North Andover, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 14,817

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in North Andover: 151.0 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall):

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (30.4%), Italian (19.8%), English (16.4%), German (8.3%), French (7.8%), Polish (4.5%).

Land Area: 26.7 square miles.

Zip Codes: 01845

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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 North Andover, MA

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in North Andover, MA 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 North Andover, MA 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.

138 Haverhill St, 1.2 miles

138 Haverhill St,
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

P.O. Box 546 1.5 miles

P.O. Box 546
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

200 SUTTON ST STE 135 3.4 miles

200 SUTTON ST STE 135
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
Categories: NORTH ANDOVER MA

1 GENERAL ST 3.5 miles

1 GENERAL ST
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
Categories: LAWRENCE MA

60 EAST ST STE 1400 5.0 miles

60 EAST ST STE 1400
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

1 Branch St, 5.1 miles

1 Branch St,
Methuen, MA 1844
Categories: Methuen MA

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 6.2 miles

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 6.2 miles

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

345 MAIN ST 6.8 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

66B CONCORD ST 6.8 miles

66B CONCORD ST
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
Categories: WILMINGTON MA

700 Rogers Street, 7.5 miles

700 Rogers Street,
Lowell, MA 1854
Categories: Lowell MA

1 HOSPITAL DR 8.4 miles

1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA 1852
Categories: LOWELL MA

215 SUMMER ST STE 14 8.8 miles

215 SUMMER ST STE 14
HAVERHILL, MA 1830
Categories: HAVERHILL MA

296 Main Street 9.0 miles

296 Main Street
Haverhill, MA 1830
Categories: Haverhill MA

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 9.4 miles

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1,
Billerica, MA 1862
Categories: Billerica MA

289 Main St, 9.6 miles

289 Main St,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

31 STILES RD STE 1300 9.7 miles

31 STILES RD STE 1300
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 9.7 miles

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

17 MAIN ST APT 2A 9.8 miles

17 MAIN ST APT 2A
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
Categories: WAKEFIELD MA

510 BOSTON RD 9.9 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 9.9 miles

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

194 NORTH ST 9.9 miles

194 NORTH ST
DANVERS, MA 1923
Categories: DANVERS MA

159 N BROADWAY 9.9 miles

159 N BROADWAY
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

48 HAMILTON AVE 10.4 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

16 Main Street 11.0 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 11.1 miles

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 11.1 miles

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400
Woburn, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn MA

On-site only 11.4 miles

On-site only
Wakefield, MA 1880
Categories: Wakefield MA

39 Village Square, 11.6 miles

39 Village Square,
Chelmsford, MA 1824
Categories: Chelmsford MA

POH on-site only 11.8 miles

POH on-site only
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

Onsite Only 11.8 miles

Onsite Only
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn Ma MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 11.8 miles

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
Categories: NORTH CHELMSFORD MA

49 RANGE RD STE 101 12.0 miles

49 RANGE RD STE 101
WINDHAM, NH 3087
Categories: WINDHAM NH

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 12.1 miles

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL
PEABODY, MA 1960
Categories: PEABODY MA

140 Commonwealth Ave, 12.2 miles

140 Commonwealth Ave,
Danvers, MA 1923
Categories: Danvers MA

52 BOW ST 12.3 miles

52 BOW ST
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

229 Andover Street 12.3 miles

229 Andover Street
Peabody, MA 1960
Categories: Peabody MA

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 12.9 miles

ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

371 BROADWAY 13.1 miles

371 BROADWAY
SAUGUS, MA 1906
Categories: SAUGUS MA

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 13.1 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

