Drug and Alcohol Testing Overview

Drug and alcohol testing is a critical component of safety compliance in the trucking industry. The Drug and Alcohol Testing Overview course provides employees with a thorough understanding of testing requirements, procedures, and safety implications.

Drivers and safety-sensitive employees will learn how substances affect performance, the standard testing process, the meaning of test results, and the consequences of non-compliance. This course promotes safer driving practices and helps maintain regulatory compliance.

Course Content

This course includes detailed instruction on:

  • The effects of drugs and alcohol on driver performance and safety
  • Overview of testing procedures, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing
  • Types of test results and what they indicate
  • Regulatory requirements for drug and alcohol testing in the trucking industry
  • Consequences and interventions following a positive test

Fee

$39.95

Instruction

Student Seld-Service, Online

Duration

4 Hours Classroom Equivalent

More Information

Student Profile: Safety Professionals Drivers
Pre-requisites: None
Language of Instruction: English

Upcoming Opportunties

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This online training course is delivered by CarriersEdge, a trusted Saskatchewan Trucking Association partner.

Lesson Qty: 3
Passing Score: 85

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