DOT Physicals

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DOT PHYSICALS The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires all drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical. When assessing a driver’s fitness to operate a CMV, a DOT physical takes into account the health of the driver’s entire body, not just their eyes and ears.

The term “safety-sensitive employee” is often used to describe commercial drivers. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration mandates that all commercial drivers undergo and pass a DOT physical examination every two years (CDL).