Pottstown, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Pottstown: 102.4 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.7%

Poverty (breakdown): (14.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 35.2% for Black residents, 44.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for American Indian residents, 49.8% for other race residents, 28.5% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (17.7%), Italian (6.8%), Irish (5.3%), American (4.4%), Pennsylvania German (3.6%), English (2.7%).

Land Area: 4.83 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 15,230 - 66.5%
      Black alone - 4,428 - 19.3%
      Hispanic - 1,768 - 7.7%
      Two or more races - 1,364 - 6.0%
      Asian alone - 155 - 0.7%
      Other race alone - 46 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 32 - 0.1%

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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 Pottstown, PA

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Pottstown, 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 Pottstown, 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.

81 ROBINSON ST CAREPLEX BUILDING 1.4 miles

81 ROBINSON ST CAREPLEX BUILDING
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
Categories: POTTSTOWN PA

1600 E HIGH ST 1.5 miles

1600 E HIGH ST
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
Categories: POTTSTOWN PA

1569 Medical Dr, 1.5 miles

1569 Medical Dr,
Pottstown, PA 19464
Categories: Pottstown PA

2089 E HIGH ST 1.9 miles

2089 E HIGH ST
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
Categories: POTTSTOWN PA

1050 E Philadelphia Ave, 5.3 miles

1050 E Philadelphia Ave,
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
Categories: Gilbertsville PA

Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road 7.1 miles

Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road
Royersford, PA 19468
Categories: Royersford PA

407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109 7.4 miles

407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

321 N Furnace St, 8.9 miles

321 N Furnace St,
Birdsboro, PA 19508
Categories: Birdsboro PA

1323 Rt 100, 9.4 miles

1323 Rt 100,
Barto, PA 19504
Categories: Barto PA

Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735 9.8 miles

Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Categories: Phoenixville PA

450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center 10.6 miles

450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Categories: Phoenixville PA

78 2ND AVE 11.0 miles

78 2ND AVE
COLLEGEVILLE, PA 19426
Categories: COLLEGEVILLE PA

45 S PINE ST 11.8 miles

45 S PINE ST
ELVERSON, PA 19520
Categories: ELVERSON PA

4400 Perkiomen Ave, 12.6 miles

4400 Perkiomen Ave,
Reading, PA 19606
Categories: Reading PA

2793 GERYVILLE PIKE UPPER PERKIOMEN OUTPATIENT CTR 12.8 miles

2793 GERYVILLE PIKE UPPER PERKIOMEN OUTPATIENT CTR
PENNSBURG, PA 18073
Categories: PENNSBURG PA

WALNUT ST 12.9 miles

WALNUT ST
READING, PA 19606
Categories: READING PA

622 Gravel Pike, 13.2 miles

622 Gravel Pike,
East Greenville, PA 18041
Categories: East Greenville PA

80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005 13.4 miles

80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N 13.5 miles

80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102, 13.5 miles

80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102,
Exton, PA 19341
Categories: Exton PA

625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE 13.8 miles

625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

270 MAIN ST 13.9 miles

270 MAIN ST
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
Categories: HARLEYSVILLE PA

345 Main Street, 13.9 miles

345 Main Street,
Harleysville, PA 19438
Categories: Harleysville PA

183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente 15.0 miles

183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente
Exton, PA 19341
Categories: Exton PA

102 Schubert Dr 15.3 miles

102 Schubert Dr
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

2521 W MAIN ST 15.3 miles

2521 W MAIN ST
NORRISTOWN, PA 19403
Categories: NORRISTOWN PA

309 Lancaster Avenue, 15.3 miles

309 Lancaster Avenue,
Frazer, PA 19355
Categories: Frazer PA

257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220 15.3 miles

257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

5001B PERKIOMEN AVE 15.5 miles

5001B PERKIOMEN AVE
READING, PA 19606
Categories: READING PA

1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD 15.6 miles

1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD
BERWYN, PA 19312
Categories: BERWYN PA

11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 15.8 miles

11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
PAOLI, PA 19301
Categories: PAOLI PA

15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101 16.0 miles

15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101
Paoli, PA 19301
Categories: Paoli PA

