Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Vision |
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Larry W. Minor
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
April 23, 2015
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 78 (Thursday, April 23, 2015)]
[Notices]
[Pages 22773-22777]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-09460]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
[Docket No. FMCSA-2014-0305]
Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Vision
AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of applications for exemptions, request for comments.
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SUMMARY: FMCSA announces receipt of applications from 35 individuals
for exemption from the vision requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier
Safety Regulations. They are unable to meet the vision requirement in
one eye for various reasons. The exemptions will enable these
individuals to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate
commerce without meeting the prescribed vision requirement in one eye.
If granted, the exemptions would enable these individuals to qualify as
drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce.
DATES: Comments must be received on or before May 26, 2015. All
comments will be investigated by FMCSA. The exemptions will be issued
the day after the comment period closes.
ADDRESSES: You may submit comments bearing the Federal Docket
Management System (FDMS) Docket No. FMCSA-2014-0305 using any of the
following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the on-line instructions for submitting
comments.
Mail: Docket Management Facility; U.S. Department of
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
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1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal Holidays.
Fax: 1-202-493-2251.
Instructions: Each submission must include the Agency name and the
docket numbers for this notice. Note that all comments received will be
posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information provided. Please see the Privacy Act heading below
for further information.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Charles A. Horan, III, Director,
Carrier, Driver and Vehicle Safety Standards, (202) 366-4001,
fmcsamedical@dot.gov, FMCSA, Department of Transportation, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue, SE., Room W64-224, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Office
hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays. If you have questions regarding viewing or submitting
material to the docket, contact Docket Services, telephone (202) 366-
9826.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Background
Under 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315, FMCSA may grant an exemption
from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for a 2-year period
if it finds
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``such exemption would likely achieve a level of safety that is
equivalent to or greater than the level that would be achieved absent
such exemption.'' FMCSA can renew exemptions at the end of each 2-year
period. The 35 individuals listed in this notice have each requested
such an exemption from the vision requirement in 49 CFR 391.41(b)(10),
which applies to drivers of CMVs in interstate commerce. Accordingly,
the Agency will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant to
determine whether granting an exemption will achieve the required level
of safety mandated by statute.
II. Qualifications of Applicants
Donald A. Becker, Jr.
Mr. Becker, 39, has had amblyopia in his right eye since childhood.
The visual acuity in his right eye is counting fingers, and in his left
eye, 20/15. Following an examination in 2014, his ophthalmologist
stated, ``In your medical opinion, Patient has sufficient vision to
perform the driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle, Yes
[sic].'' Mr. Becker reported that he has driven straight trucks for 13
years, accumulating 195,000 miles. He holds a chauffer's license from
Michigan. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and
no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Ronald G. Bradley
Mr. Bradley, 50, has had a macular scar in his left eye since 2005.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/
90. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``I have
been asked to submit a signed statement certifying that Mr. Bradley has
sufficient vision to drive a commercial vehicle . . . While his visual
condition could change, my professional opinion is that since this
condition has been stable for nearly ten years, I would expect it to
continue to remain the same.'' Mr. Bradley reported that he has driven
straight trucks for 32 years, accumulating 73,600 miles, and tractor-
trailer combinations for 32 years, accumulating 320,000 miles. He holds
a Class A CDL from Indiana. His driving record for the last 3 years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Rober J. Bruce
Mr. Bruce, 63, has had optic atrophy in his left eye since 2011.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/25, and in his left eye, 20/
70. Following an examination in 2014, his neurologist stated, ``In my
opinion, based on these evaluations, Mr. Bruce has sufficient vision to
perform the driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.''
Mr. Bruce reported that he has driven straight trucks for 12 years,
accumulating 120,000 miles. He holds an operator's license from
Arizona. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and
no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Mark A. Carter
Mr. Carter, 63, has had enucleation in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident in 1977. The visual acuity in his right eye is no
light perception, and in his left eye, 20/15. Following an examination
in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``In my medical opinion I feel mark
has sufficient vision to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Carter
reported that he has driven straight trucks for 40 years, accumulating
20,000 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for 43 years,
accumulating 3.44 million miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Oklahoma.
