DOT Physical Orange, CA
FMCSA-USCG-FAA-FTA-PHMSA-FRA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA 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.
705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 0.6 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 0.8 miles
Orange, CA 92868
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 0.9 miles
Orange, CA 92868
946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 1.0 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
867 S TUSTIN ST 1.3 miles
ORANGE, CA 92866
1045 N TUSTIN ST 1.5 miles
ORANGE, CA 92867
2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 1.8 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
17542 17TH ST STE 330 2.5 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
801 N Tustin Ave Ste 102, 2.7 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
800 N Tustin Ave Ste A 2.7 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
100 N TUSTIN AVE 3.1 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 3.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 4.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
1530 E Edinger Ave Ste 1 4.2 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
1619 E Edinger Ave 4.3 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
1717 E LINCOLN AVE 4.3 miles
Anaheim, CA 92805
211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 4.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
1534 E WARNER AVE 5.0 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
1111 E LA PALMA AVE 5.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 5.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
2492 WALNUT AVE STE 110 5.4 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1241 E DYER RD STE 145 5.5 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
640 S PLACENTIA AVE 5.5 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
3100 W WARNER AVE 6.0 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
17232 RED HILL AVE 6.1 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 6.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
3002 DOW AVE STE 204 6.1 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
411 N LAKEVIEW AVE 6.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202 6.7 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
11180 E Warner Ave Ste 159, 6.8 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
1301 N ROSE DR 6.8 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 6.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 6.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
3401 S HARBOR BLVD 6.9 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H 7.0 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
2362 MORSE AVE 7.4 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 7.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 7.8 miles
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
12600 BEACH BLVD 8.0 miles
STANTON, CA 90680
7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 8.1 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 8.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
5475 E LA PALMA AVE 8.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
1000 BRISTOL ST N Ste 1B 8.3 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
8970 WARNER AVE 8.4 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
9920 TALBERT AVE 8.4 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
9900 Talbert Ave Ste 203, 8.4 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
17024 MAGNOLIA ST 8.4 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
4950 Barranca Pkwy Ste 101, 8.5 miles
Irvine, CA 92604
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 8.6 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 8.6 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
20770 ASH CIR STE 200 8.9 miles
YORBA LINDA, CA 92886
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 8.9 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 8.9 miles
BREA, CA 92821
17122 BEACH BLVD STE 104 9.3 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
15464 GOLDENWEST ST 9.4 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
566 E LAMBERT RD 9.7 miles
BREA, CA 92821
17822 BEACH BL SUITE 242 9.7 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92647
16200 SAND CANYON AVE 9.8 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
301 VICTORIA ST 9.9 miles
COSTA MESA, CA 92627
15775 LAGUNA CANYON RD Ste 100 10.0 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
18561 BEACH BLVD 10.2 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
9122 ADAMS AVE 10.4 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92646
18811 FLORIDA ST 10.5 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
18800 Main St Ste 111, 10.6 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 11.4 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 11.5 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 12.0 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 12.0 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
6670 ALTON PKWY 1ST FL 12.0 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
400 NEWPORT CENTER DR STE 202 12.0 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
320 SUPERIOR AVE. STE 150 12.1 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
1419 SUPERIOR AVE STE 1 12.1 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 12.4 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 12.4 miles
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
15751 Rockfield Blvd 13.0 miles
Irvine, CA 92618
22741 LAMBERT ST 13.3 miles
LAKE FOREST, CA 92630
24962 CALLE ARAGON 14.0 miles
LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 14.1 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 14.6 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
23521 Paseo De Valencia #302C, 14.7 miles
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
18575 Gale Ave Ste 155 14.7 miles
City of Industry, CA 91748
18575 GALE AVE STE 295 14.7 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 230 14.8 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
24451 HEALTH CENTER DR 14.9 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
2707 E VALLEY BLVD STE 116 15.0 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91792
18335 VALLEY BLVD 15.3 miles
LA PUENTE, CA 91744
61 ARGONAUT 15.4 miles
ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656
23962 ALICIA PKWY 15.6 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
1690 W 6TH ST STE K 15.9 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
17487 HURLEY ST 16.0 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
15302 EL PRADO RD 16.0 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
16025 GALE AVE STE B10 16.5 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91745
13768 Roswell Suite 220, 16.7 miles
Chino, CA 91710
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 16.7 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 16.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
25431 CABOT RD STE 118 16.8 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 16.8 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 16.8 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
