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Furthermore, the drivers that have any specific health conditions they should take with them a documentation from their treating physician when going on DOT Physical.
Before starting the examination the driver must fill some paperwork. In the paperwork he must indicate if he has any:
- Brain injuries;
- Epilepsy;
- Loss of hearing (forced whisper test or audiometry);
- Heart disease;
- Kidney disease;
- Psychiatric disorders;
- Stroke;
- Spinal cord injuries;
- Chronic pain;
So the procedure of DOT Physical includes :
- Check of the pulse and blood pressure;
- Observation of the general appearance;
- Examionation of the eyes, throat, mouth and ears;
- Check of the lungs (listening);
- Likewise check for spine deformities;
- Abdomen and abnormalities check;
- Hernia check (in order for the examiner to see if there is any abnormal weakness between the scrotum and intestines – the patient should cough while turning his head);
- Drug check (the examiners will take urine samples in order to check for opiates, marijuana, cocaine or amphetamines);
In case if the doctor determines that the driver does not meet all criteria , in that case he will not be able to issue a valid medical certificate.
Should You Be Prepared For DOT Physical
In order for the drivers to go through a successful DOT Physical examination it is good for them to get prepared before they go. So no matter if the driver has already been on a DOT Physical or not, it is recommended from OOIDA that the driver should start to prepare 30 days in advance.
