FMCSA needs more time to integrate the electronic transfer of driver medical certificates to and from state motor carrier agencies.
FMCSA agrees to take action after OIG warns of weaknesses in its medical examiner registry.
FMCSA wants to replace the current vision program by giving medical examiners the ability qualify drivers.
Drivers with expired licenses given relief until September 30
In these trying times, regulatory compliance can’t be an afterthought. Failure to follow the rules – and the number of exemptions currently being issued makes that even more challenging – jeopardizes the fleet’s viability.
Pilots can fly aircraft with expired medical certificates for three extra months because the FAA doesn’t want to burden healthcare workers or increase chances for spreading the coronavirus.
DMV closures causing loss of estimated 25,000 to 45,000 new drivers per month
Waiver is valid for CDL and CLP holders through June 30.
COVID-19 priorities may require “non-emergency” waiver for drivers and carriers.
Company cites “staggering costs” after 2016 request went unanswered.
Fraudulent medical certifications that can put carriers and drivers at risk of more accidents.are under scrutiny.
