Is Trucking Hard On The Eyes?
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Just some general comments here. First, get a good eye exam.
Astigmatism and other problems are mild. I did get a pair of glasses that help with that and cut down on glare at night. Remarkable difference in my night driving now.
Fatigue. Man, after a 16 hour day what isn't tired? LOL.
Get a good pair of sunglasses for day driving. Sun exposure over time can lead to cataract formation. It wasn't a complete answer to your original question. Apologies for that. Still sound recommendations here.
Thank you everyone for the replies, this is all reassuring. Thank you for the links Anne, I will start the High Road as soon as this project is done and my migraine goes away. And since I see paid CDL training is the best way to go I have started calling recruiters with a couple questions.
One related question for those of you who wear prescription glasses: do any of you use transition lenses? I'd thought it would be a good idea to get them so it wouldn't be necessary to have to switch between eye glasses and sunglasses while driving, but I read that apparently the windshield blocks UV rays which is what causes the the lenses to change to sunglasses, so they wouldn't be good. Is that true? Thanks!
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
I’m not very knowledgeable about transition lenses, but I do fine with regular glasses. I have prescription sunglasses and Walmart reading glasses. I switch between the two as needed.
I’m not very knowledgeable about transition lenses, but I do fine with regular glasses. I have prescription sunglasses and Walmart reading glasses. I switch between the two as needed.
That's what Tom does, as well.
Thank you everyone for the replies, this is all reassuring. Thank you for the links Anne, I will start the High Road as soon as this project is done and my migraine goes away. And since I see paid CDL training is the best way to go I have started calling recruiters with a couple questions.
One related question for those of you who wear prescription glasses: do any of you use transition lenses? I'd thought it would be a good idea to get them so it wouldn't be necessary to have to switch between eye glasses and sunglasses while driving, but I read that apparently the windshield blocks UV rays which is what causes the the lenses to change to sunglasses, so they wouldn't be good. Is that true? Thanks!
You're welcome, Joe ! Keep us in the loop; I really don't know. I 'THINK' PackRat uses transition lenses, or so it seems, via his photos that he shares with us. Perhaps he'll stop by, and/or 'others' in the know.
In addition to calling recruiters, you should also utilize this: Apply For Paid CDL Training quick link. :)
Regarding your migraine . . . my guy deals with them, as well. SSRI's and trucking don't always go hand in hand. It's usually the barometric pressure doing frenetic ups & downs that trigger his, so we watch that, to be 'prepared.'
Keep us in the loop, and .. others will chime in. Great question, actually!
~ Anne ~
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
Thanks again Anne, do you guys have any tips on how he deals with migraines while on the road? I'm sure mine must be triggered by the physical stress on the eyes all the time, but to be honest I do worry how it would be to also get them while trucking.
I use the Transition lenses for the latest three pairs. Sunglasses are darker inside the truck due to the protective UV coating of the truck's windshield and side windows. Some days I would prefer using prescription sunglasses again.
I have migraines infrequently out here. The only thing that helps me is absolute dark, absolute quiet, and a cold truck interior. Very difficult to achieve those first two anywhere we can park out here. Mine can pass in two hours or two days. Each one is different and unknown.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
Thank you everyone for the replies, this is all reassuring. Thank you for the links Anne, I will start the High Road as soon as this project is done and my migraine goes away. And since I see paid CDL training is the best way to go I have started calling recruiters with a couple questions.
One related question for those of you who wear prescription glasses: do any of you use transition lenses? I'd thought it would be a good idea to get them so it wouldn't be necessary to have to switch between eye glasses and sunglasses while driving, but I read that apparently the windshield blocks UV rays which is what causes the the lenses to change to sunglasses, so they wouldn't be good. Is that true? Thanks!
Joe C., you're most welcome on my behalf!
PackRat's suggestions are spot on. If it's that bad, that's what you've gotta do! Safety 1st.
This Magnesium for Migraines is an 'older' article, but was referred to us by our P/T & chiropractor.
Magnesium is essential to 'stave off' the occurance of migraines, but as one has already began to experience the 'bugger,' Magnesium OIL, in a spray bottle, on the bottoms of your feet, definitely is pretty quick relief. It's not cheap, but..it's a go to for my guy!
Also, in the article, they suggest ginger. Easy. Ginger root, in vitamins, and ginger flavoring, in hot tea!
Another suggestion NOT in this article, is to stay away from MSG. Sadly, no soy sauce on your egg rolls, haha!
I'm sure there are MANY more things I'm forgetting, but will add as I remember. We also tried a 'tens' unit specifically for headaches; he had an aversion to it. I use it now, on my hopefully healing rotator cuff~!
Peppermint, JUST came to mind. If you can 'handle' the oil, on a toothpick, go for it. Not me! Gum and the life savers seem to really help Tom, when he's having a headache day. Again, watch and learn that barometric chart.....and anticipate them, before they occur!
Hope this helps a bit, ask more, anytime!
~ Anne ~
CDL:
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:
- Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
DAC:
Drive-A-Check Report
A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).
It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.
Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
Thanks again Anne, do you guys have any tips on how he deals with migraines while on the road? I'm sure mine must be triggered by the physical stress on the eyes all the time, but to be honest I do worry how it would be to also get them while trucking.
Sorry, I quoted the DANG wrong comment! I've got a WIND headache here in Ohio, at the moment.
Roto'tilling is NOT happening today (or anytime soon/yet!)
Apologies, you get my gist.. I hope!
~ Anne ~
DAC:
Drive-A-Check Report
A truck drivers DAC report will contain detailed information about their job history of the last 10 years as a CDL driver (as required by the DOT).
It may also contain your criminal history, drug test results, DOT infractions and accident history. The program is strictly voluntary from a company standpoint, but most of the medium-to-large carriers will participate.
Most trucking companies use DAC reports as part of their hiring and background check process. It is extremely important that drivers verify that the information contained in it is correct, and have it fixed if it's not.
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I should add that I believe staring at a computer screen all day is much harder on the eyes than truck driving, IMHO.