Alcohol Essentials: Breath Testing
Course Description:
This course continues our Alcohol Essentials series and focuses on Breath Alcohol Testing. Participants will learn about fundamental principles of breath testing and its association with blood alcohol concentration. Instruction is provided on preliminary breath test instruments, their working principles, and their advantages and limitations. Evidential breath testing devices, calibration methods, and the biological considerations involved in breath alcohol testing are also included. Additionally, common challenges and updates in breath testing standards are discussed, providing a comprehensive understanding of the technology and its forensic applications.
Recommended Learners:
LEO
DRE
Toxicologist
Attorney
DRE
Toxicologist
Attorney
Carrie Kirkton
Carrie Kirkton is a Supervisor of Forensic Services in the Toxicology Section of the New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center. She has a BS in Chemistry and a Master of Science degree in Forensic Science. See full bio.