Westport, CT Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 26,391.

Population (female): 13,832

Median Age: 45.4 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Westport: 138.4 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (3.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 19.4% for Black residents, 19.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 35.8% for other race residents, 0.9% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (12.0%), American (9.5%), English (8.1%), Irish (7.7%), Russian (6.8%), Eastern European (4.7%).

Population Density:

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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 Westport, CT

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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Westport, CT 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 Westport, CT 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.

607 Main Ave 3.5 miles

607 Main Ave
Norwalk, CT 6851
Categories: Norwalk CT

346 MAIN AVE 3.5 miles

346 MAIN AVE
NORWALK, CT 6851
Categories: NORWALK CT

346 MAIN AVE STE B 3.5 miles

346 MAIN AVE STE B
NORWALK, CT 6851
Categories: NORWALK CT

1918 Black Rock Turnpike 6.3 miles

1918 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 6825
Categories: Fairfield CT

484 POST RD 6.7 miles

484 POST RD
DARIEN, CT 6820
Categories: DARIEN CT

557 Post Rd, 6.8 miles

557 Post Rd,
Darien, CT 6820
Categories: Darien CT

501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103 7.1 miles

501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103
FAIRFIELD, CT 6825
Categories: FAIRFIELD CT

4750 MAIN ST 9.3 miles

4750 MAIN ST
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6606
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

161 BOSTON AVE 9.8 miles

161 BOSTON AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

226 MILL HILL AVE 10.6 miles

226 MILL HILL AVE
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
Categories: BRIDGEPORT CT

60 WATSON BLVD 10.7 miles

60 WATSON BLVD
STRATFORD, CT 6615
Categories: STRATFORD CT

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1, 11.0 miles

555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1,
Stratford, CT 6615
Categories: Stratford CT

1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100 11.1 miles

1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100
STAMFORD, CT 6902
Categories: STAMFORD CT

3000 SUMMER ST 11.1 miles

3000 SUMMER ST
STAMFORD, CT 6905
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80 Mill River Street, 11.5 miles

80 Mill River Street,
Stamford, CT 6902
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161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751 11.9 miles

161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751
STRATFORD, CT 6615
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1040 BARNUM AVE 12.3 miles

1040 BARNUM AVE
STRATFORD, CT 6614
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15 COMMERCE RD FL 3 12.4 miles

15 COMMERCE RD FL 3
STAMFORD, CT 6902
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22 BEECH HILL LN PO BOX 1000 12.4 miles

22 BEECH HILL LN PO BOX 1000
POUND RIDGE, NY 10576
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10 SOUTH ST STE 101 12.5 miles

10 SOUTH ST STE 101
RIDGEFIELD, CT 6877
Categories: RIDGEFIELD CT

388 MAIN ST 13.3 miles

388 MAIN ST
MONROE, CT 6468
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887 BRIDGEPORT AVE 14.3 miles

887 BRIDGEPORT AVE
SHELTON, CT 6484
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2 TRAP FALLS RD STE 105 14.4 miles

2 TRAP FALLS RD STE 105
SHELTON, CT 6484
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100 COMMERCE DR 14.9 miles

100 COMMERCE DR
SHELTON, CT 6484
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4 CORPORATE DR, STE 185 15.0 miles

4 CORPORATE DR, STE 185
SHELTON, CT 6484
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232 BOSTON POST RD 15.6 miles

232 BOSTON POST RD
MILFORD, CT 6460
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515 Bridgeport Ave, 16.2 miles

515 Bridgeport Ave,
Shelton, CT 6484
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13 LAFAYETTE ST 16.3 miles

13 LAFAYETTE ST
MILFORD, CT 6460
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266 S MAIN ST 16.3 miles

266 S MAIN ST
NEWTOWN, CT 6470
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16 APOLLO RD 17.2 miles

16 APOLLO RD
BETHEL, CT 6801
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320 LAUREL RD 17.3 miles

320 LAUREL RD
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
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175 E Main Street Suite 105, 18.2 miles

