NRCME (DOT) Exam 2023

FMCSA Mission Statement - Answer- To reduce crashes, injuries, fatalities involving large trucks/buses Medical Examiner - Answer- Licensed, certified, registered provider who can perform PEs in accordance with laws and regulations ; registered through NRS ; has unique identifier ; passes MEC test FMCSA - Answer- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration NRCME - Answer- National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners Commerical Motor Vehicle - Answer- Weight 1000 lb ; or transports 8 people for compensation ; or 15 people without compensation ; transports hazardous materials requiring placarding Interstate commerce vs. Intrastate commerce - Answer- Interstate: multiple states or international Intrastate: within 1 state Who regulates treatment/management and aftercare of substance abuse for drivers? - Answer- SAP (Substance Abuse Professional) Who determines the origin of abnormal drug test results, determining whether the driver has violated drug use regulations? - Answer- Medical Review Officer Title 49 CFR 391.41 - Answer- Medical Examiner Report Form - Paperwork completed during DOT physical - Physical exam requirements for driver - Determines if Certificate is granted Title 49 CFR 391.43 - Answer- Describes responsibilities of Medical Examiner, instructions for exam, and requirements for medical certification - Supporting information to explain 391.41 When was DOT established? - Answer- 1966 Became separate entity on Jan 1, 2000 Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999 - Answer- Established DOT as separate federal entity