MARCH 19, 2019 – If one of your DOT-regulated drivers showed up ready to work – but was under the influence of drugs or alcohol – would you be able to recognize the signs?
According to the FMCSA, the answer should be “yes.” In fact, anyone who supervises one or more drivers, and works for a company that operates CDL vehicles on public roads, is required to take a training course so that they can more easily identify symptoms of drug and alcohol abuse among their employees.
Under regulation 49 CFR 382.603, supervisors must complete 120 minutes of training: 60 minutes on the symptoms of alcohol abuse and 60 minutes on the symptoms of drug abuse. The goal of this training, which can be completed entirely online, is two-fold:
The FMCSA requires anyone who supervises drivers to complete this two-hour training program once they’re employed with your company. Once the requirement is met, they won’t need to take it again.
At Foley, we provide an interactive e-learning program that allows supervisors to complete the two-hour reasonable suspicion training entirely online. You can learn more about the program, and our other e-learning options, by calling (800) 253-5506.