Dallas, GA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 13,237 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (male): 6,187

Median Age: 32.1 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 15.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 21.0% for Black residents, 22.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents, 29.2% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (14.8%), English (8.8%), Irish (6.9%), German (4.5%), Italian (3.1%), Scotch-Irish (2.5%).

Population Density:

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Recognitions and Certifications

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

Important Links

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

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

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

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

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

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

DOT Physical Dallas, GA

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Dallas, GA 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 Dallas, GA 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.

504 W MEMORIAL DR 0.5 miles

504 W MEMORIAL DR
DALLAS, GA 30132
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49 HOSIERY MILL RD 3.8 miles

49 HOSIERY MILL RD
DALLAS, GA 30157
Categories: DALLAS GA

300 W I PKWY 4.6 miles

300 W I PKWY
DALLAS, GA 30132
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5610 WENDY BAGWELL PKWY 6.5 miles

5610 WENDY BAGWELL PKWY
HIRAM, GA 30141
Categories: HIRAM GA

5745 WENDY BAGWELL PKWY ste 9 6.8 miles

5745 WENDY BAGWELL PKWY ste 9
HIRAM, GA 30141
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3875 POWDER SPRINGS RD 11.1 miles

3875 POWDER SPRINGS RD
POWDER SPRINGS, GA 30127
Categories: POWDER SPRINGS GA

3481 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY SW 12.1 miles

3481 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY SW
MARIETTA, GA 30064
Categories: MARIETTA GA

440 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY NW STE 23 12.4 miles

440 ERNEST W BARRETT PKWY NW STE 23
KENNESAW, GA 30144
Categories: KENNESAW GA

1650 CHATTAHOOCHEE DR 12.5 miles

1650 CHATTAHOOCHEE DR
ROCKMART, GA 30153
Categories: ROCKMART GA

1000 MARQUETTE RD 12.6 miles

1000 MARQUETTE RD
ROCKMART, GA 30153
Categories: ROCKMART GA

2453 POWDER SPRINGS RD SW STE 215 13.0 miles

2453 POWDER SPRINGS RD SW STE 215
MARIETTA, GA 30064
Categories: MARIETTA GA

705 DALLAS HWY 13.1 miles

705 DALLAS HWY
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
Categories: VILLA RICA GA

8335 OFFICE PARK DR STE G 13.3 miles

8335 OFFICE PARK DR STE G
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30134
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8337 Office Park Dr Ste A 13.3 miles

8337 Office Park Dr Ste A
Douglasville, GA 30134
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48 HILLS CREEK RD 13.6 miles

48 HILLS CREEK RD
TAYLORSVILLE, GA 30178
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4500 S MAIN ST STE 104 13.9 miles

4500 S MAIN ST STE 104
ACWORTH, GA 30101
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1680 MULKEY RD SW, SUITE B 14.3 miles

1680 MULKEY RD SW, SUITE B
AUSTELL, GA 30106
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3825 Medical Park Dr. Ste 101, 14.3 miles

3825 Medical Park Dr. Ste 101,
Austell, GA 30106
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399 AUSTELL RD 14.3 miles

399 AUSTELL RD
AUSTELL, GA 30106
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7421 DOUGLAS BLVD STE A 14.5 miles

7421 DOUGLAS BLVD STE A
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
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3950 Austell Road SW 14.5 miles

3950 Austell Road SW
AUSTELL, GA 30106
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3875 AUSTELL RD STE 202
AUSTELL, GA 30106
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9390 THE LANDING DR
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
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3216 HIGHWAY 5
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
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209 COOLEY DR Ste 101 15.2 miles

209 COOLEY DR Ste 101
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
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561 THORNTON RD
LITHIA SPRINGS, GA 30122
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101 QUARTZ DR STE 101 15.5 miles

101 QUARTZ DR STE 101
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
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775 COBB PLACE BLVD NW 15.7 miles

775 COBB PLACE BLVD NW
KENNESAW, GA 30144
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3655 CHEROKEE ST NW STE 5 15.9 miles

3655 CHEROKEE ST NW STE 5
KENNESAW, GA 30144
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3805 CHEROKEE ST NW 16.3 miles

3805 CHEROKEE ST NW
KENNESAW, GA 30144
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1275 SHILOH RD NW STE 3050 16.8 miles

1275 SHILOH RD NW STE 3050
KENNESAW, GA 30144
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833 CAMPBELL HILL ST NW STE 200 16.9 miles

