed.
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