CDME Module 0: Introduction-0-8: FMCSA Medical and Guidance Resource Table

0-8: FMCSA Medical and Guidance Resource Table

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This document provides links to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and other resources relevant to the physical qualification of interstate commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. The FMCSRs are legally binding regulations that ensure the uniform application of the law and must be followed by those subject to their provisions. The FMCSA also provides medical guidance to Medical Examiners (MEs) in the form of advisory criteria, interpretations, and guidelines. Unlike regulations, guidance is advisory and not legally binding.<br /><br />The document includes links to specific sections of the FMCSRs that cover topics such as eligibility requirements and training for certified medical examiners, physical qualification standards for drivers, and limited exemptions for certain drivers. It also provides links to guidance documents and evidence reports on topics including sleep disorders, medication/drug use, public-private partnerships, diabetes, vision, hearing, traumatic brain injury, stroke, psychiatric disorders, movement disorders, musculoskeletal disorders, seizures, kidney disease, and cardiovascular disease.<br /><br />These resources are intended to provide MEs with information to consider when making physical qualification determinations for CMV drivers. It is important to note that the guidance and recommendations provided in these documents do not have the force of law and are not mandatory. The public, including MEs, can choose whether or not to utilize this guidance in their decision-making processes.

Keywords

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations

interstate commercial motor vehicle drivers

physical qualification

FMCSRs

Medical Examiners

advisory criteria

interpretations

certified medical examiners

sleep disorders

medication/drug use