Plant City, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 38,714 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +29.4%

Population (female): 19,464

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $976.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Plant City: 94.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Elevation: 130 feet

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 33563, 33565, 33566, 33567

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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 Plant City, FL

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Plant City, FL 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 Plant City, FL 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.

1009 W BAKER ST 1.1 miles

1009 W BAKER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

413 N ALEXANDER ST 1.4 miles

413 N ALEXANDER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

301 N ALEXANDER ST 1.4 miles

301 N ALEXANDER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

802 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE C 1.5 miles

802 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE C
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

607 S ALEXANDER ST STE 107 110 1.6 miles

607 S ALEXANDER ST STE 107 110
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

206 W ALEXANDER ST, STE 2 2.1 miles

206 W ALEXANDER ST, STE 2
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

2303 AIRPORT RD 2.4 miles

2303 AIRPORT RD
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

5675 NEW TAMPA HWY STE 1 5.1 miles

5675 NEW TAMPA HWY STE 1
LAKELAND, FL 33815
Categories: LAKELAND FL

3604 HARDEN BLVD 8.6 miles

3604 HARDEN BLVD
LAKELAND, FL 33803
Categories: LAKELAND FL

3240 S Florida Ave Ste 101 9.7 miles

3240 S Florida Ave Ste 101
Lakeland, FL 33803
Categories: Lakeland FL

5676 S FLORIDA AVE 9.9 miles

5676 S FLORIDA AVE
LAKELAND, FL 33813
Categories: LAKELAND FL

4710 S FLORIDA AVE 10.0 miles

4710 S FLORIDA AVE
LAKELAND, FL 33813
Categories: LAKELAND FL

4226 US HIGHWAY 98 N 10.3 miles

4226 US HIGHWAY 98 N
LAKELAND, FL 33809
Categories: LAKELAND FL

1600 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD 10.4 miles

1600 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD
LAKELAND, FL 33805
Categories: LAKELAND FL

5040 US HIGHWAY 98 N 10.4 miles

5040 US HIGHWAY 98 N
LAKELAND, FL 33809
Categories: LAKELAND FL

3037 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 1, 10.7 miles

3037 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 1,
Lakeland, FL 33805
Categories: Lakeland FL

3131 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD STE 1 10.8 miles

3131 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD STE 1
LAKELAND, FL 33805
Categories: LAKELAND FL

801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 11.0 miles

801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
Categories: SEFFNER FL

1707 E EDGEWOOD DR 11.3 miles

1707 E EDGEWOOD DR
LAKELAND, FL 33803
Categories: LAKELAND FL

1801 CRYSTAL LAKE DR 11.4 miles

1801 CRYSTAL LAKE DR
LAKELAND, FL 33801
Categories: LAKELAND FL

11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 11.6 miles

11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
Categories: SEFFNER FL

206 E BRANDON BLVD 11.8 miles

206 E BRANDON BLVD
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B 11.8 miles

205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

427 S PARSONS AVE STE 120 12.0 miles

427 S PARSONS AVE STE 120
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209 12.0 miles

220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

2142 E EDGEWOOD DR 12.0 miles

2142 E EDGEWOOD DR
LAKELAND, FL 33803
Categories: LAKELAND FL

230 S MOON AVE 12.1 miles

230 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE 12.2 miles

1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE
VALRICO, FL 33596
Categories: VALRICO FL

613 MEDICAL CARE DR 12.3 miles

613 MEDICAL CARE DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

934 Oakfield Drive 12.5 miles

934 Oakfield Drive
Brandon, FL 33511
Categories: Brandon FL

1411 OAKFIELD DR 13.0 miles

1411 OAKFIELD DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

519 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE STE A 13.1 miles

519 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE STE A
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