271 WESTERN AVE STE102 14.2 miles

271 WESTERN AVE STE102
LYNN, MA 1904
Categories: LYNN MA

58 BEDFORD ST 14.9 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

35 BEDFORD ST 14.9 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

20 S BORDER RD 15.9 miles

20 S BORDER RD
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 15.9 miles

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

219 CENTRE ST 16.4 miles

219 CENTRE ST
MALDEN, MA 2148
Categories: MALDEN MA

92 HIGH ST 16.6 miles

92 HIGH ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

37 MANNING ST 16.7 miles

37 MANNING ST
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

24 MORRILL PL 16.8 miles

24 MORRILL PL
AMESBURY, MA 1913
Categories: AMESBURY MA

300 Main St, 17.6 miles

300 Main St,
Nashua, NH 3060
Categories: Nashua NH

101 STATION LNDG 17.8 miles

101 STATION LNDG
MEDFORD, MA 2155
Categories: MEDFORD MA

50 NASHUA RD STE 301 17.9 miles

50 NASHUA RD STE 301
LONDONDERRY, NH 3053
Categories: LONDONDERRY NH

8 AUBURN ST 18.4 miles

8 AUBURN ST
NASHUA, NH 3064
Categories: NASHUA NH

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 18.5 miles

725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

166 KINSLEY ST STE 203 18.6 miles

166 KINSLEY ST STE 203
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

5 MIDDLESEX AVE 18.6 miles

5 MIDDLESEX AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2 18.7 miles

60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2
DERRY, NH 3038
Categories: DERRY NH

601 Concord Ave 18.7 miles

601 Concord Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
Categories: Cambridge MA

10 CAMBRIA ST 18.8 miles

10 CAMBRIA ST
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

16 WESTWOOD RD 18.8 miles

16 WESTWOOD RD
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
Categories: SOMERVILLE MA

41 CARLETON RD 19.0 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

14A BROAD ST 19.1 miles

14A BROAD ST
NASHUA, NH 3064
Categories: NASHUA NH

12 EVERETT ST 19.3 miles

12 EVERETT ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202 19.5 miles

17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202
NASHUA, NH 3062
Categories: NASHUA NH

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 19.7 miles

1493 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 19.8 miles

1400 CAMBRIDGE ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
Categories: CAMBRIDGE MA

156 SAINT ANDREW RD 20.3 miles

156 SAINT ANDREW RD
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

114 WESTERN AVE 20.4 miles

114 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

124 WESTERN AVE 20.4 miles

124 WESTERN AVE
ALLSTON, MA 2134
Categories: ALLSTON MA

1030 MAIN ST 20.4 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

1 HARBORSIDE DR 20.4 miles

1 HARBORSIDE DR
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
Categories: EAST BOSTON MA

376 Arsenal Street 20.4 miles

376 Arsenal Street
Watertown, MA 2472
Categories: Watertown MA

Onsite Only #1 20.5 miles

Onsite Only #1
Cambridge, MA 2139
Categories: Cambridge MA

52 CREST AVE STE 7A 20.7 miles

52 CREST AVE STE 7A
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 20.7 miles

98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107
BOSTON, MA 2114
Categories: BOSTON MA

9 HOPE AVE 20.7 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

70 HOPE AVE APT 409 20.8 miles

70 HOPE AVE APT 409
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

101 ARCH ST STE 20 21.3 miles

101 ARCH ST STE 20
BOSTON, MA 2110
Categories: BOSTON MA

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 21.3 miles

736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL
BRIGHTON, MA 2135
Categories: BRIGHTON MA

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2 21.4 miles

9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2
WINTHROP, MA 2152
Categories: WINTHROP MA

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 21.4 miles

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200
Waltham, MA 2453
Categories: Waltham MA

358 HARVARD ST 21.7 miles

358 HARVARD ST
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
Categories: BROOKLINE MA

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 21.7 miles

1180 Beacon St Ste 1D,
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 21.7 miles

1101 Beacon St, 1st floor
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1285 Beacon St 21.8 miles

1285 Beacon St
Brookline, MA 2446
Categories: Brookline MA

1 MARINA PARK DR. 21.9 miles

1 MARINA PARK DR.
WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
Categories: WEST NEWTON MA

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 21.9 miles

500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350
BEVERLY, MA 1915
Categories: BEVERLY MA

