Can People with Hearing Impairment Pass the Driver's License Medical Examination?
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People with hearing impairment can pass the driver's license medical examination within certain limits. Hearing requirements: According to the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses,' the hearing requirement is: the ability to distinguish the direction of a sound source with each ear at a distance of 50 centimeters from a tuning fork. Those with hearing impairment who can meet the above conditions by wearing hearing aids may apply for a motor vehicle driving license for small cars or small automatic transmission vehicles. Requirements for hearing aids when obtaining a driver's license: It is recommended to choose hearing aids with good noise reduction and clarity; it is also advisable to wear hearing aids in both ears or use a bimodal approach with a cochlear implant on one side and a hearing aid on the other.
As a seasoned driver who often accompanies friends to driving schools, I should say having slightly impaired hearing might still pass the medical exam, but it's not guaranteed. The regulations clearly state that with hearing aids, one must be able to identify the direction of a tuning fork from 50 centimeters away. I know a retired teacher with hearing loss in both ears who obtained his C2 license after getting high-end hearing aids. The key is to thoroughly test your hearing devices before the medical check to avoid dead batteries or improper fitting. Driving automatic transmission vehicles actually has lower hearing requirements, relying more on visual observation of road conditions and dashboard indicators. Still, I recommend checking with the local DMV in advance for specific procedures, as implementation details may vary by region.
