DOT Physical Paoli, PA
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Paoli, PA and throughout the local area.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL license must have a DOT physical, complete a medical examination report and successfully complete all requirements of the DOT physical to be issued a CDL medical card, the card is valid for 24 months and must be renewed every 2 years with a physical.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides DOT and non DOT physicals Paoli, PA at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by FMCSA. Testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
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.
11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 1.2 miles
PAOLI, PA 19301
15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101 1.3 miles
Paoli, PA 19301
1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD 2.7 miles
BERWYN, PA 19312
309 Lancaster Avenue, 3.8 miles
Frazer, PA 19355
250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD 5.3 miles
RADNOR, PA 19087
3574 West Chester Pike, 5.7 miles
Newtown Square, PA 19073
1502 W Chester Pike, 6.0 miles
West Chester, PA 19382
450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center 6.4 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
107 Town Center Road 6.8 miles
King of Prussia, PA 19406
170 N HENDERSON RD STE 306 7.0 miles
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406
170 N Henderson Rd, Suite 204 7.0 miles
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735 7.0 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3 7.5 miles
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente 8.0 miles
Exton, PA 19341
606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105 8.2 miles
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
600 E Marshall St, 8.2 miles
West Chester, PA 19380
2000 SPROUL RD STE 102 8.3 miles
BROOMALL, PA 19008
2521 W MAIN ST 8.3 miles
NORRISTOWN, PA 19403
510 E Gay Street 8.4 miles
West Chester, PA 19382
625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE 8.5 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
2010 W Chester Pike, 8.8 miles
Havertown, PA 19083
200 BARR HARBOR DR STE 400 9.0 miles
W CNSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428
1167A W Baltimore Pike, 9.1 miles
Media, PA 19063
80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N 9.5 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102, 9.5 miles
Exton, PA 19341
1437 Dekalb St, 9.5 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005 9.5 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
1305 W CHESTER PIKE 9.6 miles
HAVERTOWN, PA 19083
407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109 9.7 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
78 2ND AVE 9.8 miles
COLLEGEVILLE, PA 19426
131 S State Rd 9.9 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
920 W SPROUL RD STE 110 10.1 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
720--730 E Johnson Highway, 10.1 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
196 W SPROUL RD STE 110 10.7 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
102 Schubert Dr 10.8 miles
Downingtown, PA 19335
257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220 10.9 miles
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9 11.0 miles
Concordville, PA 19331
Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road 11.1 miles
Royersford, PA 19468
850 GERMANTOWN PIKE 11.1 miles
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112 11.4 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
934 MONTGOMERY AVE 11.6 miles
PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
444 BALTIMORE PIKE 11.7 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
103 BALTIMORE PIKE 11.9 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
100 E LANCASTER AVE STE 317 11.9 miles
WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096
308 E Lancaster Ave, 12.0 miles
Downingtown, PA 19335
150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140 12.2 miles
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
99 MANOR AVE STE 2 12.5 miles
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
PO BOX 754 12.9 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
501 W MacDade Boulevard, 13.2 miles
Folsom, PA 19033
213 MORTON AVE 13.2 miles
FOLSOM, PA 19033
1 CRESCENT DR STE 100 13.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19112
724 Dekalb Pike, 13.4 miles
Blue Bell, PA 19422
90 N MacDade BLVD, 13.6 miles
GLENOLDEN, PA 19036
1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004 13.6 miles
DARBY, PA 19023
6060 RIDGE AVE STE 100 13.9 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
8 MORTON AVE STE 206 14.1 miles
RIDLEY PARK, PA 19078
1311 N 52ND ST 14.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131
5800 RIDGE AVE STE 234 14.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
525 Jamestown Street, 14.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19128
1107 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 103 14.5 miles
Flourtown, PA 19031
3301 E Lincoln Hwy, 15.3 miles
Thorndale, PA 19372
