Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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I stand corrected. Thanks.
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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About to finish up Psd with Prime!
They are making me do the sleep study when I go back to test for my CDL. My bmi is in the 40's. I knew I would be pegged for the study before I went. I have no problem with it at all. From what the lady in the sleep study meeting said years ago a Prime driver fell asleep and killed a family of 4 and since then Mr Low is strict about the sleep study and I totally understand.
The info they told us is a BMW of 36 and over will flag you. I could be wrong about the exact number. 36 or 37...somewhere around there. Also male neck size of 17 and female neck size of 15.5 will flag you. She said over 40 years of age is a factor but I believe that is only part of it cause not everyone over 40 was chosen for the study. My roommate at Campus Inn went for the sleep study and he was 300 pounds and snored loudly. He did not have to get the machine. I watch a YouTube video from Mark Staite. He said after using the machine you would have to fight him to get it off his truck. He claims he sleeps better and has more energy during the day and does not get tired as easy. My brother has used it for over a decade and he likes his too. I'm kinda looking forward to the study.
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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Due to myneck size and bmi , i have to do a sleep study to see if I have sleep apnea, if so, i get a cpap machine to use
I hope not to pry too much with this question, but do you know the particulars about these? I'm currently looking into becoming an otr trainee and my bmi is roughly a 32, which puts me in the obese category. I haven't measured my neck, nor do I know the relation between neck size and sleep apnea.
When you do your d.o.t physical, if they feel you are at risk for sleep apnea due to your bmi, they measure your neck,read a chart and sign you up. They said that the neck is measured because of the risk of your neck actually decreasing the air passage further increasing the risk of sleep apnea
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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Update, Got into Springfield today to test out Sunday.😊 My PSD instructor has decided to take me on through the tnt phase of training! Not sure if this is a good thing or not, but we leave Weds morning after my sleep study results.
I believe that's good news about your instructor becoming your TNT "instructor." Sounds like you're well on your way to a rewarding career with Prime.
Regarding the "sleep study," what is that? I've never heard of one, so that's the basis for my question.
On a related topic, I hope you get a good night's sleep tonight AND that you achieve the TRIFECTA tomorrow.
Good luck!
Steve
Due to myneck size and bmi , i have to do a sleep study to see if I have sleep apnea, if so, i get a cpap machine to use
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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About to finish up Psd with Prime!
Update, Got into Springfield today to test out Sunday.😊 My PSD instructor has decided to take me on through the tnt phase of training! Not sure if this is a good thing or not, but we leave Weds morning after my sleep study results.
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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I'm with Prime also. Sitting at a Walmart DC waiting to be unloaded right now. End of day 4 of my PSD. I have almost 1k miles as of today.
Dang! 1K in first 4. Jealous. Thought I was doing pretty good. And I have been out a week longer than expected. Good for you, hope you n trainer are getting along
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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Good Luck Don.
Thanks. Which school are you in?
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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I hope Don passed his test!
Don, are you still here? When did you take (or when do you take) your CDL Exam?
Best of luck,
Steve
Still out on my psd portion, well over 3k miles under my belt. Scheduled to test Sunday for cdl.fingers crossed
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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Yep, they let the cat out of the bag during my orientation about the auto trans. Heading out first thing tomorrow is awesome. Friendly advice, listen,listen listen! Try to leave distractions outside the truck. Don't take itpersonal. If your trainer corrects you,listen and re group as quick as you can or it will snowball rapidly. Took me a few days to stop focusing on my mistakes. Good luck! 14 days fly by
Posted: 8 years, 3 months ago
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Leasing A Truck: My Journey
I am just starting my tnt phase, and am curious of the miles you are getting? I was considering leasing when i finish,however,this thread certainly rattled my cage. My figures lead me clearing around 900 a week as company driver