What Is Breath Alcohol Testing?
Breath alcohol testing is a fast and reliable method used to measure a person's current alcohol concentration and determine whether impairment may be present while performing safety-sensitive duties. Because it measures current alcohol levels, it is commonly used for workplace and DOT compliance testing.
For DOT-regulated programs, testing must be completed by a qualified Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) using an approved evidential breath testing device (EBT) and DOT procedures. goMDnow supports random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, follow-up, and workplace alcohol testing nationwide.
When Breath Alcohol Testing Is Used
Employers commonly order breath alcohol testing for random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, post-accident testing, return-to-duty testing, follow-up testing, and non-DOT workplace alcohol policies.
For DOT-regulated employees, notification, testing, confirmation, and documentation must follow federal requirements. Accurate records help employers demonstrate compliance during audits and safety reviews.
DOT Alcohol Testing Requirements
DOT alcohol testing must be performed by a qualified Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) using an approved evidential breath testing device (EBT). Results must follow a two-step confirmation process and be properly documented.
DOT breath alcohol concentration (BAC) thresholds:
0.02
Screening threshold
A result of 0.02 or above triggers a confirmation test. Driver must stop safety-sensitive functions until confirmation.
0.04
Violation threshold
A confirmed result of 0.04 or above is a DOT violation. Driver is immediately removed from safety-sensitive duty and must complete the RTD process.
Important: A result between 0.02 and 0.039 is not a DOT violation but requires the driver to be removed from safety-sensitive duty for at least 24 hours. The employer must not allow the driver to return until a subsequent test shows below 0.02.
Why Choose goMDnow for Breath Alcohol Testing?
Qualified BAT technicians at certified collection sites nationwide
DOT-approved procedures and evidential breath testing devices
Fast scheduling - same-day appointments at most locations
Affordable pricing starting at $80.00, with combined drug and alcohol testing available
DOT & non-DOT programs supported under one platform
Online ordering available 24/7 - no phone call required
Compliance support with accurate documentation and secure result handling
Trusted nationwide network with thousands of convenient collection sites
How Breath Alcohol Testing Works
1. Schedule your testChoose the appropriate breath alcohol service and book a nearby certified collection site.
2. Complete the breath testA qualified BAT conducts the test using a DOT-approved EBT device and required procedures.
3. Results are documentedResults are recorded and verified under the applicable DOT or non-DOT requirements.
4. Receive your resultsResults are available immediately and delivered securely with compliance documentation.
