Sleep Apnea Compliance Reports for Commercial Drivers
A driver that holds a CDL license and is required to use CPAP therapy, must use their machine for an average of 4 hours a night for at least 70% of the nights to be compliant.
WHO NEEDS A DOT PHYSICAL EXAMINATION / MEDICAL CERTIFICATES
WHO NEEDS A DOT PHYSICAL EXAMINATION / MEDICAL CERTIFICATES
The FMCSA (The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) / US Department of Transportation requires most drivers to get regular physicals in-order to make sure they can drive safely. If any of the following apply to you, you must get a DOT physical and carry a DOT medical certificate when you drive a commercial vehicle:
Does one or more of the following apply?
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I am a for-hire Motor Carrier
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I operate a vehicle with a GVWR, GCWR, GVW or GCW of 10,001 pounds or more
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I operate a vehicle that is designed or used to transport more than 8 passengers (including the driver) for compensation
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I operate a vehicle that is designed or used to transport more than 15 passengers (including the driver), and is not used to transport passengers for compensation
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I transport hazardous materials requiring placarding under regulations prescribed by the Secretary under 49 CFR, subtitle B, chapter I, subchapter C
If you have any other questions about DOT Certifications call PreventivePLUS today 201.444.3060 or visit us in Bergen County at One West Ridgewood Ave. Paramus, NJ 07652
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