DOT Physical Deer Park, TX
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Deer Park, TX and throughout the local area.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL license must have a DOT physical, complete a medical examination report and successfully complete all requirements of the DOT physical to be issued a CDL medical card, the card is valid for 24 months and must be renewed every 2 years with a physical.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides DOT and non DOT physicals Deer Park, TX at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by FMCSA. Testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
To Schedule Your DOT Physical or DOT Drug Test at a local testing center call - (800)221-4291 or Schedule your DOT physical or DOT drug test now by clicking the schedule now button below.
125 E 8TH ST 0.1 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
102 W 2ND ST 0.3 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
1430 CENTER ST 0.5 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
1803 CENTER ST STE A 0.7 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
2106 CENTER ST 0.9 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
126 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST 1.1 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
321 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST 1.2 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
2818 CENTER ST 1.3 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
2910 CENTER ST 1.4 miles
DEER PARK, TX 77536
7720 Spencer Hwy 2.9 miles
Pasadena, TX 77505
5141 Center St 2.9 miles
Pasadena, TX 77505
6825 SPENCER HWY 2.9 miles
PASADENA, TX 77505
4001 PRESTON AVE STE 100 4.4 miles
PASADENA, TX 77505
4000 SPENCER HWY 4.5 miles
PASADENA, TX 77504
4600 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S 4.7 miles
PASADENA, TX 77505
4500 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 135 4.7 miles
PASADENA, TX 77505
104 Medical Plaza 4.7 miles
MONT BELVIEU, TX 77580
3350 FAIRVIEW ST 4.8 miles
PASADENA, TX 77504
3315 Burke Rd, Ste 106 4.8 miles
Pasadena, TX 77504
3801 VISTA RD STE 390 4.8 miles
PASADENA, TX 77504
520 S SHAVER ST 5.4 miles
PASADENA, TX 77506
13469 EAST FWY 5.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77015
1209 GENOA RED BLUFF RD 6.2 miles
PASADENA, TX 77504
13125 EAST FWY 6.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77015
13259 EAST FWY 6.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77015
1140 Westmont Dr Ste 510, 6.3 miles
Houston, TX 77015
1140 WESTMONT DR STE 505 6.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77015
1309 W FAIRMONT PKWY STE X 6.6 miles
LA PORTE, TX 77571
13601 Woodforest Blvd 7.0 miles
Houston, TX 77015
1009 S BROADWAY ST 7.2 miles
LA PORTE, TX 77571
125 SYLVAN ST 7.6 miles
LA PORTE, TX 77571
610 S MAIN ST 8.2 miles
HIGHLANDS, TX 77562
10909 EAST FWY 8.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77029
12885 GULF FWY 8.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77034
8505 GULF FWY STE F 8.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77017
3520 BROADWAY ST 9.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77017
900 BROADWAY ST 9.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77012
2802 Garth Rd Ste 213, 9.3 miles
Baytown, TX 77521
2800 GARTH RD 9.4 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
1414 SOUTH LOOP W STE 200 9.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
2626 S LOOP W STE 650D 9.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
2646 SOUTH LOOP W STE 550 9.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
1658 W Baker Rd Ste A 9.5 miles
Baytown, TX 77521
1610 W BAKER RD STE B 9.5 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
11717 Highland Meadow Dr, 9.6 miles
Houston, TX 77089
4002 GARTH RD STE 150 9.8 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
10930 RESOURCE PKWY # C 9.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77089
4401 GARTH RD 9.8 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
11800 ASTORIA BLVD 9.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77089
6969 GULF FWY STE 370 9.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77087
700 Gemini Avenue Suite 110 10.0 miles
Houston, TX 77058
1515 N ALEXANDER DR STE 115 10.4 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
4615 I 45 STE 206 10.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77002
415 BISCAYNE BLVD 10.6 miles
EL LAGO, TX 77586
2200 E NASA Pkwy 1, Ste 220 10.8 miles
Nassau Bay, TX 77058
2610 N ALEXANDER DR 10.9 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
1700 JAMES BOWIE DR 11.0 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
1202 NASA PKWY 11.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77058
1120 NASA PKWY STE 304 11.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77058
250 BLOSSOM ST STE 270 11.1 miles
WEBSTER, TX 77598
561 Medical Center Blvd., 11.5 miles
Webster, TX 77598
7117 Lyons Ave 11.6 miles
Houston, TX 77020
7111 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 200 11.8 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
3354 E FM 528 RD 12.9 miles
FRIENDSWOOD, TX 77546
2018 BROADWAY ST 13.1 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77581
628 S FRIENDSWOOD DR 13.1 miles
FRIENDSWOOD, TX 77546
2211 E BROADWAY ST 13.1 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77581
8799 NORTH LOOP E STE 110 13.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77029
9009 NORTH LOOP E STE 120 13.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77029
1505 Winding Way Dr Ste 218 13.9 miles
Friendswood, TX 77546
2004 LEELAND ST 14.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77003
1108 GULF FWY S ste 230 14.5 miles
LEAGUE CITY, TX 77573
2211A BROADWAY ST 14.6 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77581
9723 HOMESTEAD RD 14.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77016
1200 MCKINNEY ST STE 473 14.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77010
