DOT Physical Westminster, CA
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Westminster, CA 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 Westminster, CA 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.
7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 0.9 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
15464 GOLDENWEST ST 1.2 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
12600 BEACH BLVD 1.7 miles
STANTON, CA 90680
7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 2.7 miles
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
17122 BEACH BLVD STE 104 3.2 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
17024 MAGNOLIA ST 3.6 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
8970 WARNER AVE 3.7 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
17822 BEACH BL SUITE 242 4.0 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92647
18561 BEACH BLVD 4.7 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 4.7 miles
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
18800 Main St Ste 111, 4.9 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
9920 TALBERT AVE 4.9 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
9900 Talbert Ave Ste 203, 4.9 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
18811 FLORIDA ST 5.0 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 5.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
11180 E Warner Ave Ste 159, 5.2 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 5.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
3401 S HARBOR BLVD 6.3 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
3100 W WARNER AVE 6.3 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 6.3 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
9122 ADAMS AVE 6.4 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92646
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 6.7 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 7.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 7.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 7.2 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 7.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 7.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 7.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 8.2 miles
Orange, CA 92868
946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 8.2 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1720 TERMINO AVE 8.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 8.3 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 8.4 miles
Orange, CA 92868
1111 E LA PALMA AVE 8.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 8.5 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 8.5 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 8.6 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1717 E LINCOLN AVE 8.6 miles
Anaheim, CA 92805
211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 8.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
1000 BRISTOL ST N Ste 1B 9.1 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
301 VICTORIA ST 9.2 miles
COSTA MESA, CA 92627
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 9.3 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
1530 E Edinger Ave Ste 1 9.3 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
1241 E DYER RD STE 145 9.4 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
1534 E WARNER AVE 9.6 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
1619 E Edinger Ave 9.6 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 9.8 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
867 S TUSTIN ST 9.9 miles
ORANGE, CA 92866
100 N TUSTIN AVE 9.9 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
800 N Tustin Ave Ste A 9.9 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
17232 RED HILL AVE 9.9 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
801 N Tustin Ave Ste 102, 10.0 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
1419 SUPERIOR AVE STE 1 10.1 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
320 SUPERIOR AVE. STE 150 10.1 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
5203 LAKEWOOD BLVD 10.1 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
5205 Lakewood Blvd 10.1 miles
Lakewood, CA 90712
640 S PLACENTIA AVE 10.2 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 10.2 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
1045 N TUSTIN ST 10.3 miles
ORANGE, CA 92867
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 10.4 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
17542 17TH ST STE 330 10.4 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 10.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
2362 MORSE AVE 10.5 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 10.7 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
2750 ATLANTIC AVE 10.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
1250 PACIFIC AVE 10.9 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 11.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
2776 PACIFIC AVE 11.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 11.3 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
2101 MAGNOLIA AVE 11.3 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
482 W WILLOW ST 11.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
100 Oceangate, P245 11.6 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
On-site only 11.6 miles
Long Beach, CA 90802
2492 WALNUT AVE STE 110 11.6 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
3002 DOW AVE STE 204 12.1 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
16660 PARAMONT BLVD STE 102 12.2 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
16444 PARAMOUNT BLVD 12.4 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 12.5 miles
BREA, CA 92821
400 NEWPORT CENTER DR STE 202 12.7 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202 12.8 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H 12.8 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1301 N ROSE DR 12.9 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
7300 ALONDRA BLVD STE 108 13.0 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 13.1 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
566 E LAMBERT RD 13.3 miles
BREA, CA 92821
4950 Barranca Pkwy Ste 101, 13.5 miles
Irvine, CA 92604
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 13.5 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
411 N LAKEVIEW AVE 13.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
9353 IMPERIAL HWY GARDEN MEDICAL OFFICE,3RD FLOOR 13.6 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90242
19301 S SANTA FE AVE Ste 120 13.9 miles
COMPTON, CA 90221
11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE STE 408 14.2 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90241
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 14.6 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 14.6 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 14.8 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
16200 SAND CANYON AVE 15.0 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
23601 AVALON BLVD Ste 104 15.2 miles
CARSON, CA 90745
15775 LAGUNA CANYON RD Ste 100 15.4 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 15.4 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
2499 S WILMINGTON AVE 15.6 miles
COMPTON, CA 90220
20401 AVALON BLVD STE C 16.0 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
455 E CARSON PLAZA DR 16.0 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
5475 E LA PALMA AVE 16.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
20770 ASH CIR STE 200 16.5 miles
YORBA LINDA, CA 92886
25965 NORMANDIE AVE FL 1 16.8 miles
HARBOR CITY, CA 90710
3611 MLK Blvd STE 108 17.1 miles
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
1294 W 6th St Ste 206, 17.2 miles
San Pedro, CA 90731
1300 W 7TH ST 17.3 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
3430 GARFIELD AVE 17.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
