Flowery Branch, GA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 3,366

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Flowery Branch: 94.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.9%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Georgia and other state lists, there were 39 registered sex offenders living in Flowery Branch, Georgia as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Flowery Branch is 170 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (18.4%), German (12.2%), Irish (7.0%), English (6.8%), European (4.4%), Haitian (2.9%).

Elevation: 1115 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $72,984 (it was $35,478 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $35,080 (it was $16,970 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $229,509 (it was $71,600 in 2000) Flowery Branch:$229,509GA:$173,700

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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 Flowery Branch, GA

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Flowery Branch, 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 Flowery Branch, 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.

4889 GOLDEN PKWY STE 100 2.7 miles

4889 GOLDEN PKWY STE 100
BUFORD, GA 30518
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4509 WINDER HWY 4.2 miles

4509 WINDER HWY
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542
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3703 WINDER HWY 4.2 miles

3703 WINDER HWY
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542
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3626 OLD OAKWOOD RD 4.5 miles

3626 OLD OAKWOOD RD
OAKWOOD, GA 30566
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2145 CENTENNIAL DR 6.2 miles

2145 CENTENNIAL DR
GAINESVILLE, GA 30504
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5875 THOMPSON MILL RD STE 100 6.9 miles

5875 THOMPSON MILL RD STE 100
HOSCHTON, GA 30548
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1950 BUFORD MILL DR STE E 7.8 miles

1950 BUFORD MILL DR STE E
BUFORD, GA 30519
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4585 NELSON BROGDON BLVD 7.9 miles

4585 NELSON BROGDON BLVD
SUGAR HILL, GA 30518
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3276 BUFORD DR STE 102 8.0 miles

3276 BUFORD DR STE 102
BUFORD, GA 30519
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3425 BUFORD DR 8.1 miles

3425 BUFORD DR
BUFORD, GA 30519
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530 SPRING ST SE 9.6 miles

530 SPRING ST SE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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1159 WOODTRACE LN 10.0 miles

1159 WOODTRACE LN
AUBURN, GA 30011
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1240 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 370 10.4 miles

1240 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 370
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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1250 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 500 10.4 miles

1250 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 500
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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2825 KEITH BRIDGE RD 10.5 miles

2825 KEITH BRIDGE RD
CUMMING, GA 30041
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2272 CHATEAU DR 10.8 miles

2272 CHATEAU DR
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
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597 S ENOTA DR NE 10.8 miles

597 S ENOTA DR NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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597 S ENOTA DR 10.8 miles

597 S ENOTA DR
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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2021 MARKET PLACE BLVD 11.7 miles

2021 MARKET PLACE BLVD
CUMMING, GA 30041
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907 Buford Rd Ste 300 11.9 miles

907 Buford Rd Ste 300
Cumming, GA 30041
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4411 SUWANEE DAM RD STE 1010 11.9 miles

4411 SUWANEE DAM RD STE 1010
SUWANEE, GA 30024
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2458 LIMESTONE PKWY STE A 12.0 miles

2458 LIMESTONE PKWY STE A
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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675 WHITE SULPHUR RD 12.0 miles

675 WHITE SULPHUR RD
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
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260 ELM ST 12.3 miles

260 ELM ST
CUMMING, GA 30040
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2696 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD 13.1 miles

2696 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD
SUWANEE, GA 30024
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960 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD 13.4 miles

960 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD
SUWANEE, GA 30024
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1330 Atlanta Hwy 13.5 miles

1330 Atlanta Hwy
Cumming, GA 30040
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301 SHYREWOOD DR 14.0 miles

301 SHYREWOOD DR
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
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332 SWANSON DR STE A 14.1 miles

332 SWANSON DR STE A
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
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108 PROMINENCE CT STE 200 14.4 miles

108 PROMINENCE CT STE 200
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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108 PROMINENCE CT STE 100 14.4 miles

108 PROMINENCE CT STE 100
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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1080 LUMPKIN CAMPGROUND RD S 14.5 miles

1080 LUMPKIN CAMPGROUND RD S
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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755 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD 14.7 miles

755 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
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2575 PEACHTREE PKWY STE 100 15.6 miles

2575 PEACHTREE PKWY STE 100
CUMMING, GA 30041
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783 N CLAYTON ST 15.7 miles

783 N CLAYTON ST
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30046
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575 PROFESSIONAL DR STE 280 16.0 miles

575 PROFESSIONAL DR STE 280
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
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575 Professional Drive Ste 200, 16.0 miles

575 Professional Drive Ste 200,
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
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4275 JOHNS CREEK PKWY STE B 16.0 miles

4275 JOHNS CREEK PKWY STE B
SUWANEE, GA 30024
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45 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 103 16.2 miles

45 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 103
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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368 W PIKE ST STE 107 16.3 miles

368 W PIKE ST STE 107
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
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10820 ABBOTTS BRIDGE RD STE 3000 17.6 miles

10820 ABBOTTS BRIDGE RD STE 3000
DULUTH, GA 30097
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289 GRAYSON HWY 17.7 miles

289 GRAYSON HWY
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
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112 LANTHIER ST 18.0 miles

112 LANTHIER ST
WINDER, GA 30680
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1580 BOGGS RD STE 700 18.2 miles

1580 BOGGS RD STE 700
DULUTH, GA 30096
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3800 PLEASANT HILL RD STE 1 18.6 miles

3800 PLEASANT HILL RD STE 1
DULUTH, GA 30096
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3490 PLEASANT HILL RD 18.9 miles

