A driver who is employed must submit a Joint application, meaning the application is completed and submitted by both the driver and the employer.
A driver who is self-employed or not currently employed as a commercial driver submits a Unilateral application, meaning the application is completed and submitted solely by the driver.
- Undergo a DOT physical and obtain a medical certificate
- Have the Medical Evaluation Summary completed by a physiatrist or orthopedic surgeon
- Provide a description of any bracing, assistive, or prosthetic devices being used
- Obtain a driving record of the past three years from their state drivers licensing agency
- A road test must be performed using the trailer type the driver intends to use
- The individual must complete a driver employment application or provide a statement that the driver was not previously employed