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Drug & Alcohol – Supervisor Training Certification (Reasonable Suspicion Training) – Access

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Drug & Alcohol – Supervisor Training Certification (Reasonable Suspicion Training) – Access

DOT-compliant Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Training required under 49 CFR Part 382.603.
This course provides 120 minutes of mandatory training (60 min Drug + 60 min Alcohol) to help supervisors recognize reasonable suspicion, handle violations, document incidents, and maintain compliance.
Instant certificate included.

Drug & Alcohol – Supervisor Training Certification (Reasonable Suspicion Training) – Access

$0.00

DOT-compliant Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Training required under 49 CFR Part 382.603.
This course provides 120 minutes of mandatory training (60 min Drug + 60 min Alcohol) to help supervisors recognize reasonable suspicion, handle violations, document incidents, and maintain compliance.
Instant certificate included.

Questions? Call (307) 200-8338, Mon-Fri 7am–7pm CT.

Drug & Alcohol – Supervisor Training Certification

DOT-compliant Supervisor Drug and Alcohol Training required under 49 CFR §382.603.

This online Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training is designed for anyone who supervises
DOT-regulated, safety-sensitive employees (such as CDL drivers). The course provides the required
120 minutes of training (60 minutes on drugs and 60 minutes on alcohol) and prepares
supervisors to detect misuse, document incidents properly, and follow DOT-compliant procedures.

  • 120 minutes total (60 minutes Drug + 60 minutes Alcohol)
  • Online, self-paced, and mobile friendly
  • Instant Certificate of Completion
  • Accepted nationwide by FMCSA and DOT auditors
  • Ideal for motor carriers and DOT-regulated employers

What This
Includes

  • Interactive online modules available 24/7
  • Real-world, reasonable suspicion case scenarios
  • Step-by-step guidance for handling suspected drug or alcohol use
  • Documentation and recordkeeping best practices
  • Final assessment to confirm understanding
  • 1-year access to course materials

What Supervisors Will Learn

1. Recognizing Drug Misuse

  • Behavioral, physical, and performance-related indicators of drug misuse
  • Common DOT-prohibited substances and their typical effects
  • Patterns of impairment and changes in work behavior

2. Identifying Alcohol Misuse

  • Signs and symptoms of alcohol impairment
  • On-duty, pre-duty, and post-accident alcohol use restrictions
  • Understanding BAC limits and zero-tolerance expectations

3. Reasonable Suspicion Process

  • The Observe → Document → Act → Test workflow
  • How to properly remove an employee from safety-sensitive duties
  • How to approach the employee professionally and consistently

4. Documentation & Compliance Responsibilities

  • How to document observations for reasonable suspicion
  • Recordkeeping expectations for DOT and FMCSA audits
  • Supervisor responsibilities versus employer responsibilities

Course Module Outline

  • Module 1: DOT Drug & Alcohol Regulations (FMCSA, 49 CFR Part 40, Part 382)
  • Module 2: Drug Misuse Training (60 minutes)
  • Module 3: Alcohol Misuse Training (60 minutes)
  • Module 4: Reasonable Suspicion Procedures
  • Module 5: Documentation and Compliance
  • Module 6: Final Assessment & Certificate

Regulatory
Compliance.

This training is designed to help employers meet the supervisor training requirements under:

  • 49 CFR §382.603 – Training for supervisors on alcohol misuse and controlled substances use
  • 49 CFR Part 40 – Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs

Employers remain responsible for implementing a full drug and alcohol testing program.
This course focuses on the supervisor training component required by federal regulation.

Who Should Take This Course?

  • Fleet managers and safety managers
  • Dispatchers acting as supervisors
  • Operations and terminal managers
  • HR and compliance staff
  • Owner-operators with employed drivers
  • Any supervisor overseeing CDL drivers or other DOT-regulated roles

How It Works

  • Purchase the course for one or more supervisors.
  • Receive an email with login and access instructions.
  • Supervisors complete the online training at their own pace.
  • They pass the final assessment to verify understanding.
  • Download and save each supervisor’s certificate for your compliance file.

Frequently
Asked Questions.

Yes. Supervisors of DOT-regulated safety-sensitive employees must receive at least 60 minutes of training on alcohol misuse and 60 minutes on controlled substances use focused on recognizing signs and symptoms that create reasonable suspicion.

Yes. The training content and certificates are suitable for DOT and FMCSA compliance reviews.

The course provides a total of 120 minutes of instruction: 60 minutes on drugs and 60 minutes on alcohol.

Federal rules do not specify an expiration date, but many employers repeat supervisor training every 2–3 years as a best practice.

Yes. You can purchase multiple seats at checkout and enroll all supervisors who need training.

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