Apollo, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,549 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -12.2%

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Apollo: 90.5 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 23.4%

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (33.9%), Irish (11.1%), Italian (9.3%), English (9.0%), American (7.9%), Polish (4.0%).

Elevation: 900 feet

Land Area: 0.32 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $33,473 (it was $22,989 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $21,277 (it was $13,415 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $87,862 (it was $49,000 in 2000) Apollo:$87,862PA:$181,200

Races:
      White alone - 1,545 - 93.8%
      Black alone - 38 - 2.3%
      Two or more races - 36 - 2.2%
      Hispanic - 14 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 9 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 4 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.06%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

DOT Physical Apollo, PA

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Apollo, PA and throughout the local area.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL license must have a DOT physical, complete a medical examination report and successfully complete all requirements of the DOT physical to be issued a CDL medical card, the card is valid for 24 months and must be renewed every 2 years with a physical.

Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides DOT and non DOT physicals Apollo, PA at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by FMCSA. Testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

To Schedule Your DOT Physical or DOT Drug Test at a local testing center call - (800)221-4291 or Schedule your DOT physical or DOT drug test now by clicking the schedule now button below.

984 CHERRY LANE RD 2.0 miles

984 CHERRY LANE RD
APOLLO, PA 15613
Categories: APOLLO PA

397 Hyde Park Road, Allegheny Town Square, Suite 1 3.4 miles

397 Hyde Park Road, Allegheny Town Square, Suite 1
Leechburg, PA 15656
Categories: Leechburg PA

4120 7TH STREET RD 7.0 miles

4120 7TH STREET RD
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
Categories: NEW KENSINGTON PA

