What are the physical requirements for a C5 driver's license?
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Disabled individuals are permitted to apply for a special small automatic passenger vehicle driver's license, known as C5. The physical examination items and requirements are largely the same as those for non-disabled individuals, with the main differences being in limb conditions. The physical requirements for a C5 driver's license are as follows: 1. Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old, with no upper age limit; 2. Vision: Uncorrected or corrected visual acuity must reach at least 4.9 on the logarithmic visual acuity chart; 3. Color vision: No red-green color blindness; 4. Hearing: The ability to discern the direction of sound with each ear at a distance of 50 cm from a tuning fork; 5. Upper limbs: Both thumbs must be intact, and each hand must have at least three other fingers intact, with normal limb and finger movement function; 6. Lower limbs: Missing or impaired right lower limb or upper and lower limbs, but able to sit independently; 7. Neck and torso: No movement dysfunction.
Before I took the C5 driver's license test, I specifically researched the physical requirements, focusing on finger mobility and balance. Both thumbs must be intact, and at least three other fingers on each hand must function normally to ensure a firm grip on the steering wheel. Limited leg mobility is acceptable as long as you can sit steadily in the seat without swaying. Vision must also meet the standard—you need to clearly see the 4.9 line on the eye chart with glasses and distinguish traffic light colors. During the hearing test, you must identify the direction of a tuning fork in a quiet room with both ears. Remember to get the medical check-up at the DMV-designated hospital, as they are more familiar with these special requirements.
