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DOT Physical Exam: What Is It and Why Do You Need One?

Professional bus and truck drivers know how challenging their jobs can be. You'll likely need to pass a DOT physical in Florida for your safety and the safety of the public. This checkup ensures that you are fit enough to meet your job's physical demands.<br>For more information:- http://www.walkinclinics.com/dot-physical/

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DOT Physical Exam: What Is It and Why Do You Need One?

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  1. DOT PHYSICAL EXAM: WHAT IS IT AND WHY DO YOU NEED ONE? A (Department Of Transportation) DOT Physical is a physical examination that is needed for people who drive commercial vehicles. The main purpose of the department of transportation is to ensure that people who are driving commercial vehicles are physically, mentally, and emotionally fit. However, these physical examinations are required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for the public’s safety. Additionally, there is paperwork that’s required to apply for a commercial driver’s license that can be confusing, and some people even put off their physical until the last minute. Why Do You Need A DOT Physical? Whether you are applying for a commercial driver’s license for the first time or maintaining a current license, you will need to get a department of transportation physical exam. Actually, operating a heavy motor vehicle/ machinery over long periods of time can put your health and safety at risk. And it is the reason why health screenings, including your mental, physical, and emotional health, are a crucial part of the application process. And after all the examinations, you will get your CDL Medical Card.

  2. How To Prepare For Your Department Of Transportation Physical Appointment? In the weeks and days before your physical examination, if you are not already eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly, start incorporating these healthy practices to maintain or enhance your health. You should take plenty of sleep ahead of your department of transportation physical examination appointment so you feel better for your physical exam. Additionally, you need to collect some documentation before your DOT physical examination. You need to bring documents as follows: Current state-issued driver’s license List of current medications, if any Glasses, contacts, or hearing aids Any special cautions from your doctor During the department of transportation physical, you will be asked for a urine sample, so you should plan to arrive well- hydrated. And also, make sure that you do not eat a large meal right before your appointment. Practically if you have diabetes, the results may affect it. So, make sure you take all your medication on the morning of your appointment day to get the full effect result. Source:- all-you-need-to-know-c967cf9a4b50 https://medium.com/@walkinclinic/dot-physical- Primary Care Walk In Clinic (352) 666-5555 www.walkinclinics.com 11123 County Line Road Spring Hill, FL 34609

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