Independence, OH Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 7,124 (93% urban, 7% rural). >Population change since 2000: +0.2%

Population (male): 3,549

Median Age: 46.6 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Independence: 96.0 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (2.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 8.3% for Black residents, 19.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Ohio and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Independence, Ohio as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Independence is 3,531 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much l

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 44131

Races:
      White alone - 6,833 - 95.8%
      Asian alone - 135 - 1.9%
      Hispanic - 77 - 1.1%
      Two or more races - 47 - 0.7%
      Black alone - 30 - 0.4%
      Other race alone - 8 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.04%

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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 Independence, OH

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Independence, OH 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 Independence, OH 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.

4400 ROCKSIDE RD 2.5 miles

4400 ROCKSIDE RD
INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131
Categories: INDEPENDENCE OH

1400 W Pleasant Valley Rd 2.7 miles

1400 W Pleasant Valley Rd
Parma, OH 44134
Categories: Parma OH

5595 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 220 3.0 miles

5595 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 220
GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OH 44125
Categories: GARFIELD HEIGHTS OH

5350 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 3 3.0 miles

5350 TRANSPORTATION BLVD STE 3
GARFIELD HEIGHTS, OH 44125
Categories: GARFIELD HEIGHTS OH

826 E SCHAAF RD 3.7 miles

826 E SCHAAF RD
BROOKLYN HTS, OH 44131
Categories: BROOKLYN HTS OH

863 W AURORA RD STE A 4.8 miles

863 W AURORA RD STE A
SAGAMORE HILLS, OH 44067
Categories: SAGAMORE HILLS OH

4660 HINCKLEY INDUSTRIAL PKWY 5.1 miles

4660 HINCKLEY INDUSTRIAL PKWY
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Categories: CLEVELAND OH

6789 RIDGE RD STE 210 5.1 miles

6789 RIDGE RD STE 210
PARMA, OH 44129
Categories: PARMA OH

11443 State Rd 5.3 miles

11443 State Rd
North Royalton, OH 44133
Categories: North Royalton OH

7451 West Ridgewood Drive, 5.4 miles

7451 West Ridgewood Drive,
Parma, OH 44129
Categories: Parma OH

5793 RIDGE RD 5.6 miles

5793 RIDGE RD
PARMA, OH 44129
Categories: PARMA OH

6907 BROOKPARK RD 5.9 miles

6907 BROOKPARK RD
PARMA, OH 44129
Categories: PARMA OH

4269 PEARL RD STE 102 6.0 miles

4269 PEARL RD STE 102
CLEVELAND, OH 44109
Categories: CLEVELAND OH

6935 TREELINE DR STE J 6.2 miles

6935 TREELINE DR STE J
BRECKSVILLE, OH 44141
Categories: BRECKSVILLE OH

7730 FIRST PL STE D 6.6 miles

7730 FIRST PL STE D
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH 44146
Categories: OAKWOOD VILLAGE OH

7580 NORTHCLIFF AVE 6.6 miles

7580 NORTHCLIFF AVE
BROOKLYN, OH 44144
Categories: BROOKLYN OH

7155 PEARL RD STE 201 8.4 miles

7155 PEARL RD STE 201
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OH 44130
Categories: MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS OH

3461 WARRENSVILLE CENTER RD STE 203 8.5 miles

3461 WARRENSVILLE CENTER RD STE 203
SHAKER HEIGHTS, OH 44122
Categories: SHAKER HEIGHTS OH

4100 W 105th St 8.5 miles

4100 W 105th St
CLEVELAND, OH 44135
Categories: CLEVELAND OH

4635 RICHMOND RD STE 103 8.6 miles

4635 RICHMOND RD STE 103
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH 44128
Categories: WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS OH

30455 SOLON RD 9.2 miles

30455 SOLON RD
SOLON, OH 44139
Categories: SOLON OH

3999 RICHMOND RD 9.2 miles

3999 RICHMOND RD
BEACHWOOD, OH 44122
Categories: BEACHWOOD OH

14519 DETROIT AVE 9.2 miles

14519 DETROIT AVE
LAKEWOOD, OH 44107
Categories: LAKEWOOD OH

9500 EUCLID AVE 9.4 miles

9500 EUCLID AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44195
Categories: CLEVELAND OH

100 Auburn Dr Ste 110 9.6 miles

100 Auburn Dr Ste 110
BEACHWOOD, OH 44122
Categories: BEACHWOOD OH

18660 Bagley Road, Building 2 Suite 305 10.1 miles

18660 Bagley Road, Building 2 Suite 305
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Categories: Middleburg Heights OH

18697 BAGLEY RD 10.1 miles

18697 BAGLEY RD
CLEVELAND, OH 44130
Categories: CLEVELAND OH

4450 SAINT CLAIR AVE 10.4 miles

4450 SAINT CLAIR AVE
CLEVELAND, OH 44103
Categories: CLEVELAND OH

33790 Bainbridge Road, 10.4 miles

33790 Bainbridge Road,
Solon, OH 44139
Categories: Solon OH

13916 CEDAR RD 10.5 miles

13916 CEDAR RD
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, OH 44118
Categories: UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS OH

