Highland, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 55,342 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +24.1%

Population (male): 27,281

Population (female): 28,061

Median Age: 32.9 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Highland: 81.6 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (8.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 20.5% for Black residents, 26.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 35.8% for American Indian residents, 3.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 34.5% for other race residents, 15.4% for two or more races residents)

Land Area: 13.6 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $58,278 (it was $41,230 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $24,189 (it was $16,039 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $336,274 (it was $122,200 in 2000) Highland:$336,274CA:$509,400

Races:
      Hispanic - 29,256 - 52.6%
      White alone - 14,665 - 26.4%
      Asian alone - 5,228 - 9.4%
      Black alone - 4,407 - 7.9%
      Two or more races - 1,269 - 2.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 563 - 1.0%
      American Indian alone - 262 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 95 - 0.2%

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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 Highland, CA

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Highland, CA 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 Highland, CA 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.

399 E. HIGHLAND AVE. STE 510 3.9 miles

399 E. HIGHLAND AVE. STE 510
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404
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2150 N Waterman Ave Ste 100b, 4.1 miles

2150 N Waterman Ave Ste 100b,
San Bernardino, CA 92404
Categories: San Bernardino CA

2101 N WATERMAN AVE 4.3 miles

2101 N WATERMAN AVE
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404
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1850 S WATERMAN AVE 4.7 miles

1850 S WATERMAN AVE
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
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328 COMMERCIAL RD 0STE 101 4.7 miles

328 COMMERCIAL RD 0STE 101
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
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742 W HIGHLAND AVE 5.2 miles

742 W HIGHLAND AVE
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405
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25805 Barton Rd Ste A-104, 5.9 miles

25805 Barton Rd Ste A-104,
Loma Linda, CA 92354
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25455 BARTON RD STE A106 6.0 miles

25455 BARTON RD STE A106
LOMA LINDA, CA 92354
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1894 COMMERCENTER W STE 106 6.0 miles

1894 COMMERCENTER W STE 106
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
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295 E Caroline St Ste D1 6.1 miles

295 E Caroline St Ste D1
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Categories: San Bernardino CA

350 TERRACINA BLVD 6.3 miles

350 TERRACINA BLVD
REDLANDS, CA 92373
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1805 MEDICAL CENTER DR 6.5 miles

1805 MEDICAL CENTER DR
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92411
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1461 E COOLEY DR STE 200 7.1 miles

1461 E COOLEY DR STE 200
COLTON, CA 92324
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935 S MOUNT VERNON AVE STE 101 7.7 miles

935 S MOUNT VERNON AVE STE 101
COLTON, CA 92324
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290 N 10TH ST STE 100 7.7 miles

290 N 10TH ST STE 100
COLTON, CA 92324
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850 E WASHINGTON ST 8.3 miles

850 E WASHINGTON ST
COLTON, CA 92324
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105 TERRAINA BLVD 8.5 miles

105 TERRAINA BLVD
REDLANDS, CA 92373
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PO BOX 2109 8.5 miles

PO BOX 2109
REDLANDS, CA 92373
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425 E FOOTHILL BLVD 9.0 miles

425 E FOOTHILL BLVD
RIALTO, CA 92376
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34050 COUNTY LINE RD 12.0 miles

34050 COUNTY LINE RD
YUCAIPA, CA 92399
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1760 CHICAGO AVE STE J3 12.1 miles

1760 CHICAGO AVE STE J3
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
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1405 SPRUCE ST STE F 12.2 miles

1405 SPRUCE ST STE F
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
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24318 HEMLOCK AVE STE E1 13.0 miles

24318 HEMLOCK AVE STE E1
MORENO VALLEY, CA 92557
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9961 SIERRA AVE FL 6 13.5 miles

9961 SIERRA AVE FL 6
FONTANA, CA 92335
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6485 Day St Ste 102, 14.2 miles

6485 Day St Ste 102,
Riverside, CA 92507
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4121 BROCKTON AVE STE 104 14.2 miles

4121 BROCKTON AVE STE 104
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
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6200 BOX SPRINGS BLVD 14.2 miles

6200 BOX SPRINGS BLVD
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
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13800 Heacock St Ste C134 14.5 miles

