Why do you need a DOT / DMV Physical?

The Motor Carrier Safety Act of 1935 gave the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) the authority to require medical certification for operators of motor vehicles. A physical examination with a certificate were required effective January 1, 1954. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) was created in 1970 and assumed the responsibility for drivers medical qualifications. The Motor Carrier Act of 1984, Federal Title 49, Part 391.41 is the legal authority guiding medical evaluation
Drivers of all commercial vehicles are required to have a medical examination. A commercial motor vehicle is any self-propelled or towed vehicle used on public highways in interstate commerce to transport passenger or property when:

• The vehicle's gross weight rating or gross combination is over 10,000 pounds
• The vehicle is designed to transport more than 15 passengers including the driver; or
• The vehicle is used in the transportation of hazardous materials in quantities requiring placarding under the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act

Medical Exams

• The purpose of a medical examiner is to protect public safety
• Assist with health issues that affect the driver's ability to operate a motor vehicle safely
• Detect unrecognized health problems
• Coordinate medical issues with the driver's personal physician help companies to meet regulations in 49CFR 391

Exams are required every 24 months or as directed by the examining practitioner, or when any driver's ability to perform his/her normal duties has been impaired by physical or mental injury or disease. Dailey Chiropractic has dedicated itself to bringing the safest and most up-to-date professional approach to the DOT Medical Examination.

What to expect at your visit

Wear comfortable clothes and bring a list of current medications, your driver’s license, and if necessary any paperwork from your medical doctor that might clear up any questions Dr. Laura would have in passing you for your physical.

We will perform an examination, including:

• Review of your health history
• Urine testing
• A simple physical exam

We'll complete your Medical Examination Report for Commercial Driver Fitness Determination form, give you a summary of your exam and provide a Medical Examiner's Certificate as appropriate.