1600 Wildlife Lodge Road, 8.3 miles

1600 Wildlife Lodge Road,
Lower Burrell, PA 15068
Categories: Lower Burrell PA

303 E 10TH AVE 10.6 miles

303 E 10TH AVE
TARENTUM, PA 15084
Categories: TARENTUM PA

2300 Freeport Road, 14 Feldarelli Square 11.1 miles

2300 Freeport Road, 14 Feldarelli Square
New Kensington, PA 15068
Categories: New Kensington PA

251 7TH ST STE 201B 11.3 miles

251 7TH ST STE 201B
NEW KENSINGTON, PA 15068
Categories: NEW KENSINGTON PA

28 COLONY BLVD 12.3 miles

28 COLONY BLVD
BLAIRSVILLE, PA 15717
Categories: BLAIRSVILLE PA

9525 ROUTE 422 HWY W PO BOX 338 12.8 miles

9525 ROUTE 422 HWY W PO BOX 338
SHELOCTA, PA 15774
Categories: SHELOCTA PA

4620 WILLIAM PENN HWY 13.2 miles

4620 WILLIAM PENN HWY
MURRYSVILLE, PA 15668
Categories: MURRYSVILLE PA

4889 William Penn Highway - Wa, 13.3 miles

4889 William Penn Highway - Wa,
Murrysville, PA 15668
Categories: Murrysville PA

421 ROUTE 22 13.7 miles

421 ROUTE 22
DELMONT, PA 15626
Categories: DELMONT PA

1 NOLTE DR STE 650 14.9 miles

1 NOLTE DR STE 650
KITTANNING, PA 16201
Categories: KITTANNING PA

21 FRANKLIN VILLAGE MALL 14.9 miles

21 FRANKLIN VILLAGE MALL
KITTANNING, PA 16201
Categories: KITTANNING PA

2585 FREEPORT RD STE 105 15.2 miles

2585 FREEPORT RD STE 105
PITTSBURGH, PA 15238
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 420 15.2 miles

125 Daugherty Drive, Suite 420
Monroeville, PA 15146
Categories: Monroeville PA

2644 MOSSIDE BLVD 15.3 miles

2644 MOSSIDE BLVD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Categories: MONROEVILLE PA

2380 MCGINLEY RD 15.4 miles

2380 MCGINLEY RD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Categories: MONROEVILLE PA

2570 HAYMAKER RD 15.5 miles

2570 HAYMAKER RD
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Categories: MONROEVILLE PA

2550 MOSSIDE BLVD STE 214 15.6 miles

2550 MOSSIDE BLVD STE 214
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Categories: MONROEVILLE PA

391 WASHINGTON AVE 16.0 miles

391 WASHINGTON AVE
OAKMONT, PA 15139
Categories: OAKMONT PA

3824 NORTHERN PIKE STE 775 16.1 miles

3824 NORTHERN PIKE STE 775
MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
Categories: MONROEVILLE PA

3824 Northern Pike, Suite 125 16.1 miles

3824 Northern Pike, Suite 125
Monroeville, PA 15146
Categories: Monroeville PA

5769 Saltsburg Road, #2 16.3 miles

5769 Saltsburg Road, #2
Verona, PA 15147
Categories: Verona PA

600 Oxford Drive, Suite 110 16.8 miles

600 Oxford Drive, Suite 110
Monroeville, PA 15146
Categories: Monroeville PA

101 ALWINE RD 16.9 miles

101 ALWINE RD
SAXONBURG, PA 16056
Categories: SAXONBURG PA

1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320 17.0 miles

1000 INTEGRITY DRIVE, STE 320
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

6510 STATE ROUTE 30 17.4 miles

6510 STATE ROUTE 30
JEANNETTE, PA 15644
Categories: JEANNETTE PA

201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500 17.7 miles

201 PENN CENTER BLVD STE 500
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY 17.9 miles

3433 WILLIAM PENN HWY
PITTSBURGH, PA 15235
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300 19.5 miles

5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park 19.5 miles

200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991 19.5 miles

4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B 19.5 miles

134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

1951 LINCOLN HWY 19.7 miles

1951 LINCOLN HWY
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
Categories: NORTH VERSAILLES PA

2128 OAKLAND AVE 19.8 miles

2128 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

2125 OAKLAND AVE 19.8 miles

2125 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

50 Freeport Road, Unit 400 19.9 miles

50 Freeport Road, Unit 400
Aspinwall, PA 15215
Categories: Aspinwall PA

50 FREEPORT RD STE 500 19.9 miles

50 FREEPORT RD STE 500
ASPINWALL, PA 15215
Categories: ASPINWALL PA

15 FREEPORT RD STE 100 19.9 miles

15 FREEPORT RD STE 100
PITTSBURGH, PA 15215
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1916 OAKLAND AVE 19.9 miles

1916 OAKLAND AVE
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle 19.9 miles

Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle
Greensburg, PA 15601
Categories: Greensburg PA

161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2 20.2 miles

161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

905 SPRUCE ST 20.2 miles

905 SPRUCE ST
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

9173 RTE 30, STE 5 20.2 miles

9173 RTE 30, STE 5
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

8943 STATE ROUTE 30, 20.4 miles

8943 STATE ROUTE 30,
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

532 W PITTSBURGH ST 20.4 miles

532 W PITTSBURGH ST
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

5240 ROUTE 30, STE B, 20.4 miles

5240 ROUTE 30, STE B,
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

5513 William Flynn Highway, Suite 500 20.4 miles

5513 William Flynn Highway, Suite 500
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Categories: Gibsonia PA

1265 WAYNE AVE STE 207 20.6 miles

1265 WAYNE AVE STE 207
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110 20.6 miles

4655 WILLIAM FLYNN HWY STE 110
ALLISON PARK, PA 15101
Categories: ALLISON PARK PA

W 2ND AVE 20.8 miles

W 2ND AVE
LATROBE, PA 15650
Categories: LATROBE PA

875 HOSPITAL RD 20.8 miles

875 HOSPITAL RD
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

3706 5TH AVE Ste 2 20.9 miles

3706 5TH AVE Ste 2
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
Categories: NORTH VERSAILLES PA

143 HARTMAN RD STE 10 21.1 miles

143 HARTMAN RD STE 10
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

12116 STATE ROUTE 30 21.1 miles

12116 STATE ROUTE 30
NORTH HUNTINGDON, PA 15642
Categories: NORTH HUNTINGDON PA

11347 ROUTE 30 STE 3 21.1 miles

11347 ROUTE 30 STE 3
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

870 WEATHERWOOD LN 21.3 miles

870 WEATHERWOOD LN
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113 21.3 miles

4655 William Flynn Highway, Hampton Shoppes - Unit 113
Allison Park, PA 15101
Categories: Allison Park PA

874 BUTLER ST STE 2 21.3 miles

874 BUTLER ST STE 2
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

835 HOSPITAL RD Box 788 21.4 miles

835 HOSPITAL RD Box 788
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village 21.7 miles

1742 William Flynn Highway, Shaler Village
Glenshaw, PA 15116
Categories: Glenshaw PA

633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD 21.9 miles

633 MOUNT ROYAL BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15223
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

865 MARION RD 22.1 miles

865 MARION RD
INDIANA, PA 15701
Categories: INDIANA PA

5201 BAUM BLVD 22.2 miles

5201 BAUM BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall 22.3 miles

2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall
White Oak, PA 15131
Categories: White Oak PA