13800 Heacock St Ste C134
Moreno Valley, CA 92553
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4646 Brockton Ave Ste 102, 14.6 miles

4646 Brockton Ave Ste 102,
Riverside, CA 92506
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6485 DAY ST Ste 302 15.5 miles

6485 DAY ST Ste 302
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
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3600 CENTRAL AVE STE 3 16.0 miles

3600 CENTRAL AVE STE 3
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
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10444 LIVE OAK AVE 16.2 miles

10444 LIVE OAK AVE
FONTANA, CA 92337
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4300 CENTRAL AVE 16.3 miles

4300 CENTRAL AVE
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
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3579 ARLINGTON AVE STE 300 16.3 miles

3579 ARLINGTON AVE STE 300
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
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1375 CAMINO REAL STE 130 16.5 miles

1375 CAMINO REAL STE 130
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
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7798 CHERRY AVE 16.6 miles

7798 CHERRY AVE
FONTANA, CA 92336
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14384 SLOVER AVE 16.8 miles

14384 SLOVER AVE
FONTANA, CA 92337
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16420 PERRIS BLVD STE Q 17.0 miles

16420 PERRIS BLVD STE Q
MORENO VALLEY, CA 92551
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890 BEAUMONT AVE 18.9 miles

890 BEAUMONT AVE
BEAUMONT, CA 92223
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40880 Pedder PO Box 6445 18.9 miles

40880 Pedder PO Box 6445
BIG BEAR LAKE, CA 92315
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9300 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 104 19.2 miles

9300 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 104
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
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599 INLAND CTR STE 105 19.2 miles

599 INLAND CTR STE 105
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
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3975 JACKSON ST. STE 104 19.2 miles

3975 JACKSON ST. STE 104
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
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9041 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 107B 19.2 miles

9041 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 107B
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
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3865 JACKSON ST 19.3 miles

3865 JACKSON ST
RIVERSIDE, CA 92503
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41949 BIG BEAR BLVD 19.8 miles

41949 BIG BEAR BLVD
BIG BEAR LAKE, CA 92315
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42002 FOX FARM RD 20.0 miles

42002 FOX FARM RD
BIG BEAR LAKE, CA 92315
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41870 GARSTIN DR 20.0 miles

41870 GARSTIN DR
BIG BEAR LAKE, CA 92315
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7777 MILLIKEN AVE STE A 20.0 miles

7777 MILLIKEN AVE STE A
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
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264 N HIGHLAND SPRINGS AVE STE 5 20.3 miles

264 N HIGHLAND SPRINGS AVE STE 5
BANNING, CA 92220
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9405 FAIRWAY VIEW PL 20.3 miles

9405 FAIRWAY VIEW PL
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
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4325 E GUASTI RD
ONTARIO, CA 91761
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59 S MILLIKEN AVE STE 100 20.5 miles

59 S MILLIKEN AVE STE 100
ONTARIO, CA 91761
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10841 WHITE OAK AVE 20.5 miles

10841 WHITE OAK AVE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
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402 S MILLIKEN AVE STE E2 20.6 miles

402 S MILLIKEN AVE STE E2
ONTARIO, CA 91761
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1101 S MILLIKEN AVE STE C
ONTARIO, CA 91761
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10801 FOOTHILL BLVD, STE 105 20.7 miles

10801 FOOTHILL BLVD, STE 105
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
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10800 MAGNOLIA AVE MOB 1, 4TH FL, 4J 21.0 miles

10800 MAGNOLIA AVE MOB 1, 4TH FL, 4J
RIVERSIDE, CA 92505
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4045 E GUASTI RD STE 215 21.1 miles

4045 E GUASTI RD STE 215
ONTARIO, CA 91761
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8805 HAVEN AVE STE 100 21.2 miles

8805 HAVEN AVE STE 100
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
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9695 BASELINE RD 21.6 miles

9695 BASELINE RD
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
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2226 MEDICAL CENTER DR Ste 101 21.7 miles

2226 MEDICAL CENTER DR Ste 101
PERRIS, CA 92571
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3200 INLAND EMPIRE BLVD STE 100 21.7 miles

3200 INLAND EMPIRE BLVD STE 100
ONTARIO, CA 91764
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2224 MEDICAL CENTER DR 21.8 miles

