Tag: Sleep apnea
The discovery of Schultz’s body, a trucker who went missing in the fall of last year, just “doesn’t add up,” says his widow. Truck driver David Schultz’s body was found in a field on Wednesday afternoon after...
One driver’s proper load securement led to a wild balancing act after the flatbed wrecked in this video of the incident. The video shows a blue semi truck balancing with the cab up in the air after...
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Democrats push FMCSA to resume sleep apnea screening
Democratic lawmakers have recently proposed two new bills that would require the FMCSA to issue a final rule that would force truck drivers and...
Sleep Apnea And Speed Limiter Regulations Stall Under Trump
Two controversial pending Obama-era FMCSA regulations have been quietly derailed by the Trump administration's Department of Transportation.
Trump Puts The Brakes On Speed Limiter Mandate
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Court: Crete Carrier Had Legal Right To Force Trucker To Undergo Sleep Apnea Testing
The U.S. Court of Appeals ruled that Crete Carrier was not in violation of the Americans With Disabilities Act when it forced a trucker to...
Survey: Suspected Sleep Apnea Is Costly For Truckers
A new survey released by the American Transportation Research Institute says that sleep apnea screening can cost thousands of dollars -- and that more than...
Study: Untreated Sleep Apnea Dramatically Increases Crash Rate
A study released today shows that untreated sleep apnea is linked to a dramatic increase in serious preventable crashes.
Untreated Sleep Apnea Increases Crash Risk By...
FMCSA Takes First Step Towards Sleep Apnea Ruling
The FMCSA announced that it will seek feedback about sleep apnea in commercial vehicle drivers as a first step towards an official ruling on...
World’s Smallest, Hose-Less CPAP Machine
A new product promises to revolutionize the CPAP industry. Read more about it here.
NTSB Recommends FMCSA Place Stricter Restrictions on Hand-Held Devices
The NTSB has recommended the FMCSA place stricter regulations on hand-held devices, new entrant oversight and sleep apnea.
Trucking Company Prime, Inc. Helps Drivers With Sleep Apnea
Prime, Inc. is actively taking measures to improve the safety and well-being of its truckers, testing and treating drivers all from within their facility.
Signs You May Be Suffering From Sleep Apnea
Signs you many be suffering from obstructive sleep apnea and explanation of the condition.
Studies Show: Sleep Apnea Can Lead To Glaucoma And Blindness
Studies show that glaucoma can be a huge risk for those suffering from sleep apnea. Glaucoma is an eye disease and group of conditions which...
Regulations: Mandated 10-Year Background Checks And More On The Horizon?
Are more regulations regarding background checks, sleep apnea and more on the way? Find out what the NTSB wants the FMCSA to address.
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