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Department in Chattanooga of any newly prescribed medications
or changes to existing medications which could adversely affect
the driver’s ability to safely operate Company equipment. All
such medications must be kept in their original prescription
container. In addition, it is against company policy to take a
prescription medication that belongs to someone else.
5. You may not refuse to take any required test for controlled
substances. A refusal to test is treated in the same manner as a
failed test for reporting purposes, as well as for returning to a
CMV driving position.
Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing

The Company will test for Alcohol and Controlled Substances in the
following situations:
1. Pre-employment (controlled substance only)
2. Post-accident (when required by federal law)
3. Random (when notified to submit to random testing, the driver
should proceed immediately to the testing location as per DOT
Regulation 382.305(1)
4. Reasonable Suspicion
5. Return to duty/follow-up
The Company reserves the right to test for controlled substances to
the fullest extent allowed by state and/or federal law. Drivers who test
positive for controlled substances may have their split sample tested by
contacting the Medical Review Officer (MRO) within 72 hours of being
notified of the positive test, as per DOT Regulation 40.171. The driver
will be required to reimburse USX for the cost of the split sample testing.
Pet Policy

The Company encourages employees to be responsible pet owners.
This means that pets must not be allowed to damage Company or
customer property. It also means that pets must be kept under control at
all times so that they do not injure anyone.
YOU MAY ONLY HAVE ONE CAT OR ONE DOG ON YOUR
TRUCK PROVIDED YOU COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING:
1. Pets are not allowed on the truck until after the pet policy has
been reviewed and approved by the Safety Department.
2. Pay a $500 non-refundable maintenance fee (this applies to new
hires and rehires). Payment of the maintenance fee may be paid

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