HPM 9.2

Question 1

The following elements are critical if the substance abuse testing program is to be successful:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Answer 1

1. Consistency
2. Confirmation
3. Collection of sample
4. Chain of custody
5. Control of quality
6. Contracts

(The Six C’s)

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Question 2

The states substance testing policy requires the involvement of specified managers in all substance test as a __________________ before any sample can be collected. These managers are to make certain the policy is properly applied and the test appropriately administered.

Answer 2

confirming official

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Question 3

For the substance test to be effective, each supervisor must insure that:

1.
2.
3.
4.

Answer 3

1. Reasonable suspicion is supported by proper documentation
2. The sample is properly collected
3. The chain of custody is maintained
4. Employees rights are not violated

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Question 4

There are ____ sensitive positions:

Answer 4

14

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Question 5

Supervisors who suspect substance abuse by non-sensitive employees are encouraged to support their observations using the same criteria used to establish reasonable suspicion for sensitive positions. Since the chemical test will not normally be part of the investigation, it is essential that the supervisors final determination is based upon:

1.
2.
3.

Answer 5

1. Articulable facts
2. Close observation
3. Good faith

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Question 6

For the purposes of the departments substance testing program, the confirming official will be the first designated manager in the supervisors chain of command. The role of the confirming official shall be to:

1.
2.
3.
4.

Answer 6

1. Consider the fax and/or evidence and agree whether or not they support reasonable suspicion.
2. Ensure accurate and proper application of the rules.
3. Provide guidance and direction.
4. Authorize the substance test.

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Question 7

Cal-HR discontinued the practice of obtaining a __________ for alcohol testing in all state substance abuse testing programs. All alcohol testing will be conducted using _______________________.

Answer 7

urine/ evidential breath testing devices.

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Question 8

The Cal-HR rules provide for a _________ test as the primary means of determining whether or not an employee has abused drugs.

Answer 8

urine

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Question 9

Employees suspected of being under the combined influence of alcohol and a drug are required to submit to _________________________.

Answer 9

both a urine and breath test.

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Question 10

Substance testing experts believe the best time to collect a sample is within _______________ of the initial observation.

Answer 10

2 to 4 hours

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Question 11

There is nothing precluding administrative action for levels below ________ as determined by a breath sample, citing the Inconsistent and Incompatible activities statement.

Answer 11

.04% BAC

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Question 12

The supervisor who made the initial determination of reasonable suspicion must prepare a reasonable suspicion report using the _________, workplace substance abuse investigation/voluntary testing report. Since there is an expectation of a ________ turnaround, this document may be handwritten or typed written. The manager who acted as the ________________ must review the reasonable suspicion report.

Answer 12

CHP 202X/48 hour/Confirming Official

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Question 13

The CHP 202X, reasonable suspicion report, must contain:

1.
2.

Answer 13

1. All necessary elements outlined
2. An accurate representation of the circumstances (either witnessed personally by the confirming official or related by the supervisor) that led to the decision to authorize the substance test.

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Question 14

A _______________________ shall be completed whenever the determination of reasonable suspicion of work place substance abuse leads to substance testing.

Answer 14

Reasonable Suspicion Report
(CHP 202X)

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Question 15

When I criminal investigation is conducted, a ___________________ shall be completed.

Answer 15

Reasonable Suspicion Report
(CHP 202X)

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Question 16

Under no circumstances will the CHP 202X indicating a negative test result be retained in the __________________________.

Answer 16

Employee’s personnel field folder.

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Question 17

Ensure at least _____ milliliters (approximately two fluid ounces) of urine is collected (to be split into two containers after collected).

Answer 17

60 milliliters

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Question 18

In order for an informant to be considered reliable by D.PA. standards, the informant must be a _______________.

Answer 18

uniformed employee.

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Question 19

Negative substance test abuse results shall be forwarded to _____________________.

Answer 19

the Medical Review Officer (M.R.O.)

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Question 20

When the employee is suspected of being under the influence of drugs, all ___________________ shall be surrendered.

Answer 20

state-issued equipment

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