Non-DOT Hair Specimen Collector Training, devised by Andrew Easler, a subject matter expert and a seasoned attorney specializing in drug-free workplaces, offers a thorough understanding of hair specimen collection for substance abuse detection and drug testing. This course is designed to provide learners with the required proficiency for drug testing using hair specimens.
Hair drug testing is a highly effective tool for detecting long-term substance abuse, typically over the prior three months. It involves analyzing hair samples for illicit drugs, making it a go-to choice for employers and substance abuse professionals to maintain drug-free environments.
The self-paced course is crafted to exceed state regulations, providing learners with an understanding of the best practices and legal requirements for hair specimen collection, and covers vital procedures, including chain-of-custody requirements, common scenarios collectors may encounter, and privacy considerations for drug testing.
Immediately after registration, learners gain instant access to the course materials, allowing them to begin training without delay. The course, estimated to take approximately three hours, provides proficiency and understanding of hair specimen collection practices.
A key objective of the course is to prepare learners to serve various stakeholders. These include private employers for pre-employment, reasonable suspicion drug testing, and substance abuse recovery centers. Participants are trained in the procedures and regulations of the four major laboratories processing hair samples, ensuring their collection methods meet industry and state standards and mitigating potential fatal flaws in the testing process.
While it's important to remember that hair specimen collections are not regulated under the DOT, the course incorporates best practices for procedures and compliance relevant across various laboratories. This comprehensive training would particularly benefit:
- Healthcare professionals looking to broaden their skills.
- HR professionals tasked with managing workplace drug testing policies.
- Staff members at substance abuse recovery centers.
- Professionals aiming to launch their own independent collection business.
- Private employers seeking to improve their pre-employment screening process.
Upon successfully completing the course, hair specimen collectors will learn to perform hair drug testing confidently and receive a downloadable certificate, which will serve as tangible proof of their training.