DOT Reasonable Suspicion Drug Testing
Course Program
Course Description
This course provides supervisors with the training required under 49 CFR 382.603 to confidently and accurately make reasonable suspicion determinations for drug and alcohol testing. Participants will learn to identify signs of substance misuse, document observations, and handle confrontations professionally.
Understand the regulatory requirements for reasonable suspicion determinations under 49 CFR 382.603
Learn the reasonable suspicion process, including: observing, confirming, documenting, confronting, and testing
Recognize the warning signs of alcohol misuse and drug abuse, including their effects on the body
Develop techniques for approaching drivers and easing tense situations during confrontations
Handle difficult situations professionally when addressing drivers suspected of substance misuse
Master the documentation process for observed behavior to ensure compliance and accuracy
