Oak Ridge, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Age: 39.8 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Oak Ridge: 85.2 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 5.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (4.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 19.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Elevation:

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 390 - 78.8%
      Black alone - 54 - 10.9%
      Hispanic - 40 - 8.1%
      American Indian alone - 6 - 1.2%
      Two or more races - 5 - 1.0%

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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 Oak Ridge, TX

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Oak Ridge, TX 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 Oak Ridge, TX 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.

1011 MEDICAL PLAZA DR STE 150 1.1 miles

1011 MEDICAL PLAZA DR STE 150
SPRING, TX 77380
Categories: SPRING TX

9250 PINECROFT DR 1.2 miles

9250 PINECROFT DR
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380
Categories: THE WOODLANDS TX

8850 Six Pines Drive, Suite 230 1.4 miles

8850 Six Pines Drive, Suite 230
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Categories: The Woodlands TX

123 VISION PARK BLVD 2.4 miles

123 VISION PARK BLVD
SHENANDOAH, TX 77384
Categories: SHENANDOAH TX

1104 Rayford Rd Ste 500 2.5 miles

1104 Rayford Rd Ste 500
Spring, TX 77386
Categories: Spring TX

322 SPRING HILL DR STE A400 2.7 miles

322 SPRING HILL DR STE A400
SPRING, TX 77386
Categories: SPRING TX

250 Ed English Lane Bldg 1-B 2.7 miles

250 Ed English Lane Bldg 1-B
SHENANDOAH, TX 77385
Categories: SHENANDOAH TX

17350 ST LUKES WAY STE 200 3.2 miles

17350 ST LUKES WAY STE 200
THE WOODLANDS, TX 77384
Categories: THE WOODLANDS TX

19073 INTERSTATE 45 S 3.2 miles

19073 INTERSTATE 45 S
SHENANDOAH, TX 77385
Categories: SHENANDOAH TX

25410 INTERSTATE 45 STE 150 6.7 miles

25410 INTERSTATE 45 STE 150
SPRING, TX 77386
Categories: SPRING TX

800 Riverwood Court, Suite 103 8.7 miles

800 Riverwood Court, Suite 103
Conroe, TX 77304
Categories: Conroe TX

110 Cypress Station Suite 152 8.8 miles

110 Cypress Station Suite 152
Houston, TX 77090
Categories: Houston TX

100 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 114 8.8 miles

100 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD STE 114
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

