AFMAN44-198 — Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program

AFMAN44-198 governs the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program, including civilian drug testing and urine specimen collection.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN44-198
  • Title: AIR FORCE CIVILIAN DRUG DEMAND REDUCTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2022-10-05

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It addresses illicit drug use by civilian personnel, program goals, and the duties of personnel involved in drug testing. It requires specific procedures for observing urine specimen collection and states that the Civilian DDR Program is mandatory.

Topics covered

  • Civilian drug demand reduction
  • Illicit drug use by civilian personnel
  • Civilian drug testing
  • Urine specimen collection
  • Observer escort duties
  • Release of patient information

Questions and answers

What must the employee do with the collection cup during urine collection?

The employee will maintain custody of the collection cup making sure collection cup remains in the sight of the OBSERVER at all times. (paragraph 44-121)

What must the observer ensure during the collection process?

During the collection process the observer ensures that the employee provides urine into the collection cup. (paragraph 4)

Can the observer handle the collection container?

The observer must never touch or handle collection container unless the collector is serving as observer. (paragraph 6)

How long must the observer remain with the employee?

The observer will remain with the employee until a urine specimen has been accepted by collection site (Drug Demand Reduction (DDR) Program) staff. (paragraph 8)

What happens if abusive or rude behavior occurs during the program?

Abusive, abrasive or rude behavior will not be tolerated and any occurrence will be reported to the employee’s, applicant’s or escort’s supervisor and commander/director.

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