1235 Horseshoe Pike, 16.3 miles

1235 Horseshoe Pike,
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140 17.0 miles

150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

308 E Lancaster Ave, 17.0 miles

308 E Lancaster Ave,
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

520 E Lancaster Ave, 17.2 miles

520 E Lancaster Ave,
Shillington, PA 19607
Categories: Shillington PA

99 MANOR AVE STE 2 17.2 miles

99 MANOR AVE STE 2
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD 17.7 miles

250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD
RADNOR, PA 19087
Categories: RADNOR PA

3050 N 5th Street Hwy, 17.8 miles

3050 N 5th Street Hwy,
Reading, PA 19605
Categories: Reading PA

170 N HENDERSON RD STE 306 17.9 miles

170 N HENDERSON RD STE 306
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406
Categories: KING OF PRUSSIA PA

107 Town Center Road 17.9 miles

107 Town Center Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Categories: King of Prussia PA

708 Route 113, 18.0 miles

708 Route 113,
Souderton, PA 18964
Categories: Souderton PA

170 N Henderson Rd, Suite 204 18.0 miles

170 N Henderson Rd, Suite 204
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Categories: King Of Prussia PA

1019 S BROAD ST 18.2 miles

1019 S BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

700 LAWN AVE 18.4 miles

700 LAWN AVE
SELLERSVILLE, PA 18960
Categories: SELLERSVILLE PA

1437 Dekalb St, 18.4 miles

1437 Dekalb St,
Norristown, PA 19401
Categories: Norristown PA

201 REECEVILLE RD 18.5 miles

201 REECEVILLE RD
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
Categories: COATESVILLE PA

4201 POTTSVILLE PIKE 18.6 miles

4201 POTTSVILLE PIKE
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

1665 STATE HILL RD BERKSHIRE MALL 18.7 miles

1665 STATE HILL RD BERKSHIRE MALL
WYOMISSING, PA 19610
Categories: WYOMISSING PA

2001 State Hill Road, Suite 130 18.8 miles

2001 State Hill Road, Suite 130
Wyomissing, PA 19610
Categories: Wyomissing PA

3301 E Lincoln Hwy, 18.8 miles

3301 E Lincoln Hwy,
Thorndale, PA 19372
Categories: Thorndale PA

915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3 18.9 miles

915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
Categories: WEST CHESTER PA

3225 N 5TH STREET HWY STE 4 19.0 miles

3225 N 5TH STREET HWY STE 4
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

525 N BROAD ST 19.0 miles

525 N BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

720--730 E Johnson Highway, 19.0 miles

720--730 E Johnson Highway,
Norristown, PA 19401
Categories: Norristown PA

Caramoor Village, 6465 Village Lane 19.1 miles

Caramoor Village, 6465 Village Lane
Macungie, PA 18062
Categories: Macungie PA

826 N BROAD ST 19.1 miles

826 N BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

1313 N BROAD ST 19.3 miles

1313 N BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105 19.4 miles

606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
Categories: WEST CHESTER PA

