The alternative vision standard - New vision standard for CDL drivers explained

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Dr. Nuesse discusses the alternative vision standard. This new vision standard is an alternative to the traditional vision testing done during the DOT physical. CDL drivers with monocular vision now may be able to get medically certified to drive a commercial vehicle.
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@scottglover3478 10 ай бұрын

Thank you, Dr. Do to this new standard, I was able to clear a physical and get on the road and do to the information you made available, as you did, which has limited availability with this topic on the Internet. I had clear knowledge of the steps and process I had to take, simplified. Thank you for showing concern and consideration to your dot physical patients and potential patients. We appreciate Medical professionals, like you.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 10 ай бұрын

This is great to hear! You are very welcome 😁

@MichaelJeffers75 11 ай бұрын

I was born with a cataract in my left eye, but for my whole life (47 years), my right eye has compensated for the impairment to such a degree that I drive a Class C better than most. My spacial awareness is very keen. I was dismayed to learn that I needed to pass an eye exam in both eyes to get a CDL, but watching this video has given me new hope. I have an appointment with an optometrist at the end of the month to consult about removing the cataract, but I hope I can just leave it in and pass the newly revised test to get my CDL.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 11 ай бұрын

good luck!

@paddyleather5676 9 ай бұрын

how did it go ?

@orhanozder8454 7 ай бұрын

My left eye can't see clearly. My right eye can see very clearly. Do you know if I can get a truck license?

@TheBurtle005 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video!! I’ve been waiting for this one.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

you are quite welcome

@SupDoug. 2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. You have helped me more than I could imagine.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@mustafatruckeralani2023 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much doctor

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

welcome 😁

@addischelseacherkose5426 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you brother

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome

@daviddockstader1773 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you !

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome 🤗

@jacobrowland6319 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. As a ME, if you need answers for this you should come here since the FMCSA and vision departments cannot answer these questions.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. Exactly why I make these videos.

@jacobrowland6319 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals they are disqualified still until the alternative standard is completed, correct?

@jerrychristensen9219 Жыл бұрын

Good information thanks!

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

sure thing 😁

@kevincchurch2364 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you , I have been held back from driving for 50 years because of one eye.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

hope you are now able to get certified!

@joaquimward2324 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video and very helpful as well quick question where can I obtain the form to bring to my eye doctor? Got my eyes examined on Saturday, didn’t know I had to do all this extra stuff.

@scottglover3478 Жыл бұрын

How did it go?

@larrysantacrose8889 Жыл бұрын

I have mono vision after Lasik one eye see's far other see's close using both I can see perfect

@crackerjack4833 4 ай бұрын

This was a great video!!! My vision in my left eye has been getting more blurred with slow slow slow passing of time. However, over the past 2 to 3 months, the blurryness has quickly increased. I drive OTR and my right eye has been able to adapt tremendously fast. I can see out of my left eye, and distinguish nearly everything I see, even tho it is severely blurred. I just can't read text out of the left eye, unless I know what the subject is about, then I can just piece 2 and 2 together and muddle through it. But my right eye can see eye can see everything. Obviously I have something going on, and the rapid deteriation of the left eye might be a concern, and definitely is for me ... but my dominant eye has adjusted quickly. I wonder if this would still be a disqualifying scenario?

@hgbuckwheat660 Жыл бұрын

This changed the game for me, I had a traumatic eye injury in 9th grade. I had cataract surgery and have a bifocal implant (this was when they were brand new) however it’s near impossible to get it to 20 40. Is this an one of the automatic disqualifications. I have had some cells lasered off before and my vision got a little clearer kind of like wiping a slightly dirty windshield.

@scottglover3478 11 ай бұрын

How did it work out?

@lukevandegrift4317 2 жыл бұрын

If this happens my life dreams and goals will be possible thank you

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Good luck!

