Quiz

Question 1

The _________ plays the most important role in any successful substance testing program. The ____________ is in the best position to assess any changes in an employees job performance, behavior and/or appearance.

Answer 1

supervisor / supervisor

Question 2

T or F: For the substance test to be effective, each supervisor must ensure the following:
Reasonable suspicion is supported by proper documentation.
The chain of custody is maintained.
The employees rights are not violated.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

T or F: The States substance testing policy requires the involvement of specified managers in all substance tests as a confirming official before a my sample can be collected.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

In substance testing, what are the 6 critical elements of the program to be successful.

Answer 4

Consistency
Confirmation
Collection of sample
Chain of custody
Control of custody
Contracts

Question 5

The 4th Ammendment protects persons from?

Answer 5

Search and seizure

Question 6

The 5th Ammendment protects persons from

Answer 6

Self-incrimination

Question 7

The 14th Ammendment protects a persons right to

Answer 7

Due process

Question 8

___________ arises when it can be shown that a supervisor negligently failed to supervise subordinates appropriately and the negligence resulted in an injury to a coworker and or the public

Answer 8

Liability

Question 9

T or F: The 4th Ammendment protects persons from unreasonable search and seizures. The persons right to privacy must however be weighed against the governments need to know because of the interests which include: public safety, public trust and integrity, morale and safety in the workplace, loss of productivity and civil liability.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

___________ arises when it can be shown a supervisor negligently failed to supervise subordinates appropriately and the negligence resulted in an injury to the coworker and or the public. This can be classified as ________________.

Answer 10

Liability / negligent supervision

Question 11

Government Code 3300-3312, also known as the ________________________ provides protections and define specific rights to persons employed in public safety postings throughout the State of California.

Answer 11

Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights

Question 12

No state employee who is on duty or on standby for duty _________ use possess or be under the influence of illegal or unauthorized drugs or other illegal mind-altering substances or use or be under the influence of alcohol to any extent that would impede the employees ability to perform their duties safely and effectively

Answer 12

Shall

Question 13

T or F: Only employees serving in sensitive positions shall be subject to substance testing when there is a reasonable suspicion to believe the employee may be under the influence.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

CalHR’s policy may be superseded by a MOU, which can further restrict or define the states ability to compel a substance test. Supervisors and managers are reminded to review applicable MOU’s to ensure substance testing is being properly administered. If a conflict exists between these rules and the negotiated MOU, the ___________ is controlling.

Answer 14

MOU

Question 15

T or F: Adverse action up to and including dismissal may be taken against an employee for refusing to submit to a voluntary substance test immediately after being involved in a significant incident such as a combat shooting or major traffic collision.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

Who is the only job class NOT considered sensitive employees?(key is “safety”)

Answer 16

Clerical

Question 17

T or F: CalHR rules do not permit the mandated substance testing of non-sensitive positions.

Answer 17

True

Question 18

When establishing reasonable suspicion, reasonable suspicion is based upon:

Answer 18

Articulable facts, close observation and good faith

Question 19

Adverse action __________ be sought when there is reasonable suspicion for substance abuse. Penalty _________ be consistent with the circumstance.

Answer 19

Should / should

Question 20

____________________ is a good faith belief based on specific articulable facts that an employee may have violated the substance abuse policy and the test could reveal evidence in support of the violation.

Answer 20

Reasonable suspicion.

Question 21

T or F: Reasonable suspicion exists only after the appointing power or his/her designee (Confirming Official) has also considered the facts and or the evidence and agrees that they constitute a finding of reasonable suspicion.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

An anonymous tip alone is enough to order a substance abuse test.

Answer 22

Falses

Question 23

T or F: The role of the confirming official consists of all of the following:
Consider facts/evidence and agree they support reasonable suspicion
Ensure proper /adequate application of the rules
Provide guidance and direction
Authorize the test

Answer 23

True

Question 24

The confirming official ______________ be the employees immediate supervisor or the person making the initial observation.

