🚛FMCSA Notice on Driver Qualification and Exemption Applications
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
Summary
FMCSA announces receipt of applications from 11 individuals for an exemption from the prohibition in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) against persons with a clinical diagnosis of epilepsy or any other condition that is likely to cause a loss of consciousness or any loss of ability to control a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to drive in interstate commerce. If granted, the exemptions would enable these individuals who have had one or more seizures and are taking anti-seizure medication to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Business Impact
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The notice addresses exemption applications for drivers with seizure disorders, impacting businesses that rely on commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators. If exemptions are granted, businesses may gain access to a wider pool of qualified drivers, improving workforce availability and potentially reducing turnover costs.