Part IV - Physical Qualification Requirements

The medical examiner determines if the driver meets the physical qualification requirements cited in 49 CFR 391.41(b)(1-13). As needed, the examiner may obtain additional specialist evaluation of the driver before making the certification decision.

1. About 49 CFR 391.41
   • 49 CFR 391.41 Summary Table
2. Vision (b)(10)
3. Hearing (b)(11)
4. Hypertension (b)(6)
5. Cardiovascular (b)(4)
6. Respiratory (b)(5)
7. Neurological (b)(7)(8)(9)
8. Musculoskeletal (b)(1)(2)(7)
9. Diabetes Mellitus (b)(3)
10. Other Diseases (b)(9)
11. Psychological (b)(9)
12. Drug Abuse and Alcoholism (b)(12)(13)
13. Medications (b)(12)

The medical examiner performs the medical examination in accordance with the instructions found in 49 CFR 391.43 and accurately documents the findings and certification decision.

1. Medical Examination Guidelines Summary
2. Medical Examination Report - Page 1
• Driver Information
• History
3. Medical Examination Report - Page 2
• Vision
• Hearing
• Blood Pressure/Pulse
• Urinalysis
4. Medical Examination Report - Page 3
   • Physical Examination
   • Certification and Documentation

1. Quick links to:
2. Disqualification Summary
3. Conditions and Treatments