Forest Hills, TN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 4,929 (67% urban, 33% rural). >Population change since 2000: +4.6%

Population (female): 2,424

Median Age: 47.8 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $3,148.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 3.7%

Poverty (breakdown): (3.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.8% for Black residents, 32.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 19.6% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders:

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (27.0%), English (12.6%), Scotch-Irish (7.5%), European (6.4%), German (5.6%), Irish (5.6%).

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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 Forest Hills, TN

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Forest Hills, TN 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 Forest Hills, TN 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.

103 POWELL CT 2.8 miles

103 POWELL CT
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
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105 WESTWOOD PL 3.1 miles

105 WESTWOOD PL
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
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115 E Park Dr Ste 300 3.2 miles

115 E Park Dr Ste 300
Brentwood, TN 37027
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2001 GLEN ECHO RD 3.3 miles

2001 GLEN ECHO RD
NASHVILLE, TN 37215
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5046 THOROUGHBRED LN 3.5 miles

5046 THOROUGHBRED LN
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
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7643 HIGHWAY 70 S 3.8 miles

7643 HIGHWAY 70 S
NASHVILLE, TN 37221
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210 FRANKLIN RD STE 4B 4.0 miles

210 FRANKLIN RD STE 4B
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
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231 WILSON PIKE CIR STE 206 4.4 miles

231 WILSON PIKE CIR STE 206
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
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2339 HILLSBORO RD 5.0 miles

2339 HILLSBORO RD
FRANKLIN, TN 37069
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3404 W END AVE STE 101 5.1 miles

3404 W END AVE STE 101
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
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4300 SIDCO DR 5.1 miles

4300 SIDCO DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37204
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6606 CHARLOTTE PIKE STE 104 5.3 miles

6606 CHARLOTTE PIKE STE 104
NASHVILLE, TN 37209
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339 WHITE BRIDGE PIKE 5.5 miles

339 WHITE BRIDGE PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37209
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114A 29TH AVE N 5.6 miles

114A 29TH AVE N
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
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3656 Trousdale Dr Ste 109 5.6 miles

3656 Trousdale Dr Ste 109
Nashville, TN 37204
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5543 EDMONDSON PIKE STE 261
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
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2010 CHURCH ST 1ST FL 6.4 miles

2010 CHURCH ST 1ST FL
NASHVILLE, TN 37236
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300 20TH AVE N 6.4 miles

300 20TH AVE N
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
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1916 Patterson St Ste 103, 6.5 miles

1916 Patterson St Ste 103,
Nashville, TN 37203
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391 WALLACE RD
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
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315 14TH AVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
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1735 GALLERIA BLVD STE 1050
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
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1720 General George Patton Dr Ste C3 7.4 miles

1720 General George Patton Dr Ste C3
Brentwood, TN 37027
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5826 NOLENSVILLE PIKE 7.6 miles

5826 NOLENSVILLE PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
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360 DEADERICK ST 7.6 miles

360 DEADERICK ST
NASHVILLE, TN 37201
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6005 NOLENSVILLE PIKE STE 205 7.9 miles

6005 NOLENSVILLE PIKE STE 205
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
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100 INTERNATIONAL DR STE 106 8.0 miles

100 INTERNATIONAL DR STE 106
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
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501 METROPLEX DR Ste 306 8.1 miles

501 METROPLEX DR Ste 306
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
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7105 S SPRINGS DR STE 111
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
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189 MONROE PL STE 104 8.3 miles

189 MONROE PL STE 104
ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015
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1425 ELM HILL PIKE 8.4 miles

1425 ELM HILL PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37210
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9040 CAROTHERS PKWY STE A205
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
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602 GALLATIN AVE 9.5 miles

602 GALLATIN AVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37206
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1400 DONELSON PIKE STE B10 9.5 miles

1400 DONELSON PIKE STE B10
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
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6716 NOLENSVILLE RD
Brentwood, TN 37027
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10644 CONCORD RD 9.9 miles