1569 Medical Dr, 15.5 miles
Pottstown, PA 19464
1235 Horseshoe Pike, 15.5 miles
Downingtown, PA 19335
2089 E HIGH ST 15.5 miles
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
2801 ISLAND AVE Ste 2 15.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
535 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 101 15.7 miles
FORT WASHINGTON, PA 19034
515 Pennsylvania Ave, 15.7 miles
Ft Washington, PA 19034
1600 E HIGH ST 15.7 miles
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
1019 S BROAD ST 16.0 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
7000 Holstein Ave 16.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
270 MAIN ST 16.5 miles
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
1000 Easton Rd, Suite 270 16.5 miles
Wyncote, PA 19095
3600 SILVERSIDE RD STE B 16.5 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19810
5322 MAGNOLIA ST 16.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144
716 N 24TH ST 16.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19130
81 ROBINSON ST CAREPLEX BUILDING 16.7 miles
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
345 Main Street, 16.7 miles
Harleysville, PA 19438
School House Rd & Route 1, 132 Onix Drive 16.8 miles
Kennett Square, PA 19348
201 REECEVILLE RD 16.8 miles
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
2 Penn Blvd, Suite 205 16.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19144
1403 Foulk Rd Ste 103, 16.8 miles
Wilmington, DE 19803
100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1 17.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19113
2722 CONCORD PIKE 17.1 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
525 N BROAD ST 17.4 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
230 N BROAD ST MAIL STOP 101 17.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
230 N BROAD ST 17.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
227 N. Broad St, 17.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19107
826 N BROAD ST 17.7 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
2123 CONCORD PIKE 17.8 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
1313 N BROAD ST 17.9 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1444 W PASSYUNK AVE 18.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
1900 S BROAD ST 18.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
1930 S BROAD ST UNIT 11 18.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
2219 S Broad St, 18.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
1970 N BROAD ST 18.8 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
2031 N BROAD ST STE 127 18.8 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Cloverly Plaza, 628 Old York Road 19.0 miles
Jenkintown, PA 19046
2131 N Broad St, 19.0 miles
Lansdale, PA 19446
100 E LEHIGH AVE STE 106 MAB BUILDING 19.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125
1 REED ST 19.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
5675 N Front St, Store 260 19.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19120
244 W LINCOLN HWY 19.2 miles
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
330 W. Oregon Avenue, 19.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
830 W CYPRESS ST 19.3 miles
KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348
2715 S FRONT ST, UNIT 2 19.5 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148
1419 Old York Rd, 19.8 miles
Abington, PA 19001
73 CROWN POINT RD 19.9 miles
PAULSBORO, NJ 8066
201 PRECISION RD 19.9 miles
HORSHAM, PA 19044
1468 OLD YORK RD 19.9 miles
ABINGTON, PA 19001
6129 PALMETTO ST 20.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
200 Lakeside Dr Ste 230, 20.0 miles
Horsham, PA 19044
2729 BLAIR MILL RD Ste A 20.1 miles
WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
510 HERON DR STE 108 20.1 miles
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
510 HERON DR STE 114 20.1 miles
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
3356 Aramingo Ave 20.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19134
45 S PINE ST 20.1 miles
ELVERSON, PA 19520
3400 ARAMINGO AVE, STE 4 20.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
4501 Castor Ave, 20.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Delaware Ave & Clayton St, Trolley Square, Suites 3b-4b 20.2 miles
Wilmington, DE 19806
3 COOPER PLZ RM 517 20.3 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8103
1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205 20.3 miles
Chalfont, PA 18914
1500 HORIZON DR STE 102 20.3 miles
CHALFONT, PA 18914
5000 FRANKFORD AVE Wakling Building 20.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124
32 MAPLE AVE 20.4 miles
LINE LEXINGTON, PA 18932
700 Cottman Ave, 20.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19111
708 Route 113, 20.9 miles
Souderton, PA 18964
1050 E Philadelphia Ave, 20.9 miles
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
545 BECKETT RD STE 103 B 21.0 miles
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
2961 YORKSHIP SQ HISTORICAL FAIRVIEW 21.1 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
1000 ATLANTIC AVE Family Health Center 21.1 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