2224 MEDICAL CENTER DR
PERRIS, CA 92571
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3550 E PHILADELPHIA ST STE 150 21.9 miles

3550 E PHILADELPHIA ST STE 150
ONTARIO, CA 91761
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4234 Riverwalk Parkway Suite 200 21.9 miles

4234 Riverwalk Parkway Suite 200
Riverside, CA 92505
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2920 Inland Empire Blvd Ste 108 22.1 miles

2920 Inland Empire Blvd Ste 108
Ontario, CA 91764
Categories: Ontario CA

12821 Main St Ste 140 22.9 miles

12821 Main St Ste 140
Hesperia, CA 92345
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8408 THOROUGHBRED ST 23.8 miles

8408 THOROUGHBRED ST
ALTA LOMA, CA 91701
Categories: ALTA LOMA CA

11919 HESPERIA RD STE C 23.9 miles

11919 HESPERIA RD STE C
HESPERIA, CA 92345
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8283 Grove Ave Ste 204, 24.0 miles

8283 Grove Ave Ste 204,
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Categories: Rancho Cucamonga CA

1310 SAN BERNARDINO RD STE 107 24.4 miles

1310 SAN BERNARDINO RD STE 107
UPLAND, CA 91786
Categories: UPLAND CA

12402 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE B6 24.5 miles

12402 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE B6
VICTORVILLE, CA 92395
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12401 HESPERIA RD STE 9 24.5 miles

12401 HESPERIA RD STE 9
VICTORVILLE, CA 92395
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12408 HESPERIA RD 24.5 miles

12408 HESPERIA RD
VICTORVILLE, CA 92395
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12424 HESPERIA RD, STE 5 24.6 miles

12424 HESPERIA RD, STE 5
VICTORVILLE, CA 92395
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999 San Bernardino Rd 24.6 miles

999 San Bernardino Rd
Upland, CA 91786
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15791 BEAR VALLEY RD 24.9 miles

15791 BEAR VALLEY RD
HESPERIA, CA 92345
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2171 S GROVE AVE STE A 24.9 miles

2171 S GROVE AVE STE A
ONTARIO, CA 91761
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DOT Physical Highland, CA

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 Highland, CA

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DOT Drug Testing Highland, CA

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Highland, CA location or DOT Drug Test Highland, CA 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: Highland, California

Highland is a city in San Bernardino County, California, United States. The population in 2010 (US Census) was 53,104, up from 44,605 at the 2000 census. The term Highland also refers to a geographical area of the city of San Bernardino (generally east of Del Rosa Avenue to the eastern city limits), and parts of unincorporated San Bernardino County. Highland is generally divided into two regions, East Highland and Highland (Generally considered west of the 210, with the majority of inhabitants living east of the freeway.)

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 18.9 square miles (48.9 km²). 18.8 square miles (48.6 km²) of it is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km²) of it (0.71%) is water.

The 2010 United States Census reported that Highland had a population of 53,104. The population density was 2,811.3 people per square mile (1,085.4/km²). The racial makeup of Highland was 27,836 (52.4%) White (30.8% Non-Hispanic White), 5,887 (11.1%) African American, 542 (1.0%) Native American, 3,954 (7.4%) Asian, 168 (0.3%) Pacific Islander, 11,826 (22.3%) from other races, and 2,891 (5.4%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 25,556 persons (48.1%).

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 55,342 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +24.1%

Population (male): 27,281

Population (female): 28,061

Median Age: 32.9 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Highland: 81.6 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (8.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 20.5% for Black residents, 26.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 35.8% for American Indian residents, 3.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 34.5% for other race residents, 15.4% for two or more races residents)

Land Area: 13.6 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $58,278 (it was $41,230 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $24,189 (it was $16,039 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $336,274 (it was $122,200 in 2000) Highland:$336,274CA:$509,400

Races:
      Hispanic - 29,256 - 52.6%
      White alone - 14,665 - 26.4%
      Asian alone - 5,228 - 9.4%
      Black alone - 4,407 - 7.9%
      Two or more races - 1,269 - 2.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 563 - 1.0%
      American Indian alone - 262 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 95 - 0.2%

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