175 E Main Street Suite 105,
Huntington, NY 11743
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24 HOSPITAL AVE 18.8 miles

24 HOSPITAL AVE
DANBURY, CT 6810
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7 Germantown Rd, 18.9 miles

7 Germantown Rd,
Danbury, CT 6810
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67 SAND PIT RD 19.2 miles

67 SAND PIT RD
DANBURY, CT 6810
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103 S BEDFORD RD STE 202 19.2 miles

103 S BEDFORD RD STE 202
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
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100 MILL PLAIN RD 19.2 miles

100 MILL PLAIN RD
DANBURY, CT 6811
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79 SAND PIT RD STE 302 19.2 miles

79 SAND PIT RD STE 302
DANBURY, CT 6810
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83 South Bedford Road, Floor 3 19.3 miles

83 South Bedford Road, Floor 3
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
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9 SHAWE ST 19.4 miles

9 SHAWE ST
DANBURY, CT 6810
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2 GLEN HILL RD 19.4 miles

2 GLEN HILL RD
DANBURY, CT 6811
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6 Rye Ridge Plaza, 19.4 miles

6 Rye Ridge Plaza,
Rye Brook, NY 10573
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495 E MAIN ST 19.5 miles

495 E MAIN ST
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
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44 BRIDGE ST 20.1 miles

44 BRIDGE ST
ANSONIA, CT 6401
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1445 NEW YORK AVE 20.5 miles

1445 NEW YORK AVE
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
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236 BOSTON POST RD 20.6 miles

236 BOSTON POST RD
ORANGE, CT 6477
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47 MOREWOOD DR 20.7 miles

47 MOREWOOD DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
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6277 JERICHO TPKE 20.9 miles

6277 JERICHO TPKE
COMMACK, NY 11725
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2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 20.9 miles

2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200
COMMACK, NY 11725
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2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 20.9 miles

2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102
Commack, NY 11725
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246 FEDERAL RD STE D12 21.1 miles

246 FEDERAL RD STE D12
BROOKFIELD, CT 6804
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2 BROOKSITE DR 21.3 miles

2 BROOKSITE DR
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
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21 E 23RD ST 21.6 miles

21 E 23RD ST
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
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222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 21.7 miles

222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107
Smithtown, NY 11787
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23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 21.9 miles

23 Technology Dr., Suite 2
East Setauket, NY 11733
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2 CEDARTREE LN 22.1 miles

2 CEDARTREE LN
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
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2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 22.1 miles

2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
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5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314 22.1 miles

5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314
PORT JEFFERSON STATI, NY 11776
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1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor 22.2 miles

1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
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601 Clock Tower Commons, 22.3 miles

601 Clock Tower Commons,
Brewster, NY 10509
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15 N BROADWAY STE D 22.4 miles

15 N BROADWAY STE D
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601
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174 Marble Ave, Ste 1 22.4 miles

174 Marble Ave, Ste 1
Pleasantville, NY 10570
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100 WOODS RD STE CG12 CEDARWOOD HALL 22.4 miles

100 WOODS RD STE CG12 CEDARWOOD HALL
VALHALLA, NY 10595
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1660 ROUTE 112 STE E
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
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315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 22.6 miles

315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
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649 COMMACK RD 22.6 miles

649 COMMACK RD
COMMACK, NY 11725
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30 JEROME ST 22.7 miles

30 JEROME ST
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
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37 BEACH AVE 22.8 miles

37 BEACH AVE
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
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87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 23.0 miles

87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1
SYOSSET, NY 11791
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900 MAIN ST S BLDG 2 23.0 miles

900 MAIN ST S BLDG 2
SOUTHBURY, CT 6488
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500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 23.0 miles

500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320
Harrison, NY 10528
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500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 23.1 miles

500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320
HARRISON, NY 10528
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31 OLD ROUTE 7 23.3 miles

31 OLD ROUTE 7
BROOKFIELD, CT 6804
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490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 23.8 miles

490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190
Hauppauge, NY 11788
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359 N Central Ave 23.8 miles

