USCG Exam PracticeDrug testing — pre-employment, random, post-incident
A credentialed mariner fails a required chemical test for dangerous drugs. Under 46 CFR §16.201, which action is the employer required to take?
- A. Place the individual on unpaid leave for 30 days pending a retest.
- ✓ Report the test results in writing to the nearest OCMI and deny the individual employment or remove the individual from safety-sensitive duties as soon as practicable.Correct
- C. Refer the individual to a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and allow continued employment pending SAP evaluation.
- D. Conduct a second confirmatory test before taking any employment action.
Why B is correct
46 CFR §16.201(c) requires the employer, prospective employer, or sponsoring organization to report the positive test result in writing to the nearest OCMI and to deny employment or remove the individual from duties affecting safe vessel operation as soon as practicable. The individual is also subject to suspension and revocation proceedings under 46 CFR Part 5.
Cited:46 CFR §16.201