Erie, CO Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 12,207

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Erie: 115.2 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Colorado and other state lists, there were 17 registered sex offenders living in Erie, Colorado as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Erie is 1,256 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much lower th

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (16.6%), English (9.2%), American (8.9%), Irish (6.3%), Italian (5.5%), European (4.6%).

Elevation: 5034 feet

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $111,588 (it was $77,114 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $48,356 (it was $30,625 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $543,698 (it was $248,800 in 2000) Erie:$543,698CO:$348,900

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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 Erie, CO

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Erie, CO 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 Erie, CO 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.

1200 W South Boulder Rd Ste 103 4.3 miles

1200 W South Boulder Rd Ste 103
Lafayette, CO 80026
Categories: Lafayette CO

2000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD 4.7 miles

2000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Categories: LAFAYETTE CO

380 EMPIRE RD STE 120 5.7 miles

380 EMPIRE RD STE 120
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
Categories: LAFAYETTE CO

209 4TH ST STE A-2 7.1 miles

209 4TH ST STE A-2
DACONO, CO 80514
Categories: DACONO CO

1551 PROFESSIONAL LN UNIT 140 7.1 miles

1551 PROFESSIONAL LN UNIT 140
LONGMONT, CO 80501
Categories: LONGMONT CO

1551 PROFESSIONAL LN 7.1 miles

1551 PROFESSIONAL LN
LONGMONT, CO 80501
Categories: LONGMONT CO

205 S MAIN ST STE C 7.7 miles

205 S MAIN ST STE C
LONGMONT, CO 80501
Categories: LONGMONT CO

899 US HIGHWAY 287 STE 500 8.0 miles

899 US HIGHWAY 287 STE 500
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

799 Highway 287, Suite F 8.0 miles

799 Highway 287, Suite F
Broomfield, CO 80020
Categories: Broomfield CO

1860 INDUSTRIAL CIR 8.2 miles

1860 INDUSTRIAL CIR
LONGMONT, CO 80501
Categories: LONGMONT CO

290 NICKEL ST STE 200 8.4 miles

290 NICKEL ST STE 200
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

4590 W 121ST AVE 8.7 miles

4590 W 121ST AVE
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

12213 PECOS ST #600 8.8 miles

12213 PECOS ST #600
WESTMINSTER, CO 80234
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

500 SUMMIT BLVD 8.9 miles

500 SUMMIT BLVD
BROOMFIELD, CO 80021
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

7000 W 117th Ave Unit B 9.0 miles

7000 W 117th Ave Unit B
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
Categories: BROOMFIELD CO

4747 ARAPAHOE AVE 9.4 miles

4747 ARAPAHOE AVE
BOULDER, CO 80303
Categories: BOULDER CO

829 MAIN ST STE 1 9.5 miles

829 MAIN ST STE 1
LONGMONT, CO 80501
Categories: LONGMONT CO

5387 Manhattan Cir, Suite 102 9.7 miles

5387 Manhattan Cir, Suite 102
Boulder, CO 80303
Categories: Boulder CO

4800 BASELINE RD Ste D-106 9.7 miles

4800 BASELINE RD Ste D-106
BOULDER, CO 80303
Categories: BOULDER CO

5377 MANHATTAN CIRCLE #100 9.7 miles

5377 MANHATTAN CIRCLE #100
BOULDER, CO 80303
Categories: BOULDER CO

11310 Huron St, Suite 220 10.1 miles

11310 Huron St, Suite 220
Northglenn, CO 80234
Categories: Northglenn CO

11172 HURON ST STE 19 10.3 miles

11172 HURON ST STE 19
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
Categories: NORTHGLENN CO

1925 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE 10.4 miles

1925 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE
LONGMONT, CO 80501
Categories: LONGMONT CO

1950 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE 10.4 miles

1950 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE
LONGMONT, CO 80501
Categories: LONGMONT CO

