OPAM Workshop: DOT FMCSA NRCME Course-263074

263074 - Article 15

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The document is a letter addressed to an employee of a company, which outlines the requirements and preparations necessary for completing a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Commercial Driver's License (CDL) medical examination. The primary aim is to ensure the examination is completed efficiently. Key points the employee must consider include:<br /><br />- Arriving on time for the scheduled physical examination, which involves preparation such as having a full bladder and being ready for an undressed exam.<br />- Bringing necessary identification such as a Company ID and the current DOT medical qualification card.<br />- Wearing prescription contacts and bringing extra glasses if needed, and bringing hearing aids along with spare batteries.<br />- Providing relevant medical documentation if they are on blood thinners, have diabetes, heart-related conditions, a nervous or psychiatric disorder, a history of seizures, or use prescription medications.<br />- Individuals diagnosed with sleep disorders, especially Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), must show compliance with treatment and provide a clearance letter from a sleep physician annually.<br /><br />The letter also emphasizes the need for documentation like INR regulation for blood thinners, A1C levels for diabetes, recent cardiac test results for heart conditions, and letters from medical specialists if applicable. Those with hypertension may not qualify for a two-year CDL card if their blood pressure exceeds specified limits. The document schedules medical physicals through the employee's supervisor and provides contact details for further inquiries. The medical exams are conducted Monday through Friday, between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm.

Keywords

FMCSA

CDL

medical examination

employee requirements

identification

medical documentation

sleep disorders

blood thinners

diabetes management

hypertension