(A) The purpose of this subchapter is to set forth the procedures for the implementation of controlled substances and alcohol use and testing of driver applicants and current drivers pursuant to the alcohol and drug abuse policy. These procedures are intended as a guide only, and are in no way intended to alter any existing relationship between the County Road Department and any driver.
(B) The County Road Department's (DER) designated employer representative designated to monitor, facilitate, and answer questions pertaining to these procedures is the County Judge Executive and\or his or her deputy.
(C) The policy shall be in accordance with the provisions, requirements and regulations of the USDOT/Federal Transit Administration Drug and Alcohol Rule, 49 CFR Part 655, Prevention of Alcohol Misuse and Prohibited Drug Use in Transit Operations, as amended, and USDOT 49 CFR Part 40, Procedures for and Prohibited Drug Use in Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs, as amended and USDOT/Federal Highway Administration regulations, 49 CFR Part 382, Controlled Substances and Alcohol Use and Testing.
(D) For more detailed information, the (DER) designated employer representative has a copy of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Pocketbook available for your review. All county CDL drivers have been issued a copy of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Pocketbook.
(Ord. passed 11-18-1997; Am. Ord. 12-18-2001)