Does the D.O.T. allow insulin-dependant diabetics to get their CDLs? My boyfriend was planning on getting his CDL and then he was diagnosed with diabetes. He has to take daily insulin shots. His treatment and his disease don’t really interfere with his life. So, no comas, no seizures, or anything like that. He’s heard that means he can’t drive a truck, and he’s seriously bumming. Is this true? Or is that considered discrimination? Does the D.O.T. have guidelines covering health issues for drivers? Thanks for your help!
Well, he doesnt have any “attacks” he doesn’t have seizures, or any black outs. He just does a daily shot of insulin, takes metformin and avandia. He doesn’t use an insulin pump, those guys who have “Attacks” usually rely on an insulin pump. It hasn’t progressed that far yet.
June 18th, 2010 at 9:27 pm
YES
He can Drive,I am a Diabetic
June 18th, 2010 at 9:48 pm
No, as it can alter your mental status if an attack occurs during driving.
June 18th, 2010 at 10:03 pm
Check with your state DOT. rules may differ from state to state or even company to company. Trucking companies may have problems with drivers because being on the road all the time may keep him from maintaing his insulin supply, hence the side effects. Rules may differ with diabetics who are insulin dependent and diabetics who are not.
June 18th, 2010 at 10:41 pm
my ex girlfriends step dad had to give up his cdl after he was diagnosed with it.