Control of Alcohol and Drug Use in Railroad Operations

49 CFR 219 FRA prescribes minimum Federal safety standards for control of alcohol and drug use. FRA and the railroad industry use the information collected to improve safety through the detection and deterrence of alcohol misuse and illicit drug use on railroad property. This is accomplished through compliance with all part 219 requirements covering railroads and their safety sensitive regulated employees. As mandated by the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act (SUPPORT Act or Act), FRA expanded the scope of its alcohol and drug regulation to cover mechanical employees. This information collection is mandatory, submitted as needed, and there is a requirement for record keeping.

The latest form for Control of Alcohol and Drug Use in Railroad Operations expires 2028-09-30 and can be found here.