833 CAMPBELL HILL ST NW STE 200
MARIETTA, GA 30060
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790 Church St NW, Ste 200 17.0 miles

790 Church St NW, Ste 200
Marietta, GA 30060
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790 CHURCH ST, #150 17.1 miles

790 CHURCH ST, #150
MARIETTA, GA 30060
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110 LEWIS DR NE 17.1 miles

110 LEWIS DR NE
MARIETTA, GA 30060
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GEORGE BUSBEE PKWY 17.1 miles

GEORGE BUSBEE PKWY
KENNESAW, GA 30144
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6460 HIGHWAY 92 STE 100 17.6 miles

6460 HIGHWAY 92 STE 100
ACWORTH, GA 30102
Categories: ACWORTH GA

402 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR 17.7 miles

402 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
Categories: CARTERSVILLE GA

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2721 S COBB DR SE
SMYRNA, GA 30080
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545 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
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3201 S COBB DR SE STE D1
SMYRNA, GA 30080
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1025 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY SE OUTPARCEL 7A 18.1 miles

1025 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY SE OUTPARCEL 7A
MABLETON, GA 30126
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4480 N COOPER LAKE RD SE 18.1 miles

4480 N COOPER LAKE RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
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911 N TENNESSEE ST STE 105 18.2 miles

911 N TENNESSEE ST STE 105
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
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220 COBB PKWY N STE 400 18.2 miles

220 COBB PKWY N STE 400
MARIETTA, GA 30062
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30 CENTER RD SE STE 102 18.4 miles

30 CENTER RD SE STE 102
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
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270 COBB PKWY S STE 30 18.7 miles

270 COBB PKWY S STE 30
MARIETTA, GA 30060
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1395 S MARIETTA PKWY SE STE 200 STE 212 18.9 miles

1395 S MARIETTA PKWY SE STE 200 STE 212
MARIETTA, GA 30067
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3791 S COBB DR SE STE A 18.9 miles

3791 S COBB DR SE STE A
SMYRNA, GA 30080
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108 MERCHANTS SQUARE DR 19.2 miles

108 MERCHANTS SQUARE DR
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
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470 Franklin Rd SE Ste 103 19.2 miles

470 Franklin Rd SE Ste 103
Marietta, GA 30067
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960 JOE FRANK HARRIS PKWY SE 19.3 miles

960 JOE FRANK HARRIS PKWY SE
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
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958 JOE FRANK HARRIS PKWY SE STE 100 19.3 miles

958 JOE FRANK HARRIS PKWY SE STE 100
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
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12 MEDICAL DR NE 19.5 miles

12 MEDICAL DR NE
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
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1328 JOE FRANK HARRIS PKWY SE
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
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33 MILTON'S WALK
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
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6440 BELLS FERRY RD
WOODSTOCK, GA 30189
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4425 S COBB DR, SUITE C
SMYRNA, GA 30080
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180 COBB PKWY S
MARIETTA, GA 30060
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5670 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW 20.4 miles

5670 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW
ATLANTA, GA 30336
Categories: ATLANTA GA

3965 CASCADE RD SW STE R 20.4 miles

3965 CASCADE RD SW STE R
ATLANTA, GA 30331
Categories: ATLANTA GA

4795 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW STE F 20.6 miles

4795 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW STE F
ATLANTA, GA 30336
Categories: ATLANTA GA

4770 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW 20.6 miles

4770 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW
ATLANTA, GA 30336
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2480 Windy Hill Rd Ste 200 20.7 miles

2480 Windy Hill Rd Ste 200
Marietta, GA 30067
Categories: Marietta GA

2480 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 104 20.7 miles

2480 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 104
MARIETTA, GA 30067
Categories: MARIETTA GA

2520 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 201 20.7 miles

2520 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 201
MARIETTA, GA 30067
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4525 Fulton Industrial Blvd SW 20.8 miles

4525 Fulton Industrial Blvd SW
Atlanta, GA 30336
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4445 Commerce Dr SW STE B11 20.9 miles

