Reasonable Suspicion Training For Supervisors

FMCSA-compliant training to help supervisors identify, document, and respond to drug and alcohol use.

What you'll learn

Identify signs of drug and alcohol use that may impair a commercial driver’s ability to safely perform job duties.

Understand FMCSA requirements for reasonable suspicion training and testing procedures.

Conduct and document contemporaneous observations to support reasonable suspicion testing decisions.

Respond appropriately to various workplace scenarios involving suspected substance use or impairment.

Requirements

here are no prerequisites for this course. This training is designed for supervisors and managers at any experience level. No prior knowledge of FMCSA regulations is required. All essential information will be clearly explained throughout the course. A willingness to learn and a commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant workplace are all you need.

Description

This Reasonable Suspicion Training for Supervisors course is designed to meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirement outlined in 49 CFR Part 382.603. Supervisors of commercial drivers are mandated to complete two hours of training—one hour focused on the signs and effects of drug use, and one hour on alcohol misuse. This course fulfills that requirement while also giving supervisors the knowledge and confidence needed to take appropriate action when safety is at risk.Through detailed instruction, this course teaches how to recognize physical, behavioral, speech, and performance indicators of impairment. Supervisors will learn how to make legally sound reasonable suspicion determinations, properly document their observations, and follow company and FMCSA protocols for initiating testing.The course breaks down complex regulations into easy-to-understand sections, includes real-world examples and scenarios, and provides a step-by-step guide for handling reasonable suspicion situations. Emphasis is placed on practical skills like consistent observation, objective documentation, and clear communication with company leadership or designated employer representatives (DERs).Whether you’re new to a supervisory role or just need to complete your annual training, this course helps ensure you remain compliant and prepared. A certificate of completion is issued at the end to document your fulfillment of the FMCSA training requirement.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction to Reasonable Suspicion and FMCSA Requirements

Lecture 2 The Supervisor’s Role in Reasonable Suspicion

Lecture 3 Understanding Drug Use and Its Impact on Drivers

Lecture 4 Understanding Alcohol Use and Its Impact on Drivers

Lecture 5 Recognizing the Signs: Physical, Behavioral, and Performance Clues 1st Half

Lecture 6 Recognizing the Signs: Physical, Behavioral, and Performance Clues 2nd Half

Lecture 7 How to Document and Act on Reasonable Suspicion 1st Half

Lecture 8 How to Document and Act on Reasonable Suspicion 2nd Half

Lecture 9 Scenario Practice and Final Course Review 1st Half

Lecture 10 Scenario Practice and Final Course Review 1st Half

Supervisors of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers,Managers overseeing DOT-regulated drivers,Fleet safety coordinators and compliance officers,Dispatchers with supervisory responsibilities,Human resource professionals in transportation companies,Safety and compliance personnel in trucking, bus, or delivery operations,Terminal or site managers with driver oversight,Designated Employer Representatives (DERs),Anyone required to comply with FMCSA 49 CFR Part 382.603