FMCSA DOT Physical Medical Examiner Test Exam Questions & Answers 100% Correct

Interstate commerce definition? - ANSWER-Any material transported from 1 state to another state, even if the individual driver never leaves 1 state, that: a) weighs >10,001 lbs (if >26,001 lbs, they also need a drug test) b) 9-15 passengers for compensation c) 16+ passengers regardless of compensation d) that requires placarding for hazardous materials Does interstate commerce refer to the cargo or to the driver? - ANSWER-It refers to the cargo, tools, vehicle, NOT to the driver. When is a 12 month (or shorter) certification required? - ANSWER-a) intracity zone exempt drivers b) waiver program drivers c) insulin d) any driver whose job duties have been impaired by mental/physical injury Does the driver need a new exam after sustaining an injury? - ANSWER-That is up to the employer. Can an examiner write schedule/MSK restrictions? - ANSWER-No. Document every abnormality? - ANSWER-Yes, and then just write in comments, "not likely to interfere." Whisper test okay for hearing? - ANSWER-Yes Need to fill out both state and federal? - ANSWER-No, one or the other Is determination pending okay on both state and federal? - ANSWER-No, only permissible on federal When to fill out state form? - ANSWER-If truly intrastate. Need to know the state variances for the state in which the driver operates. How short a period can you put on the card? - ANSWER-As short as you want. Eg. 30 days, 45 days, 3 months, etc. 2 reasons for not medically qualified? - ANSWER-1) Disease/condition that temporarily or permanently DQs them OR 2) Haven't fulfilled appropriate waiting period, eg. 1 year What do you document if driver stops exam? - ANSWER-"Incomplete exam" If you do determination pending, what do you put as the expiration date? - ANSWER-The date they come back with whatever documentation you needed. Is the medical certification limited to their current employer? - ANSWER-No. They are allowed to switch employers that might require more strenuous tasks/different schedule, etc. What is "acceptable risk?" - ANSWER-1% annual risk of sudden incapacitation. If the driver is at increased risk compared to the general population, than they shouldn't be operating a CMV.