Kennett Square, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 3,055

Median Age: 35.8 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,017.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Kennett Square: 102.8 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 11.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (5.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.2% for Black residents, 16.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 13.7% for other race residents, 14.3% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Pennsylvania and other state lists, there were 11 registered sex offenders living in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Kennett Square is 563 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in

Elevation: 310 feet

Land Area: 1.13 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 19348

Races:
      Hispanic - 2,963 - 48.8%
      White alone - 2,596 - 42.8%
      Black alone - 400 - 6.6%
      Two or more races - 57 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 48 - 0.8%
      American Indian alone - 7 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.02%

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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 Kennett Square, PA

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Kennett Square, PA 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 Kennett Square, PA 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.

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830 W CYPRESS ST 1.1 miles

830 W CYPRESS ST
KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348
Categories: KENNETT SQUARE PA

School House Rd & Route 1, 132 Onix Drive 1.6 miles

School House Rd & Route 1, 132 Onix Drive
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Categories: Kennett Square PA

202 LANTANA DR 4.9 miles

202 LANTANA DR
HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
Categories: HOCKESSIN DE

5311 Limestone Rd, Suite 202 7.1 miles

5311 Limestone Rd, Suite 202
Wilmington, DE 19808
Categories: Wilmington DE

3105 LIMESTONE RD STE 105 8.1 miles

3105 LIMESTONE RD STE 105
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

3926 KIRKWOOD HWY 8.8 miles

3926 KIRKWOOD HWY
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

3600 SILVERSIDE RD STE B 9.1 miles

3600 SILVERSIDE RD STE B
WILMINGTON, DE 19810
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

2722 CONCORD PIKE 9.2 miles

2722 CONCORD PIKE
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

1941 LIMESTONE RD STE 109 9.3 miles

1941 LIMESTONE RD STE 109
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

1011 Baltimore Pike,, Suite 112 9.6 miles

1011 Baltimore Pike,, Suite 112
West Grove, PA 19390
Categories: West Grove PA

2123 CONCORD PIKE 9.6 miles

2123 CONCORD PIKE
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

510 E Gay Street 10.1 miles

510 E Gay Street
West Chester, PA 19382
Categories: West Chester PA

Delaware Ave & Clayton St, Trolley Square, Suites 3b-4b 10.1 miles

Delaware Ave & Clayton St, Trolley Square, Suites 3b-4b
Wilmington, DE 19806
Categories: Wilmington DE

600 E Marshall St, 10.4 miles

600 E Marshall St,
West Chester, PA 19380
Categories: West Chester PA

1403 Foulk Rd Ste 103, 10.4 miles

1403 Foulk Rd Ste 103,
Wilmington, DE 19803
Categories: Wilmington DE

606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105 10.4 miles

606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
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3301 E Lincoln Hwy, 10.5 miles

3301 E Lincoln Hwy,
Thorndale, PA 19372
Categories: Thorndale PA

736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9 10.5 miles

736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9
Concordville, PA 19331
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A98 100 Omega Drive, 10.8 miles

A98 100 Omega Drive,
Newark, DE 19713
Categories: Newark DE

15 OMEGA DR BLDG K 11.0 miles

15 OMEGA DR BLDG K
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

99 MANOR AVE STE 2 11.0 miles

99 MANOR AVE STE 2
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
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914 JUSTISON ST 11.0 miles

914 JUSTISON ST
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

308 E Lancaster Ave, 11.1 miles

308 E Lancaster Ave,
Downingtown, PA 19335
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915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3 11.2 miles

915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
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150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140 11.2 miles

150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
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244 W LINCOLN HWY 11.2 miles

244 W LINCOLN HWY
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
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4110 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 11.3 miles

4110 OGLETOWN STANTON RD
NEWARK, DE 19713
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4623 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 100 11.3 miles

4623 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 100
NEWARK, DE 19713
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314 E MAIN ST STE 105 11.3 miles

314 E MAIN ST STE 105
NEWARK, DE 19711
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249 E Main Street, 11.4 miles

