Comprehensive Training

Learn DOT alcohol testing regulations, roles of the BAT, and proper use of EBT devices.

Procedural Expertise

Master screening procedures, waiting period requirements, and air blank procedures.

Risk Prevention

Understand refusal classifications, recordkeeping requirements, and fatal flaw prevention.

About the Course

This course is your gateway to becoming a certified DOT Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) under 49 CFR Part 40. Ideal for professionals in safety management, compliance, and mobile testing, it covers a wide range of topics essential for compliance awareness and proficient execution of alcohol testing procedures. Dive into the details of DOT regulations, testing procedures, and device-specific training to excel in your role. Join us and elevate your expertise today!

Meet Your Instructor

Hello, I'm Ty Ronda McKenzie, a registered respiratory therapist and seasoned professor specializing in breath alcohol testing compliance. Drawing from years of practical experience and academic insights, I am committed to guiding you through the intricacies of BAT certification. Join me on this educational journey to unlock your full potential as a certified BAT.

Course Curriculum

12 Chapters · 135 Lessons

  1. 1

    Program Overview & Certification Requirements

    1. Welcome to LabCheck Diagnostics BAT Training Free preview
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      Course Structure & Requirements

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      How Certification is Issued

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      Compliance Disclaimer

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    Student Resources

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      Student Handbook

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      49 CFR Part 40

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      Conforming Products List

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      Memorandum For Record

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      Alcovisor Mercury-Manual

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    Module 1: DOT Regulatory Foundation

    1. Why This Matters & Learning Objectives Free preview
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      Governing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40

    3. DOT vs. Non-DOT Testing Free preview
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      Who Is Subject to DOT Alcohol Testing?

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      Various Testing Explained

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      Prohibited Alcohol Concentrations

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      Legal Weight of Documentation

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      Quiz

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    Module 2: BAT Qualification & Authority

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      Who Is a Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT)?

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      Who May Become a BAT?

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      Initial BAT Qualification Requirements

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      Mock Proficiency Requirements

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      Refresher Training Requirements

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      Error Correction Training

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      EBT Training

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      Quiz

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    Module 3: Devices & Alcohol Testing Science

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      Breath Alcohol Testing Science

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      Evidential Breath Tester

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      Evidential Breath Testing (EBT) Devices

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      Conforming Products List

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      Accuracy and Device Reliability

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      Screening Devices vs Confirmation Devices

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      Alcohol Screening Device

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      BATs Using ASDs

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      DOT Alcohol Test Procedure

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      Breath Alcohol Measurement

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      Deep Lung Sample

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      Residual Mouth Alcohol

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    Module 4 – Alcohol Testing Form (ATF) & Documentation

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      Purpose of the Alcohol Testing Form

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      Sections of the ATF

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      Drug & Alcohol Testing

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      Other Forms

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      One at a Time

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      Leaving the Testing Location

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      Step 1: Employee Identification

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      Step 2: Show the ATF and Explain Procedure

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      Step 3: Fill Out Step 1 of the ATF

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      Step 4: Fill Out Step 2 of the ATF

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      Step 5: Conduct the Breath Test

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      Step 6: Record Test Results

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      Printing Results

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      Step 7: Confirm Results

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      Results Less Than .020

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      Screening Test .020 or Greater

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      Step 4 Requirements

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      Distributing the ATF

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      Correcting Documentation Errors

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      Quiz

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    Module 5 : Screening Test Procedure

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      Preparing for the Screening Test

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      Explaining the Testing Procedure

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      Conducting the Screening Test

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      Recording the Screening Result

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      Interpreting Screening Results

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      Beginning the Confirmation Waiting Period

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      Quiz

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    Module 6: Confirmation Test Procedure

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      Confirmation Tests

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      Confirmation Test Procedure

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      Initiating Confirmation Testing

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      Printing Test Results

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      Printing on Paper Rolls and Labels

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      Show the Printed Test Results

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      Step 3 On The ATF

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      Results Less Than .020

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      Results of .020 or Greater

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      Communicate Results to DER

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      Consortiums and TPAs

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      Distributing the ATF

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      What if the Confirmation Test Result Differs from the Screening Test Result?

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      Confirmation Test Is Final

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      Quiz

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    Module 7 : Refusals & Behavioral Management

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      What Is a Refusal to Test?

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      Refusals to Test

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      Behaviors: BAT Decision

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      Behaviors: Employer Decision

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      Steps Taken for Refusals

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      Examples of “Remarks”

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      Steps for Insufficient Sample

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      Manual Breath Sample

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      Other Methods

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      Remarks

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      Quiz

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    Module 8 :Fatal Flaws & Risk Prevention

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      Canceled Test

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      Types of Canceled Tests

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      Problems with the EBT

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      What to Do

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      Two Types of Errors (Flaws)

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      Fatal Flaws: EBT

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      Fatal Flaws: Procedural

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      Fatal Flaw: Canceled Test

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      Steps for Fatal Flaws

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      Correctable Flaws

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      Correcting Correctable Flaws

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      Error Correction Training

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      Quiz

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    Module 9 :Real-World Scenario Application

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      Case Study 1 – Screening Result Above 0.02

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      Case Study 2 – Employee Leaves During Waiting Period

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      Case Study 3 – Employee Refuses to Sign the ATF

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      Case Study 4 – Documentation Error Discovered

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      Case Study 5 – Insufficient Breath Sample

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      Case Study 6 – Employee Attempts to Eat During Waiting Period

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      Case Study 7 – Device Displays Error Message

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      Case Study 8 – BAT Notices Missing Signature After Test

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      Quiz

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    Module 10: Recordkeeping & Professional Responsibility

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      Why This Matters & Learning Objectives

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      Responsibility

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      Records Employers Must Keep

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      How Long Employers Keep Records (1 of 2)

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      How Long Employers Keep Records ( 2 of 2)

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      BATs as Service Agents

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      Calibration Log

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      BATs Records

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      Confidentiality

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      Medical Records

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      Record Requests from a Third Party

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      DOT Agency Requests

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      Other Governmental Requests

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      Training Records

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      Importance of Record Keeping

Student Testimonials

Discover how this course is transforming professionals' understanding and practice of alcohol testing.

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“The Alcovisor Mercury training was extremely clear and practical. I walked away confident in performing DOT breath alcohol testing and understanding the compliance requirements.
Jason M

Safety Manager | Trucking Company

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The instructor made the Alcovisor Mercury device easy to understand. I now feel comfortable conducting screenings and handling confirmation testing.
Jamie F

Pilot Training Participant

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This training breaks down the Mercury device step-by-step. The mock proficiency portion was especially helpful because it prepared me for real testing scenarios
Tiffany W

Early Student Feedback

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