DOT Physical Bedford, TX
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX 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.
1615 Hospital Pkwy, Suite 208 1.1 miles
Bedford, TX 76022
1600 HOSPITAL PKWY 1.3 miles
BEDFORD, TX 76022
400 MID CITIES BLVD 2.5 miles
HURST, TX 76054
610 S INDUSTRIAL BLVD Ste 150 2.7 miles
EULESS, TX 76040
8713 AIRPORT FWY STE 318 3.0 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76180
951 W PIPELINE RD STE 320 3.2 miles
HURST, TX 76053
9001 BOULEVARD 26 3.3 miles
NORTH RICHLAND, TX 76180
6000 Colleyville Blvd Ste 150 3.4 miles
Colleyville, TX 76034
1060 N MAIN ST STE 101A 3.6 miles
EULESS, TX 76039
4401 BOOTH CALLOWAY RD 4.2 miles
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX 76180
5301 WILLIAM D TATE AVE 4.3 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
4109 CAGLE DR STE A 4.4 miles
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX 76180
1661 EASTCHASE PKWY 6.4 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76120
551 Silicon Dr Ste 100 6.5 miles
Southlake, TX 76092
805 W NORTH CARRIER PKWY STE 260 6.5 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75050
902 W Randol Mill, Suite 100 6.7 miles
Arlington, TX 76012
1643 LANCASTER DR STE 223 6.7 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
2315 E SOUTHLAKE BLVD STE 110 6.9 miles
SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092
2160 E LAMAR BLVD 6.9 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76006
1650 W COLLEGE ST 7.0 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
1100 S MAIN ST STE D 7.0 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
600 W NORTHWEST HWY STE E 7.5 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
623 W MAIN ST 7.6 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76010
260 N Rufe Snow Dr, 8.2 miles
Keller, TX 76248
720 S MAIN ST 8.5 miles
KELLER, TX 76248
4060 SANDSHELL DR 8.7 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
7630 N Beach St, Suite 156 8.8 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76137
3645 N BEACH ST 8.9 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
912 E PARK ROW DR 8.9 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76010
104 S Main St 9.0 miles
Keller, TX 76248
3225 W AIRPORT FWY Ste 226 9.0 miles
IRVING, TX 75062
2045 N STATE HIGHWAY 360 STE 100B 9.4 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75050
2100 N STATE HIGHWAY 360 STE 1207 9.4 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75050
3645 WESTERN CENTER BLVD 9.4 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
8925 STERLING ST STE 255 9.4 miles
IRVING, TX 75063
3629 WESTERN CENTER BLVD STE 221 9.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
2701 OSLER DR,STE 2 9.5 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75051
2434 FINLEY RD 9.6 miles
IRVING, TX 75062
2001 W AIRPORT FWY 10.0 miles
IRVING, TX 75062
7232 NORTH FWY 10.0 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
2355 E GRAPEVINE MILLS CIR 10.1 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
1302 LANE ST STE 800 10.5 miles
IRVING, TX 75061
On-site only 10.5 miles
Irving, TX 75063
3529 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 133 10.6 miles
Keller, TX 76244
3501 N Macarthur Blvd Ste 310, 10.7 miles
Irving, TX 75062
2940 N O CONNOR RD STE 117N 11.2 miles
IRVING, TX 75062
5910 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 133 11.5 miles
IRVING, TX 75039
7400 N MACARTHUR BLVD 11.6 miles
IRVING, TX 75063
245 E GRAUWYLER RD STE 122 11.7 miles
IRVING, TX 75061
7501 LAS COLINAS BLVD STE 100 11.8 miles
IRVING, TX 75063
4545 MATLOCK RD STE 103 11.9 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76018
5900 W INTERSTATE 20 12.2 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
1340 MAYO ST STE 185 STE 185 12.3 miles
IRVING, TX 75060
5612 SW GREEN OAKS BLVD STE D 12.3 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
4801 S COOPER ST 12.3 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
171 N DENTON TAP RD STE 200 12.3 miles
COPPELL, TX 75019
515 E WEATHERFORD ST 12.3 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76102
8787 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 120 12.5 miles
IRVING, TX 75063
5201 S COOPER ST 12.5 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
2422 Jacksborro Hwy 12.7 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76106
5405 S COOPER ST 12.8 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
2520 W INTERSTATE 20 12.9 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052
546 E Sandy Lake Rd Ste 120, 13.0 miles
Coppell, TX 75019
2401 WESTPORT PKWY STE 140 13.1 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76177
5224 S State Highway 360, Suite 225 13.2 miles
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
1106 ALSTON AVE STE 120 13.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
1106 ALSTON AVE SUITE 250 13.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
11498 LUNA RD STE 206 13.6 miles
DALLAS, TX 75234
6300 Samuel Blvd Ste 114A 13.7 miles
Dallas, TX 75228
1300 W ROSEDALE ST STE A 13.7 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
1651 W Rosedale St Ste 105 14.0 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76104