1001 TEXAS ST STE 1400 14.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77002
3300 CRAWFORD ST 15.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77004
5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B 15.4 miles
Houston, TX 77004
1102 DICKINSON AVE 15.4 miles
DICKINSON, TX 77539
1200 Binz St, Ste 115 15.9 miles
Houston, TX 77004
1213 HERMANN DR STE 155 15.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77004
6411 FANNIN ST 16.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
6624 FANNIN ST STE 1980 16.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
7580 FANNIN ST ste 180 16.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
7000 FANNIN ST STE 1620 16.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 5A 16.9 miles
MONT BELVIEU, TX 77523
9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 4 16.9 miles
BAYTOWN, TX 77523
1917 W GRAY ST 17.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77019
107 YALE ST STE 200 17.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
8633 BROADWAY #103 17.1 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77584
7515 Main Street, Suite 190 17.2 miles
Houston, TX 77054
2106 FM 517 RD E 17.4 miles
DICKINSON, TX 77539
102 West 11th St 17.5 miles
Houston, TX 77008
9321 KIRBY DR 17.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
2802 BUSINESS CENTER DR STE 110 17.6 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77584
235 W 20TH ST 17.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
1445 NORTH LOOP W STE 720 18.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
5151 KATY FWY 18.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
5151 KATY FWY STE 170 18.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
5535 MEMORIAL DR STE B 18.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
676 FM 517 RD W 18.1 miles
DICKINSON, TX 77539
9563 MAIN ST 18.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77025
427 W 20TH ST STE 504 18.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
635 W 19TH ST STE 203 18.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
2510 SMITH RANCH RD STE 102 18.4 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77584
3637 W ALABAMA ST STE 100 18.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77027
5568 WESLAYAN ST 19.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77005
4635 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 575W 19.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77027
2150 W 18TH ST 19.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
1919 North Loop W Ste 125, 20.0 miles
Houston, TX 77008
1100 SMITH DR 20.0 miles
ALVIN, TX 77511
2000 NORTH LOOP W STE 200 20.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77018
7007 NORTH FWY STE 235 20.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77076
2207 LAZYBROOK DR 20.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
6565 WEST LOOP S STE 525 20.2 miles
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
5003 Woodland Meadows Ln 20.3 miles
Humble, TX 77346
5405 CONSULATE PLAZA DR 20.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77032
4936 BEECHNUT ST 20.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77096
9200 Hempstead Rd Ste 137 20.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
7702 FM 1960 E STE 106 20.6 miles
Humble, TX 77346
12401 S POST OAK RD STE 235 20.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77045
1214 N POST OAK RD STE 100 20.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
1000 N POST OAK RD BLDG G STE 100 20.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
19333 HIGHWAY 59 N STE 230 21.1 miles
HUMBLE, TX 77338
5420 DASHWOOD DR STE 205 21.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
2600 FM 1764 RD STE 190 21.7 miles
LA MARQUE, TX 77568
5901 WESTHEIMER RD STE W 21.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
18648 MCKAY BLVD # 216 21.8 miles
HUMBLE, TX 77338
9180 KATY FWY STE 200 21.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
2425 Fountain View Dr Ste 160 21.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
1415 S VOSS RD STE 110-520 ON-SITE ONLY 22.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
18951 N MEMORIAL DR 22.0 miles
HUMBLE, TX 77338
6440 HILLCROFT ST STE 104 22.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
6535 SOUTHWEST FWY 22.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
6545 SOUTHWEST FWY 22.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
1125 STATE HIGHWAY 3 STE 180 22.5 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
6065 HILLCROFT ST STE 208 22.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
3128 S GORDON ST 22.5 miles
ALVIN, TX 77511
654 N SAM HOUSTON PKWY E STE 189 22.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77060
11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C 22.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77092
10961 NORTHWEST FWY 22.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77092
8901 FM 1960 BYPASS RD W STE 204 22.8 miles
HUMBLE, TX 77338
14025 Delaney St, 22.9 miles
La Marque, TX 77568
7111 Medical Center Drive Suit, 23.0 miles
Texas City, TX 77591
8901 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W, 23.0 miles
Humble, TX 77338
16630 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR STE 115 23.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77060
11120 NORTH FWY STE E 23.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77037
6801 EMMETT F LOWRY EXPY 23.2 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
1920 RANKIN RD STE 130 23.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77073
7545 S BRAESWOOD BLVD 23.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77071
Memorial Hermann Medical Group-Alvin 252 Bypass 35 N 23.5 miles
ALVIN, TX 77511
7447 HARWIN DR STE 102 23.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77036
3001 Fondren Rd STE G 23.9 miles
Houston, TX 77063
10807 Shawnbrook Dr 23.9 miles
Houston, TX 77071
2500 FONDREN RD STE 120 24.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77063