1163 East 40th Street 10.6 miles

1163 East 40th Street
CLEVELAND, OH 44114
Categories: CLEVELAND OH

5500 S MARGINAL RD 11.1 miles

5500 S MARGINAL RD
CLEVELAND, OH 44103
Categories: CLEVELAND OH

5 SEVERANCE CIRCLE, STE 210 11.2 miles

5 SEVERANCE CIRCLE, STE 210
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OH 44118
Categories: CLEVELAND HEIGHTS OH

18181 PEARL RD 11.7 miles

18181 PEARL RD
STRONGSVILLE, OH 44136
Categories: STRONGSVILLE OH

2451 Edison Blvd, 11.8 miles

2451 Edison Blvd,
Twinsburg, OH 44087
Categories: Twinsburg OH

20455 Lorain Road, Suite T 02 12.1 miles

20455 Lorain Road, Suite T 02
Fairview Park, OH 44126
Categories: Fairview Park OH

4425 MAYFIELD RD STE 2 12.1 miles

4425 MAYFIELD RD STE 2
SOUTH EUCLID, OH 44121
Categories: SOUTH EUCLID OH

5187 MAYFIELD RD STE 20 12.9 miles

5187 MAYFIELD RD STE 20
LYNDHURST, OH 44124
Categories: LYNDHURST OH

19895 DETROIT RD 13.0 miles

19895 DETROIT RD
ROCKY RIVER, OH 44116
Categories: ROCKY RIVER OH

3724 CENTER RD 13.1 miles

3724 CENTER RD
BRUNSWICK, OH 44212
Categories: BRUNSWICK OH

25757 LORAIN RD 14.4 miles

25757 LORAIN RD
NORTH OLMSTED, OH 44070
Categories: NORTH OLMSTED OH

1900 23RD ST PO BOX 67069 14.8 miles

1900 23RD ST PO BOX 67069
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44223
Categories: CUYAHOGA FALLS OH

24461 DETROIT RD STE 350 14.9 miles

24461 DETROIT RD STE 350
WESTLAKE, OH 44145
Categories: WESTLAKE OH

605 North Cleveland Massillon, 15.0 miles

605 North Cleveland Massillon,
Akron, OH 44333
Categories: Akron OH

17747 CHILLICOTHE RD STE 100 15.5 miles

17747 CHILLICOTHE RD STE 100
CHAGRIN FALLS, OH 44023
Categories: CHAGRIN FALLS OH

150 SPRINGSIDE DR STE 225B 15.8 miles

150 SPRINGSIDE DR STE 225B
AKRON, OH 44333
Categories: AKRON OH

3975 EMBASSY PKWY STE 003 15.8 miles

3975 EMBASSY PKWY STE 003
AKRON, OH 44333
Categories: AKRON OH

3900 Medina Road, 16.1 miles

3900 Medina Road,
Akron, OH 44333
Categories: Akron OH

4476 DARROW RD 16.2 miles

4476 DARROW RD
STOW, OH 44224
Categories: STOW OH

18901 LAKE SHORE BLVD 3RD FL 16.5 miles

18901 LAKE SHORE BLVD 3RD FL
EUCLID, OH 44119
Categories: EUCLID OH

2820 W MARKET ST STE 220 16.9 miles

2820 W MARKET ST STE 220
FAIRLAWN, OH 44333
Categories: FAIRLAWN OH

3913 Darrow Rd 17.0 miles

3913 Darrow Rd
Stow, OH 44224
Categories: Stow OH

9318 STATE ROUTE 14 17.4 miles

9318 STATE ROUTE 14
STREETSBORO, OH 44241
Categories: STREETSBORO OH

654 PORTAGE TRL 17.6 miles

654 PORTAGE TRL
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44221
Categories: CUYAHOGA FALLS OH

111 STOW AVE STE 106 17.9 miles

111 STOW AVE STE 106
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

462 Howe Avenue, The Plaza at Chapel Hill 18.0 miles

462 Howe Avenue, The Plaza at Chapel Hill
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

35040 CHARDON RD STE G300 18.2 miles

35040 CHARDON RD STE G300
WILLOUGHBY, OH 44094
Categories: WILLOUGHBY OH

5010 GRANDE BLVD UNIT J1 18.4 miles

5010 GRANDE BLVD UNIT J1
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

5155 BUEHLERS DR 18.6 miles

5155 BUEHLERS DR
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

1 PARK WEST BLVD STE 290 18.6 miles

1 PARK WEST BLVD STE 290
AKRON, OH 44320
Categories: AKRON OH

1860 State Rd Ste C 18.9 miles

1860 State Rd Ste C
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44310
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