@somebodysomewhereonearth Жыл бұрын

@Easy DOT Physicals I have 20/20 right eye w glasses I have 20/50 left eye with glasses! can I still pass dot physical cdl class A interstate

@HeKeepsHisPromises145 2 жыл бұрын

Our providers are having a hard time confirming what to do if an examinee comes in for his/her DOT physical, and their failure to meet the standard of 20/40 visual acuity in both eyes is not discovered until after the physical has been started. Are they allowed to place the examinee on Determination Pending while he/she gets the form completed, or must they disqualify them, and have them perform a new physical, once they have obtained the required documentation? Your assistance is appreciated!

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

I will be failing drivers in this situation. Hopefully the FMCSA will give clarity on this in the future.

@hatersgotohell627 Жыл бұрын

With dot physical is a testicular exam or pantsing required in anyway?

@charlieharris1234 Жыл бұрын

I got my Medical card last month I just left orientation to be a school bus driver they want me to do a physical by their doctor I'm a little nervous because this doctor might fail me even though I already have my medical card 🤷🏿‍♂️

@allenleavell2847 2 жыл бұрын

Well, I was able to pass a DOT physical today because of this new law.... It feels so good that I can finally be able to go back to what I love doing!!!

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

congratulations!

@drjj1289 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck stay healthy

@nolackincloutlord7724 Жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals Does this apply for Florida residents? Can I take this form to America’s Best here in Florida? I failed the DOT vision test today, because my vision was 20/100 in my right eye and 20/40 in my left eye, with horizontal vision being 90 degrees in both eyes, what are my options?

@1000draggsxr Жыл бұрын

@@nolackincloutlord7724 yes this is federal meaning it’s above all state laws Just print the form Have it filled out by your eye doctor. Take it to your dot physical. I did it this week for the first time. Super easy

@nolackincloutlord7724 Жыл бұрын

@@1000draggsxr ok, thanks a lot for that information!

@ruggedrickrude1946 9 ай бұрын

is the FMCSA rules you speak of only in your state or is it a nation wide agency with same rules in every state ¿ TY

@goranilic1759 Жыл бұрын

Do you know anywhere I can do vision test without many composes?

@rhondaa3289 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this information. With the current standard, if a driver has 20/40 in one eye and 20/50 in the other but a combined of 20/40 are they able to pass?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

They would be required to go through the alternative vision standard

@flashtofastforthata7755 Жыл бұрын

I want to come there and fo my physical where you located im in ohio :) ive been so down this just gave me hope i hope to god this works

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

Here is our information easydotphysicals.com/

@daviddockstader1773 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t find the form in the DMV website can you help ?

@imperfectbeauty8458 2 жыл бұрын

When can we expect a video about breathing issues such as asthma and any other COPDs? I used to have asthma as a kid and it went away during my teens. I caught a case of pneumonia that brought it back in 2019 as an adult and have been working on it with a pulmonologist. Should i take a letter from my pulmonologist saying it would be safe for me to drive or would a letter from my PCP suffice? I am on corticosteroids to manage it and a rescue inhaler when needed. Will this disqualify me? Ive tried researching more on it but cant really find much on it.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

The reason you won't be able to find much on the subject is that most of the time this is under the doctors discretion. Certainly bringing in as much information on the situation as you can should help.

@llomax1067 2 жыл бұрын

Does this mean we no longer have to apply for a vision waiver or send anything in to the federal motor carriers.... The letter is confusing and didn't say either way

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Yes this will do away with the vision waiver

@joliereinhardt903 2 жыл бұрын

This is wonderful, but the State of Ohio requires a driver with a CDL to have 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction. Do you know if this change with the FMCSA will have any impact on the state standard?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

This rule applies to interstate commercial drivers. There is no guarantee that all states will adopt this standard.

@85darrell 2 жыл бұрын

How Will we know which states accept it?

@Chicagobearsfan92 Жыл бұрын

Hello again, I still have (with glasses) 20/200 in my left eye and 20/30 in my right eye, will have a problem still with passing, if I haven’t mentioned earlier I have Retinopathy of Prematurity. Thank!

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

under the new standard you may pass just make sure you follow the process I described in the video

@ItsMrBlu Жыл бұрын

Does astigmatism affect the DOT physical in any way?

