I had a suprise physical the day after a weekend of drinking (new years). I failed my DOT physical and lost my job(there was no alcohol in my system, just mild shaking and the doctor freaked out). Now when I apply for another job the recruiter says no because I lost my job due to a failed physical. This mark is going to follow me everywhere I go. Any suggesions?
Fix a failed physical
Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by one mistake, Jan 19, 2016.
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What the heck is a "surprise physical"? Or are you talking about a "surprise random alcohol test"?
ajohnson Thanks this. -
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I was suppose to take my physical 2 weeks later but my company decided to give me my physical early. (there was no alcohol in my system, just mild shaking and the doctor freaked out)
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Sniff, Sniff... smells rather fishy...
Mudguppy, bottomdumpin, Cottonmouth85 and 3 others Thank this. -
What is the reason for the fail? Doctor must have told you why you failed.
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You must have been drinking late into the night. Usually after 12 hrs alcohol wont show up. Yes, for the forseable future you wont be driving a truck.
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If you really just failed the physical, just go to another doc and try again.
If you blew hot or pee'd hot, well...
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The doctor noted on paper I failed because of alcohol abuse. But from now on Now 1 bad decision is ruining my life. I quit drinking and realize what I did wrong but right when I apply they ask me why I was fired, Its on my record and I have to tell them the truth.now I have to fix this.
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You will have to complete a SAP Program before you can drive again. The SAP Program you attend must be recognized by the FMCSA. Put "SAP Program" in the search engine and read some threads about it on here.
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