C1 Driver Solutions Question
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Don't know if you are close to Springfield, MO (you don't have a location as part of your profile) but Prime, Inc. is located in Springfield if you are interested in the Company Sponsored thing . . . just thought I'd mention that . . .
Jopa
Here is an update for anyone heading in this direction. I've already left the course!!. I will not slander the actual course because I was not on it long enough to be able to make a solid opinion on course content and structure. The reason I left was because the Doc in the physical gave me the hard sell on a sleep apnea study with a "friend of his just down the road who can do it for only $650 instead of me paying $2000 at the hospital".
Medical results
1)Do I snore - No
2)Do I have problems sleeping - No
3)Which side do I sleep on - All sides
4)Do I wake up with dry mouth - No
5)How often do I pee during the night - before I go to bed and when I wake 7-9 hours later
Epworth Sleepiness test. I scored 2 points. Yes that's a 2 not a 20.
BP 135/100. A bit of white coat syndrome but under control under usual conditions
Neck size - 16 inches
BMI - 29
He couldn't fully see my uvula.
So based on the White Coat Syndrome and my uvula I need a study? I think someone was trying to take me for a ride and it wasn't in a semi!! I posted this as I can see it becoming a greater issue looking forward and want others to be prepared for this second hand car salesman method he tried with me.
Disappointed
Gary E
SAP:
Substance Abuse Professional
The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.
Sleep Apnea:
A physical disorder in which you have pauses in your breathing, or take shallow breaths, during sleep. These pauses can last anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes. Normal breathing will usually resume, sometimes with a loud choking sound or snort.
In obstructive sleep apnea, your airways become blocked or collapse during sleep, causing the pauses and shallow breathing.
It is a chronic condition that will require ongoing management. It affects about 18 million people in the U.S.
BMI:
Body mass index (BMI)
BMI is a formula that uses weight and height to estimate body fat. For most people, BMI provides a reasonable estimate of body fat. The BMI's biggest weakness is that it doesn't consider individual factors such as bone or muscle mass. BMI may:
- Underestimate body fat for older adults or other people with low muscle mass
- Overestimate body fat for people who are very muscular and physically fit
It's quite common, especially for men, to fall into the "overweight" category if you happen to be stronger than average. If you're pretty strong but in good shape then pay no attention.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
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Hi guys. Has anyone on here recently been through C1 in Springfield, MO with Driver Solutions. I am particularly interested in how the training was?, if you passed did you have to wait long before setting off on your paid training?. In fact any recent good or bad experiences would be helpful. They have offered me a spot starting Monday. I have done homework on this but most of the information was not recent and a lot of it was negative.
Thanks in advance
Gary