Star Junction, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

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Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.4%

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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 Star Junction, PA

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Star Junction, 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 Star Junction, 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.

760 Tri County Lane, Suite 104, 6.6 miles

760 Tri County Lane, Suite 104,
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
Categories: Belle Vernon PA

860 ROSTRAVER RD 6.7 miles

860 ROSTRAVER RD
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
Categories: BELLE VERNON PA

129 SIMPSON RD, STE 105 7.2 miles

129 SIMPSON RD, STE 105
BROWNSVILLE, PA 15417
Categories: BROWNSVILLE PA

146 MOTOR DROME RD 7.8 miles

146 MOTOR DROME RD
SMITHTON, PA 15479
Categories: SMITHTON PA

125 SIMPSON RD 8.1 miles

125 SIMPSON RD
BROWNSVILLE, PA 15417
Categories: BROWNSVILLE PA

800 PLAZA DR STE 210 8.9 miles

800 PLAZA DR STE 210
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
Categories: BELLE VERNON PA

625 LINCOLN AVE STE 203 9.0 miles

625 LINCOLN AVE STE 203
NORTH CHARLEROI, PA 15022
Categories: NORTH CHARLEROI PA

1829 UNIVERSITY RD 9.0 miles

1829 UNIVERSITY RD
DUNBAR, PA 15431
Categories: DUNBAR PA

1829 UNIVERSITY DR 9.1 miles

1829 UNIVERSITY DR
DUNBAR, PA 15431
Categories: DUNBAR PA

1200 MCKEAN AVE STE 107 9.4 miles

1200 MCKEAN AVE STE 107
CHARLEROI, PA 15022
Categories: CHARLEROI PA

1440 Morrell Ave 9.4 miles

1440 Morrell Ave
Connellsville, PA 15425
Categories: Connellsville PA

1048 MORRELL AVE 9.4 miles

1048 MORRELL AVE
CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
Categories: CONNELLSVILLE PA

1000 MCKEAN AVE 9.7 miles

1000 MCKEAN AVE
DONORA, PA 15033
Categories: DONORA PA

301 S ARCH ST 9.7 miles

301 S ARCH ST
CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
Categories: CONNELLSVILLE PA

4918 STATE ROUTE 51 S 10.1 miles

4918 STATE ROUTE 51 S
BELLE VERNON, PA 15012
Categories: BELLE VERNON PA

140 N BEESON AVE STE 300A 10.6 miles

140 N BEESON AVE STE 300A
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
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404 West Main Street, 11.0 miles

404 West Main Street,
Uniontown, PA 15401
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325 MCCLELLANDTOWN RD 11.1 miles

325 MCCLELLANDTOWN RD
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
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500 W BERKELEY ST 11.2 miles

500 W BERKELEY ST
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
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211 EASY ST STE 224 11.2 miles

211 EASY ST STE 224
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
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659 CHERRY TREE LN 11.2 miles

659 CHERRY TREE LN
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
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675A CHERRY TREE LN 11.3 miles

675A CHERRY TREE LN
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
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100 WOODLAWN AVE STE 300 11.3 miles

100 WOODLAWN AVE STE 300
UNIONTOWN, PA 15401
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1163 COUNTRY CLUB RD 11.6 miles

1163 COUNTRY CLUB RD
MONONGAHELA, PA 15063
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308 BESSEMER RD STE 100 12.1 miles

308 BESSEMER RD STE 100
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Categories: MT PLEASANT PA

6396 STATE ROUTE 819 S 12.7 miles

6396 STATE ROUTE 819 S
MT PLEASANT, PA 15666
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508 S CHURCH ST 12.8 miles

508 S CHURCH ST
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
Categories: MOUNT PLEASANT PA

811 S Center Ave 12.8 miles

811 S Center Ave
NEW STANTON, PA 15674
Categories: NEW STANTON PA

220 GREENE PLZ STE 103 12.9 miles

220 GREENE PLZ STE 103
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
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220 GREENE PLZ 12.9 miles

220 GREENE PLZ
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
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1144 NATIONAL PIKE, 13.0 miles

