Description
Reasonable Suspicion for Supervisors
The FAA Supervisor training online course will satisfy the requirements for 14 CFR Part 120 for the annual compliance training. This course will help you identify reasonable physical, behavioral, and workplace performance indications of drug and alcohol abuse. The training also satisfy reasonable cause training requirements.
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14 CFR Part 120 Supervisor and Employee training requirements:
- Employee Training (Drug Testing Program):
- Must cover effects and consequences of drug use on health, safety, and work environment.
- Includes recognizing manifestations and behavioral cues of drug use.
- Documentation of training provided to employees and supervisors.
- Supervisor Training (Drug Testing Program):
- Supervisors for reasonable cause determinations must receive at least 60 minutes of initial training.
- Training includes identifying physical, behavioral, and performance indicators of drug use.
- Recurrent training recommended every 12-18 months.
- Alcohol Testing Program:
- Educational materials provided on alcohol misuse requirements and employer policies.
- Supervisors for reasonable suspicion determinations must receive 60 minutes of training on indicators of alcohol misuse.
- No specific requirement for recurrent training, but periodic reviews are recommended.
FAA Drug and Alcohol Training Requirements Overview
The FAA mandates specific training and distribution requirements outlined in 14 CFR §§ 120.115 and 120.223 for safety-sensitive employees and their supervisors, particularly those involved in reasonable cause/suspicion testing determinations.
- Drug Testing Requirements:
- Initial employee training covers the effects of drug use on health, safety, and work environment, and includes identifying behavioral cues of drug abuse.
- Supervisory training includes recognizing physical, behavioral, and performance indicators of drug use. Initial training is at least 60 minutes with recurrent training recommended every 12-18 months.
- Alcohol Testing Requirements:
- Employees receive educational materials detailing alcohol misuse requirements and employer policies.
- Supervisors conducting reasonable suspicion alcohol determinations undergo 60 minutes of training on indicators like physical symptoms and behavioral changes.
New FAA Regulations for September 2024: Enhanced Compliance Requirements
Starting September 2024, the FAA has introduced new regulations aimed at strengthening drug and alcohol compliance for pilots. These changes emphasize the critical importance of adhering to updated standards, ensuring that all safety-sensitive employees, especially pilots, meet stricter guidelines. The new regulations require additional training hours and more frequent assessments to ensure compliance, making it crucial for aviation professionals to stay informed and prepared.
To understand the full scope of these changes and their impact on your operations, read our detailed blog post on the September 2024 FAA regulation updates. This post provides essential insights into how the new rules will affect your training requirements and compliance strategies.
TAG/AMS: Comprehensive Drug Testing and Compliance Services
At TAG/AMS, we provide tailored solutions for your drug testing and compliance needs. As a leading FAA/DOT drug testing and compliance consortium, we offer customized programs for reasonable suspicion drug testing, random drug testing, and alcohol testing. Our goal is to ensure you remain compliant with federal mandates and maintain a Drug-Free Federal Workplace plan as per the Drug-Free Federal Workplace Act of 1988.
Our History
Aviation Medical Systems (AMS) Employee Drug/Alcohol Testing was established in 1989. We specialize in managing compliance and implementing the FAA and DOT drug/alcohol testing programs.
Our List of Clients
We proudly serve a range of federal and state agencies, including:
- DOT/FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
- DOT/FMCSA: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (formerly known as FHWA)
- DOT/FTA: Federal Transit Administration
- DOT/PHMSA: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
- DOT/USCG: US Coast Guard
- PUC: State of California Public Utilities Commission
- Non-Regulated: Private Company Programs
Memberships
We are actively involved with several industry organizations, including:
- National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
- Substance Abuse Program Administrators
- Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association
- Business Consumer Alliance
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