Vertical Identity

Owner Operator Drug Testing

Owner Operator

DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Consortium

DOT Drug Testing at Only $69/Test Nationwide
20,000+ Nationwide Locations – Enroll in Minutes

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Owner Operator Drug & Alcohol Testing
$85 A YEAR
  • $85 Annual Fee for First Driver
  • $25 Annual Fee for Each Additional Driver
  • You pay for Random Drug & Alcohol
  • Testing Per Driver
  • Vertical Identity serves as C/TPA
  • Free Clearinghouse How-To’s
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Enroll Online in Minutes

Enter your DOT number and driver information. Select your consortium plan and complete enrollment. It takes less than 5 minutes.

Get Your Drug Test

Visit any of our 20,000+ nationwide collection sites for your DOT drug test. All tests include electronic chain of custody for fast, accurate results.

Stay DOT Compliant

Receive your Certificate of Compliance and stay in our random testing pool. We handle all FMCSA reporting and Clearinghouse requirements for you.

COMPLIANCE MADE SIMPLE FOR OWNER OPERATORS

FMCSA Clearinghouse Query

Required pre-employment and annual query for owner operators

UCR Registration

Annual Unified Carrier Registration for interstate carriers

Drug Testing Consortium

Random drug & alcohol testing pool enrollment

DOT Physical Exams

DOT medical exams at nationwide locations

Reasonable Suspicion Training

Supervisor training for drug & alcohol awareness

Return-to-Duty Testing

SAP evaluation and return-to-duty drug tests

BOC-3 Filing

Blanket of Coverage process agent designation

Clearinghouse Registration

FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse enrollment

COMPLIANCE MADE SIMPLE FOR OWNER OPERATORS

FMCSA Clearinghouse Query

Required pre-employment and annual query for owner operators

UCR Registration

Annual Unified Carrier Registration for interstate carriers

Drug Testing Consortium

Random drug & alcohol testing pool enrollment

DOT Physical Exams

DOT medical exams at nationwide locations

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Reasonable Suspicion Training

Supervisor training for drug & alcohol awareness

Return-to-Duty Testing

SAP evaluation and return-to-duty drug tests

BOC-3 Filing

Blanket of Coverage process agent designation

Clearinghouse Registration

FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse enrollment

IN ALL 50 STATES

DOT & FMCSA
COMPLIANT TEST SITES

With access to approved testing locations nationwide and the fastest test results of any major drug and alcohol testing consortium, Vertical Identity simplifies the drug testing process, making staying DOT compliant easy.

Vertical Identity offers everything that motor carriers and owner-operators need to stay DOT and FMCSA compliant, including a Certificate of Enrollment in a drug testing consortium, drug testing services, training programs, reporting, and more.

DEDICATED SUPPORT FOR OWNER OPERATORS

OPEN 8AM EST to 8PM EST Monday-Friday
Call us at 602-899-1606 or email consortium@verticalidentity.com

As an owner operator, you need a compliance partner that understands your business. Our dedicated support team helps with consortium enrollment, test scheduling, Clearinghouse queries, and any DOT compliance questions. Whether you’re a single-truck operator or managing a small fleet, we’re here to keep you on the road and compliant.

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Owner Operator Plan

Solo CDL Driver Consortium
85 /year
  • Discount Pricing on Drug Testing
  • Immediate Enrollment Certificate
  • Online Account Access
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Support
  • Quarterly Random Notifications
  • SAP Referrals
  • MIS Compliance Reports
  • First Year Audit Handbook
  • Alere Escreen Network
  • Medical Review Officer Included
  • SAMHSA Certified Labs
  • All Drug Tests are on eCCF
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Each Additional Driver

Add Drivers to Your Consortium
25 /year
  • DOT Drug Tests $55
  • Breath Alcohol $45
  • Drug & Alcohol Policy $39
  • Background Check $39
  • Reasonable Suspicion Class $39
  • Clearinghouse Queries $8
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OWNER OPERATOR DRUG TESTING: WHAT'S INCLUDED?

DOT 5-Panel Drug Screens
As an owner operator, your DOT drug test is completed at one of our 21,000+ nationwide collection sites. Simply visit the nearest clinic, provide your sample, and results are sent directly to our Medical Review Officer. Fast, easy, and fully DOT compliant.
Random Drug & Alcohol Testing
Our random drug and alcohol testing program is fully managed for owner operators. We handle all random selections per FMCSA requirements under 49 CFR Part 382. You’ll receive notification when selected, visit a nearby collection site, and we track everything for your records.
Medical Review Officer (MRO)
Every DOT drug test is reviewed by a certified Medical Review Officer (MRO). If your test requires verification, the MRO will contact you directly. This ensures accuracy and protects your rights as an owner operator.
DOT Compliance for Owner Operators
Including Scheduling, Text or Email Alerts, Results Reporting and Follow Up.

