DOT Physical Chester, OH
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Chester, OH 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 Chester, OH 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.
35040 CHARDON RD STE G300 6.0 miles
WILLOUGHBY, OH 44094
5187 MAYFIELD RD STE 20 7.7 miles
LYNDHURST, OH 44124
510 5TH AVE 7.8 miles
CHARDON, OH 44024
13221 RAVENNA RD STE 9 8.0 miles
CHARDON, OH 44024
13221 Ravenna Road, Suite 10 8.0 miles
Chardon, OH 44024
30841 EUCLID AVE 8.1 miles
WILLOUGHBY, OH 44094
3900 BEN HUR AVE 8.5 miles
WILLOUGHBY, OH 44094
7956 TYLER BLVD 8.8 miles
MENTOR, OH 44060
8224 MENTOR AVE STE 144 9.0 miles
MENTOR, OH 44060
4425 MAYFIELD RD STE 2 9.2 miles
SOUTH EUCLID, OH 44121
100 Auburn Dr Ste 110 9.5 miles
BEACHWOOD, OH 44122
29804 LAKE SHORE BLVD 9.8 miles
WILLOWICK, OH 44095
3999 RICHMOND RD 9.9 miles
BEACHWOOD, OH 44122
17747 CHILLICOTHE RD STE 100 10.2 miles
CHAGRIN FALLS, OH 44023
8300 TYLER BLVD STE 205 10.2 miles
MENTOR, OH 44060
9411 Mentor Avenue, 10.3 miles
Mentor, OH 44060
13916 CEDAR RD 10.4 miles
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, OH 44118
4635 RICHMOND RD STE 103 10.6 miles
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH 44128
5 SEVERANCE CIRCLE, STE 210 10.7 miles
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OH 44118
3461 WARRENSVILLE CENTER RD STE 203 11.1 miles
SHAKER HEIGHTS, OH 44122
33790 Bainbridge Road, 11.3 miles
Solon, OH 44139
18901 LAKE SHORE BLVD 3RD FL 11.4 miles
EUCLID, OH 44119
30455 SOLON RD 11.9 miles
SOLON, OH 44139
7730 FIRST PL STE D 14.1 miles
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH 44146
5500 S MARGINAL RD 16.0 miles
CLEVELAND, OH 44103
9500 EUCLID AVE 16.4 miles
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
4450 SAINT CLAIR AVE 16.5 miles
CLEVELAND, OH 44103
5595 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 220 16.5 miles
GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OH 44125
5350 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 3 16.5 miles
GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OH 44125
1163 East 40th Street 16.8 miles
CLEVELAND, OH 44114
15561 W HIGH ST HARRINGTON SQUARE 16.9 miles
MIDDLEFIELD, OH 44062
2451 Edison Blvd, 17.2 miles
Twinsburg, OH 44087
826 E SCHAAF RD 18.6 miles
BROOKLYN HTS, OH 44131
4660 HINCKLEY INDUSTRIAL PKWY 18.8 miles
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
14519 DETROIT AVE 19.0 miles
LAKEWOOD, OH 44107
4400 ROCKSIDE RD 19.0 miles
INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131
863 W AURORA RD STE A 19.3 miles
SAGAMORE HILLS, OH 44067
4269 PEARL RD STE 102 19.9 miles
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
9318 STATE ROUTE 14 20.4 miles
STREETSBORO, OH 44241
1400 W Pleasant Valley Rd 21.6 miles
Parma, OH 44134
6907 BROOKPARK RD 21.6 miles
PARMA, OH 44129
7580 NORTHCLIFF AVE 21.9 miles
BROOKLYN, OH 44144
5793 RIDGE RD 22.1 miles
PARMA, OH 44129
4100 W 105th St 22.3 miles
CLEVELAND, OH 44135
6789 RIDGE RD STE 210 22.9 miles
PARMA, OH 44129
7451 West Ridgewood Drive, 23.1 miles
Parma, OH 44129
6935 TREELINE DR STE J 23.1 miles
BRECKSVILLE, OH 44141
11443 State Rd 24.3 miles
North Royalton, OH 44133
4476 DARROW RD 24.6 miles
STOW, OH 44224
6847 N CHESTNUT ST 25.3 miles
RAVENNA, OH 44266
85 COMMUNITY RD STE D 25.5 miles
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
3913 Darrow Rd 25.6 miles
Stow, OH 44224
19895 DETROIT RD 26.1 miles
ROCKY RIVER, OH 44116
7155 PEARL RD STE 201 26.2 miles
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OH 44130