10644 CONCORD RD
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
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1645 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE H 10.1 miles

1645 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE H
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
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1719 GALLATIN AVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37206
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919 MURFREESBORO RD
FRANKLIN, TN 37064
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100 COVEY DR STE 309 10.7 miles

100 COVEY DR STE 309
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
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2531 ELM HILL PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
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2275 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE 110 11.0 miles

2275 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE 110
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
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2516 HOSPITALITY Dr. 11.0 miles

2516 HOSPITALITY Dr.
COLUMBIA, TN 38401
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2510 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE 2 11.2 miles

2510 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE 2
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
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2740 OLD ELM HILL PIKE STE 103A 11.3 miles

2740 OLD ELM HILL PIKE STE 103A
Nashville, TN 37214
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519 DONELSON PIKE STE 107
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
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2372 LEBANON PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
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2643 MURFREESBORO PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
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PO BOX 140294 11.6 miles

PO BOX 140294
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
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225 NOAH DR STE 360 11.8 miles

225 NOAH DR STE 360
FRANKLIN, TN 37064
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2001 Mallory Ln, Coolsprings Professional , Sui 12.0 miles

2001 Mallory Ln, Coolsprings Professional , Sui
Franklin, TN 37067
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3441 DICKERSON PIKE OUTPATIENT LAB 12.0 miles

3441 DICKERSON PIKE OUTPATIENT LAB
NASHVILLE, TN 37207
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2800 Opryland Drive 12.8 miles

2800 Opryland Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
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3055 LEBANON PIKE STE 1000
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
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2267 JACKSON DOWNS BLVD
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
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1209 S GRAYCROFT AVE
MADISON, TN 37115
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3638 DICKERSON PIKE STE 204
NASHVILLE, TN 37207
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1227 HEIL QUAKER BLVD
LA VERGNE, TN 37086
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5225 OLD HICKORY BLVD STE 205
HERMITAGE, TN 37076
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SMYRNA, TN 37167
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515 STONECREST PKWY Ste 100
SMYRNA, TN 37167
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1616 GALLATIN PIKE N
MADISON, TN 37115
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1719 GALLATIN PIKE N
MADISON, TN 37115
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479 SAM RIDLEY PKWY W STE 105-233 18.3 miles

479 SAM RIDLEY PKWY W STE 105-233
SMYRNA, TN 37167
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1000 NORTHCHASE DR STE 215 18.5 miles

1000 NORTHCHASE DR STE 215
GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072
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202 N MAIN ST 18.9 miles

202 N MAIN ST
ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015
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202 N MAIN ST STE 4 18.9 miles

202 N MAIN ST STE 4
ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015
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313 N MAIN ST 19.0 miles

313 N MAIN ST
ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015
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2727 FAIRVIEW BLVD 19.1 miles

2727 FAIRVIEW BLVD
FAIRVIEW, TN 37062
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355 PLEASANT GROVE RD STE 1400 19.4 miles

355 PLEASANT GROVE RD STE 1400
MOUNT JULIET, TN 37122
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669 S MOUNT JULIET RD
MOUNT JULIET, TN 37122
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5002 CROSSINGS CIR STE 100 19.5 miles

5002 CROSSINGS CIR STE 100
MOUNT JULIET, TN 37122
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1332 HAZELWOOD DR 19.6 miles

1332 HAZELWOOD DR
SMYRNA, TN 37167
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121 MAYFIELD DR
SMYRNA, TN 37167
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321 QUECREEK CIR
SMYRNA, TN 37167
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3500 N Mount Juliet Rd 20.2 miles

3500 N Mount Juliet Rd
Mount Juliet, TN 37122
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280 INDIAN LAKE BLVD STE 140 21.3 miles

280 INDIAN LAKE BLVD STE 140
HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075
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291 INDIAN LAKE BLVD 21.3 miles