His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
William T. Costie
Mr. Costie, 51, has had optic nerve hypoplasia in his left eye
since birth. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his
left eye, 20/80. Following an examination in 2014, his ophthalmologist
stated, ``Mr. Costie is a 51 year old gentleman who has congenital
optic nerve hypoplasia in the left eye . . . It is my opinion that this
gentleman has not had, nor should have in the future, any problem
driving a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Costie reported that he has driven
straight trucks for 10 years, accumulating 36,000 miles, and tractor-
trailer combinations for 5 years, accumulating 500,000 miles. He holds
a Class A CDL from New York. His driving record for the last 3 years
shows one crash, to which he did contribute but was not cited, and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Donald W. Donaldson
Mr. Donaldson, 55, has a corneal scar in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident in 1995. The visual acuity in his right eye is no
light perception, and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination
in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``Visual field is adequate to operate
a commercial vehicle and condition has been stable to for years without
adverse effect on driving ability. Mr. Donaldson has adequate acuity
and color perception to continue operating a commercial vehicle
safely.'' Mr. Donaldson reported that he has driven tractor-trailer
combinations for 30 years, accumulating 2.25 million miles. He holds a
Class A CDL from Georgia. His driving record for the last 3 years shows
no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Glenn E. Dowell
Mr. Dowell, 58, has aphakia in his left eye due to a traumatic
incident in 1990. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in
his left eye, 20/100. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist
stated, ``I feel he has sufficient vision to perform the driving tasks
required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Dowell reported that he
has driven tractor-trailer combinations for 40 years, accumulating two
million miles. He holds an operator's license from Indiana. His driving
record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and one conviction for a
moving violation in a CMV; he exceeded the speed limit by 10 mph.
James L. Duck
Mr. Duck, 70, has had amblyopia in his right eye since childhood.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/200, and in his left eye, 20/
25. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``Mr.
Duck has had poor vison in his right eye since he was a child. This
condition is stable, and he has compensated and adapted to this
condition his entire adult life. As such, he still has sufficient
visual acuity to perform the driving tasks required to operate a
commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Duck reported that he has driven straight
trucks for 50 years, accumulating 875,000 miles, tractor-trailer
combinations for 50 years, accumulating 875,000 miles. He holds an
operator's license from New Mexico. His driving record for the last 3
years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a
CMV.
Terrence R. Ervin
Mr. Ervin, 59, has complete loss of vision in his left eye due to a
traumatic incident in 1992. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/
20, and in his left eye, no light perception. Following an examination
in 2014, his ophthalmologist stated, ``He knows and understands the
precautions that are necessary for driving; therefore, his vision is
sufficient to perform the driving tasks required to operate a
commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Ervin reported that he has driven tractor-
trailer combinations for 13 years, accumulating 2.6 million miles. He
holds a Class A CDL from California. His driving record
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for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving
violations in a CMV.
Douglas E. Hetrick
Mr. Hetrick, 57, has had amblyopia in his left eye since childhood.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/
60. Following an examination in 2014, his ophthalmologist stated, ``Mr.
Hetrick has a history of amblyopia in his left eye since childhood that
is stable. . .With the following testing noted above, I believe that
Mr. Hetrick is able to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Hetrick
reported that he has driven straight trucks for 40 years, accumulating
50,000 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Colorado. His driving record
for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving
violations in a CMV.
Arthur R. Hughson
Mr. Hughson, 50, has had a deformed retina in his left eye since
birth. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left
eye, 20/400. Following an examination in 2015, his optometrist stated,
``His excellent driving record and adaptation to his visual status
makes him a safe driver for a CDL.'' Mr. Hughson reported that he has
driven straight trucks for 5 years, accumulating 500,000 miles, and
tractor-trailer combinations for 3 years, accumulating 180,000 miles.
