Breath Alcohol Testing The testing procedures for breath or saliva specimens as outlined in 49 CFR Part 40 is very specific and must be followed whenever a DOT- required alcohol test is requested by the employer. These procedures, including the use of the Federal Alcohol Testing Form (ATF), apply only to DOT- required testing. Federal testing regulations require that an evidential breath testing device (EBT) approved by the NHTSA is used for alcohol testing. This machine must be operated by a trained breath alcohol technician (BAT) following the procedures set forth in CFR 40 Subpart C. The employer shall keep a current copy of the BAT certification on file as proof of required training. Alcohol Testing Procedures: Breath alcohol tests are performed at S&S Onsite Drug Screening by having the donor blow forcefully into the EBT's mouthpiece for at least 6 seconds or until the EBT indicates that an adequate amount of breath has been attained. If the result is less than 0.02, the test is considered negative. If the result is 0.02 or greater, a confirmation test must be performed after a waiting period of at least 15 minutes. The confirmation test must be completed within 30 minutes from the completion of the original screening test. A new mouthpiece must be used and the EBT must be tested to assure proper registering. The BAT shall report all results to the employer in a confidential manner. This report may be in writing, in person, or by telephone or electronic means. If the result is positive, the BAT must ensure immediate reporting of the results to the employer to prevent the employee from performing a safety- sensitive function. A Test Is Considered Positive Under Any Of The Following Situations: A confirmation result of 0.04 or greater Refusal to complete and sign the breath alcohol testing form Refusal to provide breath Refusal to provide an adequate amount of breath Refusal to otherwise cooperate with the testing process

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