2727 Murray Avenue, 22.6 miles

2727 Murray Avenue,
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

4765 LIBERTY AVENUE, 22.6 miles

4765 LIBERTY AVENUE,
PITTSBURGH, PA 15224
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

206 ARLINGTON PL 22.8 miles

206 ARLINGTON PL
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

4815 Centre Avenue, Suite 106 22.8 miles

4815 Centre Avenue, Suite 106
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

207 W 7TH AVE 23.0 miles

207 W 7TH AVE
HOMESTEAD, PA 15120
Categories: HOMESTEAD PA

120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C 23.4 miles

120 Lytton Avenue, Suite 100 C
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

120 LYTTON AVE STE 275 23.4 miles

120 LYTTON AVE STE 275
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

3876 STATE ROUTE 30 23.6 miles

3876 STATE ROUTE 30
LATROBE, PA 15650
Categories: LATROBE PA

5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6 23.6 miles

5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6
LATROBE, PA 15650
Categories: LATROBE PA

3500 5th Avenue, Suite G1 23.8 miles

3500 5th Avenue, Suite G1
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

4771 McKnight Road, 24.2 miles

4771 McKnight Road,
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F 24.4 miles

7219 MCKNIGHT RD Ste F
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

751 PITTSBURGH MCKEESPORT BLVD 24.5 miles

751 PITTSBURGH MCKEESPORT BLVD
DRAVOSBURG, PA 15034
Categories: DRAVOSBURG PA

5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226 24.7 miles

5500 CORPORATE DR STE 226
PITTSBURGH, PA 15237
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

267 PITTSBURGH RD Ste 1 24.7 miles

267 PITTSBURGH RD Ste 1
BUTLER, PA 16002
Categories: BUTLER PA

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DOT Physical Apollo, PA

Federal Law and DOT regulations state that any "covered employee" such as a CDL driver must possess a valid medical card demonstrating that they have successfully passed a DOT Physical examination and complied with all other requirements of DOT regulation part 40 to be eligible to drive.

Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can schedule your DOT or non DOT physical examination at a location close to you, insure that all required documentation is completed and that you are issued a CDL medical card upon successfully passing the exam.

Recommended items to bring to your DOT physical:

  • Eye glasses (bring prescription)
  • List of medications
  • Clearance letters or physician related documentation

Persons should also be prepared to discuss with the FMCSA certified examiner your health history including past or recent illnesses or other information related to your physical exam.

NON DOT Physicals/Examinations

Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can also provide through our nationwide testing locations and affiliated medical facilities non DOT physicals for job fitness, return to duty and follow up.

To Schedule a DOT or Non DOT Physical Apollo, PA

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DOT Drug Testing Apollo, PA

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Apollo, PA and throughout the local area which complies with all requirements of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available.

No appointment is necessary, but you must call and register for a DOT Drug Test Apollo, PA location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Apollo, PA location.

Scheduling a DOT Drug Test, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or schedule online 24/7.

Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and the process to schedule a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test is FAST AND EASY.

In addition to providing DOT drug testing Apollo, PA location and DOT breath alcohol testing Apollo, PA location, Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and other surrounding cities. When you need a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test for pre-employment, random or post-accident, call our DOT drug testing Apollo, PA office at (800)221-4291.

On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has over 5000 testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

Department of Transportation (DOT)

If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.

Drug Free Workplace

Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.

We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.

Our DOT drug testing Apollo, PA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.

Our DOT drug testing Apollo, PA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Apollo, PA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.

In accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations if you or your business is regulated by one of the following agencies all "covered safety sensitive" employees (part or full time) must comply with all DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements. For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency in which you or your company is regulated by.

Please Note- If you are currently being audited/inspected or found to be in violation by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and you are calling for DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing, please advise the Accredited Drug Testing DOT Specialist when ordering DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing services.

To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 - Click Here

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all covered employees take a pre-employment 5 panel drug test and have a negative result on file to hold a safety sensitive position.

All DOT regulated companies must have on file a copy of the pre-employment drug test for all covered employees. An applicant saying that they previously took a DOT pre-employment drug test but cannot produce a copy of the drug test result must take a pre-employment drug test before beginning employment in a DOT safety sensitive position.

The Accredited Drug Testing Inc DOT random drug testing program notifies covered employees by email and a phone call and provides the location of the closest testing center for the covered employee to go and take their drug and alcohol test.

Failing to take a random drug or alcohol test once selected can result in substantial fines and penalties by the Department of Transportation (DOT).

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved random selection Consortium for covered employees who are required to comply with DOT random testing requirements.

DOT Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated companies educate and train all supervisors in how to detect employees under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.

Supervisors must complete and successfully pass a DOT approved supervisor training course.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved Supervisor Training Course which is web based and which will provide a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the course. The course is approximately 3 hours in length and maybe accessed at anytime.

DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that any regulated company with two or more employees holding safety sensitive positions covered by 49 CFR Part 40 must have a written DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy and all employees must be provided a copy of the policy. Companies must comply with all requirements listed in the DOT drug and alcohol policy.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc specializes in the development and implementation of a DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy - Call Accredited Drug Testing in Apollo, PA, (800)221-4291

DOT Additional Requirements/Information

The Department of Transportation only recognizes and authorizes a 5 panel urine drug test and a breath alcohol test for compliance with 49 CFR Part 40.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that a Federal Chain of Custody Form (5 Page CCF) be used with all drug screens and that all breath alcohol testing devices be approved by the DOT.

The staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc are certified and trained in DOT drug specimen collections and DOT breath alcohol testing.

DOT Physicals

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL License must successfully pass a DOT physical to be issued a CDL Medical Card. The Medical Card is valid for 24months and must be renewed every 2 years with a new physical.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT physicals nationwide at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT Physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by the FMCSA.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc is your "one stop shopping" for all DOT Physicals Apollo, PA and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Apollo, PA.

To schedule a DOT Physical Apollo, PA location or DOT Drug Test Apollo, PA location, Call (800)221-4291

Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800)221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of DOT Physical Examinations

A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination is a health assessment mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This examination ensures that each driver is capable and healthy enough to safely perform the demanding duties associated with operating a commercial vehicle. The primary goal is to enhance road safety by preventing accidents caused by physical health issues.

Who Needs a DOT Physical?

  • Commercial Drivers: All commercial drivers who operate vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds must undergo this physical examination.
  • Interstate Bus Drivers: Drivers who operate vehicles that carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver, interstate.
  • Hazardous Material Transporters: Those who transport hazardous materials that require safety permits due to the quantity.

Components of a DOT Physical

The DOT physical covers various health checks to assess a driver’s physical and mental capabilities:

  1. Vision Test: Drivers must have at least 20/40 acuity in each eye with or without correction and a horizontal visual field of at least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
  2. Hearing Test: Drivers must be able to hear a forced whisper from a distance of at least five feet with or without a hearing aid.
  3. Blood Pressure/Pulse Rate: Assesses cardiovascular health and the potential for hypertension.
  4. Urinalysis: Screens for underlying medical conditions like diabetes and kidney disorders.
  5. Physical Examination: Involves the examination of multiple systems in the body including neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and psychiatric systems to ensure no impairment that could hinder driving ability.

Validity and Certification

Once a driver passes the DOT physical, they receive a DOT medical certificate which is typically valid for up to two years. However, if a condition is found that requires monitoring (such as hypertension), the medical certificate may be issued for a shorter period.

Preparing for a DOT Physical

Drivers should prepare for their DOT physical by:

  • Gathering Health Information: Bring a list of current medications and information on any diagnosed conditions.
  • Wearing Proper Attire: Wear loose clothing for the physical exam, and bring any necessary corrective lenses or hearing aids.
  • Staying Informed: Be aware of how certain medical conditions might affect the ability to pass the physical.

A DOT physical is a crucial step for the safety of both the commercial driver and other road users. By ensuring medical fitness, these exams help maintain high safety standards in the transportation industry.

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Local Area Info: Apollo, Pennsylvania

Apollo is a borough in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States, 35 miles (56 km) northeast of Pittsburgh in a former coal-mining region. Apollo was settled in 1790, laid out in 1816, and incorporated as a borough in 1848. The population was 1,647 at the 2010 census.

The area was sectioned in 1769, following the Treaty of Fort Stanwix, as a farm known as "Warren's Sleeping Place", named after a Native American trader from the area named Edward Warren. It was soon surveyed and divided into lots, with the town of Warren officially being added to the Greensburg register on November 9, 1816. The log cabin home of the Drake family still stands in the area, and is one of the oldest buildings in Armstrong County.

By the late 19th century the Apollo Iron & Steel Company dominated the local economy. In 1895, the company's president, George Gibson McMurtry, hired famous landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted to design a town for Apollo Iron & Steel's workers. The result was the neighboring town of Vandergrift. In 1911, Apollo became home to the first public library in Armstrong County.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,549 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -12.2%

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Apollo: 90.5 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 23.4%

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (33.9%), Irish (11.1%), Italian (9.3%), English (9.0%), American (7.9%), Polish (4.0%).

Elevation: 900 feet

Land Area: 0.32 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $33,473 (it was $22,989 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $21,277 (it was $13,415 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $87,862 (it was $49,000 in 2000) Apollo:$87,862PA:$181,200

Races:
      White alone - 1,545 - 93.8%
      Black alone - 38 - 2.3%
      Two or more races - 36 - 2.2%
      Hispanic - 14 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 9 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 4 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 1 - 0.06%

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