He holds a Class A CDL from Pennsylvania. His driving record for the
last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations
in a CMV.
Marc R. Johnston
Mr. Johnston, 54, has complete loss of vision in his left eye due
to a traumatic incident in 1999. The visual acuity in his right eye is
20/20, and in his left eye, no light perception. Following an
examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``Mr. Johnston's right eye
is very healthy. . .He is still able to drive a commercial vehicle.''
Mr. Johnston reported that he has driven tractor-trailer combinations
for 31 years, accumulating 525,512 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from
Oregon. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Joseph M. Jones
Mr. Jones, 70, has a retinal scar in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident during childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye
is counting fingers, and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an
examination in 2014, his ophthalmologist stated, ``Mr. Jones has visual
acuity of count fingers only in the right eye. . .I feel that the
patient is qualified to obtain a commercial driver's license.'' Mr.
Jones reported that he has driven tractor-trailer combinations for 20
years, accumulating 740,000 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Idaho.
His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Larry C. Kautz
Mr. Kautz, 49, has had amblyopia in his right eye since birth. The
visual acuity in his right eye is 20/70, and in his left eye, 20/25.
Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``In my
opinion, Larry Kautz has sufficient vision to operate a commercial
vehicle.'' Mr. Kautz reported that he has driven straight trucks for 12
years, accumulating 10,800 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from
Pennsylvania. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes
and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Theodore J. Kenyon
Mr. Kenyon, 73, has had refractive amblyopia in his right eye since
childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/40, and in his left
eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2015, his optometrist stated,
``He has a history of refractive amblyopia (lazy eye) in his RE since
childhood. . . In my medical opinion Mr. Theodore Kenyon is qualified
to drive a commercial vehicle on public roadways.'' Mr. Kenyon reported
that he has driven straight trucks for 55 years, accumulating 825,000
miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for 30 years, accumulating
300,000 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Vermont. His driving record
for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving
violations in a CMV.
Howard H. Key, Jr.
Mr. Key, 54, has had a central macula scar in his right eye since
1989. The visual acuity in his right eye is counting fingers, and in
his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist
stated, ``In my opinion Mr. Key has sufficient vision to perform the
driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Key
reported that he has driven straight trucks for 22 years, accumulating
440,000 miles. He holds an operator's license from Arkansas. His
driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions
for moving violations in a CMV.
Bernard Khraich
Mr. Khraich, 38, has light perception in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident during childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye
is light perception, and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an
examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``Capable of driving a
commercial vehicle, has sufficient vision.'' Mr. Khraich reported that
he has driven straight trucks for 10 years, accumulating 50,000 miles,
tractor-trailer combinations for six years, accumulating 1,200 miles,
and buses for five years, accumulating 500 miles. He holds an
operator's license from California. His driving record for the last 3
years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a
CMV.
Bradley R. King
Mr. King, 58, has complete loss of vision in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident in 1979. The visual acuity in his right eye is no
light perception, and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination
in 2014, his ophthalmologist stated, ``Brad has sufficient vision to
perform the driving tasks that are required to continue to operate a
commercial vehicle.'' Mr. King reported that he has driven straight
trucks for 42 years, accumulating 42,000 miles, and tractor-trailer
combinations for 4 years, accumulating 28,000 miles. He holds a Class A
CDL from Iowa. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes
and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
David C. Leoffler
Mr. Leoffler, 51, has had amblyopia in his left eye since
childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left
eye, 20/200. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist stated,
``His Amblyopia was not successfully treated in early childhood,
resulting in permanent monocular vision impairment. It is my
professional judgment that Mr. Leoffler can safely and proficiently
operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Leoffler reported that he has
driven straight trucks for 20 years, accumulating 600,000 miles, and
tractor-trailer combinations for 20 years, accumulating 1.8 million
miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Colorado. His driving record for the
last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations
in a CMV.