2104 FM 2920 RD 9.0 miles

2104 FM 2920 RD
SPRING, TX 77388
Categories: SPRING TX

2010 FM 1960 Rd E 9.7 miles

2010 FM 1960 Rd E
Houston, TX 77073
Categories: Houston TX

5529 Lovetta Rd Ste A, Office 9 9.7 miles

5529 Lovetta Rd Ste A, Office 9
Spring, TX 77379
Categories: Spring TX

17070 RED OAK DR STE 107 9.7 miles

17070 RED OAK DR STE 107
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

710 FM 1960 RD W 9.8 miles

710 FM 1960 RD W
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

16903 RED OAK DR STE 130 9.9 miles

16903 RED OAK DR STE 130
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

17030 Nanes Dr Ste 108 9.9 miles

17030 Nanes Dr Ste 108
Houston, TX 77090
Categories: Houston TX

6601 CYPRESSWOOD DR # 231 10.5 miles

6601 CYPRESSWOOD DR # 231
SPRING, TX 77379
Categories: SPRING TX

2161 FM 1960 RD W 10.6 miles

2161 FM 1960 RD W
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2129 W DAVIS ST STE D 11.2 miles

2129 W DAVIS ST STE D
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

2912 W DAVIS ST STE 140 11.3 miles

2912 W DAVIS ST STE 140
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

3205 W DAVIS ST STE B-103 11.3 miles

3205 W DAVIS ST STE B-103
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

3648 FM 1960 RD W 11.4 miles

3648 FM 1960 RD W
HOUSTON, TX 77068
Categories: HOUSTON TX

15621 Blue Ash Dr STE 170 11.6 miles

15621 Blue Ash Dr STE 170
Houston, TX 77090
Categories: Houston TX

506 Graham Suite 260 11.6 miles

506 Graham Suite 260
TOMBALL, TX 77375
Categories: TOMBALL TX

13406 Medical Complex Dr Ste 1, 11.9 miles

13406 Medical Complex Dr Ste 1,
Tomball, TX 77375
Categories: Tomball TX

15882 CHAMPION FOREST DR 12.0 miles

15882 CHAMPION FOREST DR
SPRING, TX 77379
Categories: SPRING TX

1150 N LOOP 336 W 12.1 miles

1150 N LOOP 336 W
CONROE, TX 77301
Categories: CONROE TX

14755 North Freeway Ste 400 12.5 miles

14755 North Freeway Ste 400
HOUSTON, TX 77090
Categories: HOUSTON TX

28465 STATE HIGHWAY 249 12.5 miles

28465 STATE HIGHWAY 249
TOMBALL, TX 77375
Categories: TOMBALL TX

4950 FM 1960 RD W STE A6 12.6 miles

4950 FM 1960 RD W STE A6
HOUSTON, TX 77069
Categories: HOUSTON TX

24420 FM 1314 RD Suite 101 12.7 miles

24420 FM 1314 RD Suite 101
PORTER, TX 77365
Categories: PORTER TX

14080 FM 2920 RD STE A 13.0 miles

14080 FM 2920 RD STE A
TOMBALL, TX 77377
Categories: TOMBALL TX

4015 INTERSTATE 45 N 13.3 miles

4015 INTERSTATE 45 N
CONROE, TX 77304
Categories: CONROE TX

22475 TOMBALL PKWY 13.4 miles

22475 TOMBALL PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77070
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10850 LOUETTA RD STE 1500 13.5 miles

10850 LOUETTA RD STE 1500
HOUSTON, TX 77070
Categories: HOUSTON TX

34624 STATE HIGHWAY 249 13.7 miles

34624 STATE HIGHWAY 249
PINEHURST, TX 77362
Categories: PINEHURST TX

1331 Northpark Drive 14.0 miles

1331 Northpark Drive
Kingwood, TX 77339
Categories: Kingwood TX

6930 FM 1960 RD W 14.2 miles

6930 FM 1960 RD W
HOUSTON, TX 77069
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8901 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W, 14.2 miles

8901 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W,
Humble, TX 77338
Categories: Humble TX

1920 RANKIN RD STE 130 14.2 miles

1920 RANKIN RD STE 130
HOUSTON, TX 77073
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1120 KINGWOOD DR STE 100 14.3 miles

1120 KINGWOOD DR STE 100
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Categories: KINGWOOD TX

8901 FM 1960 BYPASS RD W STE 204 14.4 miles

8901 FM 1960 BYPASS RD W STE 204
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

12600 NORTHBOROUGH DR 14.5 miles

12600 NORTHBOROUGH DR
HOUSTON, TX 77067
Categories: HOUSTON TX

401 GREENS RD 14.7 miles

401 GREENS RD
HOUSTON, TX 77060
Categories: HOUSTON TX

13300 Hargrave Road, Suite 507 14.8 miles

13300 Hargrave Road, Suite 507
Houston, TX 77070
Categories: Houston TX

1450 KINGWOOD DR 14.8 miles

1450 KINGWOOD DR
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Categories: KINGWOOD TX

13215 DOTSON RD #120 14.8 miles

13215 DOTSON RD #120
HOUSTON, TX 77070
Categories: HOUSTON TX

18951 N MEMORIAL DR 15.2 miles

18951 N MEMORIAL DR
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

18648 MCKAY BLVD # 216 15.4 miles

18648 MCKAY BLVD # 216
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

16630 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR STE 115 15.4 miles

16630 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR STE 115
HOUSTON, TX 77060
Categories: HOUSTON TX

654 N SAM HOUSTON PKWY E STE 189 15.7 miles

654 N SAM HOUSTON PKWY E STE 189
HOUSTON, TX 77060
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14044 SPRING CYPRESS RD 15.8 miles

14044 SPRING CYPRESS RD
CYPRESS, TX 77429
Categories: CYPRESS TX

19333 HIGHWAY 59 N STE 230 16.0 miles

19333 HIGHWAY 59 N STE 230
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

11120 NORTH FWY STE E 16.1 miles

11120 NORTH FWY STE E
HOUSTON, TX 77037
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5405 CONSULATE PLAZA DR 16.5 miles

5405 CONSULATE PLAZA DR
HOUSTON, TX 77032
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2601 W LAKE HOUSTON PKWY 17.1 miles