291 INDIAN LAKE BLVD
HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075
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115 ENON SPRINGS RD E 21.5 miles

115 ENON SPRINGS RD E
SMYRNA, TN 37167
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105 REDBUD DR 21.6 miles

105 REDBUD DR
PORTLAND, TN 37148
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355 NEW SHACKLE ISLAND RD 21.7 miles

355 NEW SHACKLE ISLAND RD
HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075
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5421 MAIN ST STE B 22.9 miles

5421 MAIN ST STE B
SPRING HILL, TN 37174
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711 E MAIN ST STE 107
HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075
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1990 OLD FORT PKWY ST A 24.3 miles

1990 OLD FORT PKWY ST A
MURFREESBORO, TN 37129
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DOT Physical Forest Hills, TN

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 Forest Hills, TN

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DOT Drug Testing Forest Hills, TN

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Forest Hills, TN location or DOT Drug Test Forest Hills, TN 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: Forest Hills, Tennessee

Nashville was settled by Anglo-Europeans in 1780, and over the next two decades settlers staked claims on what was originally land cultivated and hunted by Native Americans. Several land grants were awarded to Revolutionary War veterans. The recipients of these grants seldom settled the land themselves, but either sold them to individuals or passed them along to their children or other relatives. In the Forest Hills area, William Nash received a 640-acre (2.6 km2) grant along what is now Granny White Pike south of Tyne Boulevard. Nash opted to sell off parcels of his land, including a 160-acre (0.65 km2) tract to Henry Compton in the early 19th century. Much of the land west of Hillsboro Road was part of a grant awarded to James Robertson.

A Revolutionary War veteran named McCrory chose to give his land grant to his son Thomas, who came to the area in 1790. The younger McCrory went on to acquire some 3,700 acres (15 km2) in Davidson and Williamson counties, including land along what is now Old Hickory Boulevard. McCrory built a two-story log dwelling on this property in 1798. The property was purchased by William B. Carpenter in 1837, and his daughter and son-in-law Mary E. and George Mayfield inherited the house in 1869. It remained in the Mayfield family until 1939. This is the oldest building remaining in Forest Hills, and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. As Nashville assumed prominence on the western frontier, a road known as the Natchez Trace was created to provide an overland route for settlers returning from New Orleans. Many settlers in the Ohio and Cumberland River valleys floated on rafts down the Mississippi River to New Orleans to sell their goods. Prior to the invention of the steamboat, western settlers had no choice but to walk home through the wilderness to reach home. In order to provide an improved road, the Natchez Trace was constructed from Nashville to Natchez, Mississippi.

Construction of the Natchez Trace began in 1802, and work continued on improving the road until it was officially declared complete in 1809. From the early 19th century to the 1820s, the Natchez Trace was the primary north/south route through central Tennessee. With the advent of steamboat travel, the use of the Natchez Trace declined significantly, and the old roadbed was used as local farm roads by the mid-19th century. Various surveys and land records of the 19th century refer to the "Natchez Trace" or "Natchez Road" located on at least three different routes in Davidson County, two of which ran through Forest Hills. As National Park Service historian Dawson Phelps wrote in the 1940s, "All this has been very confusing to many Nashvillians who dabble in local history. Each has a definite idea that one or the other of the roads mentioned above is the Old Trace and is eager, at the drop of a hat, to defend his position obstinately, profanely, and at great length." However, a recent study of the Natchez Trace identified one of the main routes extending through what is now Forest Hills along either side of present-day Hillsboro Pike.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 4,929 (67% urban, 33% rural). >Population change since 2000: +4.6%

Population (female): 2,424

Median Age: 47.8 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $3,148.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 3.7%

Poverty (breakdown): (3.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.8% for Black residents, 32.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 19.6% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders:

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (27.0%), English (12.6%), Scotch-Irish (7.5%), European (6.4%), German (5.6%), Irish (5.6%).

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