This course is a comprehensive overview of impairing factors (physical, mental and chemical) and their impact in the workplace. Designed as a train-the-trainer to provide the resources for supervisors, employers, and managers to go back to their workplace and train their employees on recognizing signs and symptoms of impairment.
This course meets the DOT training requirements and also prepares participants to deliver the 2 hour training to safety-sensitive employees as described in 49 CFR Part 40.
Introduction:
- Purpose and Scope
- Other Resources
- Reasonable Suspicion
- Employer’s Responsibilities (40.11-40.27)
- Alcohol Suspicion
- Drug Suspicion
- Signs and Symptoms
Education and Training:
- Signs & Symptoms of Alcohol & Controlled Substances Use
- Detection Periods
- Alcohol
- Amphetamine
- Cocaine
- Cannabinoids (Marijuana) with a special emphasis on Medical Marijuana in the Workplace
- Opiates (Narcotics)
- Phencyclidine (PCP)
Types of Testing:
- Pre-Employment Testing
- Reasonable Suspicion Testing
- Post Accident Testing
- Random Testing
- Pre-Employment Verification
- Alcohol & Controlled Substances
- Accident Testing Report
- Random Testing Documentation Form
- Observed Behavior Reasonable
Suspicion Record Administration:
- Recordkeeping
- Documentation
- Confidentiality
Prerequisites: None
Course Includes: Student materials including a resource book, Alcohol/Drug Supervisory Training PowerPoint Presentation and electronic resources on USB flash drive. Lunch and refreshments provided.
