1. Medical History Review:
You’ll complete a questionnaire covering past surgeries, illnesses, medications, and any chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, heart disease, epilepsy)
2. Vision
Must meet 20/40 in each eye (with or without corrective lenses). Peripheral vision requirement is typically 70°. Must distinguish traffic signal colors
3. Hearing
Hearing Must hear a forced whisper at 5 feet in at least one ear, with or without hearing aids.
4. Blood pressure & pulse:
Optimal: ≤ 140/90 mmHg. If elevated, certificate may be issued for less than 24 months (e.g., 3, 6, or 12 months)
5. Urinalysis:
Checks for indicators like glucose, protein, and red blood cells to screen for underlying issues (e.g., diabetes, kidney disease). It’s not a drug test.
6. Physical exam:
Evaluation includes: General appearance Limb function and mobility Respiratory & cardiovascular systems Neurological checks (reflexes, coordination)
7. Additional condition-specific checks:
Sleep apnea: May require a neck circumference or BMI check if flagged, a sleep study or CPAP compliance report (at least 90 days of use at ~70%) is necessary.
Diabetes: Stable cases (even insulin-treated) are allowed with proper documentation like HbA1C records. Cardiac, neurological issues, epilepsy, amputations, etc., may require specialist clearance, extra testing, or Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) for physical impairments.
