DOT Physical Gig Harbor, WA
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA 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.
4700 POINT FOSDICK DR NW STE 210 2.0 miles
GIG HARBOR, WA 98335
11567 CANTERWOOD BLVD NW 2.9 miles
GIG HARBOR, WA 98332
1812 S MILDRED ST STE F 6.2 miles
TACOMA, WA 98465
14473 CLAYTON RD SE 6.5 miles
PORT ORCHARD, WA 98367
S 19th St And W Union Ave 7.5 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
1901 S UNION AVE STE A-203 7.5 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
3401 S 19TH ST STE 220 7.6 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
1901 South Union, Suite B3005 7.6 miles
Tacoma, WA 98405
3124 S 19TH ST BLDG C STE 110 7.7 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
702 BROADWAY STE 102 8.2 miles
TACOMA, WA 98402
2624 S 38TH ST 8.4 miles
TACOMA, WA 98409
1717 S J ST 8.4 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
1123 PACIFIC AVE 8.5 miles
TACOMA, WA 98402
1930 PORT OF TACOMA RD 9.7 miles
TACOMA, WA 98421
2818 SW 327TH ST 9.9 miles
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98023
5920 100th Street SW, Suite 29 11.6 miles
Lakewood, WA 98499
5700 100TH ST SW STE 510 11.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, WA 98499
4703 PACIFIC HWY E 11.7 miles
FIFE, WA 98424
502 54TH AVE E 11.7 miles
FIFE, WA 98424
33440 1ST WAY S STE 103 11.8 miles
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003
720 S 320th Street, Suite B 12.0 miles
Federal Way, WA 98003
1300 S 320TH ST 12.4 miles
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003
11315 BRIDGEPORT WAY SW 12.6 miles
LAKEWOOD, WA 98499
34616 South 347th Place, Suite 2 12.8 miles
Federal Way, WA 98003
10 E WESTLAKE PL 12.9 miles
ALLYN, WA 98524
250 SW 193RD PL 13.2 miles
NORMANDY PARK, WA 98166
450 S KITSAP BLVD STE 144 13.8 miles
PORT ORCHARD, WA 98366
15870 1ST AVE S Ste 101 14.7 miles
BURIEN, WA 98148
2529 S 194TH ST 14.8 miles
SEATAC, WA 98188
15500 1ST AVE S STE 106A 14.8 miles
BURIEN, WA 98148
128 WASHINGTON AVE N 16.0 miles
KENT, WA 98032
18012 W VALLEY HWY STE 101 16.0 miles
KENT, WA 98032
202 N DIVISION ST 16.5 miles
AUBURN, WA 98001
1 E MAIN ST STE 130 16.5 miles
AUBURN, WA 98002
532 5TH ST STE 19 16.6 miles
BREMERTON, WA 98337
202 CROSS ST SE 16.6 miles
AUBURN, WA 98002
230 AUBURN WAY S STE B 16.7 miles
AUBURN, WA 98002
800 S Meridian, Suite B 16.7 miles
Puyallup, WA 98371
19032 62ND AVE S 16.7 miles
KENT, WA 98032
222 STATE AVE N 16.8 miles
KENT, WA 98032
6642 S 193RD PL STE N107 16.9 miles
KENT, WA 98032
1011 E Main, Suite 301 16.9 miles
Puyallup, WA 98372
407 14TH AVE SE 17.1 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
13030 MILITARY RD S STE 100 17.2 miles
TUKWILA, WA 98168
12844 MILITARY RD S 17.2 miles
TUKWILA, WA 98168
1450 5TH ST SE STE 1500 17.2 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
3850 S MERIDIAN 17.6 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98373
2528 WHEATON WAY STE 202 17.7 miles
BREMERTON, WA 98310
2601 Cherry Avenue, Suite 206 17.7 miles
Bremerton, WA 98310
818 39TH AVE SW ste A2 17.7 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98373
200 ANDOVER PARK E STE 8 17.8 miles
TUKWILA, WA 98188
1412 SW 43rd Street, Suite 101 17.9 miles
Renton, WA 98057
24031 104TH AVE SE 18.1 miles
KENT, WA 98030
6720 FORT DENT WAY STE 110 18.1 miles
TUKWILA, WA 98188
1005 185TH STREET CT E 18.3 miles
SPANAWAY, WA 98387
3908 10TH ST SE 18.5 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98374
3600 LIND AVE SW STE 170 18.6 miles
RENTON, WA 98057
400 S 43RD ST 18.8 miles
RENTON, WA 98055
10209 136TH ST E 19.1 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98374
2414 SW ANDOVER ST STE E130 19.4 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98106
650 S ORCAS ST STE 125 19.4 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98108
17709 108TH AVE SE 19.6 miles
RENTON, WA 98055
304 MAIN AVE S STE 202 20.4 miles
RENTON, WA 98057
3223 1ST AVE S STE C 20.5 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98134
