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Any stats somewhere on at what age most CDL truck drivers become disabled?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Moneyhungrytrucker, Apr 7, 2022.

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  1. Apr 7, 2022 #1
    Moneyhungrytrucker

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    Any stats somewhere on at what age most CDL truck drivers become disabled, thus failing their DOT medical?
     
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  3. Apr 7, 2022 #2
    kranky1

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    Not sure, my neighbours 73. He’s just pissed off at having to file a medical every year. It’s annual at 65 but if you pass it drive on. I’ve met guys on the road in their late 70’s.
     
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  4. Apr 7, 2022 #3
    freebeertomorrow

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    physically

    or mentally?
     
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    Moneyhungrytrucker

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    Both .... the main point being they could not renew their medical card.
     
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    Boondock

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    That would just depend on personal health, genetics and lifestyle.
     
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    tscottme

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    Most CDL drivers don't become disabled.
     
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    Go search OOIDA
     
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    tscottme

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    "It's someone else's fault I was forced to eat 5 big macs per day. Where's my check?"
     
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  12. Apr 7, 2022 #10
    Val_Caldera

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    Physically Most Likely.
    Certainly Every Driver, I, Is/Was A Bit "Off His/Her/? Trolley", From My & Others' Observations.
    CHEERS!!​
     
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