Can People with Hearing Impairment Obtain a Driver's License?
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People with hearing impairment can obtain a driver's license, but they must wear hearing aids and meet the specified hearing requirements. Below are the requirements for applying for a C1 driver's license: 1. Age requirement: Applicants must be between 18 and 70 years old. 2. Vision requirement: For those with monocular vision impairment, the better eye must have a naked or corrected visual acuity of at least 5.0 on the logarithmic visual acuity chart, with a horizontal field of vision of at least 150 degrees, to apply for small cars or small automatic transmission cars. 3. Hearing requirement: Applicants must be able to distinguish the direction of a sound source from a tuning fork placed 50 centimeters away from each ear. Those with hearing impairment who can meet the above requirements by wearing hearing aids are eligible to apply for a motor vehicle driver's license for small cars or small automatic transmission cars.
I've looked into this issue carefully before, as driving safety is of utmost importance. The current physical examination for obtaining a driver's license has clear requirements for hearing. The standard is being able to distinguish the direction of a sound source when a tuning fork is placed 50 centimeters away from each ear. Actually, I know a friend who passed the test successfully while wearing a hearing aid. Now, his car is equipped with a reversing camera and blind spot monitoring system. When driving, he mainly relies on visual observation of road conditions, such as checking the movement of vehicles behind through the rearview mirror and paying special attention to the surroundings when parking. The key is to develop safe driving habits, such as frequently checking the mirrors and maintaining a sufficient distance from the vehicle in front. Of course, the implementation standards may vary slightly in different cities, so it's best to consult the local vehicle management office for specific requirements first.
