DOT Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) Course Practice Test

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• True or False? NHTSA approved EBTs must be able to distinguish alcohol from acetone at the 0.020 level.
• The Quality Assurance Plan includes criteria to confirm steps have been taken to ensure the accuracy of the evidentiary breath test device.
• Copy 3 of the ATF is designated for which recipient?
• What must the operator of the EBT be in order to conduct a dot test using an EBT?
• Which unit is used to express breath alcohol concentration in DOT testing?
• Which part of the Federal Register contains the DOT's alcohol testing regulations?
• What happens if the employee is unable to provide enough breath for the test after at least 2 attempts?
• Which statement is true if one BAT conducts the screening test and another BAT conducts the confirmation test?
• If a confirmation test is conducted, the employee must sign Step 4 of the ATF. Is this statement true?
• The retention period for refusals is:
• Before administering a DOT breath alcohol test, what two items must the BAT verify?
• Copy 2 of the ATF is issued to whom?
• Which EBT methodology separates breath compounds by passing them through an absorbent (carrier) gas?
• What must the breath test operator's identification include?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between breath concentration and blood concentration?
• Under NAFTA, who must be tested under DOT alcohol testing regulations?
• Which statement best describes a test that began but could not be completed because of a device malfunction?
• Which of the following is not a recipient of any ATF copy?
• If the screening test result is 0.020 or greater, what must the BAT do?
• True or False? Only those EBT devices listed on NHTSA's CPL without an asterisk may be used for DOT alcohol tests.
• Copy 3 of the ATF is issued to whom?
• How many years must the EBT inspection, maintenance and calibration records be kept according to Part 40, prior to the 2001 amendment?
• Which statement best describes the requirement after a negative return-to-duty test?
• What should the BAT do if the employee does not have proper photo identification?
• Who is responsible for administering DOT breath alcohol tests?
• Which description best matches where alcohol testing records should be stored?
• If an EBT does not produce an air blank reading of 0.000 prior to the confirmation test, what should you do?
• The statement 'Either an STT or a BAT may conduct a confirmation test' is true. Is this statement true?
• The following statement is true: If the BAT is unable to obtain a deep lung sample, the test result may be lower than the individual's blood alcohol level.
• How long must the Employer, or the Employer's agent, keep records of refusals?
• True or False? During a confirmation test, if the result displayed on the EBT does not match the printed test result, the test must be cancelled.
• Which of the following is not required to be on a DOT confirmation test printout?
• In the context of DOT breath testing, what time period is referred to as the deprivation period?
• True or False? The BAT copy of the ATF must be kept for at least 90 days.
• Which statement is true about confidentiality?
• What action should the BAT take if an employee scheduled for an alcohol test does not appear on time?
• Which statement best reflects who must ensure NHTSA specifications are met for an EBT used in dot testing?
• If an employer chooses to conduct DOT pre-employment alcohol tests, how should they do so?
• A cancelled test is considered the same as which of the following?
• What certification level must the individual operating an EBT hold to conduct a dot test?
• Which statement about confirming a positive screening result is true?
• Which of the following is the same as an EBT accuracy check?
• What must the BAT do following an error that causes a DOT test to be cancelled?
• In order to monitor new or refresher BATs during EBT proficiency training, which qualification(s) must the BAT monitor meet?
• The EBT will not conduct an air blank after a positive screen and before a confirmation test. What type of test is this?
• At a minimum, how many attempts to provide a sufficient sample must the BAT allow an employee?
• According to August 2001 DOT 49 CFR Part 40, at minimum, how long must the EBT inspection, maintenance and calibration records be kept?
• When the BAT runs out of mouthpieces prior to a scheduled DOT alcohol test, what type of test is this considered?
• The statement 'If it takes longer than 30 minutes to transport an employee who had a positive screening test to another location for the confirmation test, the test must be cancelled' is true.
• What may all BATs and service providers be subject to if they do not follow DOT testing regulations?
• Which EBT methodology measures the amount of light that is absorbed by the alcohol molecules in the breath?
• True or False: All individuals in DOT safety-sensitive covered positions are subject to mandated alcohol tests.
• After the BAT has instructed the employee regarding the deprivation period between a positive screening and confirmation test, what should the BAT do if the employee belches?
• Which of the following is a valid EBT measurement technique discussed?
• An EBT measures the concentration of alcohol in the breath, which relates directly to the concentration of alcohol in the ________.
• The employee will not sign Step 2 of the ATF. What type of test is this?
