I would add as well - yes, failing to provide a sample, even if you weren’t necessarily “refusing” the test is still considered a refusal which is basically the same as a failed test. And it is required to be reported to Clearinghouse. That’s going to make it next to impossible to move forward now. Even if you get your CDL , virtually every company is going to see a “failed test” which resulted in a dismissal from school as a major red flag and won’t even give you the time of day. Especially given the current market, all of these companies are now being extra picky on who they hire. They’re only looking for the best of the best because they aren’t desperate for drivers. If there is anyway to get that removed off of your Clearinghouse, you need to do that ASAP or you will never be able to move forward. Unfortunately, it’s just the sad truth right now.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
SAP:
Substance Abuse Professional
The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.
I would add as well - yes, failing to provide a sample, even if you weren’t necessarily “refusing” the test is still considered a refusal which is basically the same as a failed test. And it is required to be reported to Clearinghouse. That’s going to make it next to impossible to move forward now. Even if you get your CDL , virtually every company is going to see a “failed test” which resulted in a dismissal from school as a major red flag and won’t even give you the time of day. Especially given the current market, all of these companies are now being extra picky on who they hire. They’re only looking for the best of the best because they aren’t desperate for drivers. If there is anyway to get that removed off of your Clearinghouse, you need to do that ASAP or you will never be able to move forward. Unfortunately, it’s just the sad truth right now.
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
SAP:
Substance Abuse Professional
The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.