4445 Commerce Dr SW STE B11
ATLANTA, GA 30336
Categories: ATLANTA GA

2550 COBB PKWY SE STE 202 21.0 miles

2550 COBB PKWY SE STE 202
SMYRNA, GA 30080
Categories: SMYRNA GA

2430 HERODIAN WAY SE STE 210 21.2 miles

2430 HERODIAN WAY SE STE 210
SMYRNA, GA 30080
Categories: SMYRNA GA

2890 DELK RD SE 21.3 miles

2890 DELK RD SE
MARIETTA, GA 30067
Categories: MARIETTA GA

1432 TOWNELAKE PKWY STE 170 21.3 miles

1432 TOWNELAKE PKWY STE 170
WOODSTOCK, GA 30189
Categories: WOODSTOCK GA

203 WOODPARK PL BLDG C 21.4 miles

203 WOODPARK PL BLDG C
WOODSTOCK, GA 30188
Categories: WOODSTOCK GA

4501 CIRCLE 75 PKWY SE STE B-2190 21.6 miles

4501 CIRCLE 75 PKWY SE STE B-2190
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Categories: ATLANTA GA

920 DANNON VW SW STE 3103 CASCADE PROFESSIONAL PARK 22.7 miles

920 DANNON VW SW STE 3103 CASCADE PROFESSIONAL PARK
ATLANTA, GA 30331
Categories: ATLANTA GA

6425 POWERS FERRY RD NW 23.5 miles

6425 POWERS FERRY RD NW
ATLANTA, GA 30339
Categories: ATLANTA GA

On-site only 23.6 miles

On-site only
MARIETTA, GA 30068
Categories: MARIETTA GA

6334 ROSWELL RD NE STE C 23.7 miles

6334 ROSWELL RD NE STE C
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30328
Categories: SANDY SPRINGS GA

6309 ROSWELL RD NE STE 2-E 23.7 miles

6309 ROSWELL RD NE STE 2-E
ATLANTA, GA 30328
Categories: ATLANTA GA

5942 ROSWELL RD NE 23.7 miles

5942 ROSWELL RD NE
ATLANTA, GA 30328
Categories: ATLANTA GA

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970 CASSVILLE WHITE RD NE
CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121
Categories: CARTERSVILLE GA

1025 N MAIN ST 24.3 miles

1025 N MAIN ST
CEDARTOWN, GA 30125
Categories: CEDARTOWN GA

1480 CHATTAHOOCHEE AVE NW 24.6 miles

1480 CHATTAHOOCHEE AVE NW
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Categories: ATLANTA GA

1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 130 24.7 miles

1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 130
ATLANTA, GA 30318
Categories: ATLANTA GA

4774 LOWER ROSWELL RD 24.7 miles

4774 LOWER ROSWELL RD
MARIETTA, GA 30068
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DOT Physical Dallas, GA

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 Dallas, GA

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Dallas, GA

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Dallas, GA 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 Dallas, GA location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Dallas, GA 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 Dallas, GA location and DOT breath alcohol testing Dallas, GA 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 Dallas, GA 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 Dallas, GA 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 Dallas, GA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Dallas, GA 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 Dallas, GA, (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 Dallas, GA and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Dallas, GA.

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

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

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

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

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

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

  3. PDR.net

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

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

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

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

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

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

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

  8. Merck Manuals

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

  9. SAMHSA Store

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

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

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

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

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

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

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

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

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

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

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

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

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

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

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

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

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

AI Overview

Overview of DOT Physical Examinations

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

Who Needs a DOT Physical?

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

Components of a DOT Physical

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

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

Validity and Certification

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

Preparing for a DOT Physical

Drivers should prepare for their DOT physical by:

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

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

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Local Area Info: Dallas, Georgia

Dallas is a city in, and the county seat of, Paulding County, Georgia, United States. The estimated population, as of 2010, was 12,629. Dallas is a northwestern suburb of Atlanta, located approximately 30 miles from downtown. It was named for George M. Dallas, Vice President of the United States of America, under James K. Polk.

The area where in and around Dallas was originally held by the Creek Indians, but would eventually lose their land in battle to the Cherokee Nation in 1755. The area became a crossroads for the Cherokee who lived in the area.

When gold was discovered in Georgia in 1828, it began what was known as the Georgia Gold Rush. Paulding County was soon separated into 40-acre "Gold Lots" during the Gold Lottery of 1832 and people came from other parts of Georgia and other states to seek gold. The settlers found little gold in the area, with only small amounts being found in mines at Lost Mountain. Many settlers began using their parcels of land to grow crops instead.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 13,237 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (male): 6,187

Median Age: 32.1 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 15.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.9% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 21.0% for Black residents, 22.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents, 29.2% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (14.8%), English (8.8%), Irish (6.9%), German (4.5%), Italian (3.1%), Scotch-Irish (2.5%).

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