• For employees in both DOT-covered and non-DOT-covered positions, which form should be used for non-DOT employees?
• Which status describes a test that was not performed because the EBT did not conduct an air blank after a positive screen?
• If the EBT test number does not match the printed result's number, what should be the test status?
• How are the results of a breath alcohol concentration reading expressed?
• What type of sample should be obtained by the BAT in order for the breath alcohol concentration to be correlated to a blood alcohol concentration reading?
• What must a BAT training program include in order for the BAT to conduct DOT breath alcohol tests?
• A breath alcohol concentration reading of 0.100 is identical to the blood alcohol concentration of 0.100.
• What must an EBT used for a confirmation test do?
• Why is there a mandatory waiting period prior to a confirmation test?
• If an employee does not sign Step 2 of the ATF, what is the appropriate interpretation?
• To obtain copies of records pertaining to his/her alcohol test, a DOT-covered employee must:
• Who is responsible for personally maintaining a copy of the BAT certificate?
• True or False? In order to perform calibrations on your EBT, you must obtain a calibration certificate from the DOT.
• If the BAT fails to wait 15 minutes between a positive screening test and the confirmation test, what type of test is this considered?
• During testing, what action ensures the device is functioning correctly?
• Which of the following DOT test results must be reported as a negative test?
• What should the Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) for each EBT include?
• On what level must an EBT distinguish between alcohol and acetone according to NHTSA requirements?
• Which agency is associated with railroad safety and may involve post-accident testing?
• Which DOT Modal Agencies do not require random alcohol testing?
• The breath test operator's identification must include which two items?
• During the late-arrival scenario, whose instructions should the BAT follow when deciding the test timing?
• Which statement is correct if the screening result is less than 0.020?
• What is the name of the act of Congress that initiated alcohol testing of DOT-covered workers?
• Which statement about random testing across DOT agencies is true?
• Why is it important for the BAT to keep records?
• Regarding any out-of-the-ordinary circumstances that occur during an alcohol test, which statement is correct?
• True or False: A BAT should use a DOT ATF for Non-DOT alcohol tests.
• What should you do if an EBT accuracy check fails after a positive DOT test?
• When a post-accident DOT test is conducted, which timeframe applies?
• Who is responsible for maintaining the BAT's training records?
• What is the primary role of the Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) in DOT programs?
• The concentration of alcohol in the blood provides an accurate determination of the quantity of alcohol reaching the ____________.
• Which NHTSA's specifications must be met for an EBT to be used for dot testing?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between deep lung air and blood alcohol concentration?
• The statement 'If the alcohol detected on the Screening Test was from mouth alcohol only, the Confirmation Test result should be 0.000 after the 15 minute waiting period' is true.
• Which EBT methodology measures the amount of electrons released and relates this amount to an alcohol concentration reading?
• Under an owner-operator who lacks proper photo identification, the BAT may accept two pieces of ID bearing his/her signature and verify the signature when the individual signs Step 2 of the ATF. Is this statement true?
• During a breath test, if the device malfunctions after the test has started, what is the test type?
• Which record type has a 5-year retention period?
• If the breath test device does not print the screening test result, what should you do?
• The employee is not required to sign Step 4 of the ATF if the test result is less than 0.020. Is this statement true?
• What should the BAT do if the EBT does not conduct an air blank before a confirmation test?
• Which of the following has a retention period of 1 year?
• The BAT must secure the printed confirmation test result to the ATF using tamper-evident tape unless the EBT prints the result directly on the ATF.
• DOT alcohol test results that are below 0.020 BrAC are considered what?
• When handwriting a screening test result on the ATF, what must the BAT include?
• Who evaluates the DOT-covered worker following a positive test to recommend alcohol misuse treatment and/or education?
• Correctable flaws should be corrected by completing a Memorandum for Record and sending a copy to the DER. Which of the following best reflects this requirement?
• Which type(s) of tests can non-evidential screening devices be used for?
• Which record type has a retention period of 5 years?
• Which statement is true about QA plans in relation to EBTs?
• Is it permissible to perform a manual breath sample according to the manufacturer's recommended process?
• Which item is not required on a DOT confirmation test printout?
• If an individual is an owner-operator and does not have proper photo identification, what may the BAT accept?
• Who approves the Quality Assurance Plan for each evidentiary breath test device?
• If an employee’s DOT alcohol test is positive at 0.040 BrAC or above, what must occur?
• True or False? EBTs may be used for screening tests only.
• What is the purpose of the Quality Assurance Plan in the DOT testing process?
