Passing a DOT physical every 1-2 years is a requirement for any commercial driver. It’s important to make sure that drivers who haul hazardous materials, drive heavy vehicles, and transport large numbers of passengers are fit for the job and can do it safely, without posing a hazard to themselves or other drivers on the […]
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Tips for Passing your DOT Physical
Worried about passing your DOT physical? Here are some pointers to help you out! Your blood pressure needs to be under control! Exercise — this is an easy way to lower blood pressure and reduce stress. Do not drink excess alcohol; it raises blood pressure dramatically. Quit smoking. Reduce sodium in your diet, limit intake […]
Clearing Up Misconceptions About Urinalysis
At I & O Medical Centers, we work closely with our clients to build a protocol around each company’s needs. When patients come into our clinics for pre-employments, often they will be required to do a urinalysis as part of the hiring process. The majority of the time, companies will require a baseline physical and a drug screen […]
Breath Alcohol Testing
Excessive use of alcohol can lead to serious problems in the workplace. According to OSHA, “employees who abuse alcohol are five times more likely to file a work comp claim and are more likely injure themselves or someone else.” This creates a major concern for employers, especially employers with fleet vehicles. Due to these concerns, […]
Quick Test vs. Lab Test Drug Screening
Is a quick test sufficient? We get this question quite often. Unfortunately, the answer isn’t so simple due to the variance in company protocols. I & O Medical Centers offers several types of drug screens for your company including: 5-panel quick tests 10-panel quick tests Urine sample collections Hair follicle collections Urine sample lab testing Hair follicle […]
Drunk Driving?
Drunk driving is a penalized crime and as we all know, it is also illegal and often times fatal. The potential of accidents and injury is higher if an employee driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The laws and rules of the road enforce penalties, and those law enforcers look to create public awareness and […]
Sleep Apnea Concerns In Commercial Drivers
In compliance with Department of Transportation, commercial drivers are required to carry an up-to-date medical card. This card is to be issued by a FMCSA provider. As a fully certified clinic we see over 20 drivers per day and receive lots of questions regarding the hot topic of BMI and Sleep Apnea testing for drivers. […]