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The “Supervisor Training Program: Drug & Alcohol Awareness for DOT-Regulated Supervisors” is designed to equip supervisors in safety-sensitive industries with the knowledge and tools to recognize and respond to drug and alcohol misuse in the workplace. This course fulfills the annual FAA/DOT requirement for reasonable suspicion training under 14 CFR Part 120 and 49 CFR Part 40.
- Understand the supervisor’s role in enforcing DOT drug and alcohol policies
- Recognize signs, symptoms, and behavioral indicators of impairment
- Learn the specific DOT testing regulations and procedures
- Properly document and initiate reasonable suspicion testing
- Promote a safe, compliant, and drug-free work environment
Target Audience: Supervisors overseeing employees in safety-sensitive roles within any DOT-regulated agency (FAA, FMCSA, PHMSA, FRA, FTA, USCG).
Course Duration: This course is designed to meet the DOT’s 2-hour minimum training requirement. It includes 3 video segments (total runtime: ~2 hours and 7 minutes) plus short quizzes throughout.
Segment 1: DOT Overview & Testing Procedures
- Purpose of the training and regulatory background
- Who is subject to testing and when
- DOT drug testing types and substances tested (NIDA 5)
- Refusals to test and consequences
Segment 2: Supervisor Responsibilities & Observations
- Role of the supervisor under DOT regulations
- Signs and symptoms of substance use
- CNS stimulants vs. depressants
- Physical, behavioral, and performance indicators
- How to complete and document a reasonable suspicion case
Segment 3: Alcohol Use & Final Procedures
- Effects of alcohol on the body and workplace performance
- Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) and prohibited behavior
- The Four I’s: Irritability, Invisibility, Irresponsibility, and Eye Signs
- Confidentiality, reporting, and employer responsibilities
- Permanent bar and return-to-duty process
Assessment and Certification: Short quizzes follow each segment and a final quiz is provided to assess comprehension. Upon successful completion, a personalized certificate is automatically generated.
Delivery Method: Video-based training delivered through Flightline’s Learning Management System (LMS), including segmented lessons and interactive quizzes.