• Which of the following is a correct statement about DOT ATFs and DOT tests?
• The BAT may reuse the employee's original mouthpiece for the confirmation test if the 15-minute waiting period has passed and any alcohol in the mouthpiece would have dissipated.
• Which statement best describes the role of the SAP in the DOT program?
• Which DOT Modal Agency may require blood and tissue samples following a covered accident?
• Which type of alcohol is found in alcoholic beverages?
• Which term describes a standard used to verify EBT accuracy?
• What is the maximum time allowed between a positive screening and a confirmation test?
• In DOT testing, what BrAC level is considered a positive result?
• Which type of photo identification is acceptable for positively identifying an individual for a DOT test?
• The memorandum for record is used to document flaws and should be sent to whom?
• If an employee does not sign Step 2 of the ATF, how should the BAT interpret this action?
• Which of the following should you do during a breath alcohol test?
• Which of the following best reflects whether the original mouthpiece may be reused for a confirmation test after the 15-minute waiting period to dissipate mouth alcohol?
• The unique test number displayed by the EBT is not the same as the test number appearing on the printed result. What type of test is this considered?
• Which entity is primarily responsible for enforcing DOT alcohol testing regulations for transportation workplaces?
• Which option correctly describes the permitted use of non-evidential screening devices?
• Use of a non-DOT ATF for a DOT test is considered a:
• The minimum length of time the Employer or the Employer's agent must keep records of negative test results and cancelled tests is:
• What must the BAT verify when two pieces of ID bearing signature are used?
• Following a negative return to duty test, what is the minimum number of follow-up tests the DOT-covered employee must have?
• The statement 'The measure of alcohol in the blood provides an accurate determination of the quantity of alcohol reaching the brain' is true.
• How long must the Employer, or the Employer's agent, keep records of DOT alcohol tests resulting in 0.020 or greater?
• If an employee gets up and leaves in the middle of a DOT alcohol test, what type of test is this considered?
• Which statement about photo identification for a DOT test is true?
• Who is responsible for providing detailed information about alcohol misuse and testing to employees?
• True or False: It is important that all records are kept in a confidential manner.
• Which sample does an EBT device measure alcohol concentration from?
• Which of the following statements is correct?
• What term describes the scenario of using a non-DOT ATF for a DOT test?
• Copy 1 of the ATF is issued to whom?
• At a minimum, how often are BATs required to undergo Refresher Training?
• True or False? Either an STT or a BAT may conduct a confirmation test.
• The BAT has begun a breath test and the device malfunctions. What type of test is this?
• Which low molecular weight alcohol(s) must NHTSA-approved EBTs used for DOT testing detect?
• What information must be recorded on the ATF for a screening test?
• Who develops the Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) for each EBT?
• If the employee will not sign Step 2 of the ATF, what is the test status?
• As a BAT, since it is your responsibility to stay current with regulatory changes, how may you keep up with these changes?
• How long should the employee blow into the breath testing device?
• True or False? All alcohol testing records must be kept in a location with controlled access.
• True or False: To obtain breath samples manually, the BAT must be trained according to the EBT manufacturer's recommendations for manual sampling.
• Which statement best describes post-accident testing for a DOT-reportable accident?
• If the result of a confirmation test is 0.020 or greater, the BAT must immediately notify the DER.
• Which EBT model specification protects diabetics from false positive alcohol results?
• What is the purpose of an air blank prior to a confirmation test?
• Which agency provides the performance standards used by EBTs?
• Who should not conduct dot tests unless there is no other certified technician available?
• True or False: If an employee is required to take both a drug and alcohol test, the drug test should be conducted first.
• What does PIE stand for in DOT alcohol testing?
• Which detection principle is used by EBTs to convert breath ethanol levels into an electrical signal proportional to concentration?
• How long must the BAT wait between a positive screening test and a confirmation test?
• The statement 'A 0.100 breath alcohol concentration equals a 0.100 blood alcohol concentration' is true.
• When the confirmation test result is printed directly on the ATF, tamper-evident tape is not required.
• Which of the following statements about calibration requirements is correct?
• What is a NHTSA-approved standard used for?
• DOT-covered employee prohibited conduct includes which of the following?
• Which of the following confirmation test results will prompt you to instruct the employee to sign Step 4 of the ATF?
• What must be used to document a dot pre-employment alcohol test?
• Following a confirmation test, which Checkbox(es) should be checked in Step 3 of the ATF?
• When must a dot confirmation test be conducted?
• What is the purpose of an air blank reading before the confirmation test?