@petersabo1683 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr. Nuesse. Now, I just scheduled my DOT physical for May 12th. Should I see an Ophthalmologist BEFORE that appointment?; And would the DOT give me the necessary form?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Print the form from the link in the description of the video and take it to an opthamologist BEFORE your DOT physical

@scottglover3478 Жыл бұрын

How did it go?

@2dopejeff Жыл бұрын

Thank you 1000 times this helped me pass the vision part of my physical . This was really helpful

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@scottglover3478 11 ай бұрын

How did it work out

@fleudifragoso 5 ай бұрын

Broo do you have vision in just one eye?

@flacos4741 2 жыл бұрын

Dr.Nuesse I have a question i have been held back too get my CDL because of my vision. I had a accident that damaged the vision of one my eyes. I have 20/20 on my left eye & 20/70 in my right eye. Will I have any trouble getting my CDL License? I have a appointment with my Local DMV tomorrow or should I wait till the new form is released sir? & thank you posting video been waiting on this for ever.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question. You can not be medically qualified to drive commercially until the change goes into effect. Once this date happens you would need to follow the steps in the video exactly.

@flacos4741 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals Thank you Doc!

@tparker6532 Жыл бұрын

Just like the DOT exam the doctor has to be certified or on the Federal list. Is this alternative eye exam the same also ? Or any optometrist or ophthalmologist qualified?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

any ophthalmologist will do

@kevincchurch2364 2 жыл бұрын

Sir, How soon do you think the different states will activate this change? Especially with COVID ?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

I imagine states will still be able to set their own standards but they typically adopt federal guidelines

@patresaplus3274 Жыл бұрын

Thank you I was heart broken today when my doctor said that molecular vision was going to disqualify me

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

just go through the process and you should be okay

@ghostway700 Жыл бұрын

What if my vision is 20/30

@scottglover3478 Жыл бұрын

Say you have a bit high blood pressure and you also pass by alternative vision standards. Could those two close passes be put together as a fail? Or they will still be considered completely separate?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

we would consider them separately but each provider can make their own determinations

@orhanozder8454 7 ай бұрын

My left eye can't see clearly. My right eye can see very clearly. Do you know if I can get a truck license?

@castillo33 2 жыл бұрын

Question if a company pays for your DOT and get fired do they keep the medical card or do I need to take another one

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

The medical card is issued to the driver. I have not heard of an instance where an employer would confiscate it.

@halfpint1061 Ай бұрын

Do you get a restriction out on your license? If only 20/40 in one eye

@garyhagger6665 2 жыл бұрын

Now what is it going to take to get individual states to adopt this alternative standard.

@stephanieroussell1782 Жыл бұрын

Write to your governor. Worth a shot. That’s what I’m going to do here in FL

@leemesser1186 11 ай бұрын

Is there any sort of standard for below the knee amputees that would require anything further before being able to pass the dot physical

@EasyDOTPhysicals 11 ай бұрын

yes, you would need a skill performance evaluation

@daviddockstader1773 2 жыл бұрын

I have a question concerning eyeglasses thank you for doing this video man I’ve been fighting this for a lot of years just as you’re describing with this form I’ve been doing that for a lot of years I go to my optometrist have them write a letter I take it back to my physical take the DMV in hopes they would accept it and give me my drivers license I Magine you can see the stress in knowing that you may not be able to do your chosen occupation I have a question my right eye is 2025 my left eye is 2070 they always tell me I have to wear glasses to drive but glasses really hinder me it is safer in my opinion to not wear glasses while driving commercial vehicle but they always stamp on my license must wear corrective lenses under this new process do I still have to wear glasses even though I don’t even pay any attention to my left eye my brain only looks through my right eye what do you think

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Hi David and thanks for watching. If your vision can be corrected with glasses to fall withing the FMCSA typical standard then you will be required to use them and the new standard will not apply to you. If even when corrected your vision is not good enough to comply with the typical standard it will be up to the eye specialist to evaluate if you need your glasses for safe driving.

