The FRA and DOT test for and prohibit the use of the following drugs: marijuana, cocaine, non-prescribed opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and non-prescribed amphetamines.
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Scheduled and random drug tests are administered to FRA employees so that passengers and cargo on railways can travel safely. Use of illegal drugs is prohibited on and off duty. The most common drugs FRA employees are tested for include: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines.
Tests are commonly used for five categories of drugs: Amphetamines; Cocaine Marijuana; Opiates; and Phencyclidine (PCP). Additional categories may include barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, ethanol (alcohol), hydrocodone, MDMA, methadone, methaqualone, or propoxyphene.
Return-to-duty and Follow-up testingFRA Only - Locomotive engineers and conductors will be subject to at least 6 unannounced drug and alcohol tests during the first 12 months.