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Cloverdale, CA DOT Physical - What You Need to Know

A DOT physical is an in-depth health check mandated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for all commercial drivers. This assessment ensures that drivers are physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of managing large vehicles on public roads. A certified medical examiner (CME) listed on the NRCME conducts the exam. Passing results in obtaining a DOT medical card, essential for maintaining a valid CDL license under FMCSA regulations. Call us at 800-221-4291 if another DOT agency regulates you and you need guidance on the required exam.

During your exam, the medical examiner will complete a thorough health assessment to determine if you meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) medical standards. The process typically includes:

What Does a DOT Physical Include?

Health History Review
Vision Test

Hearing Test
Urinalysis

Vital Signs
Physical Examination

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What is checked in a DOT Physical?

  • Review of health history & meds
  • Checking vision (glasses ok; must meet standards)
  • Testing hearing (via whisper or audiometry)
  • Monitoring blood pressure & pulse
  • Examining physical systems
  • Urinalysis (for glucose, protein, specific gravity)

Completion in Cloverdale, TX might allow for a Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC) up to 24 months. Certain conditions may call for shorter certification or additional specialist documents.

Who needs a DOT Physical?

You must have a valid DOT medical certificate (card) if you:

  • Have a commercial driver's license (CDL)- class A,B, or C for interstate commerce
  • Drive a vehicle over 10,001 lbs. GVWR in interstate commerce
  • Transport more than 8 passengers (for hire) or more than 15 passengers (not for hire)
  • Transport hazardous materials that require placarding under DOT regulations
  • Work for employers regulated by DOT agencies such as FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA or USCG where DOT medical qualification is required

Additional conditions may apply for drivers operating between or within states, including within Cloverdale, HI.

What to bring with you to a DOT Physical?

  • State-issued photo ID 
  • Corrective lenses or contact lenses & current prescription
  • List of current medications & their doses
  • Data from CPAP machine if applicable
  • Clearances from specialists (cardiology, sleep-related issues, diabetes, etc.)
  • Latest A1C/blood pressure logs if monitored regularly

Remember to bring these documents if you're taking the exam in Cloverdale, IL.

What happens if I fail a DOT Physical?

  • Without a medical card
  • Face temporary barring
  • Doctor-referred treatment needed
  • FMCSA exceptions for specific conditions
  • Notifying your employer
  • Next steps: fix health issues and retake exam

What Will Fail a DOT Physical?

Medical Conditions That Can Fail a DOT Physical

  • Vision & Hearing: Vision below 20/40 in each eye (even with correction), inability to differentiate traffic signal colors, or an inability to hear a forced whisper at 5 feet.
  • Blood Pressure & Heart Disease: Unmanaged hypertension (≥180/110 mmHg), recent heart attack or stroke, uncontrolled angina, or an implanted defibrillator without approval.
  • Diabetes: Unmanaged diabetes with frequent hypoglycemic episodes or complications that affect safe driving.
  • Sleep Apnea & Respiratory Issues: Untreated obstructive sleep apnea leading to daytime sleepiness, or severe respiratory disease affecting oxygenation.
  • Neurological Disorders: Epilepsy/seizure disorders (without exemption), conditions causing sudden consciousness loss, dizziness, or uncontrolled tremors.
  • Substance Abuse: Current usage of illegal drugs, alcohol dependence, or misuse of prescription drugs that impair driving.
  • Psychiatric & Cognitive Disorders: Severe unmanaged mental illness or cognitive dysfunction affecting judgment and response time.

Issues might only temporarily disqualify you until clearance or documentation is provided (e.g., controlled blood pressure, managed diabetes). Others, like untreated seizure disorders or implanted defibrillators, are usually permanently disqualifying under FMCSA rules.

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References:
- FMCSA Medical Examiner Physical Qualification Standards (§391.41)
- 49 CFR Part 391 - Qualification of Drivers
- Medical Examiner's Handbook
- FMCSA Driver Exemptions

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