CPC Observed & Monitored Collections 3

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a valid regulatory reason to require a direct observed collection under DOT Part 40?

Accepted Answer

The employer has a company policy requiring observed collections for all tests

Answer

Employers cannot unilaterally mandate direct observation for all tests; only specific regulatory circumstances defined in DOT Part 40 authorize observed collections.

Question 2

After a laboratory reports a specimen as substituted (creatinine <2 mg/dL and specific gravity <1.001 or >1.020), what collection method is required for any subsequent test?

Accepted Answer

Direct observed collection

Answer

Following a substituted result, all subsequent specimens from that donor must be collected under direct observation to prevent another substitution attempt.

Question 3

The collector must brief the observer before a direct observed collection. Which specific instruction must the collector provide?

Accepted Answer

To watch for any foreign object or device used to introduce a substitute specimen

Answer

The collector must tell the observer to watch for prosthetic devices or hidden containers that could be used to introduce a foreign substance as the specimen.

Question 4

For a return-to-duty test requiring direct observation, who formally authorizes the collection site to conduct an observed collection?

Accepted Answer

The Designated Employer Representative (DER) who orders the test

Answer

The DER is responsible for ordering the return-to-duty test and communicating to the collection site that a direct observed collection is required.

Question 5

What is the correct procedure if a donor claims they are physically unable to urinate while being directly observed?

Accepted Answer

Allow up to 3 hours with access to up to 40 ounces of water and document the inability if unsuccessful

Answer

DOT Part 40 shy bladder provisions allow up to 3 hours and up to 40 oz of fluids for the donor to attempt to provide a specimen, after which a physician must evaluate the claim.

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CPC Observed & Monitored Collections 3