BNSF is regulated by the Department of Transportation to execute a Random Drug and Alcohol testing program to ensure the safety of our employees and the community.

What type of drug test does the railroad use?

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) states that a urine test should be administered for onboard drug testing to detect the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine and amphetamines. Urine tests are accurate, easy to collect and inexpensive.

Do railway workers get drug tested?

A. All Network Rail employees can be expected to be for-cause tested for drugs and alcohol, should they appear to be under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol at work. Line managers will need to commence this testing if they suspect an employee is under the influence.