This is a reminder that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing program will soon require testing for four semi-synthetic opioids (i.e., hydrocodone, oxycodone, hydromorphone, oxymorphone).The change is effective January 1, 2018 DOT Drug Testing: After January 1, 2018 – Still a 5-Panel. The DOT testing at HHS-certified laboratories is a 5-panel drug test regimen. As of January 1, 2018, the ‘Opiates’ category was renamed ‘Opioids’: The Department of Transportation (DOT), who requires drug and alcohol testing for most transportation positions, is significantly expanding their DOT drug testing panel. To help you prepare for these changes, we created this short overview and guide. Order a Drug Test Online. Ordering a drug or alcohol test is fast and easy. Please select a testing category below. Once your order form is complete, click the Proceed to Payment button to be directed to our payment page. Who Is Required To Submit To DOT Drug Testing? Generally, all CDL drivers who operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) (greater than 26,000 GVWR , or transporting more than 16 passengers, including the driver, or placarded hazardous materials) on public roadways must be DOT drug and alcohol tested. Drivers and Trucking Companies Need to Know about the New DOT Regulations regarding drug testing. On November 13, 2017, the Department of Transportation (DOT) published a final rule that changes its drug testing rules and regulations. As of 1/1/18, the DOT drug panel looks a bit different. It now includes what we normally refer to as Expanded Opiates, or Extended Opiates. Still referred to as a 5 panel test, it include much more than the conventional 5 panel test. Implementing Non-DOT and DOT drug testing policies in the workplace. Implementing Non-DOT and DOT drug testing policies in the workplace can be greatly beneficial to the employer, employee and general public. DOT Rule Change Effective January 1, 2018 The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing program now requires testing for four semi- DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Programs. National Drug Screening offers DOT drug and alcohol testing for DOT regulated employers at fair prices, however our emphasis is on DOT compliance.