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Drug Testing Protocols & Compliance Standards Flashcards

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  1. Under DOT 49 CFR Part 40, what is the minimum volume of urine required for a primary specimen?

    Answer: 30 mL

    DOT regulations require at least 30 mL of urine for the primary specimen in a federal workplace drug test.

  2. A collector notices the urine temperature is 96°F. What should the collector do?

    Answer: Accept the specimen as valid

    A temperature between 90°F and 100°F (32–38°C) is within the acceptable range and the specimen should be accepted.

  3. What federal agency sets workplace drug testing standards for transportation employees?

    Answer: DOT

    The Department of Transportation (DOT) sets the drug and alcohol testing standards for safety-sensitive transportation employees.

  4. When a donor provides a specimen with a creatinine below 2 mg/dL, how is it reported?

    Answer: Substituted

    Creatinine below 2 mg/dL (combined with specific gravity criteria) meets the criteria for a substituted result.

  5. Which of the following adulterants would most likely cause an oxidizing result on a specimen validity test?

    Answer: Bleach

    Bleach is a strong oxidizing agent that can destroy drug metabolites and is detectable via oxidant colorimetric testing.

  6. The MRO must report a verified positive result to the employer within how many days of receiving the lab report?

    Answer: 5 business days

    Under DOT rules, the MRO must report verified results to the DER within 5 business days.

  7. Which chain-of-custody form is used for federal workplace drug testing?

    Answer: Federal CCF (OMB No. 0930-0158)

    The Federal Custody and Control Form (CCF), OMB No. 0930-0158, is the required form for all DOT-mandated drug tests.