DOT Physical Bethpage, NY
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Bethpage, NY 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 Bethpage, NY 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.
180 10TH ST 0.6 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100 1.3 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 1.3 miles
Bethpage, NY 11714
4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 1.4 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 2.1 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
4 MIRIAM LN 2.3 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 2.3 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 2.3 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 2.3 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
1117 OLD COUNTRY RD 2.4 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 2.6 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 2.6 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 2.7 miles
Plainview, NY 11803
51 Walnut Ave E 2.8 miles
Farmingdale, NY 11735
120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 3.2 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
4 ROBIN CT 3.3 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 4.1 miles
WANTAGH, NY 11793
1620 FRONT ST 4.4 miles
EAST MEADOW, NY 11554
618 Broadway 4.5 miles
Amityville, NY 11701
1919 Hempstead Tpke 4.6 miles
East Meadows, NY 11554
4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 4.6 miles
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
365 BROADWAY 5.3 miles
AMITYVILLE, NY 11701
1610 OLD COUNTRY RD 5.6 miles
WESTBURY, NY 11590
87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 5.8 miles
SYOSSET, NY 11791
2982 MERRICK RD 5.9 miles
BELLMORE, NY 11710
656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A 5.9 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 6.2 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
2 CEDARTREE LN 6.5 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
51 CHARLES LINDBERGH BLVD 6.6 miles
UNIONDALE, NY 11553
2209 Merrick Rd, 2nd floor 6.6 miles
Merrick, NY 11566
PO Box 1693 6.7 miles
West Babylon, NY 11704
910 ROUTE 109 6.9 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
184 S 1ST ST 7.0 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
21 E 23RD ST 7.1 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
27 ATTORNEY ST APT 2F 7.4 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
391B Fulton Avenue, 7.6 miles
Hempstead, NY 11550
250 FULTON AVE STE 407 7.9 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
2 MAIN ST 7.9 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
1445 NEW YORK AVE 8.0 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
520 Franklin Ave, Suite 104 8.1 miles
Garden City, NY 11530
1940 DEER PARK AVE 8.1 miles
DEER PARK, NY 11729
990 STEWART AVE LOWER LEVEL 30 8.2 miles
GARDEN CITY, NY 11530
1350 Deer Park Ave, 8.3 miles
North Babylon, NY 11703
156 First Street, Lower Level 8.3 miles
Mineola, NY 11501
101 South Bergen Place, 2nd Floor 8.3 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
142 RALPH AVE 8.3 miles
BABYLON, NY 11702
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 71 Douth Bayview Ave. 8.4 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
500 West Main Street, 8.4 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
300 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE 91 8.5 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
465 WILLIS AVE 8.6 miles
WILLISTON PARK, NY 11596
41 VERONICA LN 8.6 miles
NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703
111 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 121 8.8 miles
WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552
One Expressway Plaza, Suite 116 8.9 miles
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
292 HERRICKS RD 9.2 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
2360 GRAND AVE 9.2 miles
BALDWIN, NY 11510
On Site Only 10.0 miles
West Islip, NY 11795
175 E Main Street Suite 105, 10.3 miles
Huntington, NY 11743
165 NORTH VILLAGE AVE 10.4 miles
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570
165 North Village Avenue, Suite 103 10.4 miles
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
820 JERICHO TPKE 10.8 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040
2001 MARCUS AVE STE N215 10.9 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11042
649 COMMACK RD 11.1 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
235 LITCHFIELD AVE 2ND FL 11.1 miles
ELMONT, NY 11003
2001 Marcus Ave, Suite 98W, Lobby Level 11.2 miles
Lake Success, NY 11042
265 Jericho Turnpike, 11.5 miles
Floral Park, NY 11001
onsite for POH only 11.7 miles
Brightwaters, NY 11718
6277 JERICHO TPKE 12.0 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
1165 Northern Blvd, Suite 404 12.0 miles
Manhasset, NY 11030
585 MERRICK RD 12.0 miles
LYNBROOK, NY 11563
9 HOWELLS RD 12.0 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
1000 NORTHERN BLVD STE 135 12.2 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 12.4 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 12.4 miles
Commack, NY 11725
57 E MAIN ST 12.4 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