@daviddockstader1773 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals good info thank you

@midomido-fw9tm Жыл бұрын

Good job

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

one of your eyes must be 20/40 or better

@midomido-fw9tm Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@tayvezzyflexvlogs1157 2 жыл бұрын

Hey will the people at the dmv also ask me to do the vision test on the machine there ?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

yes

@cheikhkonte4342 2 жыл бұрын

How can I find optometrist or ophthalmologist to get the evaluation report?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

You can Google search and print out the form then bring it to any optometrist or opthamologist

@jermellbrown9292 2 жыл бұрын

I have cataract in my right eye but I wear glasses.....Will this hold me back from getting my CDL during DOT physical ?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

you would need to comply with the vision standard. I have two videos on this channel on vision.

@firstlast-dc1jm Жыл бұрын

Dr. Nuesse, I have a concern. This is a federal law, but will all 50 states honor this? I'm worried people with monocular vision will have a hard time being insured by carriers, because individual states will not go by this federal law.

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

There can definitely be state variations although the states have typically adopted the FMCSA standards in the past.

@cloroxxbryant8500 Жыл бұрын

What if u was shot in the eye does this count can a employer deny u to return to work

@michaelreyes8887 Жыл бұрын

Hi how do we get the alternative vision form can we download from websites or do we have to pick up form at a cdl dmv?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

you download it.

@215ftr 2 жыл бұрын

I have a question I was shot in my left eye 20yrs ago and its completely blind but with these new rules I could possibly get a C.D.L with good vision only in one eye ?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

correct

@noureddineflissi6775 Жыл бұрын

I can see 100% with my left eye , if a lack of vision only in my right eye , can i drive cdl truck over the road or only locally or i can not ?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

The video answers this in detail

@scottglover3478 11 ай бұрын

I have a question: what if you were suppose to go under the alternative vision standard according to a drs. Reports but some how the dot examiner determined you were ok and passed you under normal standards.. But then your next Dot it comes back up that you don't qualify? can you then switch to the alternative vision standard?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 11 ай бұрын

yes you can

@Lucas-mn7dt Жыл бұрын

Will this ever change? Because I’ll be driving package cars for ups in about 2 years and with the old rule I wouldn’t pass a dot physical because I have amplyobia in one eye

@abdurrezzakbalyarrak488 Жыл бұрын

You good.

@okthen4820 2 жыл бұрын

Is there anything in the works to get thc off the testing?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Not at this time

@KUMAR-vo4rs 2 жыл бұрын

WHAT IF THERE IS NO RESTRICTIONS ON MY LICENSE ABOUT GLASSES …SO CAN I STILL WEAR GLASSES TO BE MORE COMFORTABLE SEEING FURTHER…

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

I don't see why you couldn't

@chrisworley2536 2 жыл бұрын

so after you get all this done what do you take to the DMV?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Check out this video for the answer kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qK1kfNWZuLGlp6s.html

@hoangasam896 Жыл бұрын

i am one eye blind.. but other is almost to perfect vision. is that an automatic cdl physical fail? florida

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

You would follow the alternative vision standard for federal certification

@codycoffey1464 5 ай бұрын

So you still have to take the eye test at the dot physical also? Or just at the optometrist?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 5 ай бұрын

both

@franrodriguez3415 2 жыл бұрын

Is this work for cdl aplicant or only for cdl holders??? Thank you

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone who drives commercially

@theflyingfetus9405 Жыл бұрын

So I'm essentially blind in one eye due to an accident (not due to medical condition). I understand that it says less than 20/40 but the vision is bad enough in my left eye where I'm not sure it can even be measured. I've been driving issue free with one eye for 7 years, having pulled several trailers on a regular basis with no accidents and I'm very comfortable behind the wheel. I guess my question is, can I still get this exemption if I have basically no vision in one eye?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

Yes you can still get the exemption

@theflyingfetus9405 Ай бұрын

@EasyDOTPhysicals Update: I now have my class A license. Thanks for the video and info. Your channel is great. Helping people stay up to date and understand all this stuff.

@BuBBa_onFive 2 жыл бұрын

I'm diabetic and I take metformin should I be worried and do I need paperwork showing i take meds for my diabetes

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

These things would be up to the discretion of the doctor doing the exam. My advice would be bring as much info as you can.

