Reasonable Suspicion Training for Supervisors

Ensure your team is ready to meet FMCSA’s Reasonable Suspicion Training requirements for supervisors. This required training helps supervisors recognize when a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs—and empowers them to take action that ensures road safety and DOT compliance.

As a carrier, it’s essential that supervisors are equipped with the knowledge to identify potential alcohol misuse or drug use in drivers. The FMCSA  mandates that supervisors of CDL drivers be trained to recognize the signs of probable misuse, making Reasonable Suspicion Training a necessary part of your compliance program.

Failure to ensure your supervisors are trained on this critical subject could put your company at risk of FMCSA violations and endanger your drivers and the public.

Our FMCSA-compliant Reasonable Suspicion Training includes two full hours of instructor-led, engaging, and actionable content, including:

1 Hour on Alcohol Misuse

Learn how to identify physical and behavioral signs of alcohol misuse in drivers, including the short- and long-term effects of alcohol misuse on driving performance.

1 Hour on Drug Use

Get expert insight into the signs and symptoms of drug misuse, with special focus on the effects of common substances like marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and PCP.

Interactive Scenarios & Real-World Applications

Learn practical steps on how to respond when you suspect a driver is impaired. This section emphasizes documentation procedures, following FMCSA regulations, and ensuring that next steps are handled professionally and legally.

We offer two ways to complete your Reasonable Suspicion Training:

• On-Site Training
  Prefer a hands-on experience? Our instructors will come directly to your terminal and deliver an engaging, in-person session. Enjoy interactive discussions, real-world case studies, and a chance to ask questions in a live environment.

• Live Zoom Sessions
  Can’t meet in person? No problem! Schedule a live Zoom session  and attend from anywhere. Our instructors lead the training with real-time interaction, ensuring a personalized experience, just like being there in person. (Note: Training is not on-demand—sessions are scheduled in advance with us to accommodate your team’s availability.)

After Completing the Training:

• Test Proctored by Our Instructors: To ensure understanding, supervisors must pass a proctored test at the end of the course.

• Certificate of Completion: Supervisors will receive a certificate of completion to keep on file, proving their compliance with FMCSA regulations.
  

Failure to comply with DOT training requirements risks serious penalties, including fines, increased insurance costs, and even potential lawsuits. Non-compliance can damage your reputation, derail contracts, and lead to costly downtime. Protect your business by empowering your supervisors with the knowledge to identify and respond to impairment risks before issues arise.

This training is required for all supervisors responsible for determining reasonable suspicion in DOT-regulated companies. Specifically, if your supervisors are tasked with assessing potential alcohol or drug impairment, they must be properly trained to make sound, compliant decisions.

• Expert Instructors: Our training is led by industry professionals with real-world experience and in-depth knowledge of FMCSA regulations.

• Live Training Sessions: Whether on-site or via Zoom, we provide interactive training that keeps your supervisors engaged and fully prepared to manage real-world situations.

• FMCSA Compliance: You can trust that our curriculum is fully compliant with the 49 CFR 382.603 regulations, covering both alcohol and drug misuse in CDL drivers.

• Flexible Scheduling: Train when it works for you. Our sessions are scheduled to fit your team’s availability—whether in-person or online, we make it happen.
  

Don’t risk fines or non-compliance. Ensure your team is FMCSA-compliant today. Contact us to schedule your Reasonable Suspicion Training session—whether at your location or via Zoom.

Limited slots available—sign up today to secure your preferred session time!

Key Features of Our Training

• In-depth, interactive content tailored to your supervisors’ needs
• Real-time training (no pre-recorded sessions)
• DOT Compliance Expertise and FMCSA-compliant curriculum
• Flexible scheduling for in-person or live Zoom sessions
• Proctored tests and certificates of completion for documentation

Book Your Reasonable Suspicion Training Today!

Empower your team to make informed, compliant decisions that protect your fleet, drivers, and business. Don’t wait until it's too late—ensure your supervisors are trained to recognize and respond to impairment. With Fortress Fleet Solutions, compliance is straightforward, effective, and impactful.