CSC Drug & Alcohol Testing Protocols 3

Question 1

When conducting a DOT alcohol test using a breath alcohol technician (BAT) device, what BAT result requires a confirmation test?

Accepted Answer

0.02 g/dL or higher

Answer

Under 49 CFR Part 40, a screening result of 0.02 g/dL or greater requires a confirmation test on an EBT device.

Question 2

A split-specimen collection produces a 'B' specimen. When is the 'B' specimen sent to the laboratory?

Accepted Answer

Only when the donor requests a retest after a positive result on the 'A' specimen

Answer

The 'B' (split) specimen is retained frozen at the primary lab and sent to a second SAMHSA-certified lab only upon the donor's timely request after receiving a positive result.

Question 3

Which panel is used for standard DOT-mandated federal workplace drug testing?

Accepted Answer

5-panel (THC, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, PCP)

Answer

The DOT mandates a 5-panel test covering marijuana (THC), cocaine, opiates, amphetamines/methamphetamines, and phencyclidine (PCP).

Question 4

What must a collector do FIRST upon receiving a specimen that has an unacceptable temperature reading?

Accepted Answer

Ask the donor if they have a medical explanation and offer an observed re-collection

Answer

When temperature is out of range (below 90°F or above 100°F), the collector must ask the donor for a medical explanation and conduct a new collection under direct observation.

Question 5

During a drug test collection, a donor is observed adding a substance to the specimen cup. The collector should:

Accepted Answer

Discontinue the collection, note the circumstances on the CCF, and report it as a refusal to test

Answer

Observed adulteration is treated as a refusal to test; the collector stops the process, documents what was witnessed on the CCF, and notifies the DER.

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CSC Drug & Alcohol Testing Protocols 3