@scottglover3478 Жыл бұрын

Does the fmsca actually require you to take a road test too?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

I have a video on this rule

@davidahrens2841 5 ай бұрын

when a driver gets cleared using this new standard what does the DOT Doctor mark on form 5875 and 5876? its not the vision exemption box, how is it indicated? thanks dave

@EasyDOTPhysicals 5 ай бұрын

no exemption is marked. the paperwork is simply attached to the paperwork

@davidahrens2841 5 ай бұрын

there is no 'no exemption' option on the 5875 form

@darionlong190 Жыл бұрын

If I passed a at home drug test twice do you think I can or have a high chance to pass a DOT urine test?

@jermaineyax6829 Жыл бұрын

Just don't do drugs make it easier on your life

@danieltenorio3559 9 ай бұрын

Is this new vision test still as effect as in 2023 bec I just have one good left eye ? Is it all for all states ?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 9 ай бұрын

yes

@nicholaswatson-wright3826 2 ай бұрын

Can one pass the DOT Physical being blind in one eye but have 20/20 vision in the better eye

@eliascastillo5252 2 жыл бұрын

im completely blind from my right eye since birth and wear glass, would I be able to get my class A or even obtain to pass DOT to drive BOX TRUCK

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

you would need to go through the Alternative vision standard

@eliascastillo5252 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals which is the new standard correct

@Eagle1222 Жыл бұрын

How long before I can in my med card expires and what happens if my med card expires?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

Try not to let your card expire.

@pg10842 Жыл бұрын

If a person have 20/20 vision in right eye but almost no vision in left eye due to amblyopia will they still pass?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

This video answers that question specifically

@fleudifragoso 5 ай бұрын

Hello dr, question I lost my left eye when l was a child, but l have car and l can drive normal, l want to get my CDL, do you think l will pass the DOT, thanks in advance!!

@EasyDOTPhysicals 5 ай бұрын

you need to have the alternative vision papers filled out when you go in for your exam

@user-gk3tg5nt2f 4 ай бұрын

Hey Doc, I have no vision in my right eye but ok vision with glasses in my left. Can I still obtain a CDL. I’m studying as we speak for my license, and I don’t wanna waste time if there gonna end up denying me

@EasyDOTPhysicals 4 ай бұрын

possibly using this new standard

@user-gk3tg5nt2f 4 ай бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals I hope so Doc

@mikebenjamin7929 5 ай бұрын

Hey Doc, I have 20/40 vision in my right eye.. No vision in my left do I qualify for cdl or only non cdl

@EasyDOTPhysicals 5 ай бұрын

possibly CDL through this standard

@tayvezzyflexvlogs1157 2 жыл бұрын

Hey so I take this to my eye doctor to get approved there and then take it to my Dot examination for a second approval

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

yes

@tayvezzyflexvlogs1157 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals thanks for your help I would never known this if it wasn’t for your video !

@stephanieroussell1782 Жыл бұрын

My husband just went for his cdl renewal (OTR driver) today with update RX. He just went to lens crafters. He is 20/40 in one eye and 20/70 in the other. DMV in orlando says he can no longer drive truck out of the state. Please help… what can we do?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

The vision exemption is a federal exemption. States can still impose their own restrictions.

@stephanieroussell1782 Жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals thank you!! Going to write to my Governor, Ron Desantis 🙏🏽

@scottglover3478 Жыл бұрын

How did that go??

@scottglover3478 3 ай бұрын

Did the standard work out??

@michaelpotter3638 2 жыл бұрын

So now that being said, I have 20/30 in my left, 20/40 in my right... I would be able to get a CDL?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

You would meet the traditional vision standard. Please see my other vision video with an explanation on it.

@michaelpotter3638 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals the dot physical requirements video you did?

@charlieharris1234 Жыл бұрын

🙏 I hope I pass

@user-du8dc1wx3y 5 ай бұрын

Hey got a question.....I would like to get my CDL but am not sure if I can pass vision test..my right eye I cannot see straight ahead but I can see direct to the side from an injury when I was a kid .but it is still blurry .I cannot read with My right eye. I was told I could get a waver . ? Wondering if that is true .??