3110 CHERRY PALM DR 14.4 miles

3110 CHERRY PALM DR
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

5219 10TH ST 15.3 miles

5219 10TH ST
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

3012 N US HIGHWAY 301 15.4 miles

3012 N US HIGHWAY 301
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

9210 FLORIDA PALM DR 15.4 miles

9210 FLORIDA PALM DR
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

62 Southampton Blvd 16.6 miles

62 Southampton Blvd
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

6719 Gall Blvd., Suite 101 17.0 miles

6719 Gall Blvd., Suite 101
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Categories: Zephyrhills FL

6755 GALL BLVD 17.0 miles

6755 GALL BLVD
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

10320 N 56TH ST STE 110 17.1 miles

10320 N 56TH ST STE 110
TEMPLE TERRACE, FL 33617
Categories: TEMPLE TERRACE FL

7050 GALL BLVD 17.2 miles

7050 GALL BLVD
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33541
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

7108 CAUSEWAY BLVD 17.3 miles

7108 CAUSEWAY BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

18101 HIGHWOODS PRESERVE PKWY 17.5 miles

18101 HIGHWOODS PRESERVE PKWY
TAMPA, FL 33647
Categories: TAMPA FL

37802 MEDICAL ARTS CT 17.5 miles

37802 MEDICAL ARTS CT
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33541
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

20677 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD 17.9 miles

20677 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33647
Categories: TAMPA FL

1750 N 50TH ST 18.0 miles

1750 N 50TH ST
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

1750 N BROADWAY AVE 18.1 miles

1750 N BROADWAY AVE
BARTOW, FL 33830
Categories: BARTOW FL

2200 OSPREY BLVD 18.1 miles

2200 OSPREY BLVD
BARTOW, FL 33830
Categories: BARTOW FL

235 N COMMONWEALTH AVE 18.2 miles

235 N COMMONWEALTH AVE
POLK CITY, FL 33868
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1724 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD STE Q2 18.3 miles

1724 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD STE Q2
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
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4305 E 21ST AVE 18.3 miles

4305 E 21ST AVE
TEMPE, FL 33605
Categories: TEMPE FL

4305 E 21ST AVE 18.3 miles

4305 E 21ST AVE
TAMPA, FL 33605
Categories: TAMPA FL

3100 E FLETCHER AVE 19.1 miles

3100 E FLETCHER AVE
TAMPA, FL 33613
Categories: TAMPA FL

11315 N 30TH ST 19.2 miles

11315 N 30TH ST
TAMPA, FL 33612
Categories: TAMPA FL

13610 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD 19.3 miles

13610 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33613
Categories: TAMPA FL

14438 UNIVERSITY COVE PL 19.4 miles

14438 UNIVERSITY COVE PL
TAMPA, FL 33613
Categories: TAMPA FL

1350 E MAIN ST STE C-1 19.5 miles

1350 E MAIN ST STE C-1
BARTOW, FL 33830
Categories: BARTOW FL

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102 19.6 miles

26827 Foggy Creek Rd, Bldg. 6 Suite 102
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Categories: Wesley Chapel FL

125 NEWBERN CIR 19.9 miles

125 NEWBERN CIR
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

27421 STATE ROAD 54 20.0 miles

27421 STATE ROAD 54
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103 20.4 miles

1010 E BUSCH BLVD STE 103
TAMPA, FL 33612
Categories: TAMPA FL

4602 N NEBRASKA AVE 20.7 miles

4602 N NEBRASKA AVE
TAMPA, FL 33603
Categories: TAMPA FL

1200 E 6TH AVE 20.7 miles

1200 E 6TH AVE
TAMPA, FL 33605
Categories: TAMPA FL

430 E DERBY AVE 20.7 miles

430 E DERBY AVE
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

5129 STATE ROAD 674 STE A 20.8 miles

5129 STATE ROAD 674 STE A
WIMAUMA, FL 33598
Categories: WIMAUMA FL

5504 GATEWAY BLVD 21.0 miles

5504 GATEWAY BLVD
WESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33544
Categories: WESLEY CHAPEL FL

24420 STATE ROAD 54 21.3 miles

24420 STATE ROAD 54
LUTZ, FL 33559
Categories: LUTZ FL

15511 N Florida Avenue, Suites 602 21.7 miles

15511 N Florida Avenue, Suites 602
Tampa, FL 33613
Categories: Tampa FL

301 W PLATT ST STE 152 21.9 miles

301 W PLATT ST STE 152
TAMPA, FL 33606
Categories: TAMPA FL

829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115 22.3 miles

829 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE 115
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

