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particular alcohol testing device that the
BAT or STT will be using. The training
must also emphasize the responsibility of the
BAT and STT for maintaining the integrity
of the testing process and ensuring the
privacy of employees being tested. The
training must instruct BATs and STTs on
how to avoid conduct or statements that
could be viewed as offensive or
inappropriate.
The instructor must be an individual who
has demonstrated the necessary knowledge,
skills, and abilities by regularly conducting
DOT alcohol tests as an STT or BAT for at
least a year or who has conducted STT or
BAT training on Part 40 requirements for at
least a year, or who has successfully
completed a “train the trainer” course.
Proficiency Demonstration. BATs
must conduct seven error-free mock
collections to demonstrate proficiency in
alcohol testing and the use of the Evidential
Breath Testing Device (EBT) that he/she
will be using. STTs must complete five
error-free mock collections to demonstrate
proficiency in alcohol testing and the use of
the Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) that
he/she will use.
A qualified individual that evaluates the
BAT/STT’s performance must monitor the
demonstrations and document in writing that
the mock collections were error-free.
Refresher Training. BATs and STTs
must undergo refresher training at least
every 5 years from the date on which they
satisfactorily completed their initial
qualifications training and proficiency
demonstration. The refresher training must
meet the same requirements.
Error Correction Training. BATs and
STTs must undergo error correction training
if they make a mistake in the alcohol testing
process that causes a test to be cancelled,
including fatal and uncorrected flaws. The
training must occur within 30 days of the
date of the error and must cover the subject
matter area(s) of the error. The BAT or STT
must also demonstrate proficiency in the
alcohol testing procedures by conducting
three error-free mock tests of which two are
related to the error and one is uneventful.
The training and proficiency demonstration
must be observed, evaluated, and
documented in writing by a qualified
instructor.
Medical Review Officers
The Medical Review Officer (MRO) is
the gatekeeper of the drug testing program.
As such, individuals must meet the
following requirements to qualify as an
MRO:
Credentials. An MRO must be a
licensed physician (Doctor of Medicine or
Osteopathy).
Basic Knowledge. An MRO must be
knowledgeable about and have clinical
experience in controlled substance abuse
disorders including detailed knowledge of
Chapter 5. Training 5-10 August 2002