DOT Oral Fluid Collector Train-the-Trainer

The DOT Oral Fluid Collector Train-the-Trainer program offers approximately 8-hours of training, providing learners with the knowledge, skills, and tools to qualify others to perform DOT-compliant oral fluid collections. Developed by attorney and subject matter expert Andrew Easler, this program is ideal for corporate trainers, health and safety professionals, independent consultants, and others responsible for training in drug and alcohol testing procedures.

This training program combines mock collections and scenario-based exercises to deliver a practical, hands-on experience that mirrors real-world collection scenarios. Learners receive initial testing devices, booklets, and other resources shipped directly to their doorstep, ensuring a seamless start to their training. Participants gain the knowledge and qualifications to teach others how to conduct accurate and compliant oral fluid collections while meeting DOT regulations and state-specific protocols.

Upon successful completion, learners receive a free Training Manager account, allowing them to enroll others in the initial proficiency course for a flat rate of $90 per learner, per course. This enables trainers to focus on delivering high-quality mock collection training while our subject matter experts keep course content accurate, compliant, and up-to-date. All materials are Attorney Trusted®, providing a foundation of credibility and quality that helps build trust with learners, employers, and stakeholders.

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With this program, learners gain the expertise to confidently teach DOT oral fluid collection, ensuring others meet the highest standards for compliance and professionalism in this emerging area of drug testing and are provided with the tools to deliver exceptional training to others.

The DOT Oral Fluid Collector Train-the-Trainer Course is a specialized program designed to prepare learners with the expertise needed to train others to properly collect and handle oral fluid specimens for DOT-regulated drug testing and perform mock collections. Developed by Andrew Easler, an attorney and subject matter expert in drug and alcohol testing, this course ensures compliance with the latest DOT regulations and learners to become leaders in this evolving field.

On May 2, 2023, the DOT published a final rule in the Federal Register amending its drug testing regulations to include oral fluid testing, effective June 1, 2023. This landmark decision was the culmination of years of research and public input aimed at expanding options for compliance and improving drug testing efficiency. The updated regulations highlight the importance of employers maintaining standing orders with collection sites and establishing business relationships with oral fluid collectors and laboratories.

This course covers regulatory updates and emphasizes the practical benefits and technical skills required to implement oral fluid testing in DOT-regulated industries. By completing this program, learners gain the tools to advance their careers and support employers, employees, collectors, C/TPAs, MROs, and SAPs in adapting to the latest standards in drug testing.

DOT Oral fluid drug testing offers a modern, non-invasive alternative to traditional urine testing. With its convenience, efficiency, and reduced risk of adulteration, oral fluid collection enhances the reliability of drug testing programs while providing a more comfortable experience for the individual being tested. The quick and straightforward process requires minimal resources, eliminating the need for specialized facilities and making it an ideal option for DOT-regulated testing.

• Understand the new DOT final rule that includes oral fluid testing in the DOT-regulated industry drug testing program and the implications for employers, employees, collectors, C/TPAs, MROs, and SAPs.
• Learn the proper techniques and procedures for collecting oral fluid specimens for DOT drug testing and the best practices for handling, storing, and shipping these specimens to labs for analysis.
• Understand the differences between oral fluid drug testing and traditional urine testing and the benefits of using oral fluid testing in the DOT-regulated industry, including the convenience, efficiency, and non-invasiveness of the testing process.
• Learn how to instruct others in the proper oral fluid specimen collection techniques, including using the device properly, observing the collection process, and completing the Chain of Custody Form (CCF) for oral fluid specimens.
• Develop effective training strategies and materials that can be used to train other individuals in the proper collection and handling of oral fluid specimens for DOT drug testing, including how to use visual aids, interactive activities, and practical demonstrations to enhance learning.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations involved in DOT oral fluid drug testing, including confidentiality, privacy, and compliance with federal regulations and guidelines.
• Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the qualification exam for becoming a qualified trainer in the proper collection and handling of oral fluid specimens for DOT drug testing and receive a certificate of completion.