Unit – 1
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Introduction and Overview
Training Goal
Training Objectives
Alcohol Rules
Required Tests
Optional Testing
Rules Prohibitions
Consequences of Violation
BAT/STT Qualification Training
BAT/STT Refresher Training
BAT/STT Error Training
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Introduction and Overview
Training Goal
Training Objectives
Background on DOT Operating Administration Alcohol Rules
Purpose of Rules
Breath alcohol tests required
Prohibitions of Rules
Consequences of Violation
Training Requirements
Qualification Training Schedule
BAT Refresher Training
BAT Error Training
Training Documentation
Resources
Unit – 2
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Evidential Breath Testing (EBT) Methodology
Evidential Breath Testing (EBT)
EBT Use
Electrochemical Oxidation (Fuel Cell)
Infrared Spectroscopy – Operational Summary
Gas Chromatography
Measuring Alcohol Concentration
Exchange Of Alcohol Between The Blood And Breath In The Alveolar Sacs Of The Lungs
Residual Mouth Alcohol
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EBT Methodology
Devices Used for Breath Alcohol Testing
What is an EBT?
When is an EBT used?
Screening test
Confirmation test
Types of Breath Testing Devices that Meet the Requirements of the Rules
Which type of device will you be using for testing?
What does a breath test measure?
Interpretation of results
A proper breath sample
Alveolar or “deep lung” air
How long does it last?
Unit – 3
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Preparing for Testing
EBT Functional Requirements
EBT Functional Requirements – Device Printout
Quality Assurance Plan (QAPs)
QAPs Content
Location Requirements
DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Form
Unit – 3 Docs
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Preparing for Testing
EBT Functional Requirements
Quality Assurance Plans (QAP) for EBTs
Alcohol Testing Locations
Unit – 4
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Conducting a Screening Test
Screening Test
DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Form
What To Do When
DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Form
Unit – 4 Docs
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Conducting a Screening Test
The First Steps for Breath Testing
Conducting a Screening Test on an EBT that does not Meet the Requirements for a Confirmation Test
Completing the Screening Test
What has changed on the ATF?
Unit – 5
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Conducting A Confirmation Test
Confirmation Test
DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Form
Unit – 5 Docs
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Conducting the Confirmation Test
Explaining Test Procedures to the Employee
Prior to Conducting the Confirmation Test
EBT taken out of service
Conducting the Confirmation Test
Under any of the following circumstances, take the appropriate steps.
Completion of Test
Results to the DER
What’s new about distribution of alcohol test results?
Unit – 6
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Obstacles To Completing A Test
Refusals
DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Form
Uncompleted Tests
Inability To Provide An Adequate Amount Of Breath
Cancelled Tests
Unit – 6 Docs
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Obstacles to Completing a Test
Refusals to Test
Uncompleted Tests
Inability to Provide an Adequate Amount of Breath
Cancelled Tests
What problems cause an alcohol test to be cancelled unless they are corrected?
Procedural Problems
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Disclosure Of Information And Keeping Records
Record Retention
Disclosure of Records
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Disclosure of Information and Keeping Records
Maintenance and Disclosure of Records Concerning EBTs, BATs, and Employee Test Results
Retention of BAT copy of ATF
BAT training records
Disclosure of records concerning EBTs, BATs, and employee test results:
Why is it important to keep and maintain records?
Final Exam
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Final Exam
03:00:00
Unit – 8 Docs
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Proficiency in the Use of the EBT
Breath Alcohol Technician Training (Copy 1)

Upon successfully completing this unit, the students will be able to:

  • Explain what devices can be used for breath alcohol testing.
  • Describe the different types of breath testing equipment.
  • Explain how a breath test measures alcohol concentration and how results are interpreted.
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