OPAM Workshop: Medical Review Officer Training Course: Toxicology Testing and the MRO, A Physician's Role in the Prevention and Treatment of Substance Abuse-285274

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Video Summary

This presentation by Donna Smith from Workforce QA, LLC, covers oral fluid specimen collection procedures, as detailed in 49 CFR Part 40. It highlights that oral fluid collection is similar to urine collection but requires different equipment and handling. Employers cannot use a single custody and control form (CCF) for both urine and oral fluid collections; separate forms are required. Donna explains the qualifications for oral fluid collectors, emphasizing the need for training specific to the devices they'll use. Moreover, the collection site must ensure privacy, though requirements are less stringent than for urine collection. Key aspects include ensuring device expiration dates, sufficient specimen volume, and the correct handling of the split specimen. While similar to urine collection, oral fluid collection has unique requirements and potential flaws, such as using expired devices or incorrect documentation. Currently, DOT-mandated oral fluid testing awaits final approvals, with certified labs and devices not yet available.

Keywords

oral fluid collection

specimen procedures

49 CFR Part 40

training requirements

custody and control form

DOT testing approvals