1144 NATIONAL PIKE,
HOPWOOD, PA 15445
Categories: HOPWOOD PA

447 W Main Street, 13.0 miles

447 W Main Street,
Monongahela, PA 15063
Categories: Monongahela PA

615 W SMITHFIELD ST 13.1 miles

615 W SMITHFIELD ST
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
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830 ROUTE 819 S 15.0 miles

830 ROUTE 819 S
MOUNT PLEASANT, PA 15666
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1895 JEFFERSON RD 16.5 miles

1895 JEFFERSON RD
RICES LANDING, PA 15357
Categories: RICES LANDING PA

206 ARLINGTON PL 17.3 miles

206 ARLINGTON PL
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

12116 STATE ROUTE 30 17.8 miles

12116 STATE ROUTE 30
NORTH HUNTINGDON, PA 15642
Categories: NORTH HUNTINGDON PA

11347 ROUTE 30 STE 3 17.8 miles

11347 ROUTE 30 STE 3
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

8943 STATE ROUTE 30, 18.2 miles

8943 STATE ROUTE 30,
IRWIN, PA 15642
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9173 RTE 30, STE 5 18.3 miles

9173 RTE 30, STE 5
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

565 COAL VALLEY RD SOUTH HILLS MEDICAL BUILDING SUITE 502 18.3 miles

565 COAL VALLEY RD SOUTH HILLS MEDICAL BUILDING SUITE 502
CLAIRTON, PA 15025
Categories: CLAIRTON PA

905 SPRUCE ST 18.5 miles

905 SPRUCE ST
IRWIN, PA 15642
Categories: IRWIN PA

2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall 19.2 miles

2001 Lincoln Way, Suite 16, Oak Park Mall
White Oak, PA 15131
Categories: White Oak PA

Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle 19.5 miles

Greengate Centre, 2510 Greengate Centre Circle
Greensburg, PA 15601
Categories: Greensburg PA

7 GLASSWORKS RD 19.8 miles

7 GLASSWORKS RD
GREENSBORO, PA 15338
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1200 Brooks Ln STE 100 19.8 miles

1200 Brooks Ln STE 100
CLAIRTON, PA 15025
Categories: CLAIRTON PA

532 W PITTSBURGH ST 19.8 miles

532 W PITTSBURGH ST
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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870 WEATHERWOOD LN 19.9 miles

870 WEATHERWOOD LN
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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575 Coal Valley Road Suite 502 19.9 miles

575 Coal Valley Road Suite 502
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

695 CLAIRTON BLVD 20.2 miles

695 CLAIRTON BLVD
PLEASANT HILLS, PA 15236
Categories: PLEASANT HILLS PA

161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2 20.4 miles

161 E OTTERMAN ST STE 2
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

1951 LINCOLN HWY 21.0 miles

1951 LINCOLN HWY
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
Categories: NORTH VERSAILLES PA

5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300 21.2 miles

5126 STATE ROUTE 30 STE 300
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park 21.2 miles

200 VILLAGE DR Mt. View Medical Park
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991 21.2 miles

4000 HEMPFIELD PLAZA BLVD Ste 991
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B 21.2 miles

134 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD 2300B
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
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6510 STATE ROUTE 30 21.3 miles

