Frequently Asked Questions
The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are questions and answers about Compliance,
Safety, Accountability (CSA) that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
(FMCSA) compiled to assist the public. As questions come in through the website,
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Are there new regulations regarding a driver's body mass index (BMI), body fat ratio,
weight, neck size, and sleep apnea?
Answer
Despite rumors to the contrary, no. While research was recently released stating
that a driver's BMI is a risk factor for identifying sleep apnea, neither the Federal
Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) nor the Compliance, Safety, Accountability
program currently has any rules that restrict who can be a commercial motor vehicle
driver based on BMI or weight, or neck size. For more information view FMCSA’s Spotlight on Sleep Apnea.
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