CDME Module 2: Vision, Hearing, Diabetes Mellitus-ME Handbook

Pdf Summary

The FMCSA Medical Examiner Handbook provides an overview of the FMCSA, qualifications for commercial drivers and vehicles, and the physical demands of the job. It also discusses guidelines for evaluating drivers with high blood pressure, cardiovascular conditions, diabetes mellitus, and extremity deficits. The document emphasizes the importance of ongoing monitoring and consultation with specialists when assessing medical fitness for duty. It also specifies waiting periods, maximum certification periods, and additional tests or evaluations that may be required. Overall, the document aims to ensure the safety of commercial drivers and the public by evaluating and managing medical conditions that may impact driving ability.

Asset Caption

Pages 52-64 (up to end of Hearing section) & Pages 172-181 (Diabetes section)

Keywords

FMCSA Medical Examiner Handbook

FMCSA

qualifications for commercial drivers

physical demands of the job

evaluating drivers with high blood pressure

cardiovascular conditions

diabetes mellitus

extremity deficits

ongoing monitoring

consultation with specialists