DOT Exam Questions And Answers

When do patients require a Skilled Performance Exam? - answer-IF they have a FIXED motor deficit of an extremity who cannot physically qualify to drive that needs a full evaluation by a specialist (Not for patients with a progressive motor deficit) **These patients must provide proof of the exam by the specialist in order to obtain certification or be given a referral letter if you think they need an exam*** What two special populations of drivers are given exemptions by the DOT? - answer-1. Patients with vision disorders 2. Diabetics ***The exemption allows the grandfathering in of certain drivers who participated in vision and diabetes waiver study programs*** ***Drivers can be certified as long as they meet the provisions and have the certificate with them at the time of the DOT exam*** What are your duties as a DOT examiner? - answer-To detect the presence of any physical, mental, or organic conditions of such character and extent as to affect the ability of the driver to operate a CMV safely What is the definition of Incapacitation? - answer-The onset of incapacitating symptoms so rapidly that they interfere with safe driving or that the driver may be unable to safely stop the vehicle before beocming incapacitated