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For a pre-employment insufficient volume test, does the medical
evaluation determine if the shy bladder was due to a long-term or
permanent disability? Does the medical examination look for signs of
illegal drug use? If no signs of illegal drug use are found, does the MRO
verify the test as negative?
Observed Collections
Are procedures in place to require the collection site personnel to
conduct a mandatory observed collection immediately after the first
collection in the following circumstances?
The employee’s urine sample is outside the normal temperature
range;
The collection site person observes conduct that clearly and
unequivocally indicates an attempt to adulterate or substitute the
sample;
Following a positive, adulterated, or substituted test, the split
sample is not available for testing; or
The specimen is invalid with no medical explanation.
Does the transit system have mandatory procedures in place to conduct
an observed collection in the following circumstances?
The employee has previously been determined to have used a
controlled substance without medical authorization and the
particular test is being conducted under the FTA regulation as a
return-to-duty or follow-up test.
Does the collection site have both genders available in case an observed
collection is necessary?
Is the employee told the reason for an observed collection if one is
performed?
Privacy/Confidentiality
Does the collection site have adequate measures in place to protect the
privacy of the employee and the integrity of the collection process?
Does the collection site and Medical Review Officer have adequate
measures in place to communicate confidential matters to designated
individuals at the employer agency?
Appendix J. Self-Assessment Checklist J-14 August 2002
DRUG TESTING
PROCEDURES
Specimen Collection