DOT Physicals: When They Are Needed

If you are going to apply for a commercial driver’s license (CDL), you are required to get and pass a DOT physical examination. The physical is much like your ordinary physical but more in-depth. This is because you are going to be driving much larger and heavier vehicles and you need to be in good health to limit the chance of you causing an accident. You can only get a DOT exam at designated locations that are certified to perform them.

You will need to have a DOT physical performed before you can submit your CDL application. The physical will check your overall health including your eyes, ears, and blood pressure, and check for medical conditions. This must be done every 1-2 years depending on state and local laws and your medical status. The Florida Highway Safety & Motor Vehicle Department can give you more specifics by visiting their website or giving them a call.

At Northwest Florida Physicians Group, we provide DOT physicals to the Gulf Breeze, FL area. Our physicians are certified by the Florida Highway Safety & Motor Vehicle Department to provide CDL drivers and applicants with the physicals needed to get their licenses. We recommend scheduling your physical as soon as possible to ensure that there is availability for you. Contact us today to schedule your DOT physical exam!