2450 FONDREN RD STE 125 24.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77063
401 GREENS RD 24.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77060
3300 FM 1765 STE A 24.1 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
8200 Wednesbury Lane Suite # 4, 24.2 miles
Houston, TX 77074
8313 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 111 24.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
2601 W LAKE HOUSTON PKWY 24.3 miles
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
9000 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 180 24.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
12600 NORTHBOROUGH DR 24.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77067
1450 KINGWOOD DR 24.7 miles
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
302 34TH ST SOUTH 24.8 miles
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
2434 CEDAR DR 24.8 miles
LA MARQUE, TX 77568
1120 KINGWOOD DR STE 100 24.8 miles
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
9701 RICHMOND AVE STE 115 25.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77042
DOT Physical Deer Park, TX
Federal Law and DOT regulations state that any "covered employee" such as a CDL driver must possess a valid medical card demonstrating that they have successfully passed a DOT Physical examination and complied with all other requirements of DOT regulation part 40 to be eligible to drive.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can schedule your DOT or non DOT physical examination at a location close to you, insure that all required documentation is completed and that you are issued a CDL medical card upon successfully passing the exam.
Recommended items to bring to your DOT physical:
- Eye glasses (bring prescription)
- List of medications
- Clearance letters or physician related documentation
Persons should also be prepared to discuss with the FMCSA certified examiner your health history including past or recent illnesses or other information related to your physical exam.
NON DOT Physicals/Examinations
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can also provide through our nationwide testing locations and affiliated medical facilities non DOT physicals for job fitness, return to duty and follow up.
To Schedule a DOT or Non DOT Physical Deer Park, TX
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Deer Park, TX
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Deer Park, TX and throughout the local area which complies with all requirements of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available.
No appointment is necessary, but you must call and register for a DOT Drug Test Deer Park, TX location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Deer Park, TX location.
Scheduling a DOT Drug Test, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or schedule online 24/7.
Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and the process to schedule a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test is FAST AND EASY.
In addition to providing DOT drug testing Deer Park, TX location and DOT breath alcohol testing Deer Park, TX location, Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and other surrounding cities. When you need a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test for pre-employment, random or post-accident, call our DOT drug testing Deer Park, TX office at (800)221-4291.
On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has over 5000 testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
Department of Transportation (DOT)
If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.
Drug Free Workplace
Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.
We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.
Our DOT drug testing Deer Park, TX centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.
Our DOT drug testing Deer Park, TX locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Deer Park, TX centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.
In accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations if you or your business is regulated by one of the following agencies all "covered safety sensitive" employees (part or full time) must comply with all DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements. For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency in which you or your company is regulated by.
Please Note- If you are currently being audited/inspected or found to be in violation by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and you are calling for DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing, please advise the Accredited Drug Testing DOT Specialist when ordering DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing services.
To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 - Click Here
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all covered employees take a pre-employment 5 panel drug test and have a negative result on file to hold a safety sensitive position.
All DOT regulated companies must have on file a copy of the pre-employment drug test for all covered employees. An applicant saying that they previously took a DOT pre-employment drug test but cannot produce a copy of the drug test result must take a pre-employment drug test before beginning employment in a DOT safety sensitive position.
The Accredited Drug Testing Inc DOT random drug testing program notifies covered employees by email and a phone call and provides the location of the closest testing center for the covered employee to go and take their drug and alcohol test.
Failing to take a random drug or alcohol test once selected can result in substantial fines and penalties by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved random selection Consortium for covered employees who are required to comply with DOT random testing requirements.
DOT Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated companies educate and train all supervisors in how to detect employees under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.