359 N Central Ave
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Categories: Hartsdale NY

1 KINGS HWY 23.8 miles

1 KINGS HWY
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
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35 MARLIN RD 23.8 miles

35 MARLIN RD
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
Categories: CENTEREACH NY

321 KEAR ST 23.8 miles

321 KEAR ST
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598
Categories: YORKTOWN HEIGHTS NY

280 N CENTRAL AVE STE 115 23.9 miles

280 N CENTRAL AVE STE 115
HARTSDALE, NY 10530
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235 Boyle Rd, 24.1 miles

235 Boyle Rd,
Selden, NY 11784
Categories: Selden NY

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 24.2 miles

100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza
East Setauket, NY 11733
Categories: East Setauket NY

765 ROUTE 25A 24.2 miles

765 ROUTE 25A
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
Categories: MILLER PLACE NY

297 KNOLLWOOD RD, STE 310 24.2 miles

297 KNOLLWOOD RD, STE 310
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10607
Categories: WHITE PLAINS NY

446 BLAKE ST 1ST FL 24.5 miles

446 BLAKE ST 1ST FL
NEW HAVEN, CT 6515
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175 SHERMAN AVE 24.5 miles

175 SHERMAN AVE
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
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160 N CENTRAL AVE 24.6 miles

160 N CENTRAL AVE
ELMSFORD, NY 10523
Categories: ELMSFORD NY

419 WHALLEY AVE STE 306 24.6 miles

419 WHALLEY AVE STE 306
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
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1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 24.7 miles

1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
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1213 CHAPEL ST 24.9 miles

1213 CHAPEL ST
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
Categories: NEW HAVEN CT

2 Church St S Ste 115, 24.9 miles

2 Church St S Ste 115,
New Haven, CT 6519
Categories: New Haven CT

280 Dobbs Ferry Rd, Sprain Brook Medical Center 24.9 miles

280 Dobbs Ferry Rd, Sprain Brook Medical Center
White Plains, NY 10607
Categories: White Plains NY

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DOT Physical Westport, CT

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 Westport, CT

Call (800)-221-4291

DOT Drug Testing Westport, CT

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

To schedule a DOT Physical Westport, CT location or DOT Drug Test Westport, CT 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: Westport, Connecticut

Westport is a town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States, along Long Island Sound within Connecticut's Gold Coast. It is 52 miles (84 km) northeast of New York City. The town had a population of 26,391 according to the 2010 U.S. Census, and is ranked 22nd among America's 100 Richest Places as well as second in Connecticut, with populations between 20,000 and 65,000.

The earliest known inhabitants of the Westport area as identified through archaeological finds date back 7,500 years. Records from the first white settlers report the Pequot Indians living in the area which they called Machamux translated by the colonialists as beautiful land. Settlement by colonialists dates back to the five Bankside Farmers; whose families grew and prospered into a community that continued expanding. The community had its own ecclesiastical society, supported by independent civil and religious elements, enabling it to be independent from the Town of Fairfield. The settlers arrived in 1693, having followed cattle to the isolated area known to the Pequot as the "beautiful land". As the settlement expanded its name changed: it was briefly known as "Bankside" in 1693, officially named Green's Farm in 1732 in honor of Bankside Farmer John Green and in 1835 incorporated as the Town of Westport.

During the revolutionary war—on April 25, 1777, a 1,850 strong British force under the command of the Royal Governor of the Province of New York, Major General William Tryon landed on Compo Beach to destroy the Continental Army’s military supplies in Danbury. Minutemen from Westport and the surrounding areas crouched hiding whilst Tryon's troops passed and then launched an offensive from their rear. A statue on Compo beach commemorates this plan of attack with a crouching Minuteman facing away from the beach; looking onto what would have been the rear of the troops.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 26,391.

Population (female): 13,832

Median Age: 45.4 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Westport: 138.4 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (3.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 19.4% for Black residents, 19.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 35.8% for other race residents, 0.9% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Italian (12.0%), American (9.5%), English (8.1%), Irish (7.7%), Russian (6.8%), Eastern European (4.7%).

Population Density:

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