I am a female 5'6' 187 lbs. currently changing my diet to loose some weight. Technically puts me in the "obese" category. As far as weight goes, is this an issue for any companies? I am applying to prime, swift, usxpress, and some others. Prime is my number one choice so far. I read somewhere that you have to pass their " body mass" test at orientation. Does anybody know anything about this?
Is being fat going to affect me getting a job?
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Meganleigh, Apr 3, 2015.
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They usually measure your neck and body mass index on a chart, so it could. Also make sure your blood pressure is within the dot standards.
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Obviously, you've never seen some of the beasts that these companies will hire. You should be A-OK.MJ1657, dog-c, Wild Murphy and 6 others Thank this.
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Prime said they won't hire me because of my weight. I am 6'0 tall and had a 42 inch waistline then.
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There is a difference in the medical definition of obese, and the regular people's definition. I can't see that you would have any trouble I see some very large people working for most of the mega's
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Companies may make you do a sleep study for sleep apnea.
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Yeah, that's what they told you. The real reason is Alabama beat Missouri and Ohio State beat Alabama.stormy379 Thanks this.
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If being overweight was a major issue there would be a lot fewer drivers on the road.Worse thing is they'll probably flag you for a sleep apnea study.
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KiLLaZiLLa93, well i once was driving and saw a woman applying her makeup with one hand and brushing her hair with her other hand. Man, it made me sooo mad that i actually cut myself shaving!!!
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How is it working for usxpress? That is my second choice
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