@EasyDOTPhysicals 5 ай бұрын

no, the standard in the video is how you would proceed

@user-du8dc1wx3y 5 ай бұрын

So basically your saying I should forget about a CDL .or what I'm trying to decide is if it would be worth trying .?😢

@user-du8dc1wx3y 5 ай бұрын

Or if there is even a chance of me passing..

@holiday2995 2 жыл бұрын

I have no vision in one of my eyes, would I still be able to pass?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Potentially yes

@halfpint1061 Ай бұрын

Is it still like this in 2024?

@Joshsbets 2 жыл бұрын

Hey doc! Does the dmv drug test you after you pass the written test ?

@Joshsbets 2 жыл бұрын

Or do I only get tested at my physical appointment?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

There is a lot to explain about CDL drug testing. Please watch my videos on the subject for the most complete answer.

@Joshsbets 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals this is for a chauffeurs license. Was wondering if I get drug screened after I pass the written test. Please respond

@Joshsbets 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals you’d be a angel in disguised if you could let me know before tonight

@shudyshu7504 5 ай бұрын

If I was ordered to see an eye doctor by my physician before passing my physical would this form still work

@EasyDOTPhysicals 5 ай бұрын

If you get the proper form filled out

@shudyshu7504 5 ай бұрын

Is the form you posted the proper form?? They have my physical on hold until I see an actual eye doctor because I didn’t pass the vision test

@lucasd.1854 Жыл бұрын

I just got hit with this a few days ago during my DOT physical. Question Doc, would medical examiners perform an additional vision test AFTER drivers receive the green light from an optometrist/ophthalmologist???

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

I would need you to pass in one eye and have the form filled out by ophthalmologist. I allow before seeing the ophthalmologist or after. can’t say for certain what others require.

@lucasd.1854 Жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals That’s exactly how it happened with me. Right eye was 20/40, left 20/70, both eyes 20/50. Got an appt set up with an Ophthalmologist next week, wish me luck. As always, I truly appreciate your insight and content! I’ll definitely spread the word!

@shayk9227 Жыл бұрын

@@lucasd.1854 what happened

@lucasd.1854 Жыл бұрын

@@shayk9227 the optometrist was completely incompetent with regards to what I needed. According to them, they were unable to test my peripheral vision due to them not having the device/machine that’s needed to test it. I was pretty annoyed. So I was able to get fitted for contact lenses so that I can pass the vision exam. This whole thing is an absolute mess

@scottglover3478 Жыл бұрын

How'd it go?

@Danielprobably17 2 жыл бұрын

I’m 20/30 in both eyes. I could have read the tiny letters but idk. I just didn’t lol.

@bubblezgonecrazy 2 жыл бұрын

So your saying that someone that has a lazy eye say myself…. My brain relys on only looking through left eye…. My right eye is the lazy eye and it’s slightly blind due to weak nerves…. I can see like objects just not clear enough… I would not be able to read the chart with my right eye…. Would I still be able to get my class A…. I printed off your sheet you had in the the description…. I had a eye doctor say I should be fine and he would be willing to sign a waiver… would that even work????

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, that is the whole point of this new standard. I can not guarantee that you will be medically cleared but your description seems to fit the new standard. Good luck!

@bubblezgonecrazy 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals I passed thank you so much the law isn’t going to change it back will it… next 2 years when I have to retake my dot physical I’m not going to get screwed over if they change the vison back will I…

@charlieharris1234 Жыл бұрын

@@bubblezgonecrazy I'm about to take my exam also that what I'm afraid of if they change it back

@bubblezgonecrazy Жыл бұрын

@@charlieharris1234 yea I don’t want to be in my job for 5 years truck driving then boom They change the law the law back and I lose my job….

@javarischevelon822 Жыл бұрын

@bubblezgonecrazy are you driving trucks now and what state are you in?

