DOT Physical Exam

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  1. The_IE_909

    The_IE_909 Bobtail Member

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    During the physical exam for new students and drivers, I understand you have to strip naked for the hernia check. Is this done with all the other students, military style? Or individually in a private room? I'm going to Prime in Springfield and I'm just wondering if I'm going to be in any awkward situations.
     
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  3. HotH2o

    HotH2o Road Train Member

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    I believe every examiner is different. I've never been stripped naked during a dot physical. Never had my nuts juggled while coughing either. I guess what it comes down to is if the dr is in to that kind of stuff.
     
  4. ArmyGuy

    ArmyGuy Heavy Load Member

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    wait till they check your prostate in front of everyone and yes you will be called to go first.
     
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  5. GreenMonster9669

    GreenMonster9669 Medium Load Member

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    I had 2 DOT exams in the last 2 months (different employers and the second one required a specific provider). Male doctor had me get nekkid for the "turn your head and cough" drill, female doctor had me put on a robe and she reached under it.
     
  6. n3ss

    n3ss Heavy Load Member

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    Prime does it in a private room. You won't have to strip naked, she'll just make you drop your pants for a second or two. Over before you know it. That lady sees hundreds every week, don't worry about it.
     
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  7. streetglider

    streetglider Medium Load Member

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    Hope he has small fingers lmao.
     
  8. dennisroc

    dennisroc Road Train Member

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    I would just be hoping he uses a finger !:biggrin_25513:
     
  9. Ridgeline

    Ridgeline Road Train Member

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    Its a private examine.

    Only the military does an open examine and I think they did away with that since they allow gays in the military.
     
  10. White Dog

    White Dog Road Train Member

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    With some of these trucking companies bringing in 20 to 30 (or more) people for orientation, I can understand the question. But believe it or not....we are NOT in the service---everyone takes their own physical---all parts of the physical---all the time.

    You have a right to confidentiality, and privacy (in the service, you give up that right to a certain degree, and know it going in). If you EVER go with a company, and they line you up like sheep and start barking orders get the hell out of there!
     
  11. bobtrucks2204

    bobtrucks2204 Light Load Member

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    OMG I'm voting this the "Best Thread" of the month!!:biggrin_2559:
     
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