DOT Physical Suffern, NY
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Suffern, NY 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 Suffern, NY 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.
10 FRANKLIN TPKE 0.7 miles
MAHWAH, NJ 7430
Indian Rock Shopping Center, Route 59 & Hemion Road 1.1 miles
Suffern, NY 10901
180 FRANKLIN TPKE 1.3 miles
MAHWAH, NJ 7430
500 N Franklin Turnpike,, second floor 2.8 miles
Ramsey, NJ 7446
222 ROUTE 59 2.9 miles
SUFFERN, NY 10901
85 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD 5.9 miles
Montvale, NJ 7645
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD STE 401 6.2 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
159 FRANKLIN TPKE 6.7 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
140 FRANKLIN TPKE 6.8 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
1540 ROUTE 202 STE 6 6.8 miles
POMONA, NY 10970
420 Nanuet Mall S, Unit 307 7.0 miles
Nanuet, NY 10954
104 E ROUTE 59 7.2 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
978 Route 45, Ste 202 7.2 miles
Pomona, NY 10970
259 N MIDDLETOWN RD 7.2 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
19 YAWPO AVE 7.8 miles
OAKLAND, NJ 7436
151 N Main St, Unit 307 8.7 miles
New City, NY 10956
1 W RIDGEWOOD AVE STE G1 9.4 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
401 GOFFLE RD 9.6 miles
RIDGEWOOD, NJ 7450
127 Union St, 9.6 miles
Ridgewood, NJ 7450
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HAWTHORNE, NJ 7506
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PARAMUS, NJ 7652
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HEWITT, NJ 7421
34 N ROUTE 9W 10.8 miles
WEST HAVERSTRAW, NY 10993
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ORANGEBURG, NY 10962
72 HAMBURG TPKE 11.4 miles
RIVERDALE, NJ 7457
215 OLD HOOK RD 11.4 miles
WESTWOOD, NJ 7675
261 Old Hook Rd, 11.5 miles
Westwood, NJ 7675
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705 HAMBURG TPKE 11.6 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
401 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 203 11.8 miles
Wayne, NJ 7470
311 NORTH MIDLAND AVE 11.8 miles
NYACK, NY 10960
307 HAMBURG TPKE, STE 103 11.9 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
680 Kinderkamack Rd, 12.2 miles
Oradell, NJ 7649
193 Route 17 South 12.3 miles
Paramus, NJ 7652
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FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
160 PARIS AVE STE 1 12.9 miles
NORTHVALE, NJ 7647
83 HEWITT RD 12.9 miles
HEWITT, NJ 7421
15 ESSEX RD STE 5 13.2 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
33-00 Broadway, Suite 305 13.4 miles
Fair Lawn, NJ 7410
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Butler, NJ 7405
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PATERSON, NJ 7514
500 PIERMONT RD STE 304 14.4 miles
CLOSTER, NJ 7624
40 WASHINGTON AVE 14.7 miles
DUMONT, NJ 7628
791 Route 17M, Monroe Shopping Center 15.0 miles
Monroe, NY 10950
225 US HIGHWAY 46 STE A 15.1 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
500 Union Blvd, 15.2 miles
Totowa, NJ 7512
500 UNION BLVD 15.2 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
60 MAIN ST STE 2 C 15.3 miles
WARWICK, NY 10990
200 South Broadway, Suite 102 15.3 miles
Tarrytown, NY 10591
155 WHITE PLAINS RD 15.8 miles
TARRYTOWN, NY 10591
385 Prospect Ave, 16.0 miles
Hackensack, NJ 7601
184 ESSEX ST 16.1 miles
LODI, NJ 7644
283 PIAGET AVE 16.2 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7011
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HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
16 BROOKWOOD RD 16.4 miles
TOWACO, NJ 7082
1139 MAIN AVENUE 16.6 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7015
660 White Plains Rd Ste 630 16.7 miles
Tarrytown, NY 10591
360 ESSEX ST STE 203 16.7 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
On-site only 17.0 miles
Clifton, NJ 7013
140 FRANKLIN RD 17.0 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
1034 N BROADWAY 17.1 miles
YONKERS, NY 10701
970 N Broadway, Ste 205 17.2 miles
Yonkers, NY 10701
179 Cedar Lane, Suite E 17.3 miles
Teaneck, NJ 7666
1011 CLIFTON AVE STE 2C 17.4 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
718 TEANECK RD 17.7 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
160 N CENTRAL AVE 17.8 miles
ELMSFORD, NY 10523
505 STATE ROUTE 208 Ste 15 18.0 miles
MONROE, NY 10950
150 NORTH ST 18.1 miles
TETERBORO, NJ 7608
1980 CROMPOND RD 18.1 miles
CORTLANDT MANOR, NY 10567
280 Dobbs Ferry Rd, Sprain Brook Medical Center 18.2 miles
White Plains, NY 10607
150 FAIRFIELD RD 18.2 miles
FAIRFIELD, NJ 7004
881 Allwood Rd, Suite 103 18.3 miles
Clifton, NJ 7012
1355 BROAD ST 18.3 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
2 Stowe Rd, 5th Floor - Suite 15 18.4 miles
Peekskill, NY 10566
25 Rockwood Pl, Ste 1 18.4 miles
Englewood, NJ 7631
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 18.6 miles
WOOD RIDGE, NJ 7075
297 KNOLLWOOD RD, STE 310 18.6 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10607
800 SYLVAN AVE 18.8 miles
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ 7632
174 Marble Ave, Ste 1 18.9 miles
Pleasantville, NY 10570
212 STATE HIGHWAY 94 STE 1D 18.9 miles
VERNON, NJ 7462
100 WOODS RD STE CG12 CEDARWOOD HALL 19.2 miles
VALHALLA, NY 10595
1 ORCHARD ST 19.4 miles
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ 7660
464 Hudson Terrace, 19.4 miles
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 7632
280 N CENTRAL AVE STE 115 19.6 miles
HARTSDALE, NY 10530
359 N Central Ave 19.7 miles
Hartsdale, NY 10530
71 UNION AVE STE 103 19.8 miles
RUTHERFORD, NJ 7070
614 FRANKLIN AVE STE 101 20.0 miles
NUTLEY, NJ 7110
17 Sylvan St, 20.0 miles
Rutherford, NJ 7070
3765 Riverdale Ave, STE 6 20.1 miles
Bronx, NY 10463
338 W MAIN ST 20.3 miles
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123 MCAFEE VERNON RD STE 100 20.4 miles
VERNON, NJ 7462
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BOONTON, NJ 7005
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PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
