DOT Physical Canton, MI
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI 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.
2050 N HAGGERTY RD STE 140 1.8 miles
CANTON, MI 48187
44237 Michigan Avenue 2.4 miles
Canton, MI 48188
8577 N WAYNE RD 5.2 miles
WESTLAND, MI 48185
34095 PLYMOUTH RD 6.5 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
11583 Farmington Rd, 6.8 miles
Livonia, MI 48150
32500 VAN BORN RD 7.0 miles
WAYNE, MI 48184
41005 E HURON RIVER DR 7.2 miles
BELLEVILLE, MI 48111
10000 WAYNE RD STE 102 7.3 miles
ROMULUS, MI 48174
32355 CAPITOL ST 7.4 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
11700 METRO AIRPORT CENTER DR STE 104 8.1 miles
ROMULUS, MI 48174
11301 METRO AIRPORT CENTER DR 8.1 miles
ROMULIS, MI 48174
29531 PLYMOUTH RD 8.4 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
37595 7 MILE RD 8.6 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48152
21800 HAGGERTY RD 9.2 miles
NORTHVILLE, MI 48167
28196 SCHOOLCRAFT RD 9.5 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
25070 Michigan Avenue, 10.1 miles
Dearborn, MI 48124
2008 HOGBACK RD STE 1 10.8 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48105
23455 MICHIGAN AVE 11.0 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48124
39555 W 10 Mile Rd Ste 301 11.1 miles
Novi, MI 48375
40015 Grand River Road, Suite 115 11.4 miles
Novi, MI 48375
1745 DACOSTA ST 11.5 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48128
24095 CHAMPAIGN ST 11.5 miles
TAYLOR, MI 48180
47601 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B230 THE OUTPATIENT CENTER 11.5 miles
NOVI, MI 48374
3280 WASHTENAW AVE 11.6 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48104
42020 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B 11.7 miles
NOVI, MI 48375
42875 GRAND RIVER AVE STE 101 11.7 miles
NOVI, MI 48375
32620 GRAND RIVER AVE 11.9 miles
FARMINGTON, MI 48336
14671 TELEGRAPH RD 11.9 miles
REDFORD, MI 48239
12701 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 12.8 miles
TAYLOR, MI 48180
22316 PONTIAC TRL 13.0 miles
SOUTH LYON, MI 48178
1000 E STADIUM BLVD 13.6 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48104
22976 OUTER DR 13.6 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48124
3131 S STATE ST STE 100 14.1 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48108
7445 Allen Rd, Suite 150 14.1 miles
Allen Park, MI 48101
17500 FEDERAL DR STE 750 14.3 miles
ALLEN PARK, MI 48101
22341 W 8 Mile Rd 14.4 miles
Detroit, MI 48219
28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103 15.0 miles
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334
29600 S WIXOM RD 15.0 miles
WIXOM, MI 48393
1785 W STADIUM BLVD 15.1 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48103
3022 DIX HWY 15.3 miles
LINCOLN PARK, MI 48146
14523 Northline Rd 15.8 miles
Southgate, MI 48195
30488 MILFORD RD 15.8 miles
NEW HUDSON, MI 48165
26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117 15.9 miles
Southfield, MI 48034
33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170 16.0 miles
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304 16.6 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100 16.6 miles
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
140 S INDUSTRIAL DR 16.9 miles
SALINE, MI 48176
3001 MILLER RD 16.9 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48120
13316 W MCNICHOLS RD 17.1 miles
DETROIT, MI 48235
20755 GREENFIELD RD STE 200 17.1 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
22505 ALLEN RD 17.3 miles
WOODHAVEN, MI 48183
22255 GREENFIELD RD STE 422 17.4 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
19200 WEST RD 17.6 miles
WOODHAVEN, MI 48183
14720 King Rd, Suite D 17.8 miles
Riverview, MI 48193
26185 GREENFIELD RD 18.5 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48076
18984 LIVERNOIS AVE 19.2 miles
DETROIT, MI 48221
2455 Union Lake Rd, 20.1 miles
Commerce Township, MI 48382
