Discuss the impact drug and alcohol abuse on the trucking industry. To deal with this safey concern ...

A major related concern is that of alcohol and drug abuse. It has been estimated that American industry pays 50 to 100 billion for the effects and results of substance abuse in the workplace every year, either for the cost of accidents or losses in productivity.

In response to this problem, the motor carrier industry has begun to move toward drug screening for its employees. Drug and alcohol testing are required in the following circumstances:
 As a requirement for employment
 As a part of a regular physical exam required of current employees
 For cause, required after any accident
 On a random selection basis
Drug and alcohol rules require motor carriers to have an anti-drug program, as well as drug testing that includes random and postaccident testing. All fleets, regardless of size, are required to have a complete program, including random and postaccident testing in place. These rules apply to the owner/operator as well. Many states have drug-testing programs of their own as well, with which the carrier must comply.