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USCG

Navigating the Waters of Compliance

From passenger tours to commercial fishing, towing vessels to single-vessel fishing guides, Gradient helps you navigate the complexities of USCG regulations. With a deep understanding of Department of Transportation frameworks, we ensure your operations stay safe, compliant, and on course.

USCG Compliance Solutions

Gradient simplifies USCG compliance by focusing on three critical areas: setting up and maintaining business records, managing drug and alcohol programs, and handling specimen collections. Our expertise in these key areas help ensure safety, legal adherence, and operational efficiency.

Setting up a compliant maritime business can be overwhelming, with critical steps that can’t be overlooked. Gradient can help bring your business to life — ensuring it’s properly established so it’s nothing but smooth sailing ahead.

  • Business Name Registration and Licensing
  • Employee Identification Number (EIN)

Managing a compliant drug and alcohol program under USCG regulations can be a logistical headache. From coordinating with testing facilities to tracking records and ensuring follow-ups, even small missteps can lead to serious consequences. Gradient simplifies the process, handling the major aspects of compliance — from random testing and pre-employment screenings to training and coordination with Medical Review Officers (MROs) and Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs). With our support, you can foster a safer, more reliable crew while protecting your business’s reputation and bottom line.

  • Random Selection Management
  • Test Setup, Coordination, and Tracking
  • Follow-up Testing Program Management
  • Document Retention
  • National Network of Collection Sites, Labs, and MROs
  • Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training
  • Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy Development
  • SAP Referrals
  • DOT MIS and Audit Reporting
  • Regulatory Consulting

Ensuring compliance with USCG drug and alcohol testing requirements can feel overwhelming, especially when missteps risk delays or non-compliance. Gradient simplifies the process with trusted, professional collection services that uphold the highest standards of integrity. With two Oregon-based collection sites, we make sure every test is accurate, efficient, and fully compliant — giving you peace of mind while keeping your operations on course.

specimen collections

CleanFleet and Glostone are now Gradient

We’ve joined forces to deliver even greater compliance solutions. By uniting our strengths and resources, we can provide an elevated level of partnership — all with the same trusted team safeguarding your future.
Learn about our history