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When do patients require a Skilled Performance Exam? 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? 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? 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? 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 incapacitate