20455 Lorain Road, Suite T 02 26.7 miles
Fairview Park, OH 44126
1900 23RD ST PO BOX 67069 27.1 miles
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44223
174 CURRIE HALL PKWY 27.6 miles
KENT, OH 44240
18660 Bagley Road, Building 2 Suite 305 27.7 miles
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
18697 BAGLEY RD 27.7 miles
CLEVELAND, OH 44130
111 STOW AVE STE 106 28.4 miles
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
654 PORTAGE TRL 28.4 miles
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44221
462 Howe Avenue, The Plaza at Chapel Hill 28.5 miles
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
24461 DETROIT RD STE 350 28.7 miles
WESTLAKE, OH 44145
1860 State Rd Ste C 29.8 miles
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44310
25757 LORAIN RD 30.2 miles
NORTH OLMSTED, OH 44070
605 North Cleveland Massillon, 30.5 miles
Akron, OH 44333
224 WEST AVE 30.5 miles
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
18181 PEARL RD 30.7 miles
STRONGSVILLE, OH 44136
2820 W MARKET ST STE 220 31.4 miles
FAIRLAWN, OH 44333
150 SPRINGSIDE DR STE 225B 31.5 miles
AKRON, OH 44333
3900 Medina Road, 31.6 miles
Akron, OH 44333
3975 EMBASSY PKWY STE 003 31.6 miles
AKRON, OH 44333
3724 CENTER RD 32.1 miles
BRUNSWICK, OH 44212
1685 SOUTHEAST AVE 32.3 miles
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
1 PARK WEST BLVD STE 290 32.6 miles
AKRON, OH 44320
331 REGATTA DR 32.7 miles
AVON LAKE, OH 44012
1296 TOD PL NW 32.8 miles
WARREN, OH 44485
400 WABASH AVE 33.2 miles
AKRON, OH 44307
2662 STATE ROUTE 5 33.7 miles
CORTLAND, OH 44410
696 CANTON RD 34.4 miles
AKRON, OH 44312
1793 ELM RD NE 34.5 miles
WARREN, OH 44483
1265 TRIPLETT BLVD 34.8 miles
AKRON, OH 44306
2762 MCELWAIN RD 35.0 miles
AKRON, OH 44312
1350 E MARKET ST 35.0 miles
WARREN, OH 44483
1450 FIRESTONE PKWY 35.0 miles
AKRON, OH 44301
2100 CENTER RD STE 1 35.4 miles
AVON, OH 44011
667 EASTLAND AVE SE 36.0 miles
WARREN, OH 44484
3921 E MARKET ST STE 3 36.3 miles
WARREN, OH 44484
5155 BUEHLERS DR 36.9 miles
MEDINA, OH 44256
5010 GRANDE BLVD UNIT J1 37.3 miles
MEDINA, OH 44256
8323 E MARKET ST STE A 37.3 miles
WARREN, OH 44484
8747 SQUIRES LN NE 37.4 miles
WARREN, OH 44484
735 N COURT ST 38.0 miles
MEDINA, OH 44256
155 5th St NE 38.2 miles
Barberton, OH 44203
1997 NILES CORTLAND RD SE 38.3 miles
WARREN, OH 44484
9371 E MARKET ST 38.3 miles
WARREN, OH 44484
2850 S ARLINGTON RD STE 104 38.3 miles
AKRON, OH 44312
1000 E WASHINGTON ST MAIN ENTRANCE, 1ST FLOOR 38.3 miles
MEDINA, OH 44256
101 5TH ST SE STE J 38.5 miles
BARBERTON, OH 44203
39000 CENTER RIDGE RD 38.6 miles
NORTH RIDGEVILLE, OH 44039
600 STATE RD STE 166 38.8 miles
ASHTABULA, OH 44004
1260 ABBE RD N 38.8 miles
ELYRIA, OH 44035
39263 Center Ridge Rd 38.9 miles
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
855 W MAPLE ST STE 120 39.2 miles
HARTVILLE, OH 44632
3333 MASSILLON RD STE 102 39.6 miles
AKRON, OH 44312
3479 Massillon Road, 39.8 miles
Uniontown, OH 44685
476 S MAIN ST 40.2 miles
ANDOVER, OH 44003
418 E BROAD ST 40.3 miles
ELYRIA, OH 44035
3838 MASSILLON RD STE 350 40.4 miles
UNIONTOWN, OH 44685
195 Wadsworth Rd 41.1 miles
Wadsworth, OH 44281
191 WADSWORTH RD 41.1 miles
WADSWORTH, OH 44281
1825 FRANKS PKWY 42.2 miles
UNIONTOWN, OH 44685
1 PETRO PL STE 6 42.4 miles
GIRARD, OH 44420
20 OHLTOWN RD STE 106 42.4 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44515
20 OHLTOWN RD 42.4 miles
AUSTINTOWN, OH 44515
45 N CANFIELD NILES RD STE 100 42.4 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44515
1800 LIVINGSTON AVE ste B 43.0 miles
LORAIN, OH 44052
