DOT “Reasonable Suspicion” Testing Overview… for Managers and Supervisors

This Interactive course on DOT “Reasonable Suspicion” Testing Overview… for Managers and Supervisors discusses the concept of reasonable suspicion testing, how managers and supervisors can administer the regulation fairly and effectively, and the new “oral fluids testing” method. Under federal law, managers who suspect that a commercial driver has a substance use disorder or is actually impaired are required to send the employee for immediate drug and alcohol testing. Called “reasonable suspicion” testing, it is one of the six situations in which motor carrier employees who perform “safety-sensitive” duties, such as driving, are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing. By getting impaired drivers off the road, “reasonable suspicion” testing can help prevent road accidents, injuries… even fatalities. Areas covered in the course include an overview of “Reasonable Suspicion” testing, what makes suspicion “reasonable”, recognizing signs of substance use disorders, approaching employees who may be impaired and more.

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Topics covered in these products include:

  • Know that federal law specifies six situations where motor carrier employees who perform “safety-sensitive” duties are required to undergo drug or alcohol testing.
  • Describe the responsibilities that motor carrier managers have regarding “Reasonable Suspicion” testing for drugs or alcohol.
  • Be aware of the types of situations that justify “Reasonable Suspicion” testing.
    Know the procedures that managers or supervisors should use to properly administer “Reasonable Suspicion” testing.
  • Recognize that “Reasonable Suspicion” drug and alcohol testing helps to keep impaired drivers off the road and ensure that public highways are safer for everyone.
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Associated Industries: Transportation and Warehouse Environments.
Associated Topic Titles: DOT / Transportation, Drug & Alcohol, Wellness.


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