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Designated Employer Representative Training (FAA)
FAA Designated Employer Representative (DER) TrainingEnsuring Safety and Compliance in Aviation OperationsAviation safety depends on strict compliance with drug and alcohol testing regulations. Employers regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are required to maintain comprehensive testing programs for safety-sensitive employees whose performance directly impacts public safety.The FAA Designated Employer Representative (DER) Training Course provides the knowledge and practical skills necessary to effectively administer FAA drug and alcohol testing programs under 14 CFR Part 120 and 49 CFR Part 40.Designed specifically for aviation employers, this training prepares DERs to manage testing events, respond to violations, coordinate with service agents, and maintain compliance with FAA regulatory requirements. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of their responsibilities as the employer's authorized representative for all drug and alcohol testing matters.Who Should Attend?This course is ideal for:• Designated Employer Representatives (DERs)• Airline and Air Carrier Managers• Aviation Safety Professionals• Human Resource Personnel• Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO) Managers• Charter and Corporate Flight Department Managers• Compliance Officers• Third-Party Administrators (TPAs)• Drug and Alcohol Program ManagersWhat You Will LearnFAA Regulatory RequirementsOverview of FAA Drug & Alcohol Testing RegulationsCovered Employers and Covered EmployeesSafety-Sensitive Position DeterminationsEmployer Compliance ObligationsTypes of FAA Drug & Alcohol Testing* Pre-Employment Testing* Random Testing Programs* Reasonable Cause Testing* Post-Accident Testing* Return-to-Duty Testing* Follow-Up TestingManaging Program Violations* Positive Drug Test Procedures* Alcohol Misuse Violations* Refusals to Test* Immediate Removal Requirements* Return-to-Duty ProcessesWorking with Service Agents* Medical Review Officers (MROs)* Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs)* Collection Sites* Laboratories* Consortium and TPA RelationshipsRecordkeeping and Compliance* FAA Documentation Requirements* Record Retention Rules* Confidentiality Standards* Preparing for FAA Audits and InspectionsReal-World Aviation Compliance Scenarios* Handling Regulatory Investigations* Managing Accident Testing Events* Responding to Employee Violations* Maintaining Program IntegrityBenefits of AttendingUpon completion, participants will have the confidence and knowledge necessary to administer an FAA-compliant drug and alcohol testing program, reduce regulatory risk, and contribute to a safer aviation environment.Whether you operate a commercial airline, repair station, charter operation, cargo carrier, or aviation support company, this course provides the tools needed to effectively manage compliance while supporting the highest standards of aviation safety.Why FAA DER Training MattersFAA-regulated employers face significant penalties and operational risks when testing programs are not administered properly. A trained DER helps ensure compliance, protects the organization's operating authority, and promotes a culture of safety throughout the aviation workplace.Become the aviation compliance professional your organization relies upon by mastering the responsibilities of the FAA Designated Employer Representative.
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Designated Employer Representative Training (FMCSA)
FMCSA Certified Designated Employer Representative (C-DER) TrainingThis course prepares supervisors at businesses employing Commercial Driver's License holders and others regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to serve as Designated Employer Representative (DER). Developed by the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA), it covers the drug and alcohol testing procedures required under 49 CFR Part 40, plus the FMCSA-specific requirements of 49 CFR Part 382 — since DOT compliance alone isn't enough for FMCSA-regulated employers. Students gain a full understanding of the DER role, testing procedures, and DOT modal requirements needed to keep their workplace compliant, and earn C-DER certification upon completion.Note: Course enrollment expires 12 months from purchase date; access to your account and certificates of completion remains available after that.
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Designated Employer Representative Training (FRA)
FRA Certified Designated Employer Representative (C-DER) TrainingThis course prepares supervisors at railroad industry businesses regulated by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to serve as Designated Employer Representative (DER). Developed by the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA), it covers the drug and alcohol testing procedures required under 49 CFR Part 40, plus the FRA-specific requirements of 49 CFR Part 219 — since DOT compliance alone isn't enough for FRA-regulated employers. Students gain a full understanding of the DER role, testing procedures, and DOT modal requirements needed to keep their workplace compliant, and earn C-DER certification upon completion.Note: Course enrollment expires 12 months from purchase date; access to your account and certificates of completion remains available after that.
Reasonable Suspicion/Cause Training for Supervisors
Learning Objectives • Understand why DOT requires supervisor training. • Explain the supervisor's role in protecting public safety. • Understand the purpose of reasonable suspicion testing.
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Certified Designated Employer Representative (C-DER) Training – DOT Qualified
Our DER Training course is tailored to help employers and their appointed representatives understand and carry out their responsibilities under federal drug and alcohol testing regulations. This training ensures DERs have the knowledge to manage testing programs, respond to violations, and stay compliant with DOT rules and procedures.
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Conflict Mitigation Training for Drug Screening Professionals
Our Conflict Mitigation Training equips drug and alcohol screening professionals with tools and strategies for dealing with difficult specimen donors and moving a test forward — even when they encounter resistance.
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