An inability to meet the medical standards for commercial driver fitness due to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can have significant consequences for professional drivers. OSA, characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep,... Read more »
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination includes screening for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep. This screening is crucial for safety-sensitive transportation roles, such... Read more »
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations regarding sleep apnea screening and treatment for commercial drivers have been a subject of ongoing discussion and revision. While no single, comprehensive law specifically titled... Read more »