How Long Does FMCSA Clearinghouse Registration Last?

FMCSA rule 49 CFR 382.713 sets the term of a Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse registration. Under paragraph (a), a registration is valid for 5 years unless it is cancelled or revoked.

Under paragraph (b), FMCSA will cancel the registration of anyone who has not queried or reported to the Clearinghouse for 2 years. An employer that runs the annual query required by 49 CFR 382.701 would query at least once a year, while a registered user with no activity for 2 years would lose the registration.

Under paragraph (c), FMCSA may revoke the registration of anyone who fails to comply with the rights and restrictions on access to the Clearinghouse. The rule lists examples, including submitting inaccurate or false information, misusing or misappropriating access rights or protected information, and failing to keep the qualifications, certifications or training required by 49 CFR Part 40.

Registration content is covered in 49 CFR 382.711. Employers must name the people authorized to use the Clearinghouse and identify any C/TPA they use, and must update changes within 10 days. Since January 6, 2023, an employer that keeps a valid Clearinghouse registration meets the query recordkeeping requirement in 382.701.

C/TPAs that manage Clearinghouse queries and reports for employers are listed in the MyDrugTesting.com directory.

Sources: 49 CFR 382.713, 49 CFR 382.711, 49 CFR 382.701