The Driver Wellness course helps Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) drivers understand how their personal health directly affects their safety, performance, and long-term well-being. While vehicle issues are often easy to identify, signs of poor driver health can be overlooked—yet they pose significant risks on the road. This online program explains the federal fitness requirements for drivers and highlights common health challenges that arise from long hours, limited physical activity, poor sleep, and occupational stress.

Learners explore how lifestyle choices and daily habits impact alertness, reaction time, decision-making, and compliance with DOT physical qualification standards. The course also reviews the consequences of poor driver fitness—not only for the individual, but also for carriers who depend on healthy, reliable drivers. Practical strategies are provided so participants can begin improving their health immediately, from better nutrition and exercise routines to sleep management and stress reduction.

By the end of this training, drivers will understand how maintaining their physical and mental health contributes to safer driving, reduced risk of injury, and greater overall well-being.

A driver’s health influences every aspect of their work, from alertness and focus to physical endurance and emotional well-being. Understanding the occupational hazards that affect CMV drivers—and the steps needed to counteract them—helps reduce fatigue, prevent illness, and promote safer transportation practices. This course builds awareness around driver fitness standards and supports healthier decision-making on and off the road.

Driver Fitness & DOT Requirements

• Understand federal fitness standards for CMV drivers
• Learn how physical qualifications impact driving eligibility

Common Occupational Health Risks

• Identify hazards related to long hours, limited movement, and poor rest
• Review environmental and lifestyle factors that affect driver health

Consequences for Drivers & Carriers

• Understand how poor health affects safety, performance, and career longevity
• Review how health issues can impact carriers’ operations and compliance

Wellness Programs & Healthy Habits

• Explore wellness initiatives available to drivers
• Learn what individuals can do immediately to improve their health

Daily Wellness Practices

• Review tips for refueling the body with healthier nutrition
• Learn simple exercises and routines suitable for life on the road
• Understand how to get adequate sleep and manage stress

Rejuvenation, Relationships & Stress Management

• Discover ways to stay mentally refreshed
• Explore strategies for relaxation, emotional well-being, and staying connected

This online Driver Wellness course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Learners may start, pause, and resume the training at their convenience.

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the final assessment. Participants may attempt the exam up to three times. Short quizzes reinforce key concepts throughout the training.

Upon successful completion of the course, learners can download and print a digital certificate of completion, confirming their understanding of CMV driver wellness, health risks, and best practices for improving well-being.