Physical Exams

Lottie Block, FNP, performs all physical exams.

DOT

Bring to the exam: Driver’s License, corrective lenses, medication list

Preparing for exam

1. 24hrs prior: avoid alcohol and drink plenty of water
2. Morning of: avoid caffeine and nicotine

Notes: If any of the following apply to you.

1. Stroke: bring all medical records since the stroke
2. Heart attack: bring a record of stress test or echocardiogram within the last two years
3. Diabetes:
   1. Non-insulin dependent – bring a copy of the most recent hemoglobin A1C result
   2. Insulin-dependent – bring a copy of the most recent hemoglobin A1C result. Have your provider that manages your insulin fill out the “Insulin Treated Diabetes Mellitus Assessment” form, Insulin-Treated Diabetes Mellitus Assessment Form, MCSA-5870 | Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (dot.gov)

Have an eye exam within six months of the DOT exam and have a “Visual Evaluation Checklist” completed, Vision Evaluation Report, Form MCSA–5871 | FMCSA (dot.gov)

1. Sleep Apnea: bring three months of C-PAP compliance records. This information can be obtained from your C-PAP provider. 

NON-DOT/Pre-Employment

Includes USCG

Bring to the exam: Company authorization form(s)

Physical Abilities Exam

Bring to the exam: Company authorization form(s)

Sports 

Bring to the exam: School identification or Government-issued photo ID, legal parent/guardian, and school authorization forms.