The Non-DOT Urine Specimen Collector Training program is an online course that provides learners with comprehensive training on the best practices, procedures, and compliance concerns involved in Non-DOT drug testing protocols. This training is distinct from federal and DOT testing protocols, and it is important that collectors have proper training on these unique Non-DOT procedures.
Non-DOT drug testing protocols are those that are not regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Non-DOT testing may be performed for a variety of reasons, such as pre-employment screening, post-accident testing, and random drug testing programs for private employers. These testing protocols have their own rules and regulations, which collectors must be familiar with in order to properly perform collections and testing.
The Non-DOT Urine Specimen Collector Training program is designed to provide collectors with a comprehensive understanding of these protocols, including the best practices for conducting collections and testing, the proper procedures for handling and storing specimens, and the compliance concerns involved. Through interactive online modules, learners will be able to work at their own pace, and they will have access to training materials that can be shipped directly to their home or work.
One of the key components of the Non-DOT Urine Specimen Collector Training program is that it emphasizes the unique nature of Non-DOT drug testing protocols. Collectors who are familiar with federal and DOT testing protocols may assume that the procedures and rules are the same for Non-DOT testing, but this is not the case. Non-DOT protocols have their own requirements, such as the use of "collect-only" tests and "QuickScreens," also known as "Rapid-Dip Panels" or "Instant Tests."
In order to properly perform collections and testing for Non-DOT drug testing protocols, collectors must be trained on the specific procedures and compliance concerns involved. The Non-DOT Urine Specimen Collector Training program covers these topics in detail, ensuring that learners have the knowledge and skills necessary to properly perform collections and testing in a Non-DOT setting.
Upon completion of the Non-DOT Urine Specimen Collector Training program, learners will be qualified to perform collections for both "collect-only" protocols and instant preliminary results to donors (rapid dip panel screening) not regulated by the DOT. They will also be able to perform Non-DOT urinalysis (UA) for a variety of purposes, including pre-employment screening, post-accident testing, and random drug testing programs for private employers.
It is important to note that this course does not include an instructor-led training portion. However, learners will have access to videos, documents, and resources to help them learn the necessary skills and knowledge. Additionally, the course emphasizes the importance of having a thorough understanding of the unique Non-DOT drug testing protocols, and provides learners with the tools they need to properly perform collections and testing in a Non-DOT setting.