DOT Physical Oakville, MI
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Oakville, MI 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 Oakville, MI 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.
100 POWELL DR Ste 8 9.9 miles
DUNDEE, MI 48131
140 S INDUSTRIAL DR 11.2 miles
SALINE, MI 48176
41005 E HURON RIVER DR 11.5 miles
BELLEVILLE, MI 48111
On site only 13.3 miles
MONROE, MI 48161
2008 HOGBACK RD STE 1 13.3 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48105
3280 WASHTENAW AVE 13.4 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48104
3131 S STATE ST STE 100 13.8 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48108
11700 METRO AIRPORT CENTER DR STE 104 13.8 miles
ROMULUS, MI 48174
337 STEWART RD 13.9 miles
MONROE, MI 48162
11301 METRO AIRPORT CENTER DR 13.9 miles
ROMULIS, MI 48174
10000 WAYNE RD STE 102 14.4 miles
ROMULUS, MI 48174
44237 Michigan Avenue 14.4 miles
Canton, MI 48188
901 N MACOMB ST STE 1 14.6 miles
MONROE, MI 48162
1046 N Monroe St, Lower Level 14.8 miles
Monroe, MI 48162
1000 E STADIUM BLVD 14.8 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48104
1785 W STADIUM BLVD 16.1 miles
ANN ARBOR, MI 48103
32500 VAN BORN RD 17.3 miles
WAYNE, MI 48184
2050 N HAGGERTY RD STE 140 18.0 miles
CANTON, MI 48187
12701 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 18.4 miles
TAYLOR, MI 48180
22505 ALLEN RD 18.7 miles
WOODHAVEN, MI 48183
19200 WEST RD 18.8 miles
WOODHAVEN, MI 48183
500 E POTTAWATAMIE ST 19.1 miles
TECUMSEH, MI 49286
24095 CHAMPAIGN ST 19.6 miles
TAYLOR, MI 48180
14720 King Rd, Suite D 20.1 miles
Riverview, MI 48193
8577 N WAYNE RD 20.1 miles
WESTLAND, MI 48185
5449 S OCCIDENTAL RD 21.0 miles
TECUMSEH, MI 49286
25070 Michigan Avenue, 21.4 miles
Dearborn, MI 48124
14523 Northline Rd 21.5 miles
Southgate, MI 48195
8944 MACOMB ST 22.1 miles
GROSSE ILE, MI 48138
23455 MICHIGAN AVE 22.2 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48124
8050 SUMMERFIELD RD STE 7 22.2 miles
LAMBERTVILLE, MI 48144
7445 Allen Rd, Suite 150 22.2 miles
Allen Park, MI 48101
34095 PLYMOUTH RD 22.3 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
11583 Farmington Rd, 22.4 miles
Livonia, MI 48150
3022 DIX HWY 22.6 miles
LINCOLN PARK, MI 48146
7581 Secor Rd 22.8 miles
Lambertville, MI 48144
32355 CAPITOL ST 23.0 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
22976 OUTER DR 23.0 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48124
157 W BROOKE LN 23.0 miles
BLISSFIELD, MI 49228
29531 PLYMOUTH RD 23.5 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
1745 DACOSTA ST 23.6 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48128
17500 FEDERAL DR STE 750 24.5 miles
ALLEN PARK, MI 48101
28196 SCHOOLCRAFT RD 24.7 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48150
5911 BENORE RD 24.9 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43612
37595 7 MILE RD 25.2 miles
LIVONIA, MI 48152
22316 PONTIAC TRL 25.7 miles
SOUTH LYON, MI 48178
21800 HAGGERTY RD 25.8 miles
NORTHVILLE, MI 48167
14671 TELEGRAPH RD 26.7 miles
REDFORD, MI 48239
3001 MILLER RD 26.7 miles
DEARBORN, MI 48120
1776 TREMAINSVILLE RD 26.8 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43613
723 PHILLIPS AVE 27.0 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43612
3950 Sunforest Court, Suite 100 27.1 miles
Toledo, OH 43623
47601 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B230 THE OUTPATIENT CENTER 27.2 miles
NOVI, MI 48374
4945 PARKLANDS DR 27.3 miles
SYLVANIA, OH 43560
39555 W 10 Mile Rd Ste 301 27.6 miles
Novi, MI 48375
2213 CHERRY ST OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH DEPT. 27.9 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43608
2150 W CENTRAL AVE 27.9 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43606
40015 Grand River Road, Suite 115 27.9 miles
Novi, MI 48375
42020 GRAND RIVER AVE STE B 28.1 miles
NOVI, MI 48375
42875 GRAND RIVER AVE STE 101 28.1 miles
NOVI, MI 48375
PO BOX 511 28.1 miles
CHELSEA, MI 48118
775 S MAIN ST PO BOX 490 28.1 miles
CHELSEA, MI 48118
32620 GRAND RIVER AVE 28.4 miles
FARMINGTON, MI 48336
6800 W CENTRAL AVE STE L2 28.8 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43617
6800 W CENTRAL AVE BLDG L 2 29.8 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43617
22341 W 8 Mile Rd 29.8 miles
Detroit, MI 48219
30488 MILFORD RD 30.0 miles
NEW HUDSON, MI 48165
