Abbreviated Check List for DOT Drug Screen Collection
- All supplies needed for collection are available and facility is ready and secure.
- Donor is properly identified. Collector makes sure all information is present and correct on the Custody and Control Form (CCF).
- Collector introduces self and briefly explains to donor the collection process. The collector explains that the only thing the donor can take into the toilet is a wallet. Coats and hats must also remain outside the toilet.
- Donor is requested to empty pockets for inspection.
- Donor is requested to wash hands.
- Donor selects collection cup.
- Donor goes into toilet for collection.
- Donor gives specimen to collector.
- Collector checks temperature (within 4 minutes of urination), appearance, and volume of specimen. Temperature should read between 90-100 degrees F. Volume must be at least 45 ml. Collector notes temperature check on CCF.
- Donor is allowed to wash hands.
- Specimen bottles are opened in presence of donor.
- In presence of donor 15 ml of specimen is transferred into one of the bottles.
- Remainder of specimen (at least 30 ml) is transferred into remaining bottle.
- In presence of donor security seals are placed over tops of specimen bottles. Collector may date seals but donor MUST initial each seal.
- Donor completes Pink copy of CCF.
- Collector prints/signs name, notes date and time of collection and completes Chain of Custody on CCF.
- Page 1 of CCF and split specimens are properly placed into security bag.
- Donor is thanked and dismissed.
- Remaining pages of CCF are appropriately distributed.