914 JUSTISON ST 21.3 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
104 S BROADWAY 21.4 miles
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ 8030
2010 LEVICK ST 21.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
6555 Roosevelt Blvd., 21.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19149
509 N BROAD ST 22.1 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
730 N Broad St, Suite 125 22.1 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
608 N Broad St Ste 100 22.1 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
202 LANTANA DR 22.2 miles
HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
Cooper River Plaza West, 6981 North Park Drive Suite 20 22.4 miles
Pennsauken, NJ 8109
875 MANTUA PIKE STE B 22.6 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
1800 BYBERRY RD STE 705 22.8 miles
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
5255 MARLTON PIKE 22.9 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8109
1200 DELSEA DR 23.1 miles
WESTVILLE, NJ 8093
6940 State Rd 23.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19135
1432 EASTON RD STE 3C 23.2 miles
WARRINGTON, PA 18976
7439 FRANKFORD AVE 2ND FL 23.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136
7528 Frankford Ave, 23.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19136
9331 OLD BUSTLETON AVE STE 102 23.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115
6 N BLACK HORSE PIKE 23.4 miles
MOUNT EPHRAIM, NJ 8059
3926 KIRKWOOD HWY 23.4 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
321 N Furnace St, 23.4 miles
Birdsboro, PA 19508
210 BENIGNO BLVD 23.5 miles
BELLMAWR, NJ 8031
5311 Limestone Rd, Suite 202 23.5 miles
Wilmington, DE 19808
700 LAWN AVE 23.5 miles
SELLERSVILLE, PA 18960
2417 Welsh Rd, 23.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19114
3105 LIMESTONE RD STE 105 23.7 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
9808 Bustleton Avenue, 23.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19115
2793 GERYVILLE PIKE UPPER PERKIOMEN OUTPATIENT CTR 23.8 miles
PENNSBURG, PA 18073
201 TOMLIN STATION RD STE B 23.8 miles
MULLICA HILL, NJ 8062
1 E BEACON LIGHT LN 23.8 miles
CHESTER, PA 19013
1117 MEARNS RD 23.9 miles
WARMINSTER, PA 18974
1941 LIMESTONE RD STE 109 24.1 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
100 E BROAD ST 24.2 miles
PALMYRA, NJ 8065
950 Octorara Trail 24.4 miles
Parkesburg, PA 19365
9370 N CRESCENT BLVD STE 200 24.4 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8110
102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD 24.4 miles
COCHRANVILLE, PA 19330
1323 Rt 100, 24.5 miles
Barto, PA 19504
212 CHERRY LN 24.6 miles
NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
800 HADDONFIELD RD 24.8 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
807 Haddon Ave, 24.8 miles
Haddonfield, NJ 8033
800 W STATE ST STE 102 24.8 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
DOT Physical Paoli, PA
Federal Law and DOT regulations state that any "covered employee" such as a CDL driver must possess a valid medical card demonstrating that they have successfully passed a DOT Physical examination and complied with all other requirements of DOT regulation part 40 to be eligible to drive.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can schedule your DOT or non DOT physical examination at a location close to you, insure that all required documentation is completed and that you are issued a CDL medical card upon successfully passing the exam.
Recommended items to bring to your DOT physical:
- Eye glasses (bring prescription)
- List of medications
- Clearance letters or physician related documentation
Persons should also be prepared to discuss with the FMCSA certified examiner your health history including past or recent illnesses or other information related to your physical exam.
NON DOT Physicals/Examinations
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can also provide through our nationwide testing locations and affiliated medical facilities non DOT physicals for job fitness, return to duty and follow up.
To Schedule a DOT or Non DOT Physical Paoli, PA
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Paoli, PA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Paoli, PA and throughout the local area which complies with all requirements of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available.
No appointment is necessary, but you must call and register for a DOT Drug Test Paoli, PA location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Paoli, PA location.
Scheduling a DOT Drug Test, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or schedule online 24/7.
Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and the process to schedule a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test is FAST AND EASY.
In addition to providing DOT drug testing Paoli, PA location and DOT breath alcohol testing Paoli, PA location, Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and other surrounding cities. When you need a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test for pre-employment, random or post-accident, call our DOT drug testing Paoli, PA office at (800)221-4291.