924 N REYNOLDS RD 30.1 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43615
29600 S WIXOM RD 30.5 miles
WIXOM, MI 48393
13316 W MCNICHOLS RD 31.0 miles
DETROIT, MI 48235
1021 KARL GREIMEL DR 31.1 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48116
3028 NAVARRE AVE 31.2 miles
OREGON, OH 43616
28595 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 103 31.6 miles
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334
20755 GREENFIELD RD STE 200 31.8 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
24901 NORTHWESTERN HWY STE 304 32.1 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
26400 W 12 Mile Rd, Suite 117 32.2 miles
Southfield, MI 48034
4229 CASS AVE 32.3 miles
DETROIT, MI 48201
22255 GREENFIELD RD STE 422 32.4 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48075
3120 GLENDALE AVE RM 1200 32.5 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43614
33200 W 14 MILE RD, STE 170 32.6 miles
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
1565 S BYRNE RD, STE 105 32.6 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43614
4201 SAINT ANTOINE ST 32.9 miles
DETROIT, MI 48201
18984 LIVERNOIS AVE 33.0 miles
DETROIT, MI 48221
3000 ARLINGTON AVE MS1099 33.1 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43614
7010 SPRING MEADOWS DR W STE 101 33.1 miles
HOLLAND, OH 43528
7125 ORCHARD LAKE RD STE 100 33.2 miles
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
1555 MACK AVE 33.2 miles
DETROIT, MI 48207
8580 W GRAND RIVER AVE 33.5 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48116
2630 E JEFFERSON AVE 33.6 miles
DETROIT, MI 48207
26185 GREENFIELD RD 33.8 miles
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48076
9100 BROMBACH ST 34.3 miles
HAMTRAMCK, MI 48212
641 W 9 MILE RD STE C 34.4 miles
FERNDALE, MI 48220
1679 Lance Pointe Rd, Suite B 34.5 miles
Maumee, OH 43537
7960 GRAND RIVER RD STE 100 35.5 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
2305 GENOA BUSINESS PARK DR STE 170 35.5 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
2300 GENOA BUSINESS PARK DR STE 120 35.5 miles
BRIGHTON, MI 48114
1015 CONANT ST 35.7 miles
MAUMEE, OH 43537
425 PARK AVE 36.0 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
2455 Union Lake Rd, 36.4 miles
Commerce Township, MI 48382
5757 MONCLOVA RD STE 17 36.5 miles
MAUMEE, OH 43537
PO BOX 983 36.6 miles
TOLEDO, OH 43697
2530 CROOKS RD STE 2 36.6 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48073
27439 HOLIDAY LN 36.8 miles
PERRYSBURG, OH 43551
1010 N CAMPBELL RD STE 3 37.1 miles
ROYAL OAK, MI 48067
5575 CONNER ST 37.4 miles
DETROIT, MI 48213
1360 S MILFORD RD 37.9 miles
HIGHLAND, MI 48357
555 W 14 Mile Rd, Suite B1 38.0 miles
Clawson, MI 48017
27351 DEQUINDRE RD 38.1 miles
MADISON HEIGHTS, MI 48071
739 E 12 MILE RD 38.2 miles
MADISON HTS, MI 48071
555 Horace Brown Dr Ste 200 38.5 miles
Madison Heights, MI 48071
25660 DIXIE HWY 38.6 miles
PERRYSBURG, OH 43551
22605 VAN DYKE AVE 38.6 miles
WARREN, MI 48089
1224 W 14 MILE RD 38.8 miles
CLAWSON, MI 48017
11166 HIGHLAND RD 39.1 miles
HARTLAND, MI 48353
11554 HIGHLAND RD 39.1 miles
HARTLAND, MI 48353
29245 Ryan Rd Ste 200 39.4 miles
Warren, MI 48092
1050 WILSHIRE DR STE 105 39.5 miles
TROY, MI 48084
627 E MAPLE RD STE 200 39.5 miles
TROY, MI 48083
25429 VAN DYKE AVE 39.5 miles
CENTER LINE, MI 48015
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 106 39.7 miles
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
26400 Van Dyke Ave, 39.9 miles
Center Line, MI 48015
15000 GRATIOT AVE 40.0 miles
DETROIT, MI 48205
1663 STEPHENSON HWY 40.1 miles
TROY, MI 48083
17211 MACK AVE 40.1 miles
DETROIT, MI 48224
1265 West Huron Street, Suite 202 40.2 miles
Waterford, MI 48328
461 W HURON ST 40.7 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48341
6620 Highland Rd, Suite 200 40.9 miles
Waterford, MI 48327
2253 HAMPTON ST 41.0 miles
WHITE LAKE, MI 48386
5800 Highland Rd 41.0 miles
Waterford, MI 48327
2191 S BLVD 41.0 miles
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
620 BYRON RD 41.2 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
26095 SCHOENHERR RD 41.3 miles
WARREN, MI 48089
200 S HIGHLANDER WAY 41.3 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
190 S HIGHLANDER WAY 41.3 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
31 OAKLAND AVE 41.4 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48342
36250 DEQUINDRE RD STE 130 41.4 miles
