What A Driver Should Know Regarding The DOT Physical Examination

By Grace Rivera


There are some things that aspiring drivers of a commercial motor vehicle needs to follow before they can drive. The Department of Transportation is the government branch that set such rules. They would need a license before claiming a medical card. If the applicant will pass the DOT physical exam once every two years, he will be able to get the card.

The examination is conducted by a licensed medical examiner. The same expert is also responsible for filing the report and the certificate after the exam is taken. There are also specific conditions that may contribute to the disqualification of drivers from getting a valid medical card.

As far as the exam goes, it would include a check up of the whole body by a certified examiner. There are a couple of tests that will follow to check the history of your health, urine, blood pressure and hearing. The drivers have to be free from disorders and diseases so that they will be able to drive as safe as they could.

Drivers cannot have conditions like epilepsy, difficulty in breathing, abuse of alcohol and drugs as well as diabetes. They also must be free from heart problems and mental disorders as well as other conditions that will possibly become a hindrance for safe driving. The physical examination has to be conducted to ensure that these drivers can drive safely.

The details that are needed in the report is written down by the person who also conducted the exam. There are seven sections or parts that are on the report where the top part consists of the personal information of the applicant. Following that is the medical history and the test results. Height and weight records and more details of the exam are located in the last portion of the report.

Once the driver passed all the physical requirements and has been proven healthy enough to drive, the examiner is going to sign a certificate that will serve as an evidence of his achievement. The driver will also be given a wallet size medical card. The expiration date of the certificate as well as the card will be written on both of the documents.

Right now, you may know the details that you need to do so that you can pass the given test by the DOT. However, you can still be confused on where to begin with the application. You have to look for medical examiners that will do the exam. Contacting the provide of your primary care is a good way to start.

Besides that, you will also find reputable examiners in the yellow pages of telephone books. The Internet is also a good source of listings that will help you out. Browsing through the classified section of your local daily may also help you. Asking friends and family for added information can also be a good idea.

Preparing before taking the DOT physical exam is also something that you need to do. Refrain from doing things that will contribute to the diseases and disorders that will only add to the probability of your disqualification. Start a healthy and fit lifestyle as soon as possible.




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