SAP Regulatory Guidelines 2

Question 1

Under 49 CFR Part 40, which agency sets the procedures for DOT drug and alcohol testing?

Accepted Answer

DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance (ODAPC)

Answer

ODAPC issues 49 CFR Part 40, which establishes procedures all DOT agencies must follow for workplace drug and alcohol testing.

Question 2

A SAP's written report to the employer after completing the face-to-face evaluation must be provided within how many business days?

Accepted Answer

5 business days

Answer

The SAP must provide the written report to the employer within 5 business days of the evaluation per 49 CFR Part 40.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a DOT modal agency that enforces drug and alcohol testing regulations?

Accepted Answer

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Answer

OSHA is not a DOT modal agency and does not enforce 49 CFR Part 40 drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Question 4

When must a return-to-duty drug test be conducted after a SAP recommends an employee's return?

Accepted Answer

Before the employee resumes safety-sensitive functions

Answer

A return-to-duty test must be conducted and result in a negative result before the employee performs any safety-sensitive function.

Question 5

Under DOT regulations, an employee who refuses to submit to a required drug or alcohol test is treated as having:

Accepted Answer

A verified positive test result

Answer

A refusal to test is treated the same as a verified positive test result under 49 CFR Part 40.191.

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