2130 Mountain View Ave, 10.5 miles

2130 Mountain View Ave,
Longmont, CO 80501
Categories: Longmont CO

3300 28TH ST 10.5 miles

3300 28TH ST
BOULDER, CO 80301
Categories: BOULDER CO

1500 28TH ST 10.7 miles

1500 28TH ST
BOULDER, CO 80303
Categories: BOULDER CO

2144 N Main St Ste 8 11.1 miles

2144 N Main St Ste 8
Longmont, CO 80501
Categories: Longmont CO

1050 W 104TH AVE 11.2 miles

1050 W 104TH AVE
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
Categories: NORTHGLENN CO

850 23RD AVE Ste A 11.3 miles

850 23RD AVE Ste A
LONGMONT, CO 80501
Categories: LONGMONT CO

150 TESON ST 11.4 miles

150 TESON ST
DENVER, CO 80233
Categories: DENVER CO

1100 BALSAM AVE 11.9 miles

1100 BALSAM AVE
BOULDER, CO 80304
Categories: BOULDER CO

9669 HURON ST STE 201 12.1 miles

9669 HURON ST STE 201
THORNTON, CO 80260
Categories: THORNTON CO

6080 W 92ND AVE 12.2 miles

6080 W 92ND AVE
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

550 THORNTON PKWY STE 110 12.4 miles

550 THORNTON PKWY STE 110
THORNTON, CO 80229
Categories: THORNTON CO

9195 GRANT ST STE 100 12.9 miles

9195 GRANT ST STE 100
THORNTON, CO 80229
Categories: THORNTON CO

8510 BRYANT ST STE 360 13.2 miles

8510 BRYANT ST STE 360
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

254 N 4TH AVE 13.2 miles

254 N 4TH AVE
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
Categories: BRIGHTON CO

2551 W 84TH AVE 13.4 miles

2551 W 84TH AVE
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

112 S Denver Ave 13.5 miles

112 S Denver Ave
Fort Lupton, CO 80621
Categories: Fort Lupton CO

8120 SHERIDAN BLVD STE 302A 13.5 miles

8120 SHERIDAN BLVD STE 302A
WESTMINSTER, CO 80003
Categories: WESTMINSTER CO

1310 FACTORY CIR 13.6 miles

1310 FACTORY CIR
FORT LUPTON, CO 80621
Categories: FORT LUPTON CO

8515 PEARL ST STE 300 13.7 miles

8515 PEARL ST STE 300
THORNTON, CO 80229
Categories: THORNTON CO

8333 GREENWOOD BLVD ste 215 13.7 miles

8333 GREENWOOD BLVD ste 215
DENVER, CO 80221
Categories: DENVER CO

500 E 84TH AVE STE B-14 13.8 miles

500 E 84TH AVE STE B-14
THORNTON, CO 80229
Categories: THORNTON CO

8842 W 79TH AVE 13.9 miles

8842 W 79TH AVE
ARVADA, CO 80005
Categories: ARVADA CO

7290 SAMUEL DR STE 114 14.9 miles

7290 SAMUEL DR STE 114
DENVER, CO 80221
Categories: DENVER CO

2801 PURCELL ST 15.1 miles

2801 PURCELL ST
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
Categories: BRIGHTON CO

12060 SABLE BLVD 15.4 miles

12060 SABLE BLVD
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
Categories: BRIGHTON CO

1600 PRAIRIE CENTER PKWY 15.9 miles

1600 PRAIRIE CENTER PKWY
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
Categories: BRIGHTON CO

PO BOX 1769 16.3 miles

PO BOX 1769
COMM CITY, CO 80037
Categories: COMM CITY CO

420 E 58TH AVE STE 111 17.0 miles

420 E 58TH AVE STE 111
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

5275 MARSHALL ST STE 201 17.1 miles

5275 MARSHALL ST STE 201
ARVADA, CO 80002
Categories: ARVADA CO

6750 W 52ND AVE STE F 17.2 miles

6750 W 52ND AVE STE F
ARVADA, CO 80002
Categories: ARVADA CO

7450 W 52ND AVE UNIT H 17.2 miles

7450 W 52ND AVE UNIT H
ARVADA, CO 80002
Categories: ARVADA CO

7120 E 49TH AVE Sapp Brothers Truck Stop 17.7 miles

7120 E 49TH AVE Sapp Brothers Truck Stop
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
Categories: COMMERCE CITY CO

