DOT Breath Alcohol Training
The Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) and/or Screening Test Technician (STT) is a person who instructs and assists employees in the alcohol testing process and operates an evidential breath testing or alcohol screening device, respectively. Expert Training and certification is crucial to being qualified as a DOT and Non-DOT Breath Alcohol Technician.
Our Alcohol Testing Collector Training course is designed to meet the requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for conducting alcohol tests using an Evidential Breath Testing (EBT) device. This training ensures that collectors are fully trained in breath alcohol testing procedures, equipment use, and regulatory compliance to maintain testing integrity nationwide.
Who Should Take This Training?
- Individuals seeking DOT alcohol technician certification
- Occupational health professionals conducting alcohol testing
- Mobile or on-site testing collectors
- Clinic or TPA personnel expanding service offerings
- Employer-designated staff performing in-house alcohol testing
- Medical staff aiming to meet federal compliance standards
What You Will Learn
- DOT alcohol testing procedures per 49 CFR Part 40
- How to use EBT devices and complete the Alcohol Testing Form (ATF)
- Steps for conducting screening and confirmation tests
- How to handle refusals, test failures, or shy lung scenarios
- Maintaining calibration logs and equipment records
- Collector responsibilities, prohibited conduct, and audit prep
This nationally accessible training program prepares participants for professional breath alcohol collection roles with both knowledge and hands-on practice. By mastering the proper use of EBT equipment and DOT testing protocols, graduates will be qualified to perform alcohol tests with full regulatory confidence and accuracy—whether in a clinic, field, or employer site setting.
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