249 E Main Street,
Newark, DE 19711
Categories: Newark DE

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD 11.5 miles

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD
COCHRANVILLE, PA 19330
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4051 OGLETOWN RD STE 102 11.6 miles

4051 OGLETOWN RD STE 102
NEWARK, DE 19713
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201 REECEVILLE RD 11.9 miles

201 REECEVILLE RD
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
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1502 W Chester Pike, 12.7 miles

1502 W Chester Pike,
West Chester, PA 19382
Categories: West Chester PA

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257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
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1C CHESTNUT HILL PLZ 12.8 miles

1C CHESTNUT HILL PLZ
NEWARK, DE 19713
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102 Schubert Dr 12.8 miles

102 Schubert Dr
Downingtown, PA 19335
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129 N DUPONT HWY 13.3 miles

129 N DUPONT HWY
NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
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1235 Horseshoe Pike, 13.4 miles

1235 Horseshoe Pike,
Downingtown, PA 19335
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183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente 13.6 miles

183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente
Exton, PA 19341
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525 E Basin Rd, 13.7 miles

525 E Basin Rd,
New Castle, DE 19720
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212 CHERRY LN 13.8 miles

212 CHERRY LN
NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
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625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE 14.7 miles

625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE
EXTON, PA 19341
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950 Octorara Trail 14.7 miles

950 Octorara Trail
Parkesburg, PA 19365
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80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N 14.7 miles

80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N
EXTON, PA 19341
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80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102, 14.7 miles

80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102,
Exton, PA 19341
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80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005 14.8 miles

80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005
EXTON, PA 19341
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1167A W Baltimore Pike, 15.2 miles

1167A W Baltimore Pike,
Media, PA 19063
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309 Lancaster Avenue, 15.9 miles

309 Lancaster Avenue,
Frazer, PA 19355
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1 E BEACON LIGHT LN 15.9 miles

1 E BEACON LIGHT LN
CHESTER, PA 19013
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181 N Broadway, 16.5 miles

181 N Broadway,
Pennsville, NJ 8070
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300 Biddle Ave Ste 202, 17.1 miles

300 Biddle Ave Ste 202,
Newark, DE 19702
Categories: Newark DE

2600 Glasgow Avenue, Suite 214 17.2 miles

2600 Glasgow Avenue, Suite 214
Newark, DE 19702
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9 CARROLL AVE 17.7 miles

9 CARROLL AVE
PENNSVILLE, NJ 8070
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15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101 17.7 miles

15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101
Paoli, PA 19301
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123 Singerly Avenue, 17.7 miles

123 Singerly Avenue,
Elkton, MD 21921
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106 BOW ST 17.7 miles

106 BOW ST
ELKTON, MD 21921
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11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 17.9 miles

11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
PAOLI, PA 19301
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3574 West Chester Pike, 19.2 miles

3574 West Chester Pike,
Newtown Square, PA 19073
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510 HERON DR STE 108 19.3 miles

510 HERON DR STE 108
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
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510 HERON DR STE 114 19.3 miles

510 HERON DR STE 114
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
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5275 LINCOLN HWY 19.5 miles

5275 LINCOLN HWY
GAP, PA 17527
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836 HOUSTON RUN DR STE 201 19.8 miles

836 HOUSTON RUN DR STE 201
GAP, PA 17527
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920 W SPROUL RD STE 110 19.9 miles

920 W SPROUL RD STE 110
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
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196 W SPROUL RD STE 110 19.9 miles

196 W SPROUL RD STE 110
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
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501 W MacDade Boulevard, 20.0 miles

501 W MacDade Boulevard,
Folsom, PA 19033
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Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112 20.1 miles

Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112
Springfield, PA 19064
Categories: Springfield PA

213 MORTON AVE 20.4 miles

213 MORTON AVE
FOLSOM, PA 19033
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131 S State Rd 20.4 miles

131 S State Rd
Springfield, PA 19064
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2000 SPROUL RD STE 102 20.4 miles

