Policy 5228 - Drug and Alcohol Testing for School Bus and Commercial Vehicle Drivers

The District shall adhere to federal law and regulations requiring a drug and alcohol testing program for school bus and commercial vehicle drivers.

This program shall comply with the requirements of the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, §§ 382, et seq.  The Superintendent shall adopt and enact regulations consistent with the federal regulations, defining the circumstances and procedures for the testing.

Legal Reference:
49 U.S.C. § 2717, Alcohol and Controlled Substances Testing (Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991)
49 C.F.R. Parts 40 (Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs), 382 (Controlled Substance and Alcohol Use and Testing), and 395 (Hours of Service of Drivers).

Policy History:
Adopted on: Nov. 21, 2003
Revised on: