GPSTC Athens Training Manager Richard Dixon
Intoxilyzer 9000 Recertification Class Information
COVID-19 NOTICE (PLEASE READ) - Updated 11/18/20
Due to the essential nature of law enforcement duties, GBI-DOFS is committed to delivering recertification training to Intoxilyzer 9000 operators. As long as policies allow for in person training, we will continue to offer this option for students who desire it. While we will continue to try to minimize the risk of exposure to infectious agents such as COVID-19 during in person learning, neither GBI-DOFS nor GPSTC can completely eliminate the possibility of infection. We ask that all students read and be mindful of the GPSTC COVID-19 policy prior to coming to class. The link can be found here: GPSTC COVID-19 policy. While hand sanitizer should be available throughout most training facilities, we are unable to provide masks or other personal protective equipment to students. Students are encouraged but not required to bring these items and utilize them throughout the duration of the class. We will attempt to maximize the distance between students during class, but cannot guarantee that students will be able to maintain six foot distancing at all times during training. Operators who have significant health or safety concerns are encouraged to consider enrolling in an online Recertification class. Our goal is to offer at least one online Recertification class each month until normal operations are resumed. Online classes will delivered using Microsoft Teams and will require students to have access to devices equipped with a webcam and Google Chrome or other compatible browser.
Chris Tilson
Implied Consent Manager, GBI-DOFS
Students attending this course will receive training on the current best practices for conducting evidential breath alcohol tests utilizing the Georgia Model Intoxilyzer 9000 and applicable operational and legal issues updated since the operator's prior certification.
Where and When: This 4 hour course is usually scheduled for Thursdays from 8AM to 12PM. It is typically offered once per month at the Georgia Public Training Center in Forsyth and once per quarter in the Regional Academies, though scheduling of classes is dependent upon demand. A list of currently available classes can be found in the table below and on the Registration Form.
Who: This course is only offered to current, active Intoxilyzer 9000 permit holders or individuals possessing an Intoxilyzer 9000 permit that has been expired for less than one year. (Note: Permits issued by agencies other than GBI-DOFS are not considered valid for operation in the state of Georgia and are not eligible for renewal)
How: In order to register for the Intoxilyzer 9000 Recertification Class, all students must complete the Class Registration Form. This form should be filled out as completely as possible. Failure to provide the requested information may result in an inability to process your registration request. Upon completion of this form a acknowledgement of receipt will be automatically generated. This is not a confirmation of acceptance. An email confirmation will be sent to the registration contact as soon as the request is reviewed and accepted. The link to the online Registration Form can be found here. (Registration Form Link)
Please Note: If a Refresher class is cancelled a notification will be posted on this page at least 24 hours prior to the class start and all contacts will be notified via email. Please check this website within 24 hours of your scheduled class to verify that your class had not been cancelled. Thank you for your understanding. Should you have any futher questions feel free to contact us.
Scheduled Classes 2021
| Date | Description | Location | Time | Status |
| 1/7/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Complete |
| 1/14/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Tifton | 8:00-12:00 | Cancelled |
| 1/28/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Athens | 8:00-12:00 | Complete |
| 2/11/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Forsyth | 8:00-12:00 | Complete |
| 2/18/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Complete |
| 2/25/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Columbia Co | 8:00-12:00 | Full |
| 3/4/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 3/18/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPTSC - Columbus | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 3/25/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Pickens | 8:00-12:00 | Full |
| 4/1/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Forsyth | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 4/15/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 5/6/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Savannah | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 5/20/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 6/3/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Forsyth | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 6/10/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Rome | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 6/17/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 6/24/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Columbus | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 7/15/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 7/22/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Tifton | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 7/29/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Athens | 8:00-12:00 | Open |
| 8/5/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Forsyth | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 8/12/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 8/19/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Columbia Co | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 8/26/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Rome | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 9/16/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 9/23/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Pickens Co | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 10/7/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Forsyth | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 10/21/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Columbia Co | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 10/28/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 11/4/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Savannah | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 11/18/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 12/2/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Forsyth | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 12/9/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | GPSTC - Rome | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
| 12/16/21 | Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher | Online Class* | 8:00-12:00 | Pending |
Additional Information
Students will be emailed a confirmation notice to the email provided in the registration form. Please DO NOT email or fax the GBI, GSP or GPSTC student authorization forms for Intoxilyzer 9000 Refresher classes. For general facility information or to contact GPSTC Forsyth please click on the following link. (click here)
A list of currently available classes and registration instructions can be found in the table above. To register for a Refresher Class at one of the regional academies please do not contact the regional academy directly. For information regarding facilities or directions, a list of regional academy contacts and locations can be found at the following link. Please be aware that not all of the regional academies host I9000 Refresher classes. Contact Info
Regional Academy Contact Info:
GPSTC Pickens Training Manager, John Weissgerber
Columbia County S.O. Training Center
GPSTC Columbus Training Manager, John Taliaferro
GPSTC Rome Training Manager, John Weissgerber
GPSTC Savannah Training Manager Hal Braswell
GPSTC Tifton Training Manager Marty Smith