Answer 24

Shall not

Question 25

All alcohol testing will be conducted using the evidential ________ test

Answer 25

breath

Question 26

The urine sample provided by the employee must be at least:

Answer 26

60 milliliters (2 ounces) split into two containers

Question 27

The inconsistent and incompatible activities statement prohibits employees from reporting to work when not completely recovered from the effects of alcohol or with the odor of an alcoholic beverage on his/her breath. Nothing precludes administrative action for levels below

Answer 27

.04%

Question 28

T or F: The employee is entitled to have a portion of the sample of urine provided reanalyzed at his/her expense

Answer 28

True

Question 29

T or F: Throughout the substance testing process, the supervisor should base his/her actions or concerns on the following:
Safety of the employee and others
Potential disciplinary action up to and including dismissal
Proper enforcement of States substance abuse rules
Employee rights and privacy

Answer 29

True

Question 30

After the employee submits to a breath/urine test, the employee should be placed on a ____________ status for the remainder of the day. If the employee is only suspected of alcohol, the employee may return to work _____________.

Answer 30

Dock / the following day (if completely recovered)

Question 31

T or F: The right to representation does not preclude a supervisor from making initial contact with the employee in a confidential manner or question him/her about abnormal behavior, inefficiency, absenteeism, tardiness, unusual appearance, etc.

Answer 31

True

Question 32

The substance testing policy also requires that the employee _______ receive a full copy of any test results and related documentation of the testing process as detailed in Chapter 11

Answer 32

Shall

Question 33

The department uses, through a contract with CalHR, one or more _________________ who receive positive test results and evaluate them from a medical point of view.

Answer 33

Medical Review Officer. (MRO)

Question 34

T or F: Since the employee has an opportunity to explain a positive test result, it is imperative that supervisors properly document their observations that formed the foundation for reasonable suspicion

Answer 34

True

Question 35

In an ef.fort to minimize the stigma attached to a substance test, negative results __________ be included in the employees personnel file. Therefore, negative test results and the documentation regarding reasonable suspicion for the test __________ be maintained apart from the employees personnel folder unless the employee requests otherwise.

Answer 35

Shall not / shall

Question 36

Positive test results and the documented reasonable suspicion will be become part of the request for adverse action file. The information will be maintained for a period of ______ years and handled consistent with policy contained in the Internal Investigations Manual.

Answer 36

5

Question 37

CalHR rules requires that the observations leading to reasonable suspicion be documented and that a copy of this information must be provided to the employee. While these rules are not specific, this information should be provided to the employee within ____________ (except when not reasonably possible or where other time frames are dictated by the applicable MOU).

Answer 37

48 hours

Question 38

The manager who acted as the _______________ must review the reasonable suspicion report to ensure it contains all necessary elements outlined in Annex A-C of this chapter and is an accurate representation of the circumstances that led to the decision to authorize the substance test.

Answer 38

Confirming official

Question 39

The supervisor that made the initial determination of reasonable suspicion must prepare a Reasonable Suspicion report using the ___________

Answer 39

CHP 202X

Question 40

T or F: The CHP 202X indicating a negative test result shall be retained in the employees personnel file for a persons of two years

Answer 40

False

Question 41

T or F: All commercial drivers employed by the department are required to have a commercial driver license and are subject to all federal controlled substance and alcohol testing rules

Answer 41

True

Question 42

Commercial drivers employed by the department will be required to submit to a reasonable suspicion drug test and/or a breath alcohol test as required under ____________ regulation

Answer 42

Federal

Question 43

A commercial driver employed by the department who is involved in a qualifying traffic collision must be tested for alcohol within _____ hours. If not tested after _____ hours the supervisor must not test the employee and document the reason why the employee was not tested.

Answer 43

2 / 8

Question 44

When the driver has an alcohol test result with an alcohol concentration of 02% or greater, but less than .04% , the driver shall not be permitted to drive a regulated vehicle until at least ____ hours have elapsed since the test.

Answer 44

24 hours