2601 W LAKE HOUSTON PKWY
KINGWOOD, TX 77339
Categories: KINGWOOD TX

10906 FM 1960 West 17.8 miles

10906 FM 1960 West
Houston, TX 77070
Categories: Houston TX

10680 Jones Road, Suite 200 18.1 miles

10680 Jones Road, Suite 200
Houston, TX 77065
Categories: Houston TX

10655 STEEPLETOP DR 18.1 miles

10655 STEEPLETOP DR
HOUSTON, TX 77065
Categories: HOUSTON TX

11301 fallbrook # 126 18.4 miles

11301 fallbrook # 126
HOUSTON, TX 77065
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9006 Weyburn Grove Dr 18.4 miles

9006 Weyburn Grove Dr
Houston, TX 77088
Categories: Houston TX

5003 Woodland Meadows Ln 18.5 miles

5003 Woodland Meadows Ln
Humble, TX 77346
Categories: Humble TX

9138 WEST RD 19.0 miles

9138 WEST RD
HOUSTON, TX 77064
Categories: HOUSTON TX

13141 FM 1960 RD W STE 500 19.7 miles

13141 FM 1960 RD W STE 500
HOUSTON, TX 77065
Categories: HOUSTON TX

17410 NORTHWEST FWY 20.4 miles

17410 NORTHWEST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77040
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7702 FM 1960 E STE 106 20.4 miles

7702 FM 1960 E STE 106
Humble, TX 77346
Categories: Humble TX

25801 HIGHWAY 290 20.5 miles

25801 HIGHWAY 290
CYPRESS, TX 77429
Categories: CYPRESS TX

8100 HIGHWAY 6 N STE E 20.6 miles

8100 HIGHWAY 6 N STE E
HOUSTON, TX 77095
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7007 NORTH FWY STE 235 20.7 miles

7007 NORTH FWY STE 235
HOUSTON, TX 77076
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14825 NORTHWEST FWY STE 800 21.0 miles

14825 NORTHWEST FWY STE 800
HOUSTON, TX 77040
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14825 Northwest Fwy Suite 800 21.1 miles

14825 Northwest Fwy Suite 800
Houston, TX 77040
Categories: Houston TX

9110 BARKER CYPRESS RD 22.5 miles

9110 BARKER CYPRESS RD
CYPRESS, TX 77433
Categories: CYPRESS TX

9723 HOMESTEAD RD 22.9 miles

9723 HOMESTEAD RD
HOUSTON, TX 77016
Categories: HOUSTON TX

11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C 23.1 miles

11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C
HOUSTON, TX 77092
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10961 NORTHWEST FWY 23.1 miles

10961 NORTHWEST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77092
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2000 NORTH LOOP W STE 200 24.1 miles

2000 NORTH LOOP W STE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77018
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1445 NORTH LOOP W STE 720 24.1 miles

1445 NORTH LOOP W STE 720
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1919 North Loop W Ste 125, 24.2 miles

1919 North Loop W Ste 125,
Houston, TX 77008
Categories: Houston TX

15320 Highway 105 West Ste 120 24.5 miles

15320 Highway 105 West Ste 120
Montgomery, TX 77356
Categories: Montgomery TX

2207 LAZYBROOK DR 24.6 miles

2207 LAZYBROOK DR
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

427 W 20TH ST STE 504 24.7 miles

427 W 20TH ST STE 504
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

235 W 20TH ST 24.7 miles

235 W 20TH ST
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

635 W 19TH ST STE 203 24.8 miles

635 W 19TH ST STE 203
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2150 W 18TH ST 24.8 miles

2150 W 18TH ST
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

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DOT Physical Oak Ridge, TX

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 Oak Ridge, TX

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Oak Ridge, TX

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Oak Ridge, TX location or DOT Drug Test Oak Ridge, TX 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: Oak Ridge

Oak Ridge or Oakridge may refer to numerous locations in English-speaking countries - the most well-known being Oak Ridge, Tennessee, due to its part in the Manhattan Project. These and other meanings include:

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Median Age: 39.8 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Oak Ridge: 85.2 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 5.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (4.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 19.7% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Elevation:

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 390 - 78.8%
      Black alone - 54 - 10.9%
      Hispanic - 40 - 8.1%
      American Indian alone - 6 - 1.2%
      Two or more races - 5 - 1.0%

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