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Random test Reason to believe Reasonable cause test Recipient Refresher training Refusal to test on rails or electromagnetic guideways, including (1) commuter or other short-haul rail passenger service in a metropolitan or suburban area, as well as any commuter rail service that was operated by the Consolidated Rail Corporation as of January 1, 1979, and (2) high-speed ground transportation systems that connect metropolitan areas, without regard to whether they use new technologies not associated with traditional railroads. Such term does not include rapid transit operations within an urban area that are not connected to the general railroad system of transportation. A drug test administered annually to a predetermined percentage of employees who perform safety-sensitive functions and who are selected on a scientifically defensible random and unannounced basis. Objective information indicating that a particular individual may alter or substitute a urine specimen. A drug test given to a current employee who performs in a safety-sensitive position, and who is reasonably suspected by one or more trained supervisors or company officials of using a prohibited drug or misusing alcohol. An entity receiving federal financial assistance under 49 U.S.C. 5307, 5309, or 5311; or under 23 U.S.C. 103(e)(4). The training required periodically for qualified collectors, BATs, and STTs to review basic requirements and provide instruction concerning changes in technology (e.g., new testing methods that may be authorized) and amendments, interpretations, guidance, and issues concerning this part and DOT agency drug and alcohol testing regulations. Refresher training can be provided by any appropriate means (e.g., classroom instruction, internet application, CDROM, video). A covered employee fails to provide a urine sample as required by 49 CFR Part 40, without a valid medical explanation, after he or she has received notice of the requirement to be tested in accordance with the provisions of this subpart, or engages in conduct that Appendix H. Terms and Definitions H-10 August 2002
clearly obstructs the testing process. An employee is considered to have refused to test if he/she fails to do the following: Appear for any test within a reasonable time, as determined by the employer, after being directed to do so by the employer; Remain at the testing site until the testing process is complete; Provide a urine or breath specimen for any drug test required by this part or DOT agency regulations; In the case of a directly observed or monitored collection in a drug test, fails to permit the observation or monitoring of your provision of a specimen; Provide a sufficient amount of urine or breath when directed, and it has been determined, through a required medical evaluation, that there was no adequate medical explanation for the failure; Declines to take a second test the employer or collector has directed him/her to take; Undergo a medical examination or evaluation, as directed by the MRO as part of the verification process, or as directed by the DER as part of the “shy bladder” or “shy lung” procedures; Cooperate with any part of the testing process (e.g., refuse to empty pockets when so directed by the collector, behave in a confrontational way that disrupts the collection process), if the MRO reports that there is verified adulterated, or substituted test result; or Sign “Step 2” of the alcohol testing form. Return-to-duty test An initial drug test prior to return to duty given to employees performing in safety-sensitive functions who previously tested positive to a drug test and are returning to safety-sensitive positions. A return-to-duty test is also required of an individual who has refused another type of test required by the FTA rule. As of August 31, 2009, USDOT requires mandatory direct observation for all return-to-duty tests. Revenue service vehicle A vehicle used to transport passengers, including a bus, van, car, railcar, locomotive, trolley car, trolley bus, ferry boat, or a vehicle used on a fixed guideway or inclined plane. Appendix H. Terms and Definitions H-11 August 2002
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Random test<br />
Reason to believe<br />
Reasonable cause test<br />
Recipient<br />
Refresher training<br />
Refusal to test<br />
on rails or electromagnetic guideways, including (1)<br />
commuter or other short-haul rail passenger service in a<br />
metropolitan or suburban area, as well as any commuter<br />
rail service that was operated by the Consolidated Rail<br />
Corporation as of January 1, 1979, and (2) high-speed<br />
ground transportation systems that connect metropolitan<br />
areas, without regard to whether they use new<br />
technologies not associated with traditional railroads.<br />
Such term does not include rapid transit operations<br />
within an urban area that are not connected to the<br />
general railroad system of transportation.<br />
A drug test administered annually to a predetermined<br />
percentage of employees who perform safety-sensitive<br />
functions and who are selected on a scientifically<br />
defensible random and unannounced basis.<br />
Objective information indicating that a particular<br />
individual may alter or substitute a urine specimen.<br />
A drug test given to a current employee who performs in<br />
a safety-sensitive position, and who is reasonably<br />
suspected by one or more trained supervisors or<br />
company officials of using a prohibited drug or misusing<br />
alcohol.<br />
An entity receiving federal financial assistance<br />
under 49 U.S.C. 5307, 5309, or 5311; or under 23<br />
U.S.C. 103(e)(4).<br />
The training required periodically for qualified<br />
collectors, BATs, and STTs to review basic<br />
requirements and provide instruction concerning<br />
changes in technology (e.g., new testing methods that<br />
may be authorized) and amendments, interpretations,<br />
guidance, and issues concerning this part and DOT<br />
agency drug and alcohol testing regulations. Refresher<br />
training can be provided by any appropriate means (e.g.,<br />
classroom instruction, internet application, CDROM,<br />
video).<br />
A covered employee fails to provide a urine sample as<br />
required by 49 CFR Part 40, without a valid medical<br />
explanation, after he or she has received notice of the<br />
requirement to be tested in accordance with the<br />
provisions of this subpart, or engages in conduct that<br />
Appendix H. Terms and Definitions H-10 August 2002
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