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Requiring a physical examination for drivers operating Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) is crucial to confirm the applicant's health and safety. This assessment ensures that the driver meets the necessary medical standards to operate a vehicle safely on the road. Given the demanding nature of driving a CMV, including long hours, heavy loads, and potential exposure to hazardous conditions, ensuring that a driver is physically fit is essential. Health issues, such as cardiovascular problems, diabetes, or vision impairments, can significantly affect a driver's ability to operate a vehicle safely.

While assessing driving skills and compliance with traffic laws are important aspects of overall driver competence, they do not address the fundamental health risks associated with driving CMVs. Evaluating the driving record provides insight into past behaviors but does not necessarily correlate with the current physical capability of an applicant. Thus, confirming a driver’s health and safety is the primary purpose of the physical examination in this context.