What is a consortium and why would it be used?

A consortium is a group of smaller companies combined into a single testing pool to meet DOT random testing requirements. This allows companies with fewer employees to remain compliant with federal regulations by participating in a shared random selection process.

Why Use a Consortium?

A consortium offers several key advantages, especially for smaller companies that must comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations:

Expert Support
Consortiums like Enhouse America, Inc., managed by the Fastest Labs Corporate Office, are built to serve Fastest Labs clients with dedicated expertise and ongoing support.

Meets DOT Compliance Requirements
Smaller companies often don’t have enough safety-sensitive employees to form a statistically valid random testing pool. A consortium groups multiple small companies together to meet these requirements.

Reduces Administrative Burden
Managing a random testing program in-house can be complex and time-consuming. A consortium handles the selection process, scheduling, and reporting—making compliance much easier.

Cost-Effective
By sharing resources across multiple companies, a consortium makes DOT compliance more affordable for businesses that don’t have the volume to justify a standalone program.

Peace of Mind
Companies in a consortium can trust that their random testing requirements are being handled properly, reducing the risk of fines or violations during audits.

At Fastest Labs, we refer clients to Enhouse America, Inc.—a consortium managed by our Corporate Office—designed specifically to simplify compliance for Fastest Labs clients.

For more information or to enroll a client, please contact the Fastest Labs Corporate Office directly.