641 W 9 MILE RD STE C 20.1 miles
FERNDALE, MI 48220
1021 KARL GREIMEL DR 20.5 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48116
8944 MACOMB ST 20.7 miles
GROSSE ILE, MI 48138
425 PARK AVE 21.1 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
2530 CROOKS RD STE 2 21.4 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48073
4229 CASS AVE 21.4 miles
DETROIT, MI 48201
4201 SAINT ANTOINE ST 22.0 miles
DETROIT, MI 48201
9100 BROMBACH ST 22.3 miles
HAMTRAMCK, MI 48212
1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3 22.3 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
8580 W GRAND RIVER AVE 22.4 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48116
1555 MACK AVE 22.5 miles
DETROIT, MI 48207
555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1 22.6 miles
Clawson, MI 48017
1360 S MILFORD RD 23.1 miles
HIGHLAND, MI 48357
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106 23.3 miles
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
2630 E JEFFERSON AVE 23.5 miles
DETROIT, MI 48207
1224 W 14 MILE RD 23.6 miles
CLAWSON, MI 48017
1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202 23.6 miles
Waterford, MI 48328
555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200 23.6 miles
Madison Heights, MI 48071
739 E 12 MILE RD 23.6 miles
MADISON HTS, MI 48071
1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105 23.7 miles
TROY, MI 48084
27351 DEQUINDRE RD 23.8 miles
MADISON HEIGHTS, MI 48071
461 W HURON ST 24.1 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48341
627 E MAPLE RD STE 200 24.1 miles
TROY, MI 48083
7960 GRAND RIVER RD STE 100 24.4 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
2305 GENOA BUSINESS PARK DR STE 170 24.4 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
2300 GENOA BUSINESS PARK DR STE 120 24.4 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200 24.5 miles
Waterford, MI 48327
5800 Highland Rd 24.5 miles
Waterford, MI 48327
2191 S BLVD 24.6 miles
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
1663 STEPHENSON HWY 24.7 miles
TROY, MI 48083
2253 HAMPTON ST 24.8 miles
WHITE LAKE, MI 48386
31 OAKLAND AVE 24.8 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48342
29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200 25.1 miles
Warren, MI 48092
22605 VAN DYKE AVE 25.3 miles
WARREN, MI 48089
11554 HIGHLAND RD 25.9 miles
HARTLAND, MI 48353
25429 VAN DYKE AVE 25.9 miles
CENTER LINE, MI 48015
11166 HIGHLAND RD 25.9 miles
HARTLAND, MI 48353
5575 CONNER ST 26.1 miles
DETROIT, MI 48213
26400 Van Dyke Ave, 26.2 miles
Center Line, MI 48015
337 STEWART RD 26.2 miles
MONROE, MI 48162
36250 DEQUINDRE RD STE 130 26.3 miles
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310
100 POWELL DR Ste 8 26.4 miles
DUNDEE, MI 48131
898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER 26.9 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48340
901 N MACOMB ST STE 1 26.9 miles
MONROE, MI 48162
290 W WALTON BLVD 26.9 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48340
38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102 27.1 miles
Troy, MI 48083
31700 VAN DYKE AVE 27.5 miles
WARREN, MI 48093
1046 N Monroe St, Lower Level 27.5 miles
Monroe, MI 48162
15000 GRATIOT AVE 27.5 miles
DETROIT, MI 48205
11569 E 12 MILE RD 27.7 miles
WARREN, MI 48093
1915 N PERRY ST 27.8 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48340
On site only 27.8 miles
MONROE, MI 48161
2820 CROOKS RD Ste 400 27.9 miles
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48309
26095 SCHOENHERR RD 27.9 miles
WARREN, MI 48089
3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130 28.2 miles
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
PO BOX 511 28.3 miles
CHELSEA, MI 48118
775 S MAIN ST PO BOX 490 28.3 miles
CHELSEA, MI 48118
5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202 28.7 miles
Clarkston, MI 48346
745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340 29.0 miles
