Breath Alcohol Technicians vs. Screen Test Technicians
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Breath Alcohol Technicians vs. Screen Test Technicians

If you’re looking to start your own alcohol and drug testing business, you may be wondering whether to choose breath alcohol technician (BAT) or screen test technician (STT) training for you and your employees. What’s the difference? Is one option better, or should you do both? A Two Step Test The Department of Transportation (DOT)…

5 Crucial DOT Medical Examiner Certification Questions
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5 Crucial DOT Medical Examiner Certification Questions

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires commercial drivers to have routine physicals to ensure they are healthy enough to drive without endangering themselves or the public. A variety of healthcare professionals can administer these exams. However, to become a DOT medical examiner, you must meet specific requirements. Only certain medical professionals can become a medical…

Watch Out For DOT Medical Examiner Fraud
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Watch Out For DOT Medical Examiner Fraud

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires commercial drivers in safety-sensitive positions to have a physical to ensure they won’t have avoidable medical emergencies or cause crashes while operating a commercial vehicle. Medical examiners must take a certification course, renew it as required, and follow specific steps during a physical exam to maintain their ability to…

Choosing the Right DOT Medical Examiner Training Course Online
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Choosing the Right DOT Medical Examiner Training Course Online

Pursuing a career as a DOT medical examiner can be a rewarding experience, but finding the right online training provider can be a challenge. With many options, determining which provider best fits your needs can take time and effort. Here are some key factors to consider when choosing an online training provider for your certified…

11 DOT Medical Exam FAQs
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11 DOT Medical Exam FAQs

In addition to your commercial driver’s license, the DOT (Department of Transportation) requires a medical examination to certify that you can operate commercial vehicles safely. The process can be overwhelming and confusing, especially with many interchangeable terms. Here are some frequently asked questions to clear up any confusion you may have about the procedure: 1….

5 Reasons To Do Your DOT Medical Examiner Training Course Online
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5 Reasons To Do Your DOT Medical Examiner Training Course Online

Healthcare is scientific and evidence-based. Those of us working in the field usually don’t want the most cutting-edge, risky option. We want the tried and true. Face-to-face training typically fits that bill. However, online training isn’t new. We have been utilizing it corporately since the 90s. During COVID-19 and lockdowns, we have had to adapt,…

Five Steps to DOT Urine Collection Certification
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Five Steps to DOT Urine Collection Certification

A Department of Transportation (DOT) specimen collector plays a critical role. Your job is to ensure and verify the integrity of the screening process. You are the only person who has direct contact with the employee, and you start the chain of custody for test specimens and results that are admissible in court. Along with…