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Phone: 1-800-358-8450, 317-262-2200
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TRAINING INFORMATION

2008 Supervisor Training Only
Who is this class for:
This class is designed to meet the DOT supervisor training requirements for individuals who supervise
employees with a CDL license and who are responsible for identifying behavior associated with drug
and alcohol use. Employers are required to have a sufficient number of supervisors trained to meet this
mandatory DOT requirement. It is highly recommended that this training be provided to those who
supervise drivers and have direct contact with the drivers on a daily basis. This training is a “one” time
only requirement but periodic update is highly recommended. A Supervisor Training notebook is
provided for each attendee. If you do not want to purchase a notebook for each person please inform
us of that when you check in. Certificates verifying completion of the training will be issued at the
conclusion of the course. Auditors will typically ask to see verification of supervisor training compliance.
Course objectives:
  • Understanding DOT rules and regualtions
  • Your policy and the role it plays
  • Drug education
  • Alcohol education
  • How to determine reasonable suspicion
  • How to document observations
  • How to confront employees
  • How to help employees who test positive
  • Understand company responsibilities
  • Questions & Answers
Class schedule:
DATE: LOCATION: TIME:
May 6th (Tuesday) Midwest Toxicology Office - Indianapolis 8:30 - 12:00
September 26th (Friday) Midwest Toxicology Office - Indianapolis 8:30 - 12:00
November 5th (Wednesday) Midwest Toxicology Office - Indianapolis 8:30 - 12:00
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2008 Supervisor Training & DOT Update Seminars
In addition to Supervisor Training, this seminar will include a DOT Update Class immediately following the
Supervisor Training Class (lunch will be provided). The DOT Update Class will include:
  • Discussion and interpretation of all the rules and rule changes
  • Responsibilities of the DER (Designated Employer Representative)
  • Discussion of changes Midwest has made to keep our clients in compliance
  • Detailed discussion on what auditors look for in an audit and how to prepare for an audit
  • Presentation of our DOT record notebook
  • Presentation of an employee education video which will be available for purchase
  • Other current events related to the substance abuse field
Class schedule:
DATE: LOCATION: TIME:
July 23rd (Wednesday) Midwest Toxicology Office - Indianapolis 8:30 - 2:30
(Lunch Provided)
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Designated Employer Representative (DER) Training
Who is this class for:
This class is designed for those individuals (DERs) who are responsible for the administration of
their company’s DOT drug and alcohol testing program. It is designed primarily for those DERs
who are new program administrators and/or those that still do not feel adequate in their
knowledge of their responsibilities. It will provide information and guidance on how to set-up and
manage your program from beginning to end and help ensure DOT compliance. The class is
designed to coordinate with the DOT Record Notebook available through Midwest Toxicology.
Course objectives:
  • Explanation of DER’s role & responsibilities
  • Overview of the drug testing process
  • Understanding or developing your policy
  • Random testing explanation & rules
  • Test results & confidentiality
  • Problem situations – what actions to take
  • MIS annual reports
  • Overview of 49 CFR Part 40 & mode rules
  • Role of the TPA, MRO, Collection Site, Lab
  • Pre-employment testing process
  • Post-accident testing process
  • Employee violations – what to do
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Audits – what to expect and how to be prepared
This class DOES NOT provide Supervisor Training. This DER class will start at 8:30 a.m. and end
around 2:30 - 3:00 p.m. (lunch is provided).
All attendees should bring their DOT Record Notebook to the training if they have one.
Class schedule:
DATE: LOCATION: TIME:
June 11th (Wednesday) Midwest Toxicology Office - Indianapolis 8:30 - 3:00
October 16th (Thursday) Midwest Toxicology Office - Indianapolis 8:30 - 3:00
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Questions / Request Information
Questions: Please contact Midwest Toxicology Serivices at (317)269-3030
Or you can reach us via e-mail at: admins@midwesttox.com
Information: For more information or to register for a class contact Cheryl Mead
at (317)262-2200 Ext. 332 or cheryl.mead@midwesttox.com
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