102 Westchester Dr 43.2 miles
Austintown, OH 44515
1570 S Canfield Niles Road, Building B 43.2 miles
Austintown, OH 44515
527 N MERIDIAN RD 43.9 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44509
223 N MAIN ST 44.7 miles
RITTMAN, OH 44270
2461 W STATE ST 44.8 miles
ALLIANCE, OH 44601
2269 COOPER FOSTER PARK RD F 45.4 miles
AMHERST, OH 44001
1216 BELMONT AVE 45.9 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44504
1044 BELMONT AVE 46.0 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44504
6200 WHIPPLE AVE NW 46.1 miles
NORTH CANTON, OH 44720
3700 KOLBE RD 46.7 miles
LORAIN, OH 44053
7010 TRUCK WORLD BLVD STE 1 47.2 miles
HUBBARD, OH 44425
4152 HOLIDAY ST NW 47.5 miles
CANTON, OH 44718
235 PARRISH RD 47.8 miles
CONNEAUT, OH 44030
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CANTON, OH 44718
841 BOARDMAN CANFIELD RD STE 310 48.4 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44512
506 W MAIN ST 48.4 miles
LOUISVILLE, OH 44641
200 W LORAIN ST 48.6 miles
OBERLIN, OH 44074
4650 HILLS AND DALES RD NW 48.7 miles
CANTON, OH 44708
869 E STATE ST, STE 1 48.8 miles
SHARON, PA 16146
4638 Hills And Dales Road Nort, 48.8 miles
Canton, OH 44708
225 ELYRIA ST 49.0 miles
LODI, OH 44254
2626 FULTON DR NW 49.1 miles
CANTON, OH 44718
7291 WEST BLVD 49.3 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44512
1729 E STATE ST 49.5 miles
HERMITAGE, PA 16148
6426 MARKET ST 49.5 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44512
6505 MARKET ST 49.5 miles
BOARDMAN, OH 44512
7087 WEST BLVD STD 107 49.7 miles
YOUNGSTOWN, OH 44512
DOT Physical Chester, OH
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 Chester, OH
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Chester, OH
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Chester, OH 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 Chester, OH location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Chester, OH 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 Chester, OH location and DOT breath alcohol testing Chester, OH 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 Chester, OH 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 Chester, OH 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 Chester, OH locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Chester, OH 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 Chester, OH, (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 Chester, OH and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Chester, OH.
To schedule a DOT Physical Chester, OH location or DOT Drug Test Chester, OH 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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Chester is an unincorporated community in central Chester Township, Meigs County, Ohio, United States. It lies along the Shade River at the intersection of State Routes 7 and 248. Although it is unincorporated, it has a post office, with the ZIP code of 45720.
Chester was platted in about 1822 as the original seat of Meigs County. The county seat was removed to Pomeroy in 1841. The Old Meigs County Courthouse still stands in Chester and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A post office has been in operation at Chester since 1823.
Public education in the community of Chester is provided by the Eastern Local School District. Campuses serving the community include Eastern Elementary School (Grades K-8) and Eastern High School (Grades 9-12).
Noted American author Ambrose Bierce was born just downstream of Chester in the Shade River valley.