What Medical Conditions Automatically Disqualify Commercial Truck Drivers from Having a DOT Medical Certification?
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What Medical Conditions Automatically Disqualify Commercial Truck Drivers from Having a DOT Medical Certification?

Commercial trucking companies rely heavily on their drivers to deliver goods safely and meet shipment schedules. They place a premium on monitoring and maintaining driver safety. While it may seem obvious why certain health conditions should preclude you from becoming a commercial driver, there are exceptions. Below, our regulation-savvy readers pointed out some of the…

Direct Observation Urine Collection: When And How?
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Direct Observation Urine Collection: When And How?

The Department of Transportation doesn’t want to invade a person’s privacy. When an employee comes in for testing, they enter the restroom alone, collect urine in the specimen jar, and hand it in as they leave the restroom. This system works in most cases but relies heavily on honesty and compliance with rules and procedures….

Why Are Drug Testing Technicians Always in High Demand?
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Why Are Drug Testing Technicians Always in High Demand?

Drug screening professionals offer critical support to employers, especially in jobs where workers operating under the influence can present significant liabilities. Business leaders recently weighed in on some of the primary reasons why specialized drug technicians seem to be more in demand now than ever before. Here’s what they had to say: Nora Salama Co-founder…

What Can Long-distance Truck Drivers Do to Maintain Their Physical and Mental Health?
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What Can Long-distance Truck Drivers Do to Maintain Their Physical and Mental Health?

The men and women who make sure your packages, food stuffs, and other essential materials are delivered intact and on time usually face gruelingly long hours on the road, frequent separations from loved ones, and considerable mental and physical stress. We queried travel and mental health experts for their ideas on how to improve driver…

Which factors lead to a temporarily suspended DOT physical certification and what course of action can lift the suspension?
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Which factors lead to a temporarily suspended DOT physical certification and what course of action can lift the suspension?

A suspended DOT physical certification can cause a lot of stress and devastation. However, knowing what leads to a suspension and how to get it lifted can help you stay calm and follow the proper course of action to get your suspension raised. Read on to learn how. Gjorge Stinikliev Director of Sales & Marketing…

Do shifting schedules impact commercial drivers’ ability to drive safely or their DOT physicals?
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Do shifting schedules impact commercial drivers’ ability to drive safely or their DOT physicals?

Commercial drivers can find jobs at any hour of the day or night, which can be great for flexibility. But it can be disruptive when schedules are constantly changing. These safe driving enthusiasts discuss the impacts of shifting schedules on commercial drivers’ operational safety and health below. Gjorge Stinikliev Recruiting Manager at Road Legends. Yes,…

What are the consequences for drivers refusing random alcohol and drug testing?
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What are the consequences for drivers refusing random alcohol and drug testing?

Refusing any substance testing for a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver can have serious consequences. Drivers must be aware of alcohol and drug testing regulations regarding refusals for the licensing State, the Department of Transportation (DOT), and their workplace. These readers highlight many of the consequences below. Karan Tiwari Content Manager at WireTroop. Administrative Fines,…

What guidelines must DOT medical examiners follow during physicals?
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What guidelines must DOT medical examiners follow during physicals?

Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals are unlike any other routine physical examination. A Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) certified medical examiner must conduct the exam. The entire exam and documentation must follow strict procedures. To learn more about who sets the guidelines and what they are, see what our readers have to say about…

How can companies ensure their commercial drivers have valid DOT physicals?
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How can companies ensure their commercial drivers have valid DOT physicals?

Figuring out the best way to ensure compliance with commercial drivers’ DOT physical requirements can be a feat of mental gymnastics. The first step to ensuring compliance is to appoint a designated person or team within the company to manage it. After that, these business experts share their recommendations for maintaining valid commercial drivers’ DOT…

Should companies do pre-employment alcohol testing?
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Should companies do pre-employment alcohol testing?

To test or not to test? It can be challenging to distinguish if early screening will have added benefits or if it will be yet another cost and hoop that prospective employees will have to jump through. These business people discuss the factors to consider before instituting pre-employment alcohol testing and reasons why testing could…