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NEW YORK, NY 10034
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WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601
557 BROAD ST 20.9 miles
BLOOMFIELD, NJ 7003
560 NEW YORK AVE 21.0 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
49 Claremont Avenue, 21.1 miles
Montclair, NJ 7042
464 VALLEY BROOK AVE 21.1 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
1 GREENWOOD AVE STE 102 21.2 miles
MONTCLAIR, NJ 7042
12 N 7TH AVE 21.3 miles
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
3 COATES DRIVE 21.4 miles
GOSHEN, NY 10924
105 Stevens Ave, Ste 205 21.4 miles
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
190 BALDWIN RD 21.5 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
178 FLOYD ST 21.6 miles
BELLEVILLE, NJ 7109
30 Hatfield Lane, 21.7 miles
Goshen, NY 10924
663 PALISADE AVE 21.8 miles
CLIFFSIDE PARK, NJ 7010
109 AUDUBON AVE 21.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10032
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BRONX, NY 10458
321 KEAR ST 21.9 miles
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598
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GOSHEN, NY 10924
464 EAGLE ROCK AVE STE C 22.1 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
1 Clara Maass Drive Cont Care Bldg 1st FL 22.1 miles
Belleville, NJ 7109
2385 Arthur Avenue, Suites 201 & 202 22.2 miles
Bronx, NY 10458
50 Cherry Hill Rd, Ste 103 22.4 miles
Parsippany, NJ 7054
656 E FORDHAM RD 22.5 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
3421 BROADWAY 22.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10031
495 E MAIN ST 22.7 miles
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
148 PARSIPPANY RD STE 2 22.9 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
456 PROSPECT AVE 22.9 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
83 South Bedford Road, Floor 3 23.0 miles
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
7 FAWN RUN 23.1 miles
PUTNAM VALLEY, NY 10579
103 S BEDFORD RD STE 202 23.1 miles
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
6701 BERGENLINE AVE 23.3 miles
WEST NEW YORK, NJ 7093
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 23.3 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 23.3 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
210 MEADOWLANDS PKWY 23.3 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 23.4 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 23.4 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
276 E Main St, 23.4 miles
Denville, NJ 7834
11 BOULDER HILLS BLVD 23.5 miles
WANTAGE, NJ 7461
747 MELROSE AVE OFC 23.7 miles
BRONX, NY 10451
3175 STATE ROUTE 10 Ste 500 23.7 miles
DENVILLE, NJ 7834
4914-4922 Kennedy Blvd., Suite 206 23.8 miles
West New York, NJ 7093
1120 MORRIS PARK AVE 24.0 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
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MORRIS PLAINS, NJ 7950
325 STATE ROUTE 10 24.2 miles
EAST HANOVER, NJ 7936
30 SEAVIEW DR 24.3 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
3196 KENNEDY BLVD 2ND FL 24.3 miles
UNION CITY, NJ 7087
1476 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD LOFT BLDG SIDE ENTRANCE 24.5 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
2 CITY HALL PLZ STE 302 24.7 miles
RAHWAY, NJ 7065
238 E 111TH ST APT 4C 24.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10029
3250 WESTCHESTER AVE SUITE 120 24.7 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
3250 Westchester Avenue, Suite 105 24.7 miles
Bronx, NY 10461
17 Oakwood Ter, 25.0 miles
New Windsor, NY 12553
DOT Physical Suffern, NY
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 Suffern, NY
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Suffern, NY
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Suffern, NY 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 Suffern, NY location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Suffern, NY 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 Suffern, NY location and DOT breath alcohol testing Suffern, NY 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 Suffern, NY 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 Suffern, NY 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 Suffern, NY locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Suffern, NY 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 Suffern, NY, (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 Suffern, NY and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Suffern, NY.
To schedule a DOT Physical Suffern, NY location or DOT Drug Test Suffern, NY 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: Suffern, New York
"The Point of the Mountains" or "Sidman's Clove" were names used in designating the present village of Suffern before the American Revolution. The area originally was inhabited by the Ramapough, a tribe of Munsee, who were a division of the great Lenape nation. Upon Sidman's death this land passed into the hands of his son-in-law, John Smith, who sold it to John Suffern.
The village of Suffern was founded in 1796. John Suffern, first Rockland County judge, 1798–1806, settled near the base of the Ramapo Mountains in 1773, and called the place New Antrim, after his home in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, where his Huguenot ancestors had settled. New Antrim's location was considered strategically important in the Revolutionary War due to its location at an important crossroads near Ramapo Pass. General George Washington and other important military leaders used John Suffern's home as headquarters when they were in the area.
Suffern is part of the Washington–Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail under the auspices of the National Park Service. This trail commemorates the route followed by General Washington and the French Comte de Rochambeau as they traveled to the siege of Yorktown, Virginia, which led to the end of America's War of Independence.