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vision requirements
Distant vision 20/40 each eye and 20/40 both eyes, Peripheral vision at least 70
degrees, Ability to recognize and distinguish betwen the colors of traffic signals and
devices.
If the driver presents a valid vision exemption, how long can he be certified?
1 year
The driver with a vision exemption must present what 2 things before receiving the
medical examiner's certificate.
Valid vision exemption and copy of the specialist eye examination report.
When applying for a vision exemption, the driver should include a copy of the
Medical Examination Report form and the medical examiner's certification with what
marked?
The "accompanied by" exemption checkbox and write "vision" to identify the type of
exemption.
If the driver is qualified by operation of 49 CFR 391.64 due to participation in the
vision study program, what must the driver present to qualify for certification?
Letter identifying the driver as a participant and copy of the specialist eye
examination.
How long can a driver who is qualified by operation of 49 CFR 391.64 be certified.
1 year
hearing requirements
Whisper at not less than 5 feet in 1 ear, or average hearing loss no greater than 40
dB at 500Hz, 1000Hz, 2000 Hz in 1 ear.
What is the waiting period for vertigo caused by benign positional vertigo or
acute/chronic peripheral vestibulopathy?
3 months
Name 4 otic conditions that are automatic disqualification
Meniere's, uncontrolled vertigo, labyrinthine fistula, nonfunctioning labyrinth
Apnea-hypopnea index of [blank] or more episodes per hour is diagnostic of OSA
30
3 requirements for a passing ETT
1. increased SBP of at least 20 without angina
2. workload capacity >6 METs
3. no significant ST depression
Examiners must retain records for how many years?
3
Regulation that describes the physical qualifications of drivers.
49 CFR 391.41
Regulation that describes the responsibilities of the medical examiner.
49 CFR 391.43
Regulation that describes the process for conflict resolution when there is a
disagreement between the primary care provider for the driver and the medical
examiner for the motor carrier concerning driving qualifications.
49 CFR 391.47
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