The 3 Key DOT Compliance Trainings

Government documents have never been considered “light reading”, and trying to meet the Department of Transportation’s drug and alcohol compliance can be difficult.

While DATCO Services makes it easy for you to meet all your compliance needs through our video training center, understanding DOT policy is still essential.

DOT’s 49 CFR Part 40 rule describes the required procedures for workplace drug and alcohol testing. In this blog we’ll be defining the three key DOT training processes needed to meet compliance.

DOT Rule 49 CFR Part 40 Trainings

Error Correction Training: Training provided to BATs, collectors, and screening test technicians (STTs) following an error that resulted in the cancellation of a drug or alcohol test. Error correction training must be provided in person or by a means that provides real-time observation and interaction between the instructor and trainee.

Qualification Training: The training required in order for a collector, BAT, MRO, SAP, or STT to be qualified to perform their functions in the DOT drug and alcohol testing program. Qualification training may be provided by any appropriate means (e.g., classroom instruction, internet application, CD–ROM, video).

Refresher Training: 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, CD–ROM, video).