DOT Breath Alcohol Technician Training Online

• Importance of keeping records
• Record storage requirements
• Information disclosure

• Determining the corrected calibration standard
• Calibrations
  • Step-by-step process
• Calibration checks
  • Step-by-step process
• 22-question test

DOT regulations do not require a medical license to become a BAT. Before performing DOT alcohol tests, you must complete qualification training and an initial proficiency demonstration that includes seven consecutive error-free mock tests using the device you will operate. You must maintain documentation showing that you meet the BAT qualification requirements.

A Screening Test (This can be performed by either a BAT or STT) – When employees come in for testing, they give a breath or saliva sample to show they haven’t been drinking. This first test is called a screening. If they pass the screening test and prove they’re sober, then the employee is good to go. If they fail the test, they must move on to the next step.

Step 2: A Confirmation Test  (This can only be performed by a BAT) – If the employee fails the breath or saliva test, then the DOT requires a confirmation test to be administered after 15 but no later than 30 minutes after the first test. The second test is necessary to prove the accuracy of the first 

A Certified Lifeloc Operator and Calibration Technician (C-LOCT) is a certification provided by Lifeloc which demonstrates that you are able to perform calibration and calibration checks on Lifeloc EBT devices.

TeamCME offers C-LOCT training without the full technician training for breath alcohol technicians using a Lifeloc EBT device who have not become a calibration technician. Click [here] to learn more.

You must also undergo refresher training every five years to maintain your DOT breath alcohol technician certification. The renewal training and the initial training are generally the same training.

However, the DOT expects you to stay current with regulations and testing procedure changes between your courses instead of waiting for your refresher course.

Enroll in DOT-compliant Breath Alcohol Technician qualification training

Once enrolled:

• Complete a qualification training program
• Complete a monitored proficiency demonstration with seven consecutive error-free mock tests
• Obtain documentation showing that you meet the BAT qualification requirements

BATs must complete refresher training at least every five years after completing their initial qualification training and proficiency demonstration.

The course includes seven BAT qualification modules, an assessment, C-LOCT device and calibration training, and a live proficiency demonstration with seven mock tests.

Training Includes:

• Mock-test demonstration videos
• Calibration logbook page
• Downloadable ATF examples and training forms
• Collection checklist
• Scripted statements
• Flowcharts
• Brochures

The seven BAT qualification video modules total approximately 52 minutes and include knowledge checks and an assessment. C-LOCT training includes an additional video and 22-question test. The live proficiency demonstration, seven mock tests, and device calibration typically take approximately two hours.

Yes. The course and all its content is available at any time. When you pause your training, the course will keep track of where you left off. Even after completion, you can go back and review the material.

Yes. Your training is valid for one year. All of the material including video modules and documents can be reviewed as much as needed.

Your completion documents will be available after the seven mock tests, calibration demonstration, and required paperwork have been reviewed and approved. They can be found in your training portal.