TO: AC Transit Board of Directors
FROM: Michael A. Hursh, General Manager
SUBJECT: Drug and Alcohol, CDL Medical Exam and Physical Agility Testing Services
ACTION ITEM
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
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Consider authorizing the District to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for drug and alcohol testing, commercial driver license (CDL) medical examinations and physical agility testing services of prospective/current employees.
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STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE:
Goal - Safe and Secure Operations
Initiative - Employee Recruitment, Training and Retention
It is the policy of the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District to provide a drug and alcohol-free workplace and environment for all employees and patrons. A drug and alcohol-free workplace protects this agency's most valuable resources - its employees - as well as the health and safety of the public.
BUDGETARY/FISCAL IMPACT:
The expenditure for these services varies depending on the number of alcohol tests and drug screenings, commercial driver license medical examinations and recertifications, and physical agility examinations required each year. The cost information will be disclosed at the time of the award to ensure the District receives the best possible pricing.
BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:
The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) require all transit employers to verify their employees are fully trained and medically qualified to be behind the wheel and perform other safety-sensitive related functions (USDOT Rule 49 CFR Part 40 and FTA 49 CFRA Part 655).
The District's Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy (Board Policy 200) requires that all potential new candidates pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug test as a condition of employment. Additionally, all new candidates applying for safety-sensitive job classifications and existing employees transferring into safety-sensitive job classifications are also required to pass a USDOT physical examination con...
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