Keep Yourself Safe And Healthy On The Road
Whether you’re a new driver, or have hundreds of thousands of miles under your belt, we all want to be safe and healthy for years to come. Here are some tips of simple ways you can protect yourself on the road. Posture Concerns Spending hours in a truck every day can cause serious posture problems…
Becoming A Certified Medical Examiner | NRCME Certification Process
We understand how important it is for the transportation industry to have confident, well-trained Medical Examiners performing DOT physical exams for a CDL medical card. That is why we pride ourselves in providing the most comprehensive and up-to-date training available for those wanting to become Certified Medical Examiners. Our mission is to connect as many…
3 Health Concerns That Truck Drivers Need To Know About
Many truckers spend most of their daily life on the road. This means we get to see more of the world and enjoy a rewarding career. It also means that we spend a large portion of our lives in a seated position with minimal movement. This makes it difficult to keep our health in good…
Are CBD Products An Issue For CMV Drivers?
Will Prescribed Marijuana Or CBD Affect My CDL? For physical exam determinations, the use of CBD products is not considered to be “Use” of Marijuana or an illegal substance. Generally speaking, a driver using CBD products can be certified to drive. The use of CBD oils and creams is not disqualifying. However, the use of…
CDL Medication Use: Don’t get Disqualified! Part 2
In Part 1 we discussed the medications that will always result in driver disqualification. But far more often a driver is disqualified for taking a medication that is NOT an absolute disqualifier. (If you’re not sure whether you’re medication is an “absolute disqualifier”, read [Part 1] of this blog series.) A medical examiner must obtain…