Compliance

Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Training

Satisfy the supervisor training requirement of 49 CFR §382.603 — the only federally mandated supervisor training in the DOT drug and alcohol testing program.

31Lessons
~2 hoursEstimated time
49 CFR §382.603Regulatory basis
CertificateIncluded

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$299.99

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What's included

  • Full online course access
  • Instructor-designed learning materials
  • Practical activities and knowledge checks
  • Downloadable course resources
  • FMCS University certificate of completion
  • Lifetime access after enrollment

Why this course is different

Federal compliance coverage

Focused instruction aligned with 49 CFR §382.603.

Practical course design

Structured lessons connect regulatory requirements to everyday work.

Knowledge checks

Review key concepts as you progress through the material.

Role-focused learning

Content is organized around the responsibilities of regulated personnel.

Documentation awareness

Learn the records and procedures that support compliance.

Certificate of training

Receive a certificate after completing the course requirements.

Course outcomes

What you will learn

Recognize observable signs of drug use
Recognize observable signs of alcohol misuse
Document observations contemporaneously
Make a reasonable suspicion determination
Understand testing referral procedures
Describe supervisor responsibilities

Who should enroll

DOT supervisors

Personnel who need a working understanding of dot supervisors responsibilities.

Safety managers

Personnel who need a working understanding of safety managers responsibilities.

Operations managers

Personnel who need a working understanding of operations managers responsibilities.

Human resources staff

Personnel who need a working understanding of human resources staff responsibilities.

Compliance officers

Personnel who need a working understanding of compliance officers responsibilities.

Motor carrier owners

Personnel who need a working understanding of motor carrier owners responsibilities.

31

Lessons

~2 hours

Estimated time

49 CFR §382.603

Regulatory basis

Certificate

Included

Curriculum overview

Explore the structured lessons included in this course.

Learning materials included

  • Written lessons
  • Regulatory references
  • Knowledge checks
  • Final exam
  • Certificate of completion

Downloadable course resources

  • Course reference guide
  • Compliance checklist
  • Recordkeeping worksheet

Practical activities and simulations

Requirements review

Apply course concepts to a realistic compliance scenario.

Documentation exercise

Identify the records and information needed to support a compliant process.

Knowledge application

Practice recognizing issues and selecting an appropriate next step.

How the course works

01

Enroll

Complete enrollment to begin the online course.

02

Complete lessons in order

Work through the course at your own pace.

03

Pass the final exam

Demonstrate your understanding of the course material.

04

Receive your certificate

Download your certificate after successful completion.

About the course

49 CFR §382.603 requires employers to ensure supervisors receive training on the physical, behavioral, speech, and performance indicators of probable drug use and alcohol misuse. This course provides the required subject-matter foundation for reasonable suspicion referral responsibilities.

Regulatory basis

49 CFR §382.603

Applicable regulatory basis

49 CFR §382.603

Supervisor training

Requires one hour of drug training and one hour of alcohol training for supervisors.

49 CFR Part 382

Controlled substances and alcohol use

Sets the FMCSA drug and alcohol testing program requirements.

Why choose FMCS University

DOT-Compliant Training

All courses are designed to meet applicable federal regulatory requirements.

Instructor-Designed Content

Every lesson is written by transportation compliance professionals.

Certificate of Completion

Earn a professional certificate issued by FMCS University.

Lifetime Access

Access your course materials at any time after enrollment.

Benefits after completion

Supports applicable federal training requirements
Certificate of completion
Baseline for recurrent training
Improved regulatory knowledge
Employer documentation support
Professional compliance credential

Certificate information

FMCS University

FMCS University Certificate of Completion

Issued after successful completion of the course lessons and final exam. Employers should retain training records as required by applicable regulations.

Important notices and disclaimers

FMCS University is a private training provider. This course is educational and does not replace an employer’s responsibility to determine and document training that is appropriate for each employee’s duties.

Employers should review applicable regulations and provide recurrent or supplemental training when required by law or changes in job duties.

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