Supervisors must complete and successfully pass a DOT approved supervisor training course.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved Supervisor Training Course which is web based and which will provide a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the course. The course is approximately 3 hours in length and maybe accessed at anytime.
DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that any regulated company with two or more employees holding safety sensitive positions covered by 49 CFR Part 40 must have a written DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy and all employees must be provided a copy of the policy. Companies must comply with all requirements listed in the DOT drug and alcohol policy.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc specializes in the development and implementation of a DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy - Call Accredited Drug Testing in Deer Park, TX, (800)221-4291
DOT Additional Requirements/Information
The Department of Transportation only recognizes and authorizes a 5 panel urine drug test and a breath alcohol test for compliance with 49 CFR Part 40.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that a Federal Chain of Custody Form (5 Page CCF) be used with all drug screens and that all breath alcohol testing devices be approved by the DOT.
The staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc are certified and trained in DOT drug specimen collections and DOT breath alcohol testing.
DOT Physicals
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL License must successfully pass a DOT physical to be issued a CDL Medical Card. The Medical Card is valid for 24months and must be renewed every 2 years with a new physical.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT physicals nationwide at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT Physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by the FMCSA.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc is your "one stop shopping" for all DOT Physicals Deer Park, TX and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Deer Park, TX.
To schedule a DOT Physical Deer Park, TX location or DOT Drug Test Deer Park, TX location, Call (800)221-4291
Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800)221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of DOT Physical Examinations
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination is a health assessment mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This examination ensures that each driver is capable and healthy enough to safely perform the demanding duties associated with operating a commercial vehicle. The primary goal is to enhance road safety by preventing accidents caused by physical health issues.
Who Needs a DOT Physical?
- Commercial Drivers: All commercial drivers who operate vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds must undergo this physical examination.
- Interstate Bus Drivers: Drivers who operate vehicles that carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver, interstate.
- Hazardous Material Transporters: Those who transport hazardous materials that require safety permits due to the quantity.
Components of a DOT Physical
The DOT physical covers various health checks to assess a driver’s physical and mental capabilities:
- Vision Test: Drivers must have at least 20/40 acuity in each eye with or without correction and a horizontal visual field of at least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
- Hearing Test: Drivers must be able to hear a forced whisper from a distance of at least five feet with or without a hearing aid.
- Blood Pressure/Pulse Rate: Assesses cardiovascular health and the potential for hypertension.
- Urinalysis: Screens for underlying medical conditions like diabetes and kidney disorders.
- Physical Examination: Involves the examination of multiple systems in the body including neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and psychiatric systems to ensure no impairment that could hinder driving ability.
Validity and Certification
Once a driver passes the DOT physical, they receive a DOT medical certificate which is typically valid for up to two years. However, if a condition is found that requires monitoring (such as hypertension), the medical certificate may be issued for a shorter period.
Preparing for a DOT Physical
Drivers should prepare for their DOT physical by:
- Gathering Health Information: Bring a list of current medications and information on any diagnosed conditions.
- Wearing Proper Attire: Wear loose clothing for the physical exam, and bring any necessary corrective lenses or hearing aids.
- Staying Informed: Be aware of how certain medical conditions might affect the ability to pass the physical.
A DOT physical is a crucial step for the safety of both the commercial driver and other road users. By ensuring medical fitness, these exams help maintain high safety standards in the transportation industry.
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Local Area Info: Deer Park, Texas
Deer Park is a city in the U.S. state of Texas within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area. The city is located in Harris County and is situated in Southeast Texas. As of the 2010 U.S. Census, the population of Deer Park was 32,010.
Deer Park was founded in 1892 by Simeon H. West, a farmer, retired legislator, and much-traveled adventurer from Illinois. He named the town for the large number of deer that roamed the Gulf plains. A railroad station opened later that year and a post office followed in 1893.
The subdivision was established in 1893 and was the site of a Galveston, Harrisburg and San Antonio Railway station by about 1894. A Deer Park post office was established in 1893, discontinued in 1919, and reestablished in 1930. In 1896, the community, with a population of forty, had a hotel, a general store, and three resident carpenters. By 1922 Deer Park had dwindled down to almost nothing with four houses, one little schoolhouse, and an old hotel with a few scattered shacks along the railroad right-of-way. 1928 brought in Shell Oil Company breaking ground on a new refinery. In the 1930s, an independent school district was established. By 1940, the population had grown to 100. By 1946, however, the area began to flourish as Deer Park became the site of refineries and toluene plants for the production of TNT.