DOT SAP Evaluation After a Violation

After a violation, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s 2009 (DOT)  guidelines require that all employees in DOT safety-sensitive duties undergo an evaluation by an accredited SAP professional.

I am a certified DOT Substance Abuse Professional (2018 Certification SAP) with over 30 years of post-master’s clinical experience. My SAP Evaluation includes:

  • Education
  • Treatment
  • Follow-up testing
  • Aftercare 

https://www.transportation.gov/sites/dot.gov/files/docs/ODAPC%20SAP%20Guide%20Aug09.pdf.

 

SAP Credentials

I am a Licensed SAP Professional having successfully completed the required SAP professional hours and examination. I am also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Drug and Alcohol Consultant.

A Licensed SAP Professional must (one of below):

  • Licensed physician (Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy)
  • Licensed or certified social worker
  • Licensed or certified psychologist
  • Licensed or certified employee assistance professional
  • State-licensed or certified marriage and family therapist
  • Alcohol and drug abuse counselor certified by the National
    Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors Certification Commission (NAADAC), or by the International Certification Reciprocity Consortium/Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (ICRC), or by the National Board of Certified Counselors, Inc. and Affiliates/Master Addictions Counselor (NBCC).
Knowledge Required

I have clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of substance abuse-related disorders. I also understand current DOT agency regulations and SAP guidelines.

SAP Professional Training

As a SAP Professional, I have received the prerequisite qualification training.

Examination

I have completed training and passed the SAP examination given by an accredited SAP testing organization.

Continuing Education Required

I have completed the required 12 professional development hours (e.g., Continuing Education Units) relevant to performing SAP duties.

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