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D.O.T PHYSICAL Q & A
D.O.T PHYSICAL Q & A
Who needs a DOT physical?
You are required to complete and pass a DOT physical if you:
- Operate a motor vehicle for interstate commerce with a gross combination weight rating, gross vehicle weight rating, or gross combination weight of over 10,000 pounds
- Operate a motor vehicle designed to carry more than 15 people
- Are paid to operate a motor vehicle designed to carry more than eight people
- Transport hazardous materials that required your vehicle to be placarded
Examples: Semi Truck drivers, Bus drivers, Box truck drivers, CDL or Non CDL
What can I expect during a DOT physical?
The DOT examination will include
- Health History Review
- Vision Test
- Hearing Test
- Thorough Review of Systems(Heart Lungs and More)
- Blood Pressure
- Urinalysis(Non drug screening)
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