6510 STATE ROUTE 30
JEANNETTE, PA 15644
Categories: JEANNETTE PA

3706 5TH AVE Ste 2 21.3 miles

3706 5TH AVE Ste 2
NORTH VERSAILLES, PA 15137
Categories: NORTH VERSAILLES PA

751 PITTSBURGH MCKEESPORT BLVD 21.4 miles

751 PITTSBURGH MCKEESPORT BLVD
DRAVOSBURG, PA 15034
Categories: DRAVOSBURG PA

5240 ROUTE 30, STE B, 21.5 miles

5240 ROUTE 30, STE B,
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

135 LOVES HILL EXT 21.6 miles

135 LOVES HILL EXT
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
Categories: WAYNESBURG PA

275 CURRY HOLLOW RD, SUITE 160 21.8 miles

275 CURRY HOLLOW RD, SUITE 160
PITTSBURGH, PA 15236
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

1907 Lebanon Church Road, Suite 104 22.1 miles

1907 Lebanon Church Road, Suite 104
West Mifflin, PA 15122
Categories: West Mifflin PA

143 HARTMAN RD STE 10 22.1 miles

143 HARTMAN RD STE 10
GREENSBURG, PA 15601
Categories: GREENSBURG PA

4176 NATIONAL PIKE STE 4 22.4 miles

4176 NATIONAL PIKE STE 4
FARMINGTON, PA 15437
Categories: FARMINGTON PA

2413 LYTLE RD 23.2 miles

2413 LYTLE RD
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
Categories: BETHEL PARK PA

5219 Library Road, Unit E9, South Park Shops 23.2 miles

5219 Library Road, Unit E9, South Park Shops
Bethel Park, PA 15102
Categories: Bethel Park PA

161 WATERDAM RD APT 160 23.8 miles

161 WATERDAM RD APT 160
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
Categories: MCMURRAY PA

4000 WASHINGTON RD STE 203 24.0 miles

4000 WASHINGTON RD STE 203
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
Categories: MCMURRAY PA

1015 Waterdam Plaza Drive, 24.0 miles

1015 Waterdam Plaza Drive,
Mc Murray, PA 15317
Categories: Mc Murray PA

1474 ROUTE 51 24.0 miles

1474 ROUTE 51
JEFFERSON HILLS, PA 15025
Categories: JEFFERSON HILLS PA

3840 WASHINGTON RD STE 300 24.1 miles

3840 WASHINGTON RD STE 300
MCMURRAY, PA 15317
Categories: MCMURRAY PA

3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD 24.2 miles

3516 SAW MILL RUN BLVD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15227
Categories: PITTSBURGH PA

4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood 24.2 miles

4225 Brownsville Rd, Shoppes at Brentwood
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
Categories: Pittsburgh PA

2629 MOUNT MORRIS RD 24.4 miles

2629 MOUNT MORRIS RD
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
Categories: WAYNESBURG PA

2600 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 150 24.4 miles

2600 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 150
UPPER ST CLAIR, PA 15241
Categories: UPPER ST CLAIR PA

350 BONAR AVE 24.4 miles

350 BONAR AVE
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
Categories: WAYNESBURG PA

1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA 24.5 miles

1300 Oxford Drive, Suite 1AA
Bethel Park, PA 15102
Categories: Bethel Park PA

3876 STATE ROUTE 30 24.6 miles

3876 STATE ROUTE 30
LATROBE, PA 15650
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5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6 24.6 miles

5927 STATE ROUTE 981 STE 6
LATROBE, PA 15650
Categories: LATROBE PA

35 N PORTER ST 24.8 miles

35 N PORTER ST
WAYNESBURG, PA 15370
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2000 OXFORD DR STE 110 24.8 miles

2000 OXFORD DR STE 110
BETHEL PARK, PA 15102
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207 W 7TH AVE 25.0 miles

207 W 7TH AVE
HOMESTEAD, PA 15120
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DOT Physical Star Junction, 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 Star Junction, PA

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Star Junction, PA

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Star Junction, PA location or DOT Drug Test Star Junction, 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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Local Area Info: Star Junction, Pennsylvania

Star Junction is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Perry Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States. The community is located on Pennsylvania Route 51. At the 2010 census, the population was 616.

Star Junction was founded in 1893, when the Washington No. 2 Mine was opened by the Washington Coal and Coke Company. It is so-named because it was once the site of a railroad depot, the end of the line for the Washington Run Railroad. Star Junction was once a coal mining center, with beehive ovens for coke manufacture and a foundry. It was the site of labor unrest, including the walkout of 4,500 miners in 1922. Although the company store and mines are long gone, the "patch" (the groups of company houses) still remains and houses many residents. This area was added to the "Determined Eligible List" of the Bureau of Historic Preservation, as an example of a typical coal town, and has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.

Star Junction is in northwestern Fayette County, in the southwest part of Perry Township. Via PA 51 it is 2 miles (3 km) north to Perryopolis and 13 miles (21 km) south to Uniontown, the county seat.

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Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.4%

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