2000 SPROUL RD STE 102
BROOMALL, PA 19008
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104 E CECIL AVE 20.9 miles

104 E CECIL AVE
NORTH EAST, MD 21901
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8 MORTON AVE STE 206 20.9 miles

8 MORTON AVE STE 206
RIDLEY PARK, PA 19078
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1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD 21.0 miles

1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD
BERWYN, PA 19312
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444 BALTIMORE PIKE 21.3 miles

444 BALTIMORE PIKE
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
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545 BECKETT RD STE 103 B 21.4 miles

545 BECKETT RD STE 103 B
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
Categories: SWEDESBORO NJ

103 BALTIMORE PIKE 21.7 miles

103 BALTIMORE PIKE
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
Categories: SPRINGFIELD PA

Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735 21.9 miles

Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Categories: Phoenixville PA

2010 W Chester Pike, 21.9 miles

2010 W Chester Pike,
Havertown, PA 19083
Categories: Havertown PA

450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center 22.2 miles

450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Categories: Phoenixville PA

45 S PINE ST 22.2 miles

45 S PINE ST
ELVERSON, PA 19520
Categories: ELVERSON PA

1 CRESCENT DR STE 100 22.3 miles

1 CRESCENT DR STE 100
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19112
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

1305 W CHESTER PIKE 22.5 miles

1305 W CHESTER PIKE
HAVERTOWN, PA 19083
Categories: HAVERTOWN PA

90 N MacDade BLVD, 22.7 miles

90 N MacDade BLVD,
GLENOLDEN, PA 19036
Categories: GLENOLDEN PA

250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD 23.5 miles

250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD
RADNOR, PA 19087
Categories: RADNOR PA

1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004 24.2 miles

1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004
DARBY, PA 19023
Categories: DARBY PA

407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109 24.3 miles

407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1 24.7 miles

100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19113
Categories: PHILADELPHIA PA

107 Town Center Road 25.0 miles

107 Town Center Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
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DOT Physical Kennett Square, PA

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.

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DOT Drug Testing Kennett Square, PA

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Kennett Square, PA location or DOT Drug Test Kennett Square, PA 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: Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Kennett Square is a borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is known as the Mushroom Capital of the World because mushroom farming in the region produces over a million pounds of mushrooms a year, totaling half of the United States mushroom crop. To celebrate this heritage, Kennett Square has an annual Mushroom Festival, where the town shuts down to have a parade, tour mushroom farms, and buy and sell food and other goods. It is also home to the corporate headquarters of Genesis HealthCare which administers elderly care facilities. The local high school is Kennett High School. Its population was 6,072 at the 2010 census.

The area to become known as Kennett Square was originally inhabited by the Lenape Native Americans. The town was originally called Kennet Square, with the name "Kennet", England, and "Square" coming from the original land grant from William Penn of one square mile. General Sir William Howe marched through Kennett to the Battle of Brandywine during the American Revolution. It was also known as an important part of the Underground Railroad, which helped slaves escaping to the North for freedom. Many of its prominent citizens helped slaves escape on the Underground Railroad. In 1853, a group asked for Kennett Square to be incorporated, and by 1855 it held elections.

Kennett Square's founder is credited with introducing mushroom growing to the area. He grew carnations, a popular local commodity around 1885, and wanted to make use of the wasted space under the elevated beds. He imported spawn from Europe and started experimenting with mushroom cultivation.

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Population (male): 3,055

Median Age: 35.8 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,017.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Kennett Square: 102.8 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 11.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (5.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.2% for Black residents, 16.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 13.7% for other race residents, 14.3% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Pennsylvania and other state lists, there were 11 registered sex offenders living in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Kennett Square is 563 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in

Elevation: 310 feet

Land Area: 1.13 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 19348

Races:
      Hispanic - 2,963 - 48.8%
      White alone - 2,596 - 42.8%
      Black alone - 400 - 6.6%
      Two or more races - 57 - 0.9%
      Asian alone - 48 - 0.8%
      American Indian alone - 7 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.02%

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