A48-Year-Old Male Driver Has Lost His Right-Hand Thumb in an Accident

A48-year-old male driver has lost his right-hand thumb in an accident during his work as a carpenter 6 years ago. The driver is left-handed. He has no other health issues disqualifying him from driving a CMV. Is there any additional information needed before you certify this person?

A) No, no additional information is needed. This person is not qualified as he has an impairment of a finger that interferes with prehension and grasping.
B) Yes, a Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) Certificate by FMCSA certifying that this person can perform his normal duties despite the impairment.
C) Yes, a clearance by the treating orthopedist confirming that the impairment has no effect on the person's prehension and grasping ability.
D) No, no additional information needed. This person is qualified as he is left-handed.

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