22945 STATE ROAD 54 22.4 miles

22945 STATE ROAD 54
LUTZ, FL 33549
Categories: LUTZ FL

2727 W DR MLK BLVD STE 200 22.9 miles

2727 W DR MLK BLVD STE 200
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

4728 N HABANA AVE ste 102 22.9 miles

4728 N HABANA AVE ste 102
TAMPA, FL 33614
Categories: TAMPA FL

2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 23.0 miles

2810 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

1120 HAVENDALE BLVD NW 23.1 miles

1120 HAVENDALE BLVD NW
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 23.1 miles

3005 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

550 Pope Ave NW Ste 200 23.3 miles

550 Pope Ave NW Ste 200
Winter Haven, FL 33881
Categories: Winter Haven FL

3860 W COLUMBUS DR W BOY SCOUT BLVD 23.4 miles

3860 W COLUMBUS DR W BOY SCOUT BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33607
Categories: TAMPA FL

2919 W SWANN AVE Ste 402 23.6 miles

2919 W SWANN AVE Ste 402
TAMPA, FL 33609
Categories: TAMPA FL

320 1ST ST S 23.7 miles

320 1ST ST S
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

400 1ST ST N 23.7 miles

400 1ST ST N
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

500 1ST ST N 23.7 miles

500 1ST ST N
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

3450 Bushwood Park Dive Ste 100 23.7 miles

3450 Bushwood Park Dive Ste 100
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

7001 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 10 23.8 miles

7001 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 10
TAMPA, FL 33614
Categories: TAMPA FL

3305 W KENNEDY BLVD 23.9 miles

3305 W KENNEDY BLVD
TAMPA, FL 33609
Categories: TAMPA FL

15423 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 101 24.1 miles

15423 N DALE MABRY HWY STE 101
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

575 E CENTRAL AVE 24.1 miles

575 E CENTRAL AVE
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

13856 N DALE MABRY HWY 24.2 miles

13856 N DALE MABRY HWY
TAMPA, FL 33618
Categories: TAMPA FL

13933 17TH ST STE 101 24.2 miles

13933 17TH ST STE 101
DADE CITY, FL 33525
Categories: DADE CITY FL

3837 NORTHDALE BLVD STE 140 24.5 miles

3837 NORTHDALE BLVD STE 140
Tampa, FL 33624
Categories: Tampa FL

6015 REX HALL LN 24.6 miles

6015 REX HALL LN
APOLLO BEACH, FL 33572
Categories: APOLLO BEACH FL

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DOT Physical Plant City, FL

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 Plant City, FL

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Plant City, FL

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Plant City, FL location or DOT Drug Test Plant City, FL 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: Plant City, Florida

Plant City is an incorporated city in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States, approximately midway between Brandon and Lakeland along Interstate 4. The population was 34,721 at the 2010 census.

Despite many thinking it was named for flora grown at plant nurseries (especially vegetables and fruits, as well as tropical houseplants) in its tropical Gulf Coast climate, it was named after prominent railroad developer Henry B. Plant (see Plant System). Plant City is known as the winter strawberry capital of the world and hosts the annual Florida Strawberry Festival in the late winter (usually in February or early March), which is attended by people from all over the United States as well as many people from around the world.

Plant City's original name was Ichepuckesassa (also known as Idasukshed) after the Indian village that once occupied the territory. Its name caused so much confusion that the city was renamed "Cork", after the postmaster's Irish hometown. It was finally given the name "Plant City" in commemoration of Henry B. Plant and his railroad, which significantly boosted the commerce in this primarily agricultural community by incorporating it with the South Florida Railroad.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 38,714 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +29.4%

Population (female): 19,464

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $976.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Plant City: 94.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Elevation: 130 feet

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 33563, 33565, 33566, 33567

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