@jimmywadsworth5440 2 жыл бұрын

They're finally coming around to see how important drivers really are

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

This update has been a long time coming

@kevincchurch2364 2 жыл бұрын

I have been discriminated my 52 years of life because of one eye !

@adrianm... Жыл бұрын

@@kevincchurch2364 what state u from?

@PatGilliland-do4yk 6 ай бұрын

Will the new alternative standard become effective in March, 2024?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 6 ай бұрын

it has been for some time

@alexhernandez1187 Жыл бұрын

What if I was diagnosed with glaucoma? Can I still get my CDL?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

It's possible. In my office you would need to pass the vision exam and have your treating doctor verify that your vision is stable.

@patrickhill2709 Жыл бұрын

So its possible to get a cal if you’re blind in one eye

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

Yes

@cowboycowboyhoss 11 ай бұрын

I'm 56 years old... my left eye has never seen 20/40 ... the right eye... however sees 20/30. Is it now possible for me to get a cdl? I've always been told I'm not eligible.

@EasyDOTPhysicals 11 ай бұрын

it might be

@cowboycowboyhoss 11 ай бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals I live in Missouri... does it very from state to state?

@cloroxxbryant8500 Жыл бұрын

What if u 20/20 in one eye and blind in the other will you still fail is that the standard

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

you need at least 20/40 in one eye only and the alternative vision form completed.

@cloroxxbryant8500 Жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals where can I get this form at in Jacksonville Florida I work on the docks and one employer keeps denying me to return because I am on social security disability

@payonrai8069 2 жыл бұрын

My right 20/30 and left is 20/50 will I be able pass in dot? Or will get license?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

You will not pass the traditional vision test unless you can correct your left eye to 20/40 minimum.

@payonrai8069 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals how to correct it 20/40

@SukhwinderSingh-du6fb Жыл бұрын

I have 20/20 lift eye..and rightt 20/40 right eye..can i pass eye exam..

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

yes

@cloroxxbryant8500 Жыл бұрын

Where can I go get this form from?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

it’s available on the fmcsa website

@goranilic1759 Жыл бұрын

When does this law come into force?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

It is currently the standard

@mhernandez8332 5 ай бұрын

Yes it may be good for some people but for me not having a job with no insurance I have to pay out of pocket it hit me hard not cheap.....

@scottglover3478 3 ай бұрын

Please explain how is the cost looking for you, would be helpful and are you still trucking ??

@mhernandez8332 3 ай бұрын

@@scottglover3478 Hello scottglover to answer your question it cost me here in Texas 289.00 dollar that's the DOT physical plus the eye exam not including I went to my eye Dr which cost me 89.00 dollars my DOT physical examiner wouldn't take it from my eye Dr so I had to go to another eye place to fill out the paperwork he gave me. So I did ask the DOT physical examiner if I'm going to have to do this every time he said yes. In my opinion it's bull just a nother way so thay can make money. So total I spent 378.00 dollars and yes I'm looking for a driving job I still have my CDL for now but if it gets any higher I'm going to put my license on hold and do other thangs

@joeyalderman7082 2 жыл бұрын

Amblyopia should be ok?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

Please see our video on the vision requirements

@JonnyCalmBruv Жыл бұрын

is there a weight and height limit ?

@EasyDOTPhysicals Жыл бұрын

No. I do have videos on this as it pertains to sleep apnea

@obconoby7395 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Doc. I have a situation here. I took a DOT physical last month and I didn't pass the vision part of the DOT physical. The doctor said my vision is 20/50. I went to an optometrist and got new prescription and new glasses but my vision appears to be roughly the same. I have astigmatism in my left eye. I have a pocket Snellen eye chart. Do you think that is a good source to judge one's eyesight? I feel like my vision is somewhat impaired even with my new glasses. My vision is much better in my right eye and is impaired in my left eye. I reckon I may be able to get by with the new alternative vision standard. Any suggestions?

@EasyDOTPhysicals 2 жыл бұрын

The pocket chart should give you a good idea of your distance vision. Definitely explore the new standard once it goes int effect.

@obconoby7395 2 жыл бұрын

@@EasyDOTPhysicals Thank you for your reply.