FMCSA TRUCK DRIVER DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING

FMCSA – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration-DOT Mandated Compliance
Safety for the commercial driver and the public is the primary objective of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration(FMCSA). The Federal Motor Carrier Administration mandates companies with the following criteria, provide a drug and alcohol testing program:
A truck driver that holds a Commercial Driver’s License and:
  • Drives a vehicle of over 26,001 GVWR or
  • Drives a tow truck with combined GVWR rating of 26,001 lbs. or more,
  • Inclusive of a towed unit with a GVWR or more than 10,000 lbs. or
  • Drives a DOT placarded vehicles under hazardous material regulations or
  • Drives a vehicle designed to transport 16 passengers or more.
Every employer has the responsibility to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all of its employees.
Employers are responsible to comply with the 49CFR Part 40 and 49 CFR Part 382 of the DOT Regulations for company mandated FMCSA Truck Driver drug and alcohol testing program.
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DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING FMCSA PROGRAM

Programs and Fees
Programs and Fees will assist your company by providing a convenient and fee friendly pull-program that will ensure your compliance with the regulations with FMCSA. We have programs for small, medium and large companies as well as Owner Operators.
Vertical Identity Provides Convenient Programs and Fees
  • Pre-employment Testing
  • Random Testing
  • Post-Accident Testing
  • Reasonable Suspicion Testing
  • Return-To- Duty Testing
  • Follow-up Testing
Each Test screens for the following drugs:
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • Cocaine
  • Amphetamines (Including MDMA & Ecstasy)
  • PCP
All DOT/FMCSA Drug tests are screened at a SAMHSA approved laboratory.
The FMCSA program requires the following types of Breath Alcohol Testing or DOT compliant Saliva Testing:
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • Cocaine
  • Amphetamines (Including MDMA & Ecstasy)
  • PCP
*See fee schedule for drug and alcohol testing prices.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do owner operators need DOT drug testing?

Yes. The FMCSA requires all commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators who hold a CDL to participate in a DOT drug and alcohol testing program — regardless of company size. Whether you are a sole proprietor or part of a large fleet, the same federal regulations apply. Owner operators must complete pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and return-to-duty testing.

Are owner operators required to join a drug testing consortium?

Yes. Since you cannot randomly select yourself for testing, the FMCSA requires owner operators to enroll in a Consortium/Third-Party Administrator (C/TPA) for random drug and alcohol testing. Vertical Identity’s owner operator consortium starts at just $85/year and includes random selection management, compliance tracking, and access to over 20,000 nationwide testing locations.

How much does owner operator drug testing cost?

Vertical Identity offers owner operator consortium enrollment for $85/year, with additional drivers at just $25 each. This includes consortium management, random testing selection, FMCSA compliance support, and access to our nationwide network of over 20,000 testing locations. Individual drug tests are available at competitive rates with fast results.

What does a DOT drug test screen for?

The DOT 5-panel drug test screens for five categories of substances: Marijuana (THC), Cocaine, Opiates (including codeine, morphine, and heroin), Amphetamines (including methamphetamine and MDMA/ecstasy), and Phencyclidine (PCP). All DOT/FMCSA drug tests are processed at SAMHSA-certified laboratories and reviewed by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

How often are random drug tests conducted for owner operators?

The FMCSA requires that a minimum of 25% of drivers in a consortium pool are randomly selected for drug testing each calendar year, and 10% for alcohol testing. Random selections are made using a scientifically valid method and testing is spread throughout the year. As a consortium member, Vertical Identity manages all random selections and notifications for you.

Do I need to register with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse?

Yes. Owner operators must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse as both an employer and a driver. You are required to conduct annual queries on yourself and report any drug and alcohol program violations. The Clearinghouse is a secure federal database that tracks CDL holder violations in real time. Vertical Identity can help guide you through the registration process.

What happens if an owner operator fails a DOT drug test?

A failed DOT drug test results in immediate removal from safety-sensitive duties. The violation is reported to the FMCSA Clearinghouse. To return to driving, you must complete the return-to-duty process, which includes evaluation by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), completion of recommended treatment, passing a return-to-duty test, and follow-up testing for at least 12 months. Vertical Identity offers return-to-duty testing for $69.

Can I use marijuana as an owner operator if it’s legal in my state?

No. Federal DOT regulations enforce a zero-tolerance policy for marijuana use by all CDL holders, regardless of state legalization. Since trucking is regulated at the federal level by the FMCSA, marijuana — including CBD products that contain THC — can result in a positive test and disqualification from operating a commercial vehicle. Owner operators must abstain from marijuana use entirely to maintain compliance.

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