Regulation & law · 29/12/2017

FMCSA Receives Applications for Exemptions to Prohibit Commercial Drivers with Cardiovascular Conditions

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced the receipt of applications from six individuals seeking exemptions to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) despite having cardiovascular conditions, such as myocardial infarction or congestive heart failure, due to the presence of implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs).