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What are the minimum annual random drug and alcohol testing rates under 49 CFR 382.305?
According to 49 CFR 382.305, the minimum annual random testing rates are as follows:
"(b)(1) Except as provided in paragraphs (c) through (e) of this section, the minimum annual percentage rate for random alcohol testing shall be 10 percent of the average number of driver positions.
(2) Except as provided in paragraphs (f) through (h) of this section, the minimum annual percentage rate for random controlled substances testing shall be 50 percent of the average number of driver positions."
This is compliance information, not legal advice — verify against the official eCFR and the issuing agency.
"(b)(1) Except as provided in paragraphs (c) through (e) of this section, the minimum annual percentage rate for random alcohol testing shall be 10 percent of the average number of driver positions.
(2) Except as provided in paragraphs (f) through (h) of this section, the minimum annual percentage rate for random controlled substances testing shall be 50 percent of the average number of driver positions."
This is compliance information, not legal advice — verify against the official eCFR and the issuing agency.
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