CDME Module 2: Vision, Hearing, Diabetes Mellitus-Hearing Exemption Information

Hearing Exemption Information

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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has received an exemption request from an applicant regarding the hearing requirement for operating a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce. The FMCSA will conduct a thorough review of the applicant's medical records and supporting documents to determine if the exemption should be granted. To proceed with the application, the applicant is required to provide their personal details, a copy of their driver's license, information about the type of vehicle they will be driving, a completed Release of Medical Information Form, and a copy of their driving record from the last three years. The applicant must also confirm that they drive in interstate commerce. The FMCSA must ensure that any exemption granted maintains a level of safety equivalent to or greater than the standard without the exemption. The application will undergo a careful evaluation by the Agency, and once the review is complete, a Federal Register notice will be issued to request public comment on the exemption. After considering the public comments, the FMCSA will make a final decision on whether to grant or deny the exemption. The applicant will be notified in writing of the decision. The requested information should be sent to the address provided, and any inquiries or assistance can be directed to the Medical Programs division of the FMCSA.

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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

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