3490 PLEASANT HILL RD
DULUTH, GA 30096
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5670 ATLANTA HWY STE C-1 18.9 miles

5670 ATLANTA HWY STE C-1
ALPHARETTA, GA 30004
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9775 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD STE B 19.0 miles

9775 MEDLOCK BRIDGE RD STE B
DULUTH, GA 30097
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9690 VENTANA WAY 19.3 miles

9690 VENTANA WAY
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
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1654 WASHINGTON ST 19.3 miles

1654 WASHINGTON ST
JEFFERSON, GA 30549
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3043 HARTRIGHT BEND CT 19.5 miles

3043 HARTRIGHT BEND CT
DULUTH, GA 30096
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10945 STATE BRIDGE RD 19.6 miles

10945 STATE BRIDGE RD
JOHNS CREEK, GA 30022
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3360 SATELLITE BLVD STE 3 19.6 miles

3360 SATELLITE BLVD STE 3
DULUTH, GA 30096
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2800 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE F 19.6 miles

2800 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE F
DULUTH, GA 30097
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3551 SATELLITE BLVD
DULUTH, GA 30096
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3675 SATELLITE BLVD STE 840 20.1 miles

3675 SATELLITE BLVD STE 840
DULUTH, GA 30096
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13081 HIGHWAY 9 N
MILTON, GA 30004
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12994 HIGHWAY 9 N
MILTON, GA 30004
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22 S PUBLIC SQ 20.6 miles

22 S PUBLIC SQ
JEFFERSON, GA 30549
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3055 North Point Pkwy, Ste 300 20.6 miles

3055 North Point Pkwy, Ste 300
Alpharetta, GA 30005
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81 NORTHSIDE DAWSON DR STE 205 21.1 miles

81 NORTHSIDE DAWSON DR STE 205
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
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3653 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY 21.4 miles

3653 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044
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11 HOMER ST 21.4 miles

11 HOMER ST
MAYESVILLE, GA 30558
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2878 FIVE FORKS TRICKUM RD 21.6 miles

2878 FIVE FORKS TRICKUM RD
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044
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1800 Tree Ln. Suite 310 21.9 miles

1800 Tree Ln. Suite 310
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
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2118 SCENIC HWY N STE H 22.7 miles

2118 SCENIC HWY N STE H
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
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10905 HAYNES BRIDGE RD 22.7 miles

10905 HAYNES BRIDGE RD
ALPHARETTA, GA 30022
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2138 SCENIC HWY N STE F 22.8 miles

2138 SCENIC HWY N STE F
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
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11780 NORTHFALL LN STE 301 23.3 miles

11780 NORTHFALL LN STE 301
ALPHARETTA, GA 30009
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199 MOUNTAIN DR STE 101 23.4 miles

199 MOUNTAIN DR STE 101
DAHLONEGA, GA 30533
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2356 LENORA CHURCH RD 23.4 miles

2356 LENORA CHURCH RD
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
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95 MORRISON MOORE PKWY W 23.7 miles

95 MORRISON MOORE PKWY W
DAHLONEGA, GA 30533
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3720 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD 24.1 miles

3720 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD
NORCROSS, GA 30092
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3300 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD STE 110 24.2 miles

3300 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD STE 110
NORCROSS, GA 30092
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11660 ALPHARETTA HWY, BLDG 700 24.2 miles

11660 ALPHARETTA HWY, BLDG 700
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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3295 River Exchange Dr Ste 584 24.4 miles

3295 River Exchange Dr Ste 584
NORCROSS, GA 30092
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1305 HEMBREE RD STE 103 24.4 miles

1305 HEMBREE RD STE 103
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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6300 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 110 24.4 miles

6300 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 110
NORCROSS, GA 30071
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6475 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 200 24.5 miles

6475 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 200
NORCROSS, GA 30071
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6825 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 1100 24.6 miles

6825 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 1100
NORCROSS, GA 30071
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6760 Jimmy Carter Blvd Ste 150 24.6 miles

6760 Jimmy Carter Blvd Ste 150
Norcross, GA 30071
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11205 ALPHARETTA HWY STE G2 24.7 miles

11205 ALPHARETTA HWY STE G2
ROSWELL, GA 30076
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3170 LENORA CHURCH RD STE 220 24.9 miles

3170 LENORA CHURCH RD STE 220
SNELLVILLE, GA 30039
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DOT Physical Flowery Branch, 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 Flowery Branch, GA

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Flowery Branch, GA

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Flowery Branch, GA location or DOT Drug Test Flowery Branch, 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: Flowery Branch, Georgia

Flowery Branch is a city in Hall County, Georgia, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 5,679. It is part of the Gainesville, Georgia metropolitan area, and lies on the shores of Lake Lanier.

Flowery Branch was originally named Anaguluskee, a Cherokee Indian word meaning "flowers on the branch." Other sources claim the original name was Nattagasska ("Blossom Creek"), which long-term residents recall as an alternative nickname for the town.

The Atlanta Falcons football team's training camp has been located in Flowery Branch since the start of the 2005 season. The city also hosts the Historic Caboose exhibit and the Historic Train Depot museum.

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Population (female): 3,366

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Flowery Branch: 94.3 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.9%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Georgia and other state lists, there were 39 registered sex offenders living in Flowery Branch, Georgia as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Flowery Branch is 170 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (18.4%), German (12.2%), Irish (7.0%), English (6.8%), European (4.4%), Haitian (2.9%).

Elevation: 1115 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $72,984 (it was $35,478 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $35,080 (it was $16,970 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $229,509 (it was $71,600 in 2000) Flowery Branch:$229,509GA:$173,700

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