735 N COURT ST 19.3 miles

735 N COURT ST
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

331 REGATTA DR 19.6 miles

331 REGATTA DR
AVON LAKE, OH 44012
Categories: AVON LAKE OH

1000 E WASHINGTON ST MAIN ENTRANCE, 1ST FLOOR 19.6 miles

1000 E WASHINGTON ST MAIN ENTRANCE, 1ST FLOOR
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

30841 EUCLID AVE 20.0 miles

30841 EUCLID AVE
WILLOUGHBY, OH 44094
Categories: WILLOUGHBY OH

29804 LAKE SHORE BLVD 20.1 miles

29804 LAKE SHORE BLVD
WILLOWICK, OH 44095
Categories: WILLOWICK OH

224 WEST AVE 20.7 miles

224 WEST AVE
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
Categories: TALLMADGE OH

2100 CENTER RD STE 1 20.8 miles

2100 CENTER RD STE 1
AVON, OH 44011
Categories: AVON OH

400 WABASH AVE 20.8 miles

400 WABASH AVE
AKRON, OH 44307
Categories: AKRON OH

174 CURRIE HALL PKWY 21.6 miles

174 CURRIE HALL PKWY
KENT, OH 44240
Categories: KENT OH

39000 CENTER RIDGE RD 21.9 miles

39000 CENTER RIDGE RD
NORTH RIDGEVILLE, OH 44039
Categories: NORTH RIDGEVILLE OH

39263 Center Ridge Rd 22.2 miles

39263 Center Ridge Rd
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Categories: North Ridgeville OH

3900 BEN HUR AVE 22.2 miles

3900 BEN HUR AVE
WILLOUGHBY, OH 44094
Categories: WILLOUGHBY OH

1450 FIRESTONE PKWY 22.9 miles

1450 FIRESTONE PKWY
AKRON, OH 44301
Categories: AKRON OH

1260 ABBE RD N 23.0 miles

1260 ABBE RD N
ELYRIA, OH 44035
Categories: ELYRIA OH

418 E BROAD ST 23.4 miles

418 E BROAD ST
ELYRIA, OH 44035
Categories: ELYRIA OH

1265 TRIPLETT BLVD 24.0 miles

1265 TRIPLETT BLVD
AKRON, OH 44306
Categories: AKRON OH

1685 SOUTHEAST AVE 24.2 miles

1685 SOUTHEAST AVE
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
Categories: TALLMADGE OH

6847 N CHESTNUT ST 24.3 miles

6847 N CHESTNUT ST
RAVENNA, OH 44266
Categories: RAVENNA OH

195 Wadsworth Rd 24.4 miles

195 Wadsworth Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
Categories: Wadsworth OH

191 WADSWORTH RD 24.4 miles

191 WADSWORTH RD
WADSWORTH, OH 44281
Categories: WADSWORTH OH

7956 TYLER BLVD 24.4 miles

7956 TYLER BLVD
MENTOR, OH 44060
Categories: MENTOR OH

155 5th St NE 24.6 miles

155 5th St NE
Barberton, OH 44203
Categories: Barberton OH

696 CANTON RD 24.9 miles

696 CANTON RD
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

101 5TH ST SE STE J 24.9 miles

101 5TH ST SE STE J
BARBERTON, OH 44203
Categories: BARBERTON OH

13221 RAVENNA RD STE 9 25.0 miles

13221 RAVENNA RD STE 9
CHARDON, OH 44024
Categories: CHARDON OH

13221 Ravenna Road, Suite 10 25.0 miles

13221 Ravenna Road, Suite 10
Chardon, OH 44024
Categories: Chardon OH

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DOT Physical Independence, OH

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 Independence, OH

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Independence, OH

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Independence, OH location or DOT Drug Test Independence, OH 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: Independence, Ohio

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.64 square miles (24.97 km2), of which 9.54 square miles (24.71 km2) is land and 0.10 square miles (0.26 km2) is water.

Much of the land area in Independence is used by the intersection of I-480 and I-77. The I-77/I-480 interchange is a four-level stack interchange, but locals often refer to as the cloverleaf, as it largely replaced a nearby interchange of that type. The larger interchange opened in 1940, but construction of the Willow Freeway, which became I-77, was stalled by World War II and was not completed until the 1950s. In the late 1970s, I-480 connected into I-77. The original 1939 cloverleaf is still in existence on Granger and Brecksville Roads. It is still in use today, generally for local traffic.

As of the census of 2010, there were 7,133 people, 2,770 households, and 2,054 families residing in the city. The population density was 747.7 inhabitants per square mile (288.7/km2). There were 2,868 housing units at an average density of 300.6 per square mile (116.1/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 96.6% White, 0.4% African American, 0.1% Native American, 1.9% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.1% of the population.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 7,124 (93% urban, 7% rural). >Population change since 2000: +0.2%

Population (male): 3,549

Median Age: 46.6 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Independence: 96.0 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (2.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 8.3% for Black residents, 19.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Ohio and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Independence, Ohio as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Independence is 3,531 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much l

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 44131

Races:
      White alone - 6,833 - 95.8%
      Asian alone - 135 - 1.9%
      Hispanic - 77 - 1.1%
      Two or more races - 47 - 0.7%
      Black alone - 30 - 0.4%
      Other race alone - 8 - 0.1%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.04%

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