320 LAUREL RD 12.7 miles
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
Building 125 150th St and 147th Ave 12.9 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
147th St and 150th Ave, Bldg 125 JFK International Airport 12.9 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
41 BRENTWOOD RD 13.0 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
On Site Only 13.2 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
488 GREAT NECK RD STE 300 13.3 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D, 13.4 miles
Bay Shore, NY 11706
252-20 NORTHERN BLVD STE 210 13.4 miles
LITTLE NECK, NY 11362
21714 MERRICK BLVD 14.2 miles
LAURELTON, NY 11413
47 MOREWOOD DR 14.4 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
1 KINGS HWY 14.5 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 14.6 miles
Hauppauge, NY 11788
10A KEMP CT 15.1 miles
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
222 ROCKAWAY TPKE 15.7 miles
CEDARHURST, NY 11516
222 Rockaway Turnpike, Suite 5 15.7 miles
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Onsite Only 16.4 miles
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
2 BROOKSITE DR 16.4 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 17.1 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
JFK Airport Bldg 75, STE 247/249 17.2 miles
Jamaica, NY 11430
JFK INTL AIRPORT STE 14, BLDG 14A 17.2 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
JFK International Airport Bldg 22 17.2 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 17.4 miles
Smithtown, NY 11787
30 JEROME ST 17.6 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
4161 Kissena Blvd, Suite 25, Concourse level 17.8 miles
Flushing, NY 11355
3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 17.9 miles
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
14204 BAYSIDE AVE LOWER LEVEL STE 2L 18.1 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11354
8002 KEW GARDENS RD CONCOURSE LEVEL 18.3 miles
KEW GARDENS, NY 11415
1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1 18.3 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
136-20 38th Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite CFA 18.4 miles
Flushing, NY 11354
3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 18.6 miles
RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
13355 LEFFERTS BLVD 18.6 miles
SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY 11420
1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 18.6 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
3665 E TREMONT AVE 18.8 miles
BRONX, NY 10465
111-16 JAMAICA AVE 18.8 miles
RICHMOND HILL, NY 11418
7010 Austin Street, 2nd Floor Suite 201 19.2 miles
Forest Hills, NY 11375
146 WILLOW WOOD DR 19.2 miles
OAKDALE, NY 11769
69-12 AUSTIN ST 19.3 miles
FOREST HILLS, NY 11375
9777 QUEENS BLVD 9TH FL 19.5 miles
REGO PARK, NY 11374
3250 Westchester Avenue, Suite 105 19.6 miles
Bronx, NY 10461
3250 WESTCHESTER AVE SUITE 120 19.6 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
8212 151ST AVE 19.7 miles
HOWARD BEACH, NY 11414
8217 WOODHAVEN BLVD 19.8 miles
GLENDALE, NY 11385
4830 SUNRISE HWY 19.8 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 19.9 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 19.9 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
1476 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD LOFT BLDG SIDE ENTRANCE 20.1 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
9406 59TH AVE STE E-9 20.1 miles
ELMHURST, NY 11373
The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 20.5 miles
West Sayville, NY 11796
1790 RANDALL AVE 20.6 miles
BRONX, NY 10473
1 MAIN TERMINAL STE 3 SUITE 109 20.6 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11371
1120 MORRIS PARK AVE 20.7 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
6 Rye Ridge Plaza, 20.8 miles
Rye Brook, NY 10573
40 08 Forley St, 20.9 miles
Elmhurst, NY 11373
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 21.0 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
Onsite Only 21.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11208
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 21.1 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
33-54 83RD ST, STE G-02 21.1 miles
JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY 11372
160 MIDDLE RD 21.1 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D 21.1 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
203 UNION AVE 21.2 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
69-16 METROPOLITAN AVE 21.2 miles
MIDDLE VILLAGE, NY 11379
4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 21.3 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 21.3 miles
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
15 COMMERCE RD FL 3 21.3 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
6311 QUEENS BLVD 21.4 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
7301 GRAND AVE 21.5 miles
MASPETH, NY 11378
75-35 31st Avenue, Suite 205 21.5 miles
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
80 Mill River Street, 21.7 miles
Stamford, CT 6902
6655 FRESH POND RD 21.8 miles
RIDGEWOOD, NY 11385
4275 65TH PL 21.9 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