1720 TERMINO AVE 16.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 16.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
2250 S. Main St # 105, 16.9 miles
Corona, CA 92882
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 17.0 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
5203 LAKEWOOD BLVD 17.2 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
5205 Lakewood Blvd 17.2 miles
Lakewood, CA 90712
118 W 9th St, 17.4 miles
Corona, CA 92882
800 S MAIN ST 17.5 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
800 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 108 18.0 miles
CORONA, CA 92879
1820 FULLERTON AVE 18.1 miles
CORONA, CA 92881
25500 RANCHO NIGUEL RD STE 100 18.7 miles
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
16660 PARAMONT BLVD STE 102 18.8 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
16444 PARAMOUNT BLVD 18.8 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
9353 IMPERIAL HWY GARDEN MEDICAL OFFICE,3RD FLOOR 18.9 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90242
11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE STE 408 19.0 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90241
5475 WALNUT AVE 19.1 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
2750 ATLANTIC AVE 19.1 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
27800 MEDICAL CENTER RD STE118 19.1 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 19.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
801 CORPORATE CENTER DR STE 130 19.2 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 19.3 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
1716 W HOLT AVE 19.4 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
12801 CROSSROADS PKWY S Ste 150 19.4 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
502 S GAREY AVE 19.4 miles
POMONA, CA 91766
7300 ALONDRA BLVD STE 108 19.5 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
1250 PACIFIC AVE 19.6 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
2776 PACIFIC AVE 19.6 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
2640 E GARVEY AVE S STE 106 19.7 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91791
2101 MAGNOLIA AVE 19.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
482 W WILLOW ST 19.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
14148 FRANCISQUITO AVE 20.1 miles
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
725 S ORANGE AVE 20.2 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91790
100 Oceangate, P245 20.6 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
On-site only 20.6 miles
Long Beach, CA 90802
554 E San Bernardino Rd Ste 10, 21.0 miles
Covina, CA 91723
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 21.2 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
3430 GARFIELD AVE 21.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
2171 S GROVE AVE STE A 21.4 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
19301 S SANTA FE AVE Ste 120 21.4 miles
COMPTON, CA 90221
1350 W COVINA BLVD 21.5 miles
SAN DIMAS, CA 91773
6538 TELEGRAPH RD 22.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
3144 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 205 22.0 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91733
754 N MOUNTAIN AVE 22.2 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91762
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 22.4 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
4234 Riverwalk Parkway Suite 200 22.5 miles
Riverside, CA 92505
15705 ARROW HWY STE 6B 22.6 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
5345 IRWINDALE AVE 22.8 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
2499 S WILMINGTON AVE 22.8 miles
COMPTON, CA 90220
3364 E SLAUSON AVE 22.9 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
10800 MAGNOLIA AVE MOB 1, 4TH FL, 4J 23.0 miles
RIVERSIDE, CA 92505
8891 CENTRAL AVE 23.0 miles
MONTCLAIR, CA 91763
9350 FLAIR DR Ste 102 23.1 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
3611 MLK Blvd STE 108 23.1 miles
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
4500 RIVERVIEW AVE 23.2 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
3550 E PHILADELPHIA ST STE 150 23.3 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
2476 S ATLANTIC BLVD 23.4 miles
COMMERCE, CA 90040
6000 N IRWINDALE AVE STE A 23.6 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
23601 AVALON BLVD Ste 104 23.6 miles
CARSON, CA 90745
250 S GRAND AVE 23.9 miles
GLENDORA, CA 91741
20401 AVALON BLVD STE C 24.0 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
455 E CARSON PLAZA DR 24.0 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
1601 MONTE VISTA AVE Ste 190 24.1 miles
CLAREMONT, CA 91711
6520 N IRWINDALE AVE STE 100 24.2 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
32241 CAMINO CAPISTRANO STE A105 24.2 miles
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675
117 E LIVE OAK AVE STE 101 24.3 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
2920 Inland Empire Blvd Ste 108 24.7 miles
Ontario, CA 91764
999 San Bernardino Rd 24.9 miles
Upland, CA 91786
1101 S MILLIKEN AVE STE C 24.9 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
3200 INLAND EMPIRE BLVD STE 100 25.0 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91764
DOT Physical Orange, CA
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 Orange, CA
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Orange, CA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA location and DOT breath alcohol testing Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA, (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 Orange, CA and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Orange, CA.
To schedule a DOT Physical Orange, CA location or DOT Drug Test Orange, CA 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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Local Area Info: Orange, California
Orange is a city located in Orange County, California. It is approximately 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) north of the county seat, Santa Ana. Orange is unusual in this region because many of the homes in its Old Town District were built before 1920. While many other cities in the region demolished such houses in the 1960s, Orange decided to preserve them. The small city of Villa Park is surrounded by the city of Orange. The population was 139,812 as of 2014.
Members of the Tongva and Juaneño/Luiseño ethnic group long inhabited this area. After the 1769 expedition of Gaspar de Portolá, an expedition out of San Blas, Nayarit, Mexico, led by Father Junípero Serra, named the area Vallejo de Santa Ana (Valley of Saint Anne). On November 1, 1776, Mission San Juan Capistrano became the area's first permanent European settlement in Alta California, New Spain.[citation needed]
In 1801, the Spanish Empire granted 62,500 acres (253 km2) to José Antonio Yorba, which he named Rancho San Antonio. Yorba's great rancho included the lands where the cities of Olive, Orange, Villa Park, Santa Ana, Tustin, Costa Mesa and Newport Beach stand today. Smaller ranchos evolved from this large rancho, including the Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana.