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What does 49 CFR 40.229 (What devices are used to conduct alcohol screening tests?) require?

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According to 49 CFR 40.229, to conduct alcohol screening tests, you are only allowed to use:

* ASDs (Alcohol Screening Devices) that are listed on the ODAPC Web page for "Approved Screening Devices to Measure Alcohol in Bodily Fluids."

* EBTs (Evidential Breath Measurement Devices) that are listed on the ODAPC Web page for "Approved Evidential Breath Measurement Devices."

Additionally, you must follow these practical rules:

* You may only use an ASD for DOT alcohol tests if there are specific instructions for its use in this part of the regulations.

* An ASD can only be used for screening tests and must never be used for confirmation tests.

§ 49 CFR 40.229 · eCFR ↗Sources retrieved: 1 retrieved CFR section

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