4515 Martin Luther King Jr Way S #200 20.9 miles
Seattle, WA 98108
11102 Sunrise Boulevard E, Suite 105 21.3 miles
Puyallup, WA 98374
1737 AIRPORT WAY S STE 200 21.6 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98134
1400 S JACKSON ST STE 24 22.4 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98144
509 OLIVE WAY STE 1664 22.6 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98101
1100 9TH AVE 22.6 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98101
1800 NW MYHRE RD 22.7 miles
SILVERDALE, WA 98383
420 Lilly Road NE, Suite 101 22.8 miles
Olympia, WA 98506
1229 MADISON ST STE 610 22.8 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98104
500 17TH AVE 22.9 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98122
9621 RIDGETOP BLVD NW 22.9 miles
SILVERDALE, WA 98383
610 1st Ave North 23.0 miles
Seattle, WA 98109
550 17TH AVE STE 200 23.0 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98122
1151 DENNY WAY 23.0 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98109
1512 Broadway 23.1 miles
Seattle, WA 98122
803 20TH AVE 23.2 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98122
10513 SILVERDALE WAY NW STE 104 23.2 miles
SILVERDALE, WA 98383
3928 PACIFIC AVE SE 23.3 miles
LACEY, WA 98503
DOT Physical Gig Harbor, WA
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 Gig Harbor, WA
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Gig Harbor, WA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA location and DOT breath alcohol testing Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA, (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 Gig Harbor, WA and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Gig Harbor, WA.
To schedule a DOT Physical Gig Harbor, WA location or DOT Drug Test Gig Harbor, WA 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: Gig Harbor, Washington
Gig Harbor is one of several cities and towns that claim to be "the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula". Due to its close access to several state and city parks, and historic waterfront that includes boutiques and fine dining, it has become a popular tourist destination. Gig Harbor is located along State Route 16, about 6 mi (10 km) from its origin at Interstate 5, over the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. A $1.2 billion project to add a second span to the bridge was completed in 2007. From Gig Harbor, Tacoma can be reached in just under 20 minutes and Seattle in just under an hour.
During a heavy storm in 1840, Captain Charles Wilkes brought the captain's gig (small boat) into the harbor for protection. Later, with the publication of Wilkes 1841 map of the Oregon Territory, he named the sheltered bay Gig Harbor.
Gig Harbor was officially incorporated on July 12, 1946. Commercial fishing, boat building, and logging dominated the economy until the construction of the first Tacoma Narrows Bridge in 1940. Until then, the primary method of transportation between Gig Harbor and the economic center of nearby Tacoma was by steamship. Starting in 1836, steamships started plying the waters of Puget Sound and quickly developed into what was eventually dubbed the "Mosquito Fleet". Gig Harbor, isolated from Tacoma and Seattle by Puget Sound and the Tacoma Narrows, could not be reached by automobile or horseback except by a very long and arduous trip south around Puget Sound and Hammersly Inlet. The boom was to be short lived, as the first bridge collapsed just months after it was completed. The resource demands of World War II prevented another bridge from being built until 1950. Between the time when the first bridge collapsed and when the second bridge was completed, a state-run ferry service delivered drivers directly into downtown Gig Harbor. Remains of the ferry dock can still be seen just outside the mouth of the harbor at the southeast end of Harborview Drive. The area has been turned into a small park, where the public can see a panoramic view of the Cascade Mountains, Point Defiance, and Mount Rainier.