The school bus driver shortage has become a nationwide issue that has even resulted in some schools canceling instructional days. All school bus contractors have been faced with this issue and regularly struggle with keeping drivers behind the wheel. Operators have tried bonus programs, referral programs, and free CDL training. Despite these efforts, the driver shortage continues. Following is a novel approach that could provide some relief by removing a common barrier to entry that discourages ...
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In September 2018, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced it was revising 49 CFR § 391.41 to permit drivers with a stable insulin regimen and properly controlled insulin-treated diabetes mellitus (ITDM) to be permitted to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce without an exemption from FMCSA.
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2/28/2019| Reference Number : 140.0| Human Resources,
Legislative/Regulatory | Insulin,
Diabetes,
ITDM,
insulin-treated diabetes mellitus,
CMV,
Commercial Motor Vehicles,
CDL,
Commercial Driver's License,
Waiver,
Medical Examiner's Report Form,
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) |