66 - 17 Fresh Pond Rd, 21.9 miles
Ridgewood, NY 11385
105 Stevens Ave, Ste 205 22.0 miles
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
6122 Fresh Pond Road, 22.0 miles
Middle Village, NY 11379
12 N 7TH AVE 22.1 miles
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100 22.2 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
656 E FORDHAM RD 22.4 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
25-15 STEINWAY ST 22.5 miles
ASTORIA, NY 11103
2385 Arthur Avenue, Suites 201 & 202 22.6 miles
Bronx, NY 10458
3014 37th St, 22.8 miles
Astoria, NY 11103
47-01 QUEENS BLVD #206-207 22.8 miles
SUNNYSIDE, NY 11104
3000 SUMMER ST 22.9 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6905
408 Rockaway Avenue, 23.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11212
Onsite Only #1R 23.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11237
2488 GRAND CONCOURSE RM 210 23.2 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
962 MADISON ST APT 1 23.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 23.2 miles
East Setauket, NY 11733
27-47 Crescent Street, Lower Level, Suite 102-103 23.3 miles
Astoria, NY 11102
747 MELROSE AVE OFC 23.3 miles
BRONX, NY 10451
35 MARLIN RD 23.4 miles
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
557 Post Rd, 23.4 miles
Darien, CT 6820
484 POST RD 23.6 miles
DARIEN, CT 6820
31-00 47TH AVENUE 23.7 miles
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
82 12TH AVE 24.0 miles
HOLTSVILLE, NY 11742
144 LEWIS AVE 24.1 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
2035 RALPH AVE A10 24.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11234
2035 Ralph Avenue, Suite B1 24.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11234
100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 24.2 miles
East Setauket, NY 11733
68 Graham Ave 24.3 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11206
238 E 111TH ST APT 4C 24.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10029
3765 Riverdale Ave, STE 6 24.4 miles
Bronx, NY 10463
619 Throop Avenue 24.4 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
235 Boyle Rd, 24.4 miles
Selden, NY 11784
4876 BROADWAY 24.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10034
68 NASSAU AVE 24.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11222
109 AUDUBON AVE 24.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10032
1743 N OCEAN AVE 24.7 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
210 E 86th St, Ste 602 24.8 miles
New York, NY 10028
210 E 86TH ST STE 100 24.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10028
1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D 24.8 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
15 N BROADWAY STE D 24.9 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601
1248 Fulton Street 25.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
DOT Physical Bethpage, NY
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 Bethpage, NY
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Bethpage, NY
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Bethpage, NY 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 Bethpage, NY location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Bethpage, NY 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 Bethpage, NY location and DOT breath alcohol testing Bethpage, NY 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 Bethpage, NY 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 Bethpage, NY 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 Bethpage, NY locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Bethpage, NY 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 Bethpage, NY, (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 Bethpage, NY and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Bethpage, NY.
To schedule a DOT Physical Bethpage, NY location or DOT Drug Test Bethpage, NY 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: Bethpage, New York
Bethpage is a hamlet located on Long Island within the Town of Oyster Bay in Nassau County, New York, United States, as well as a census-designated place (CDP) with borders slightly different from those of the hamlet. The CDP's population was 16,429 at the 2010 United States Census.
The area is served by the Bethpage Post Office, ZIP code 11714, whose boundaries are slightly different from that of the CDP. The area is also served by Bethpage Union Free School District, Island Trees Union Free School District, Plainedge Union Free School District, and Hicksville Union Free School District, the boundaries of which include parts of some surrounding hamlets, including parts of Old Bethpage, Plainview, and Plainedge. The Town of Hempstead, on its website, includes a small part of Bethpage hamlet that is in the Levittown census-designated place.
The name Bethpage comes from the Quaker Thomas Powell, who named the area after the Biblical town Bethphage, which was between Jericho and Jerusalem in the Holy Land. Present-day Bethpage was part of the 1695 Bethpage Purchase. An early name for the northern section of present-day Bethpage was Bedelltown, a name that appeared on maps at least as late as 1906.