Reasonable Suspicion & Distracted Driving
Reasonable Suspicion & Distracted Driving
Carriers with drivers who require a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) need driver supervisors who are trained on alcohol misuse and drug use. They must be familiar with signs of probable misuse. This is an important first step in keeping unsafe, impaired drivers off the road. Reasonable Suspicion Training is designed to help driver supervisors understand how to deal with a driver who may be impaired by alcohol and/or drugs. Join presenter Dan Litzner for this program which will help supervisors make good decisions when determining reasonable suspicion. This curriculum is designed to fully satisfy the requirements of 49 CFR 382.603, including the one hour of training on alcohol misuse, plus one hour on controlled substance use. It includes additional, vital information on day-to-day activities for a driver supervisor responsible for recognizing impaired drivers and following through on documentation and next steps. The FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and requirements for registration with CDL drivers will also be introduced and discussed. Participants will also understand the types of distracted driving and