NRCME (DOT) Exam 2023 Questions And Answers

NRCME (DOT) Exam 2023 Questions And Answers 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 Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 Answer: Required drug testing for drivers