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Drug and Alcohol Testing for CDL Drivers

The online course titled Drug and Alcohol Testing for CDL Drivers elucidates the procedures and requirements for drug and alcohol testing, its impact on transportation personnel, the testing procedure itself, the repercussions of a positive test result and the ways to seek assistance for substance abuse issues.

Drug and Alcohol Testing for CDL Drivers

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Drug and Alcohol Testing for CDL Drivers course is an online resource that provides a comprehensive insight into the drug and alcohol testing mandate and its implications for transportation personnel. It details the testing procedure, the consequences of testing positive for a substance, and the support channels for addressing drug or alcohol problems.

It’s a widespread understanding that alcohol, drugs, and driving are a lethal combination. Despite this, intoxicated drivers continue to cause a significant number of accidents. The Federal Transportation Employee Testing Act has mandated motor carriers to implement stringent drug and alcohol testing programs to ensure commercial vehicle drivers remain sober while on the road.

The Drug and Alcohol Testing for CDL Drivers course covers all aspects including DOT and FMCSA drug and alcohol regulations, the basics of drug and alcohol testing, the testing procedure, removal and return-to-duty policies for CDL drivers, substance abuse, and how to seek assistance, among other topics.

COURSE TOPICS

The online Drug and Alcohol Testing for CDL Drivers course covers the following topics: 

  • Introduction
  • DOT/FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Regulations
  • Basics of Drug and Alcohol Testing
  • Procedure for Drug and Alcohol Testing
  • Removal and Return-to-Duty Policies
  • Addressing Substance Abuse… Seeking Help
  • Conclusion

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

The course duration is approximately 45 minutes

PASS MARK

Testing conducted throughout this online course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A minimum score of 80% is required to pass this course. Students are given three attempts to achieve the pass mark. A comprehensive student manual is available for download and printing, serving as a valuable resource for future reference and knowledge retention.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.

COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 45 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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