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Drug & Alcohol Testing Training Programs

Arrowhead Drug Screening provides comprehensive DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing training programs for employers, supervisors, collection personnel, occupational health providers, TPAs, and program administrators. Our instructor-led courses are designed to help organizations maintain compliance with 49 CFR Part 40 and agency-specific regulations while improving workplace safety and program effectiveness. We offer engaging in-person and virtual training led by experienced industry professionals using current regulatory guidance and up-to-date training materials.

In-Person and Virtual Classes Available

Self-paced online training courses are currently under development and will be available soon. Stay tuned for future course offerings.

DOT Reasonable Suspicion

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Employee Awareness

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DOT Specimen Collector

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DOT Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT)

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DOT Oral Fluid

DOT Reasonable Suspicion ✳︎ Employee Awareness ✳︎ DOT Specimen Collector ✳︎ DOT Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) ✳︎ DOT Oral Fluid

Training Courses

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  • This training prepares supervisors to recognize the signs and symptoms of drug use and alcohol misuse in safety-sensitive employees as required by applicable DOT regulations. The course covers behavioral, physical, speech, and performance indicators of probable substance use, proper documentation procedures, and employer responsibilities when making reasonable suspicion determinations. Training content is aligned with 49 CFR Part 382 (FMCSA), Part 655 (FTA), Part 219 (FRA), Part 199 (PHMSA), and Part 120 (FAA), as applicable. Participants gain the knowledge and confidence needed to make informed decisions while protecting employee rights and maintaining regulatory compliance.

  • Educated employees are a critical component of a successful workplace drug and alcohol testing program. This course provides employees with an understanding of company policies, DOT and non-DOT testing requirements, prohibited conduct, testing procedures, the effects of drugs and alcohol on workplace safety, and available resources for assistance. The training promotes a safer work environment while helping employers satisfy policy and educational objectives.

  • This course is designed for individuals responsible for managing and overseeing workplace drug and alcohol testing programs. Participants learn the responsibilities of a Designated Employer Representative (DER), including testing event management, result handling, recordkeeping requirements, compliance oversight, employer obligations, and interactions with service agents. Training incorporates DOT requirements found in 49 CFR Part 40 and applicable agency regulations.

  • This comprehensive collector training program prepares individuals to perform DOT urine specimen collections in accordance with 49 CFR Part 40. The course covers collection procedures, shy bladder situations, direct observations, fatal flaws, problem collections, documentation requirements, and collector responsibilities. Training includes qualification requirements and mock collections necessary to meet DOT collector qualification standards.

    Includes Regulations and Mocks

  • Designed for individuals performing DOT oral fluid drug testing collections, this course provides instruction on oral fluid collection procedures, specimen security, chain of custody requirements, collection device usage, donor interactions, and regulatory requirements. Participants receive training aligned with current DOT oral fluid testing regulations and qualification requirements under 49 CFR Part 40.

    Includes Regulations and Mocks

  • This course prepares individuals to conduct DOT breath alcohol tests in compliance with 49 CFR Part 40. Participants learn proper operation of Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs), testing procedures, quality assurance requirements, documentation standards, and error prevention techniques. The course includes qualification training and practical demonstrations required for BAT proficiency.

    Includes Regulations, Instrument Proficiency and Mocks

  • Designed for organizations and training providers seeking to develop internal training capabilities, this advanced course teaches participants how to effectively deliver drug and alcohol testing education, facilitate classroom instruction, evaluate performance, and maintain training compliance. Participants leave equipped with the tools needed to train employees, supervisors, and testing personnel within their organizations.

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"One of the most informative and engaging DOT training courses I've attended. The instructor explained complex regulations in a way that was easy to understand and provided real-world examples that made the material relevant to our day-to-day operations. The training was well-organized, up-to-date, and gave me greater confidence in managing our drug and alcohol testing program. I would highly recommend Arrowhead Drug Screening to anyone looking for quality training."

— Training Participant (DER Training)

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