1360 W 6TH ST STE 190 17.3 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
18575 Gale Ave Ste 155 17.4 miles
City of Industry, CA 91748
18575 GALE AVE STE 295 17.4 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
16025 GALE AVE STE B10 17.5 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91745
1149 W 190TH ST 17.7 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
16630 S BROADWAY ST 17.7 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
15401 S MAIN ST 18.0 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
18335 VALLEY BLVD 18.0 miles
LA PUENTE, CA 91744
17487 HURLEY ST 18.1 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
6538 TELEGRAPH RD 18.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
2707 E VALLEY BLVD STE 116 18.2 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91792
3364 E SLAUSON AVE 18.3 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
21081 S WESTERN AVE STE 150 18.4 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90501
6670 ALTON PKWY 1ST FL 18.5 miles
IRVINE, CA 92618
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 18.6 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
15751 Rockfield Blvd 18.6 miles
Irvine, CA 92618
12801 CROSSROADS PKWY S Ste 150 18.7 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
24962 CALLE ARAGON 18.8 miles
LAGUNA WOODS, CA 92637
22741 LAMBERT ST 18.9 miles
LAKE FOREST, CA 92630
1300 W 155TH ST STE 109 19.0 miles
GARDENA, CA 90247
2476 S ATLANTIC BLVD 19.2 miles
COMMERCE, CA 90040
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 19.3 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
11152 S MAIN ST 19.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
6529 SEVILLE AVE 19.7 miles
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA 90255
3330 LOMITA BLVD 19.7 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
23521 Paseo De Valencia #302C, 19.8 miles
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
61 ARGONAUT 19.9 miles
ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656
23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 230 19.9 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
23441 Madison St Ste 300, 20.0 miles
Torrance, CA 90505
24451 HEALTH CENTER DR 20.1 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
23441 MADISON ST.BLD8,STE 110 20.1 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
21320 HAWTHORNE BLVD STE 227 20.5 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
4101 TORRANCE BLVD 20.9 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
4580 PACIFIC BLVD 20.9 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
14148 FRANCISQUITO AVE 21.1 miles
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
3144 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 205 21.3 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91733
3851 S SOTO ST 21.3 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
3688 S Soto St 21.3 miles
Vernon, CA 90058
4253 REDONDO BEACH BLVD 21.3 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
2301 W EL SEGUNDO BLVD 21.4 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
14619 PRAIRIE AVE 21.5 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
23962 ALICIA PKWY 21.6 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
5862 AVALON BLVD 21.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90003
725 S ORANGE AVE 21.8 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91790
9350 FLAIR DR Ste 102 21.9 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
25431 CABOT RD STE 118 22.1 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 305, 22.4 miles
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
1907 E WASHINGTON BLVD 22.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90021
2640 E GARVEY AVE S STE 106 22.6 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91791
4500 RIVERVIEW AVE 22.8 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
11633 HAWTHORNE BLVD #215 23.1 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
25500 RANCHO NIGUEL RD STE 100 23.1 miles
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
13768 Roswell Suite 220, 23.4 miles
Chino, CA 91710
15302 EL PRADO RD 23.7 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
3320 S HILL ST 23.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90007
124 N VIGNES ST 23.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
801 CORPORATE CENTER DR STE 130 24.0 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
554 E San Bernardino Rd Ste 10, 24.0 miles
Covina, CA 91723
420 E 3rd St Ste 802, 24.0 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90013
27800 MEDICAL CENTER RD STE118 24.0 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
117 E LIVE OAK AVE STE 101 24.1 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
100 S RAYMOND AVE 24.2 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
1400 S GRAND AVE STE 612 24.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
15705 ARROW HWY STE 6B 24.3 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
330 W. LAS TUNAS DR. STE 2 24.3 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
416 W LAS TUNAS DR, STE 204 24.3 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
940 E MAIN ST 24.4 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
5345 IRWINDALE AVE 24.6 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
1716 W HOLT AVE 24.6 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
333 S HOPE ST STE C145 24.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90071
920 N NASH ST 24.8 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
823 N BROADWAY 24.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
929 GEORGIA ST 24.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
1690 W 6TH ST STE K 24.9 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
DOT Physical Westminster, CA
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 Westminster, CA
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Westminster, CA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Westminster, CA 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 Westminster, CA location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Westminster, CA 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 Westminster, CA location and DOT breath alcohol testing Westminster, CA 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 Westminster, CA 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 Westminster, CA 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 Westminster, CA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Westminster, CA 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 Westminster, CA, (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 Westminster, CA and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Westminster, CA.
To schedule a DOT Physical Westminster, CA location or DOT Drug Test Westminster, CA 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: Westminster, California
Westminster is a city in northern Orange County, California. It is known for a large number of Vietnamese refugees who immigrated to the city during the 1980s, settling largely in the area now officially named Little Saigon, and the city is unofficially known as the "capital" of overseas Vietnamese with 36,058 Vietnamese Americans and at 40.2% (2010), the highest municipal prevalence of Vietnamese Americans.
Westminster is landlocked and bordered by Seal Beach on the west, by Garden Grove on the north and east, and by Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley on the south. Santa Ana, the county seat of Orange County, is right next to Westminster on the east but is divided by a small part of Garden Grove.
Westminster was founded in 1870 by Rev. Lemuel Webber as a Presbyterian temperance colony. The name is derived from the Westminster Assembly of 1643, which established the basic tenets of the Presbyterian faith. During the early years of its history, farmers refused to harvest grapes since they associated grapes with alcohol.