PO BOX 754 19.4 miles

PO BOX 754
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

600 E Marshall St, 19.4 miles

600 E Marshall St,
West Chester, PA 19380
Categories: West Chester PA

1114 COMMONS BLVD 19.4 miles

1114 COMMONS BLVD
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

724 Dekalb Pike, 19.5 miles

724 Dekalb Pike,
Blue Bell, PA 19422
Categories: Blue Bell PA

96 COMMERCE DR STE 113 19.6 miles

96 COMMERCE DR STE 113
WYOMISSING, PA 19610
Categories: WYOMISSING PA

1534 PARK AVE STE 240 19.8 miles

1534 PARK AVE STE 240
QUAKERTOWN, PA 18951
Categories: QUAKERTOWN PA

850 GERMANTOWN PIKE 19.8 miles

850 GERMANTOWN PIKE
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Categories: PLYMOUTH MEETING PA

1970 N BROAD ST 19.9 miles

1970 N BROAD ST
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

510 E Gay Street 19.9 miles

510 E Gay Street
West Chester, PA 19382
Categories: West Chester PA

2031 N BROAD ST STE 127 19.9 miles

2031 N BROAD ST STE 127
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Categories: LANSDALE PA

2500 BERNVILLE RD 20.0 miles

2500 BERNVILLE RD
READING, PA 19605
Categories: READING PA

2131 N Broad St, 20.0 miles

2131 N Broad St,
Lansdale, PA 19446
Categories: Lansdale PA

229 N West End Blvd, 20.0 miles

229 N West End Blvd,
Quakertown, PA 18951
Categories: Quakertown PA

32 MAPLE AVE 20.2 miles

32 MAPLE AVE
LINE LEXINGTON, PA 18932
Categories: LINE LEXINGTON PA

1502 W Chester Pike, 20.5 miles

1502 W Chester Pike,
West Chester, PA 19382
Categories: West Chester PA

6900 HAMILTON BLVD STE 145 20.7 miles

6900 HAMILTON BLVD STE 145
TREXLERTOWN, PA 18087
Categories: TREXLERTOWN PA

244 W LINCOLN HWY 21.1 miles

244 W LINCOLN HWY
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
Categories: COATESVILLE PA

200 BARR HARBOR DR STE 400 21.4 miles

200 BARR HARBOR DR STE 400
W CNSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428
Categories: W CNSHOHOCKEN PA

111 E Harrison St, 21.9 miles

111 E Harrison St,
Emmaus, PA 18049
Categories: Emmaus PA

227 S ROUTE 100 22.1 miles

227 S ROUTE 100
ALLENTOWN, PA 18106
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

1500 HORIZON DR STE 102 22.2 miles

1500 HORIZON DR STE 102
CHALFONT, PA 18914
Categories: CHALFONT PA

1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205 22.2 miles

1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205
Chalfont, PA 18914
Categories: Chalfont PA

3574 West Chester Pike, 22.3 miles

3574 West Chester Pike,
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Categories: Newtown Square PA

1 E BEACON LIGHT LN 22.4 miles

1 E BEACON LIGHT LN
CHESTER, PA 19013
Categories: CHESTER PA

1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 22.8 miles

1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd,
Allentown, PA 18103
Categories: Allentown PA

1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD 22.8 miles

1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

1101 S Cedar Crest Blvd 23.2 miles

1101 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103
Categories: Allentown PA

501 CETRONIA RD STE 105 23.5 miles

501 CETRONIA RD STE 105
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

4815 W TILGHMAN ST 23.8 miles

4815 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

4825 W TILGHMAN ST 23.8 miles

4825 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

4144 W TILGHMAN ST 24.0 miles

4144 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

2100 MACK BLVD 24.1 miles

2100 MACK BLVD
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

950 Octorara Trail 24.2 miles

950 Octorara Trail
Parkesburg, PA 19365
Categories: Parkesburg PA

515 Pennsylvania Ave, 24.3 miles

515 Pennsylvania Ave,
Ft Washington, PA 19034
Categories: Ft Washington PA

535 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 101 24.3 miles

535 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 101
FORT WASHINGTON, PA 19034
Categories: FORT WASHINGTON PA

2015 W HAMILTON ST 24.4 miles

2015 W HAMILTON ST
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

2000 SPROUL RD STE 102 24.8 miles

2000 SPROUL RD STE 102
BROOMALL, PA 19008
Categories: BROOMALL PA

1107 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 103 24.8 miles

1107 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 103
Flourtown, PA 19031
Categories: Flourtown PA

2010 W Chester Pike, 24.9 miles

2010 W Chester Pike,
Havertown, PA 19083
Categories: Havertown PA

2015 WEST HAMILTON ST, STE 104 25.0 miles

2015 WEST HAMILTON ST, STE 104
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA

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DOT Physical Pottstown, 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 Pottstown, PA

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Pottstown, PA

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Pottstown, PA location or DOT Drug Test Pottstown, 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

  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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Show Regional Data

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Pottstown: 102.4 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.7%

Poverty (breakdown): (14.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 35.2% for Black residents, 44.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for American Indian residents, 49.8% for other race residents, 28.5% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (17.7%), Italian (6.8%), Irish (5.3%), American (4.4%), Pennsylvania German (3.6%), English (2.7%).

Land Area: 4.83 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 15,230 - 66.5%
      Black alone - 4,428 - 19.3%
      Hispanic - 1,768 - 7.7%
      Two or more races - 1,364 - 6.0%
      Asian alone - 155 - 0.7%
      Other race alone - 46 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 32 - 0.1%

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