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48310
11569 E 12 MILE RD 41.5 miles
WARREN, MI 48093
19251 MACK AVE STE 100 41.5 miles
GROSSE POINTE WOODS, MI 48236
31700 VAN DYKE AVE 41.7 miles
WARREN, MI 48093
20311 MACK AVE 42.3 miles
GROSSE POINTE WOODS, MI 48236
38815 Dequindre Rd, Suite 102 42.4 miles
Troy, MI 48083
1 S JACKSON SQ STE 101 42.6 miles
JACKSON, MI 49201
22850 Kelly Rd, Suite B 42.8 miles
Eastpointe, MI 48021
898 JOSLYN AVE GM PONTIAC POWERTRAIN TRAILER 43.5 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48340
1255 E GRAND RIVER AVE 43.5 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
290 W WALTON BLVD 43.5 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48340
4185 E GRAND RIVER AVE 43.7 miles
HOWELL, MI 48843
300 W Washington Ave, 44.0 miles
Jackson, MI 49201
2820 CROOKS RD Ste 400 44.1 miles
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48309
500 LANSING AVE 44.2 miles
JACKSON, MI 49201
1915 N PERRY ST 44.3 miles
PONTIAC, MI 48340
1325 N WEST AVE 44.4 miles
JACKSON, MI 49202
3252 UNIVERSITY DR STE 130 44.7 miles
AUBURN HILLS, MI 48326
31503 GRATIOT AVE 44.9 miles
ROSEVILLE, MI 48066
104 E MAIN ST 45.0 miles
WOODVILLE, OH 43469
745 BARCLAY CIR STE 340 45.1 miles
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48307
5825 Ortonville Rd, Suite 202 45.1 miles
Clarkston, MI 48346
21400 E 11 MILE RD 45.1 miles
ST CLR SHORES, MI 48081
40732 VAN DYKE AVE 45.1 miles
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
135 Barclay Circle, Suite 103 45.1 miles
Rochester, MI 48307
2195 SPRING ARBOR RD 45.3 miles
JACKSON, MI 49203
15717 15 MILE RD 45.4 miles
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48035
6015 19 MILE RD 45.4 miles
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48314
1485 N SHOOP AVE 45.5 miles
WAUSEON, OH 43567
33089 GROESBECK HWY 45.7 miles
FRASER, MI 48026
6310 SASHABAW RD STE D 46.0 miles
CLARKSTON, MI 48346
1701 S. BOULEVARD E, 150 46.3 miles
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
455 S Livernois Rd, Suite A-14 46.5 miles
Rochester, MI 48307
1101 W UNIVERSITY DR 47.0 miles
ROCHESTER, MI 48307
725 S SHOOP AVE 47.0 miles
WAUSEON, OH 43567
32008 HARPER AVE 47.0 miles
SAINT CLAIR SHORES, MI 48082
39333 Van Dyke 47.7 miles
STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
45030 NORTHPOINTE BLVD 48.5 miles
UTICA, MI 48315
5180 DEQUINDRE RD 48.5 miles
UTICA, MI 48316
43475 Dalcoma Dr, Suite 135 48.5 miles
Clinton Township, MI 48038
121 E WOOSTER ST 48.9 miles
BOWLING GREEN, OH 43402
950 W WOOSTER ST 49.1 miles
BOWLING GREEN, OH 43402
43900 GARFIELD RD STE 121 49.1 miles
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48038
1398 ROSS LN 49.1 miles
ROCHESTER, MI 48306
1375 S LAPEER RD 49.8 miles
LAKE ORION, MI 48360
DOT Physical Oakville, MI
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 Oakville, MI
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Oakville, MI
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Oakville, MI 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 Oakville, MI location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Oakville, MI 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 Oakville, MI location and DOT breath alcohol testing Oakville, MI 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 Oakville, MI 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 Oakville, MI 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 Oakville, MI locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Oakville, MI 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 Oakville, MI, (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 Oakville, MI and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Oakville, MI.
To schedule a DOT Physical Oakville, MI location or DOT Drug Test Oakville, MI 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
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- 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:
- 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.
- 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.
- Blood Pressure/Pulse Rate: Assesses cardiovascular health and the potential for hypertension.
- Urinalysis: Screens for underlying medical conditions like diabetes and kidney disorders.
- 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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