Parkview Occupational Health follow the Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines when performing physicals. Employees who have a Commercial Drivers’ License are required by federal guidelines to have a DOT physical performed by an authorized medical provider. The provider completes the exam of the driver physically qualifies the driver to operate a commercial motor vehicle, the medical provider furnishes copies of the completed exam to the driver and employer.
Guidelines set forth by DOT include:
- DOT physicals can be performed by any of our medical providers
- Exam is valid for up to 24 months
- Medical examiners can issue a certificate for less than 24 months if certain medical conditions are present