On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has over 5000 testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
Department of Transportation (DOT)
If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.
Drug Free Workplace
Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.
We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.
Our DOT drug testing Paoli, PA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.
Our DOT drug testing Paoli, PA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Paoli, PA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.
In accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations if you or your business is regulated by one of the following agencies all "covered safety sensitive" employees (part or full time) must comply with all DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements. For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency in which you or your company is regulated by.
Please Note- If you are currently being audited/inspected or found to be in violation by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and you are calling for DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing, please advise the Accredited Drug Testing DOT Specialist when ordering DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing services.
To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 - Click Here
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all covered employees take a pre-employment 5 panel drug test and have a negative result on file to hold a safety sensitive position.
All DOT regulated companies must have on file a copy of the pre-employment drug test for all covered employees. An applicant saying that they previously took a DOT pre-employment drug test but cannot produce a copy of the drug test result must take a pre-employment drug test before beginning employment in a DOT safety sensitive position.
The Accredited Drug Testing Inc DOT random drug testing program notifies covered employees by email and a phone call and provides the location of the closest testing center for the covered employee to go and take their drug and alcohol test.
Failing to take a random drug or alcohol test once selected can result in substantial fines and penalties by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved random selection Consortium for covered employees who are required to comply with DOT random testing requirements.
DOT Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated companies educate and train all supervisors in how to detect employees under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.
Supervisors must complete and successfully pass a DOT approved supervisor training course.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved Supervisor Training Course which is web based and which will provide a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the course. The course is approximately 3 hours in length and maybe accessed at anytime.
DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that any regulated company with two or more employees holding safety sensitive positions covered by 49 CFR Part 40 must have a written DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy and all employees must be provided a copy of the policy. Companies must comply with all requirements listed in the DOT drug and alcohol policy.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc specializes in the development and implementation of a DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy - Call Accredited Drug Testing in Paoli, PA, (800)221-4291
DOT Additional Requirements/Information
The Department of Transportation only recognizes and authorizes a 5 panel urine drug test and a breath alcohol test for compliance with 49 CFR Part 40.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that a Federal Chain of Custody Form (5 Page CCF) be used with all drug screens and that all breath alcohol testing devices be approved by the DOT.
The staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc are certified and trained in DOT drug specimen collections and DOT breath alcohol testing.
DOT Physicals
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL License must successfully pass a DOT physical to be issued a CDL Medical Card. The Medical Card is valid for 24months and must be renewed every 2 years with a new physical.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT physicals nationwide at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT Physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by the FMCSA.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc is your "one stop shopping" for all DOT Physicals Paoli, PA and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Paoli, PA.
To schedule a DOT Physical Paoli, PA location or DOT Drug Test Paoli, PA location, Call (800)221-4291
Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800)221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- 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: Paoli, Pennsylvania
Paoli /pe??o?li?/ is a census-designated place in Chester County near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It is situated in portions of two townships: Tredyffrin and Willistown. At the 2010 census, it had a total population of 5,575.
The town of Paoli grew around an inn kept in 1769 by Joshua Evans, whose father bought 500 acres (200 ha) from William Penn in 1719 near the current site of the Paoli Post Office. Evans named his inn after General Pasquale Paoli, a Corsican, after he had received the 45th and final toast at a Saint Patrick's Day celebration.[citation needed] The inn's location on the Philadelphia and Lancaster Turnpike, about 20 miles (one day's drive for a horse-drawn wagon) from Philadelphia, ensured its success.
On the evening of September 20, 1777, near Paoli, General Charles Grey and nearly 5,000 British soldiers launched a surprise attack, having intercepted General Washington's orders to General Wayne regarding British rearguard action, on the small regiment of Patriot troops commanded by General Anthony Wayne in an area near his home, (danger regarding a general being too familiar with the terrain), what becomes known as the Paoli Massacre. Not wanting to lose the element of surprise, Grey ordered his troops to remove the flint from their muskets and to use only bayonets or swords to attack the sleeping Americans under the cover of darkness.[citation needed]