Melvin D. Moffett
Mr. Moffett, 70, has had a retinal detachment in his left eye since
1999. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/40, and in his left eye,
20/100. Following an examination in 2015, his
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ophthalmologist stated, ``Posterior segment examination performed
previously revealed evidence of an old, treated retinal detachment
present in the patient's left eye . . . It appears at this time that
Mr. Moffett should be able to operate a commercial vehicle
appropriately.'' Mr. Moffett reported that he has driven straight
trucks for 40 years, accumulating 80,000 miles. He holds an operator's
license from Kentucky. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no
crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Armando F. Pedroso
Mr. Pedroso, 34, has corneal scarring in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident during childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye
is 20/200, and in his left eye, 20/15. Following an examination in
2014, his optometrist stated, ``It is my opinion that Mr. Armando
Pedroso has sufficient vision to perform the driving tasks required to
operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Pedroso reported that he has driven
straight trucks for 8.5 years, accumulating 340,000 miles. He holds a
Class B CDL from Minnesota. His driving record for the last 3 years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Quang M. Pham
Mr. Pham, 29, has had a large choroidal scar over macula in his
left eye since birth. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and
in his left eye, 20/400. Following an examination in 2014, his
optometrist stated, ``With both eyes open patient has sufficient vision
to perform driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.''
Mr. Pham reported that he has driven tractor-trailer combinations for 2
years, accumulating 52,000 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Texas.
His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
William A. Ramirez Vazquez
Mr. Ramirez Vazquez, 37, has had chorioretinal scar in his left eye
since 2001. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his
left eye, 20/400. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist
stated, ``In my medical opinion, William has sufficient vision to
perform the driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.''
Mr. Ramirez Vazquez reported that he has driven straight trucks for 15
years, accumulating 150,000 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for
4 years, accumulating 400,000 miles. He holds an operator's license
from California. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no
crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Donald W. Randall
Mr. Randall, 55, has complete loss of vision in his left eye due to
a traumatic incident during childhood. The visual acuity in his right
eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, no light perception. Following an
examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``He presented with a
desire to get a CDL. There is no visual hindrance in the right eye that
would inhibit his driving.'' Mr. Randall reported that he has driven
straight trucks for 20 years, accumulating 20,000 miles, and tractor-
trailer combinations for 20 years, accumulating 20,000 miles. He holds
a Class A CDL from Utah. His driving record for the last 3 years shows
no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Glen E. Robbins
Mr. Robbins, 71, has had a central macular scar in his right eye
since 1963. The visual acuity in his right eye is no light perception,
and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2014, his
ophthalmologist stated, ``Based on the visual field extent demonstrated
on the formal visual field, I feel he has sufficient vision to perform
driving tasks in regards to operating a commercial vehicle.'' Mr.
Robbins reported that he has driven straight trucks for 3.5 years,
accumulating 223,562 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for 48
years, accumulating 4.8 million miles. He holds a Class A CDL from
Wyoming. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and
no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Enrique F. Rodriguez Gonzalez
Mr. Rodriguez Gonzalez, 45, has had glaucoma in his left eye since
childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left
eye, 20/50. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist stated,
``This patient has sufficient clarity and visual field to operate a
commercial motor vehicle safely.'' Mr. Rodriguez Gonzalez reported that
he has driven straight trucks for 10.5 years, accumulating 273,000
miles. He holds an operator's license from North Carolina. His driving
record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions for
moving violations in a CMV.
Ronald P. Schoborg
Mr. Schoborg, 76, has had amblyopia in his right eye since
childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/60, and in his left
eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2015, his ophthalmologist
stated, ``I believe Mr. Schoborg has sufficient vision to perform the
tasks necessary to drive a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Schoborg reported
that he has driven buses for 12 years, accumulating 396,000 miles. He
holds a Class A CDL from Arkansas. His driving record for the last 3
years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a
CMV.
Raymond Sherrill
Mr. Sherrill, 40, has complete loss of vision in his left eye due
to a traumatic incident in 2013. The visual acuity in his right eye is
20/20, and in his left eye, no light perception. Following an
examination in 2015, his optometrist stated, ``My opinion no visual
problems to prohibit from commercial vehicle operation.'' Mr. Sherrill
reported that he has driven straight trucks for 21 years, accumulating
63,000 miles. He holds a Class BM CDL from Pennsylvania. His driving
record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions for
moving violations in a CMV.
Roger D. Simpson
Mr. Simpson, 68, has had ischemic optic neuropathy in his right eye
since 2009. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/200, and in his
left eye, 20/25. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist
stated, ``I explained to Mr. Simpson that his visual function appears
stable and it is my medical opinion that he is able to continue to have
sufficient vision to drive as a commercial driver adequately.'' Mr.
Simpson reported that he has driven straight trucks for six months,
accumulating 500 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for 20 years,
accumulating three million miles. He holds an operator's license from
Arkansas. His driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and
no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Mehrzad Tavanaie
Mr. Tavanaie, 49, has had amblyopia in his left eye since birth.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/
100. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist stated,
``Amblyopic left eye has existed since birth. Patient is competent &
comfortable in driving professionally for many year. Patient has been
driving commercially [sic] for 19 yrs [sic] without incident.'' Mr.
Tavanaie reported that he has driven tractor-trailer combinations for
19 years, accumulating 100,000 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from
California. His driving record for the last 3 years shows
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no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Steven M. Tewhill
Mr. Tewhill, 49, has had ocular histoplasmosis in his left eye
since 2007. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his
left eye, 20/150. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist
stated, ``After thorough examination, it is my professional opinion
that Mr. Tewhill has sufficient vision to perform his driving tasks to
operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Tewhill reported that he has driven
straight trucks for 32 years, accumulating 16,000 miles, and tractor-
trailer combinations for 10 years, accumulating 10,200 miles. He holds
a Class A CDL from Arkansas. His driving record for the last 3 years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Brett E. Thomas
Mr. Thomas, 46, has had amblyopia in his left eye since birth. The
visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/50.
Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``His vision
is great, and he is able to sufficiently able to operate a commercial
vehicle safely!'' Mr. Thomas reported that he has driven straight
trucks for 8.5 years, accumulating 85,000 miles, and tractor-trailer
combinations for 8.5 years, accumulating 170,000 miles. He holds a
Class A CDL from Texas. His driving record for the last 3 years shows
no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
Keith E. Thompson
Mr. Thompson, 40, has a severed optic nerve in his left eye due to
a traumatic incident in 1994. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/
20, and in his left eye, no light perception. Following an examination
in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``Mr. Thompson has fully adapted to
his monocular condition using visual cues to fill in for binocular
situations (i.e. size, occlusion etc.). In my professional opinion, he
is capable in handling any commercial truck while driving.'' Mr.
Thompson reported that he has driven straight trucks for 21 years,
accumulating 630,000 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Missouri. His
driving record for the last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions
for moving violations in a CMV.
Jeffrey W. Tucker
Mr. Tucker, 47, has had amblyopia in his left eye since childhood.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/
100. Following an examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``In my
opinion, Mr. Tucker has sufficient vision to perform all driving tasks
required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Tucker reported that he
has driven straight trucks for 5 years, accumulating 130,000 miles. He
holds a chauffeur's license from Indiana. His driving record for the
last 3 years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations
in a CMV.
Thomas W. Workman
Mr. Workman, 63, has complete loss of vision in his left eye due to
a traumatic incident in childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye
is 20/20, and in his left eye, no light perception. Following an
examination in 2014, his optometrist stated, ``In my medical opinion,
Thomas has sufficient vision to perform the driving tasks required to
operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Workman reported that he has driven
straight trucks for 45 years, accumulating 1.8 million miles. He holds
a Class B CDL from Illinois. His driving record for the last 3 years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.
III. Public Participation and Request for Comments
FMCSA encourages you to participate by submitting comments and
related materials.
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Issued On: April 17, 2015.
Larry W. Minor,
Associate Administrator for Policy.
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