319 Longwood Ave, 22.2 miles

319 Longwood Ave,
Boston, MA 2115
Categories: Boston MA

7 DEANE ST 22.2 miles

7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
Categories: MAYNARD MA

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 22.6 miles

850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67
BOSTON, MA 2118
Categories: BOSTON MA

125 PARKER HILL AVE 22.7 miles

125 PARKER HILL AVE
BOSTON, MA 2120
Categories: BOSTON MA

200 GROTON RD 22.8 miles

200 GROTON RD
AYER, MA 1432
Categories: AYER MA

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 23.1 miles

1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208
NEWTON CENTER, MA 2459
Categories: NEWTON CENTER MA

707 MILFORD RD RTE 101A, PINNACLE SQUARE 23.6 miles

707 MILFORD RD RTE 101A, PINNACLE SQUARE
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
Categories: MERRIMACK NH

1 CROSSWOODS PATH BLVD STE 3A 23.8 miles

1 CROSSWOODS PATH BLVD STE 3A
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
Categories: MERRIMACK NH

1 HIGHLANDER WAY 24.4 miles

1 HIGHLANDER WAY
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

340 HARVEY RD 24.4 miles

340 HARVEY RD
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

19 HAMPTON RD STE 13 24.5 miles

19 HAMPTON RD STE 13
EXETER, NH 3833
Categories: EXETER NH

380 LAFAYETTE RD 24.6 miles

380 LAFAYETTE RD
HAMPTON, NH 3842
Categories: HAMPTON NH

6 HAMPTON RD 24.7 miles

6 HAMPTON RD
EXETER, NH 3833
Categories: EXETER NH

91 PORTSMOUTH AVE 24.9 miles

91 PORTSMOUTH AVE
EXETER, NH 3833
Categories: EXETER NH

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DOT Physical North Andover, MA

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 North Andover, MA

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing North Andover, MA

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

To schedule a DOT Physical North Andover, MA location or DOT Drug Test North Andover, MA 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: North Andover, Massachusetts

North Andover is a town in Essex County, Massachusetts. The lands south of the Merrimack River around Lake Cochichewick and the Shawsheen River were set aside by the Massachusetts General Court in 1634 for the purpose of creating an inland plantation. The Cochichewick Plantation, as it was called, was purchased on May 6, 1646 when Reverend John Woodbridge, who had settled the land for the English, paid Pennacook chief Cutshmache six pounds and a coat for the lands. The plantation was then incorporated as Andover, most likely in honor of the hometown of many early residents, Andover, Hampshire, England. The town was centered in what is now North Andover, but the spread of settlement south and west of the old town center created much conflict in the early years about the location of the parish church. In 1709, the matter was brought to the General Court, which set aside two parish churches, north and south. The parishes grew apart as the years went on and on April 7, 1855, the North parish separated from the south and was incorporated as North Andover.

There are several first period (pre-1720) houses still standing in town. The oldest house is probably the Bridges House, relocated from Marbleridge Road to Court Street in 2001; the original portion of this house probably dates to about 1690. Other first period houses include the Stevens House on Great Pond Road; the Faulkner House on Appleton Street; the Abiel Stevens House on Salem Street; the Parson Barnard House, which is a museum; a house on Andover Street near the intersection with Chickering Road; and the Carlton-Frie-Tucker House at 140 Mill Road. No house in North Andover has been scientifically dated by dendrochronology, so dates are based solely on stylistic elements, original deeds, and tradition.

The North Parish Church on the North Andover Green is a historic church building built in 1836. It was the 5th meetinghouse of the Puritan church congregation founded in 1645 in North Andover. In about 1836 the congregation chose to become a Unitarian church and commissioned this Gothic building.

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Population (female): 14,817

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in North Andover: 151.0 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall):

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (30.4%), Italian (19.8%), English (16.4%), German (8.3%), French (7.8%), Polish (4.5%).

Land Area: 26.7 square miles.

Zip Codes: 01845

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