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Blended online training course

Reasonable-Suspicion Supervisor Training

Alcohol and controlled-substances observation training

8 video modules Planned final course: 2 hours Certificate pathway

The blended curriculum allocates 60 minutes to alcohol misuse and 60 minutes to controlled-substances use. Employers must confirm supervisor coverage and current requirements. Final compliance review pending.

Blended curriculum

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01
Supervisor Role & Legal Standard49 CFR 382.307 & 382.603Specific observations, supervisor authority, safety and dignity.10 minutes total: 4 narrated • 2 reading • 2 scenario • 1 reflection • 1 check • 5 min alcohol • 5 min controlled substances
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02
Alcohol: Appearance & Odor49 CFR 382.603Objective physical observations and alternative explanations.15 minutes total: 5 narrated • 3 reading • 4 scenario • 1 reflection • 2 check • 15 min alcohol
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03
Alcohol: Behavior, Speech & Performance49 CFR 382.603Speech changes, behavior shifts and safety-performance indicators.20 minutes total: 7 narrated • 3 reading • 6 scenario • 2 reflection • 2 check • 20 min alcohol
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04
Alcohol Testing Timing & Removal49 CFR 382.307 and 382.505Prompt testing, removal from duty and safe transportation.15 minutes total: 5 narrated • 4 reading • 3 scenario • 1 reflection • 2 check • 15 min alcohol
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05
Controlled Substances: Physical Indicators49 CFR 382.603Observable clusters, medical alternatives and emergency response.20 minutes total: 7 narrated • 3 reading • 6 scenario • 2 reflection • 2 check • 20 min controlled substances
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06
Controlled Substances: Behavior & Performance49 CFR 382.603Marked changes, performance facts and proper supervisor boundaries.20 minutes total: 7 narrated • 3 reading • 6 scenario • 2 reflection • 2 check • 20 min controlled substances
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07
Objective Documentation49 CFR 382.307Facts, timing, context, witnesses and confidential records.10 minutes total: 3 narrated • 2 reading • 2 scenario • 1 reflection • 2 check • 3 min alcohol • 7 min controlled substances
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08
Conducting the Supervisor ConversationEmployer procedure aligned to 49 CFR Part 382Private setting, calm communication and non-confrontational action.10 minutes total: 3 narrated • 1 reading • 3 scenario • 1 reflection • 2 check • 2 min alcohol • 8 min controlled substances
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