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48307
135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103 29.2 miles
Rochester, MI 48307
17211 MACK AVE 29.2 miles
DETROIT, MI 48224
6310 SASHABAW RD STE D 29.5 miles
CLARKSTON, MI 48346
19251 MACK AVE STE 100 30.1 miles
GROSSE POINTE WOODS, MI 48236
40732 VAN DYKE AVE 30.1 miles
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
6015 19 MILE RD 30.1 miles
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
455 S Livernois Rd, Suite A-14 30.2 miles
Rochester, MI 48307
1701 S. BOULEVARD E, 150 30.2 miles
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
22850 Kelly Rd, Suite B 30.3 miles
Eastpointe, MI 48021
20311 MACK AVE 30.5 miles
GROSSE POINTE WOODS, MI 48236
1101 W UNIVERSITY DR 30.8 miles
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
15717 15 MILE RD 31.3 miles
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48035
620 BYRON RD 31.5 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
31503 GRATIOT AVE 31.6 miles
ROSEVILLE, MI 48066
500 E POTTAWATAMIE ST 31.6 miles
TECUMSEH, MI 49286
200 S HIGHLANDER WAY 31.9 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
190 S HIGHLANDER WAY 31.9 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
33089 GROESBECK HWY 32.0 miles
FRASER, MI 48026
39333 Van Dyke 32.3 miles
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
21400 E 11 MILE RD 32.3 miles
ST CLR SHORES, MI 48081
5180 DEQUINDRE RD 32.7 miles
UTICA, MI 48316
1398 ROSS LN 33.0 miles
ROCHESTER, MI 48306
1375 S LAPEER RD 33.2 miles
LAKE ORION, MI 48360
45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD 33.3 miles
UTICA, MI 48315
1424 S Lapeer Rd, 33.4 miles
Lake Orion, MI 48360
43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135 33.7 miles
Clinton Township, MI 48038
32008 HARPER AVE 33.8 miles
SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI 48082
5449 S OCCIDENTAL RD 33.8 miles
TECUMSEH, MI 49286
43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121 34.3 miles
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48038
1255 E GRAND RIVER AVE 34.4 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
4185 E GRAND RIVER AVE 34.6 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
50505 SCHOENHERR RD STE 160 34.9 miles
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
51863 SCHOENHERR RD 35.4 miles
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315
3220 W SILVER LAKE RD 36.5 miles
FENTON, MI 48430
1770 23 Mile Road 36.7 miles
Macomb Township, MI 48044
318 N LAPEER RD 37.5 miles
OXFORD, MI 48371
385 N LAPEER RD 37.5 miles
OXFORD, MI 48371
8050 SUMMERFIELD RD STE 7 38.6 miles
LAMBERTVILLE, MI 48144
157 W BROOKE LN 38.8 miles
BLISSFIELD, MI 49228
7581 Secor Rd 39.2 miles
Lambertville, MI 48144
12751 S SAGINAW ST STE 701 40.3 miles
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
5911 BENORE RD 40.5 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43612
50110 GRATIOT AVE 40.9 miles
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48051
2377 S LINDEN RD 41.1 miles
FLINT, MI 48532
2265 S LINDEN RD STE A 41.1 miles
FLINT, MI 48532
3434 REGENCY DRIVE, SUITE B 41.4 miles
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
8401 HOLLY RD 41.9 miles
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
12821 S. SAGINAW ST, STE D13 42.7 miles
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
53379 GRATIOT AVE 42.8 miles
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48051
30795 23 MILE RD 42.8 miles
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48047
1776 TREMAINSVILLE RD 42.9 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43613
723 PHILLIPS AVE 43.0 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43612
3950 Sunforest Court, Suite 100 43.4 miles
Toledo, OH 43623
2213 CHERRY ST OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH DEPT. 43.6 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43608
