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Professional Standards & Ethics Flashcards

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  1. According to DOT 49 CFR Part 40, who is responsible for ensuring that the SAP they use meets qualification requirements?

    Answer: The employer

    Employers are responsible for ensuring that the SAPs they use meet DOT qualification requirements under 49 CFR Part 40.

  2. Which scenario represents an appropriate SAP response to a language barrier with an employee being evaluated?

    Answer: Obtain a qualified interpreter or refer to a SAP who speaks the employee's language

    Professional ethics require obtaining a qualified interpreter or appropriate referral to ensure the evaluation is valid and fair.

  3. A SAP receives a subpoena for records related to a DOT evaluation. The correct response is to:

    Answer: Consult with an attorney and notify the employee before releasing records

    A SAP should consult legal counsel and, where possible, notify the employee before releasing records in response to a subpoena.

  4. An employee in the return-to-duty process tests positive on a follow-up test. The SAP's role at that point is to:

    Answer: Conduct another face-to-face evaluation and determine next steps

    A confirmed positive on a follow-up test triggers another SAP face-to-face evaluation to assess the situation and recommend next steps.

  5. Which of the following is an example of a SAP maintaining appropriate professional boundaries?

    Answer: Limiting interactions with the employee to evaluation and follow-up functions only

    SAPs must limit their professional relationship with the employee to evaluation and follow-up functions, not therapeutic ones.

  6. If a SAP believes an employee is not being truthful during the evaluation interview, the appropriate response is to:

    Answer: Use clinical judgment and collateral information to inform the evaluation findings

    SAPs are trained to use clinical judgment and collateral sources, not polygraphs or punitive measures, when credibility is in question.

  7. Under DOT regulations, the SAP is prohibited from:

    Answer: Making the return-to-duty determination without completing the required follow-up evaluation

    The SAP cannot authorize return to duty without completing the required face-to-face follow-up evaluation confirming compliance.