1250 8th Avenue, Suite 115 14.0 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76104
4001 Long Prairie Road, Suite 130 14.2 miles
Flowermound, TX 75028
2500 WEST FWY STE 100 14.3 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76102
1926 EPHRIHAM AVE 14.3 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76164
2625 8TH AVE 14.7 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76110
1345 VALWOOD PKWY STE 306 14.9 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75006
3533 NW LOOP 820 14.9 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76106
2403 S STEMMONS FWY STE 103 15.0 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75067
1559 W MAIN ST 15.1 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75067
1111 W MOCKINGBIRD LN PO BOX 910465 15.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
751 HEBRON PKWY STE 100 15.2 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75057
4775 SOUTH FWY 15.4 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76115
544 W SEMINARY DR 15.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76115
8100 JOHN W CARPENTER FWY STE 100 15.6 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
1837 W FRANKFORD RD STE 116 15.6 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75007
540 SURF ST 15.7 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75067
1720 REGAL ROW STE 238 15.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75235
500 N Valley Pkwy, Suite 110 15.7 miles
Lewisville, TX 75067
1450 EMPIRE CENTRAL DR STE 100 15.9 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
8501 JUSTIN RD 16.0 miles
DOUBLE OAK, TX 75077
475 W. Elm 16.1 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75057
571 W MAIN ST STE 110 16.1 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75507
3003 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 100 16.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75234
8267 ELMBROOK DR STE 100 16.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
4625 Boat Club Rd, 16.2 miles
Lake Worth, TX 76135
8840 BENBROOK BLVD 16.2 miles
BENBROOK, TX 76126
3141 IRVING BLVD STE 220 16.3 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
1555 W Mockingbird Lane Ste 202 16.5 miles
Dallas, TX 75235
3520 NW CENTRE DR 16.7 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76135
1213 E TRINITY MILLS RD 16.8 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75006
6612 HARRY HINES BLVD 17.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75235
2920 N STEMMONS FWY 17.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
11888 MARSH LN 17.3 miles
DALLAS, TX 75234
5909 HARRY HINES BLVD 17.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75390
PO BOX 79503 17.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76179
2601 E BELT LINE RD 17.6 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75006
2600 N STEMMONS FWY STE 162 17.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75207
4333 North Josey Lane Plaza II, Suite 105 17.8 miles
Carrollton, TX 75010
1017 W HEBRON PKWY 17.9 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75010
511 E INTERSTATE 20 18.0 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76018
990 Highway 287 N, Ste 115 18.0 miles
Mansfield, TX 76063
2128 Mall Circle, Suite 106 18.5 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76116
3953 BELT LINE RD 18.7 miles
ADDISON, TX 75001
5512 BELLAIRE DR S STE J 18.8 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76109
7400 MCCART AVE 19.2 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76133
4501 Lemmon Ave 19.2 miles
Dallas, TX 75219
1720 E BROAD ST 19.2 miles
MANSFIELD, TX 76063
3015 RENAISSANCE DR 19.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75287
814 E CAMP WISDOM RD 19.3 miles
DUNCANVILLE, TX 75116
4343 W CAMP WISDOM RD STE 213 19.3 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
214 W COLORADO BLVD 19.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75208
8222 DOUGLAS AVE STE 390 19.5 miles
DALLAS, TX 75225
15810 MIDWAY RD 19.5 miles
ADDISON, TX 75001
5900 OVERTON RIDGE BLVD 19.6 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76132
5520 S WESTMORELAND RD STE 200 20.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
5201 S WESTMORELAND RD 20.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
701 COMMERCE ST STE 205 20.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75202
8470 CAMP BOWIE WEST BLVD 20.3 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76116
951 YORK DR STE 105 20.5 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
11801 SOUTH FWY 20.5 miles
BURLESON, TX 76028
3500 W WHEATLAND RD 20.6 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
2727 Bolton Boone Dr, Suite 106 20.6 miles
Desoto, TX 75115
7555 Oakmont Blvd, 20.6 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76132
642 UPTOWN BLVD 20.7 miles
CEDAR HILL, TX 75104
3430 W Wheatland Rd, Ste 224 20.7 miles
Dallas, TX 75237
4617 N CENTRAL EXPY 20.8 miles
DALLAS, TX 75205
345 N HIGHWAY 67 20.9 miles
CEDAR HILL, TX 75104
6330 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 130 21.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75240
9139 BOULEVARD 26 STE 540-105 21.0 miles