5720 HOLLY ST 18.1 miles

5720 HOLLY ST
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
Categories: COMMERCE CITY CO

8995 W 44TH AVE 18.2 miles

8995 W 44TH AVE
WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
Categories: WHEAT RIDGE CO

18240 E 104TH AVE UNIT 205 18.5 miles

18240 E 104TH AVE UNIT 205
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
Categories: COMMERCE CITY CO

ONSITE TESTING ONLY 3924 Wolff St 18.6 miles

ONSITE TESTING ONLY 3924 Wolff St
Denver, CO 80212
Categories: Denver CO

2420 W 26TH AVE STE200D 19.0 miles

2420 W 26TH AVE STE200D
DENVER, CO 80211
Categories: DENVER CO

3801 BRIGHTON BLVD 19.0 miles

3801 BRIGHTON BLVD
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

5101 QUEBEC ST 19.1 miles

5101 QUEBEC ST
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
Categories: COMMERCE CITY CO

5855 E STAPLETON DR N Ste A130 19.5 miles

5855 E STAPLETON DR N Ste A130
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

6900 E 47TH AVENUE DR STE 100 19.5 miles

6900 E 47TH AVENUE DR STE 100
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

5590 HAVANA ST STE A 19.6 miles

5590 HAVANA ST STE A
DENVER, CO 80239
Categories: DENVER CO

6750 E STAPLETON DR S 19.7 miles

6750 E STAPLETON DR S
DENVER, CO 80216
Categories: DENVER CO

2490 W 26TH AVE STE 200A 19.8 miles

2490 W 26TH AVE STE 200A
DENVER, CO 80211
Categories: DENVER CO

1730 BLAKE ST STE 100 20.2 miles

1730 BLAKE ST STE 100
DENVER, CO 80202
Categories: DENVER CO

1515 Wazee Ste D 20.2 miles

1515 Wazee Ste D
Denver, CO 80202
Categories: Denver CO

1670 BROADWAY 28TH FL 20.5 miles

1670 BROADWAY 28TH FL
DENVER, CO 80202
Categories: DENVER CO

1835 FRANKLIN ST 20.9 miles

1835 FRANKLIN ST
DENVER, CO 80218
Categories: DENVER CO

1920 HIGH ST 20.9 miles

1920 HIGH ST
DENVER, CO 80218
Categories: DENVER CO

10515 E 40TH AVE STE 105 21.1 miles

10515 E 40TH AVE STE 105
DENVER, CO 80239
Categories: DENVER CO

P O Box 179 Mail Stop 1398 21.8 miles

P O Box 179 Mail Stop 1398
Littleton, CO 80201
Categories: Littleton CO

605 PARFET ST STE 103 21.8 miles

605 PARFET ST STE 103
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

12445 E 39TH AVE UNIT 311 21.8 miles

12445 E 39TH AVE UNIT 311
DENVER, CO 80239
Categories: DENVER CO

777 BANNOCK ST 21.9 miles

777 BANNOCK ST
DENVER, CO 80204
Categories: DENVER CO

11185 W 6TH AVE 22.0 miles

11185 W 6TH AVE
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

1030 Johnson Rd Ste 290 22.0 miles

1030 Johnson Rd Ste 290
Golden, CO 80401
Categories: Golden CO

120 BRYANT ST 22.3 miles

120 BRYANT ST
DENVER, CO 80219
Categories: DENVER CO

200 UNION BLVD STE 318 22.4 miles

200 UNION BLVD STE 318
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

5016 LYNNWOOD CT 22.4 miles

5016 LYNNWOOD CT
LOVELAND, CO 80537
Categories: LOVELAND CO

3350 Peoria Street Ste 190 22.5 miles

3350 Peoria Street Ste 190
Aurora, CO 80011
Categories: Aurora CO

2419 E 5TH AVE 22.5 miles

2419 E 5TH AVE
DENVER, CO 80206
Categories: DENVER CO

11600 W 2ND PL 22.6 miles

11600 W 2ND PL
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

7500 W MISSISSIPPI AVE STE A 230 22.7 miles

7500 W MISSISSIPPI AVE STE A 230
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

15235 E 38th Ave 22.9 miles

15235 E 38th Ave
AURORA, CO 80011
Categories: AURORA CO

10600 W ALAMEDA AVE STE L8 22.9 miles

10600 W ALAMEDA AVE STE L8
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

3449 CHAMBERS RD STE B 23.1 miles

3449 CHAMBERS RD STE B
AURORA, CO 80011
Categories: AURORA CO

695 S Broadway, 23.5 miles

695 S Broadway,
Denver, CO 80209
Categories: Denver CO

469 S CHERRY ST STE 101 23.9 miles

469 S CHERRY ST STE 101
DENVER, CO 80246
Categories: DENVER CO

7585 W ARKANSAS AVE STE B 24.1 miles

7585 W ARKANSAS AVE STE B
LAKEWOOD, CO 80232
Categories: LAKEWOOD CO

8700 PENA BLVD RM 3284 24.1 miles

8700 PENA BLVD RM 3284
DENVER, CO 80249
Categories: DENVER CO

1212 S BROADWAY STE 150 24.2 miles

1212 S BROADWAY STE 150
DENVER, CO 80210
Categories: DENVER CO

8400 PENA BLVD 24.3 miles

8400 PENA BLVD
DENVER, CO 80249
Categories: DENVER CO

875 S COLORADO BLVD 24.3 miles

875 S COLORADO BLVD
DENVER, CO 80246
Categories: DENVER CO

1701 CHAMBERS RD STE E 24.4 miles

1701 CHAMBERS RD STE E
AURORA, CO 80011
Categories: AURORA CO

4101 E LOUISIANA AVE STE 100 24.8 miles

4101 E LOUISIANA AVE STE 100
DENVER, CO 80246
Categories: DENVER CO

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DOT Physical Erie, CO

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 Erie, CO

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Erie, CO

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Erie, CO location or DOT Drug Test Erie, CO 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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Show Regional Data

Population (female): 12,207

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Erie: 115.2 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Colorado and other state lists, there were 17 registered sex offenders living in Erie, Colorado as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Erie is 1,256 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much lower th

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (16.6%), English (9.2%), American (8.9%), Irish (6.3%), Italian (5.5%), European (4.6%).

Elevation: 5034 feet

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $111,588 (it was $77,114 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $48,356 (it was $30,625 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $543,698 (it was $248,800 in 2000) Erie:$543,698CO:$348,900

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