32743 23 MILE RD STE 120 43.7 miles
CHESTERFIELD, MI 48047
4945 PARKLANDS DR 43.9 miles
SYLVANIA, OH 43560
2150 W CENTRAL AVE 44.1 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43606
6011 Porter Rd, 44.8 miles
Grand Blanc, MI 48439
2313 E HILL RD 44.8 miles
GRAND BLANC, MI 48439
5494 S Dort Hwy 45.2 miles
Flint, MI 48507
6800 W CENTRAL AVE STE L2 45.4 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43617
80650 VAN DYKE RD 45.7 miles
BRUCE TWP, MI 48065
6800 W CENTRAL AVE BLDG L 2 46.4 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43617
3028 NAVARRE AVE 46.5 miles
OREGON, OH 43616
924 N REYNOLDS RD 46.6 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43615
1325 N WEST AVE 47.7 miles
JACKSON, MI 49202
500 LANSING AVE 47.8 miles
JACKSON, MI 49201
300 W Washington Ave, 47.8 miles
Jackson, MI 49201
3021 S DORT HWY STE A 48.2 miles
FLINT, MI 48507
1515 W ATHERTON RD 48.2 miles
FLINT, MI 48507
3120 GLENDALE AVE RM 1200 48.7 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43614
2284 S BALLENGER HWY STE 2 48.9 miles
FLINT, MI 48503
1097 S State Rd, Unit 2 48.9 miles
Davison, MI 48423
1565 S BYRNE RD, STE 105 48.9 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43614
1459 S CENTER RD 49.2 miles
BURTON, MI 48509
3000 ARLINGTON AVE MS1099 49.4 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43614
2195 SPRING ARBOR RD 49.4 miles
JACKSON, MI 49203
4067 East Court St, Suite 4 49.6 miles
Burton, MI 48509
7010 SPRING MEADOWS DR W STE 101 49.7 miles
HOLLAND, OH 43528
649 S SAGINAW ST 49.9 miles
FLINT, MI 48502
10021 Marine City WYW 49.9 miles
Ira, MI 48023
DOT Physical Canton, MI
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 Canton, MI
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Canton, MI
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI location and DOT breath alcohol testing Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI, (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 Canton, MI and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Canton, MI.
To schedule a DOT Physical Canton, MI location or DOT Drug Test Canton, MI 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: Canton, Michigan
Canton, officially the Charter Township of Canton, is a charter township of Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is located about 8 miles (13 km) west of the city limits of Detroit and 8 miles (13 km) east of the city limits of Ann Arbor. As of the 2010 census, the township had a population of 90,173, making it Michigan's second largest township and eleventh largest community. Canton is ranked as 96th highest-income place in the United States with a population of 50,000 or more. Canton Township is also consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in the United States, as well as in the state of Michigan. In 2015, the township was ranked as the 29th safest city in the U.S. Canton is one of Michigan's fastest growing communities.
Earlier, on October 20, 1829, the legislature had passed a bill creating the townships of Lima and Richland out of Bucklin Township. Governor Lewis Cass returned the acts unapproved, citing a conflict under the law. The names conflicted with post offices in existence, contrary to a territorial law from April 12, 1827, prohibiting incorporation of a new township bearing the same name as any existing post office. The legislature thus had to substitute the names of Nankin and Pekin after the cities of Nanjing (Nanking) and Beijing (Peking) in China. The name of Pekin was extinguished when it was renamed Redford in 1833.
The Township of Canton was created by act of the Michigan Territorial Legislature on March 7, 1834 out of a southern portion of Plymouth Township. It was named in honor of the port and provincial capital known historically as Canton, Imperial China, known today from the pinyin standard as Guangzhou.