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX 76180
14856 PRESTON RD STE 100 21.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75254
14902 PRESTON RD STE 810 21.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75254
5917 BELT LINE RD 21.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75254
4727 FRANKFORD RD STE 409 21.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75287
39769 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY 21.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
4400 TEASLEY LN ST 200 21.3 miles
DENTON, TX 76210
3800 MAIN ST STE 100 21.3 miles
THE COLONY, TX 75056
951 WINSCOTT RD 21.4 miles
BENBROOK, TX 76126
3600 GASTON AVE STE 707 21.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75246
3801 GASTON AVE STE 104 21.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75246
3900 Junius St, Ste 240 21.5 miles
Dallas, TX 75246
5315 ROSS AVE 21.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75206
4844 GREENVILLE AVE 21.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75206
5601 GREENVILLE AVE 21.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75206
5000 MAIN ST STE 203 21.9 miles
THE COLONY, TX 75056
300 BOONE RD STE A1 22.0 miles
BURLESON, TX 76028
4707 STATE HIGHWAY 121 22.0 miles
THE COLONY, TX 75056
5151 State Highway 121 22.1 miles
The Colony, TX 75056
12221 MERIT DR STE 100 22.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75251
11613 N Central Expwy, Suite 120 22.1 miles
Dallas, TX 75243
811 NE ALSBURY BLVD STE 800 22.1 miles
BURLESON, TX 76028
6071 VILLAGE BEND DR APT 816 22.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75206
12750 MERIT DR STE 770 22.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75251
7502 GREENVILLE AVE 22.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75231
6350 E Mockingbird Lane 22.5 miles
Dallas, TX 75214
18101 PRESTON RD STE 201 22.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75252
2525 E Abrams St 22.7 miles
Arlington, TX 76010
1510 N HAMPTON RD STE 260 22.8 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
108 DENVER TRL 22.8 miles
AZLE, TX 76020
3600 Communications Pkwy, Ste 647 22.9 miles
Plano, TX 75093
5944 W PARKER RD STE 200 23.1 miles
PLANO, TX 75093
2817 S Mayhill Rd, Suite 130 23.1 miles
Denton, TX 76208
5076 W PLANO PKWY 23.2 miles
PLANO, TX 75093
3331 COLORADO BLVD 23.4 miles
DENTON, TX 76210
229 E BELT LINE RD SIUITE 303 23.4 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
911 N HAMPTON RD 23.5 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
911 N HAMPTON RD STE 120 23.5 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
328 W MAIN ST STE 9 23.7 miles
AZLE, TX 76020
124 Industrial Ave, 23.7 miles
Azle, TX 76020
434 SW WILSHIRE BLVD 23.7 miles
BURLESON, TX 76028
13350 T I BLVD M.S. 327 24.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75243
4701 W PARK BLVD STE 206 24.1 miles
PLANO, TX 75093
1800 PRESTON PARK BLVD STE 102 24.1 miles
PLANO, TX 75093
1120 W CAMPBELL RD STE 109 24.1 miles
RICHARDSON, TX 75080
9901 Royal Lane Ste 106 24.5 miles
Dallas, TX 75231
DOT Physical Bedford, TX
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 Bedford, TX
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Bedford, TX
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX location and DOT breath alcohol testing Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX, (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 Bedford, TX and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Bedford, TX.
To schedule a DOT Physical Bedford, TX location or DOT Drug Test Bedford, TX 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
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- 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:
- 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.
- 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.
- Blood Pressure/Pulse Rate: Assesses cardiovascular health and the potential for hypertension.
- Urinalysis: Screens for underlying medical conditions like diabetes and kidney disorders.
- 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: Bedford, Texas
Bedford is a city located in northeast Tarrant County, Texas, in the "Mid-Cities" area between Dallas and Fort Worth. It is a suburb of Fort Worth. The population was 46,979 at the 2010 census. Bedford is part of the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District.
Prominent highways include State Highway 121 and State Highway 183, also known as Airport Freeway (a reference to the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, so called because this was the main thoroughfare to the airport in the early years of its history).
As of the census of 2000, there were 47,152 people, 20,251 households, and 12,515 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,713.6 people per square mile (1,820.5/km²). There were 21,113 housing units at an average density of 2,110.6 per square mile (815.2/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 87.63% White, 3.65% African American, 0.51% Native American, 3.62% Asian, 0.25% Pacific Islander, 2.44% from other races, and 1.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.22% of the population.