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Judged: 2 2 2 Your Right to many people getting hand outs, its to easy to collect. Look at the people collecting disability off the LF fire Dept. And all the welfair cases. Some of them thrird and forth generation. It needs to stop |
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Judged: 2 2 2 First of all if the person is disabled and is truely disabled then I have NO problem with it. But this collecting welfare for three or four generations has to stop. [ some people will say it doesn't happen but I know of one family that has been on it since 1953.] That is a little much. It is time that there were limits put on just how long you can be on welfare and welfare should only pay for a set number of kids, then too bad you can't sit out there and pop out a kid everytime you are about to get kicked off welfare. Welfare has its place and when it is abused then it is time to cut it off , It needs to be reformed. New York has to stop having the R/R of welfare systems It is time that the FED took back welfare and made it all the same in every state, NOT have N.Y. have the R/R of welfare systems and say W.V. only give out the min. if it was all the same in every state then you can bet there are a lot of people that will be moving out of N.Y. and heading south. Have a nice night |
Judged: 1 1 The person I'm talking about is not disabled, I live right next to him on the south side and he moves around better than I do and I have a full time job. This is fraud and this also needs to stop. |
Judged: 3 3 3 It's in Obama's own book Dreams from my father. Obamacare will bankrupt us and there will be fighting in the hospital ER rooms. You white guilt liberals are really ignorant. Top 1% pay 40% of our taxes. Top 20% pay 70% of our taxes. Top 20% pay 86% of our taxes, which means that 80% pay only 14% in taxes. That would be you LOSERS. ---------- Dead pig left at Republican HQ in Manhattan Beach abc7.com A dead pig clad in a Mitt Romney T-shirt was left at a Republican campaign office in Manhattan Beach. ---------- Birdturd1948, better check to see if Cindy is all right. |
Judged: 3 3 3 Cry me a river. P.S. Seems like that dead pig mighta been Romney. |
Judged: 1 1 1 Actually the dead pig is you...the product of an Obama-worshipping snakeoil poisoning...you will experience another 4 year death sentence. |
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Judged: 2 2 2 Why are you posting a bunch of B.S.? YOU being the big stock trader should know how the DOW will go up and down. If you need a reminder you can look up just what the DOW did here, http://markets.financialcontent.com/mi.charlo... Hope it helps. The DOW went up on election day 133.24 points Nov.7th it went down 312.95 points Nov 8th it went down 121.41 points Fri Nov 9th it went UP 4.07 points So just what is the big deal? You didn't say a word when back in OCT it droped 479.61 points in 4 dys. Oct 18 8.06 points Oct 19, 205.43 points Then the weekend and it droped again on Oct 23re 240.98 points and on OCT 24th it droped 25.14 points 479.61 points in 4 days. OR back when your boy GW was in office and in Sept and Oct of 2008 it was droping anywhere fron 514.45 on OCT 22 or a high of 777.68 on Sept 29th SO it is a bad thing when the DOW drops 431 points total in the three days after Obama gets re-elected. But it is a good thing when the DOW drops over 500 points in one day when G.W. was in office UP to 777.68 points in ONE day. Just a bunch of B.S. that you want to try and make a bid deal about, AS I said it was O.K. for the DOW to drop anywhere from 500 to 777 points in ONE day and you don't say one word bit if it drops 479.61 in 3 days you go around and blame Obama for it. Just shows all of us just how much the big stock trader knows about the market. Have a nice night |
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Judged: 2 2 2 I see one of the posts I made didn't make it. I said I agree with you and IF you think it is fraud then do something about it. You are sure this person is working the system then it is up to you to do something about it. Have a nice day |
Judged: 1 1 1 You must have voted for Obama, you sound both ignorant and bottomfeeding. |
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Judged: 2 2 2 One more thing I see you have just happened to forget. You say gas prices have doubled since Bush was in office. That may be. BUT they are NOT as high as they got when Bush was in office' the avg under Obama never got to $4.40 a gal like they were under Bush in July 2008 You canread it here http://underthemountainbunker.com/2012/02/20/... Have a nice night |
Judged: 2 2 2 Since I have children and grandchildren, of course I am concerned that they may have to live in a socialistic country. My children and grandchildren will be paying for the debt that Obama incurred upon the taxpayers of our country. There is no good outcome in a socialistic country. |
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Judged: 2 2 2 I see who ever judged this post must think that the DOW droping 777 points in one day under G.W. Bush is a good thing but if it drops 434.36 points in two day under Obama that is a bad thing. Lets see in Sept 2008 it droped 504.48 on the 15th 687.81 on the 17th 777.68 on the 29th 678091 on Oct 9th 733.08 on the 15th 514.45 on the 22nd in 2008 that is a good thing but droping 434.36 in TWO days under Obama is a BAD thing. I guess the DOW droping those large amounts under a REP. Pres is O.K. but if it drops 321 points or so in one day under a DEM Pres that isn't O.K. What an a--. Have a nice night |
Judged: 2 2 2 I'd say your dropping is actually a good thing. Have a bad night |
Judged: 2 2 1 I have absolutely no problem with endless welfare...at least for US citizens. No, when the endless welfare benefits that the welfare 'state' of Israel gets from the USA taxpayer.....SINCE FAR BEFORE 1953.....ends, then we can and should end welfare payments here. The repukes keep shoveling tens upon tens of billions of dallars to this welfare state, each and every year....SINCE IT'S INCEPTION. It galls me that our taxpayer dollars are used to fund "Universal Healthcare' in that welfare state, but it took 75 years to get something that approaches that HERE ! End the welfare there first, then end the welfare HERE ! |
Judged: 2 2 2 But you have absolutely no problem with your 'children & grandchildren' paying off a debt incurred by two unnecessary wars, one of them illegal under the UN charter. I'd rather have my progeny pay for debts incurred by HELPING someone else, rather than KILLING someone else ! So shut the fug up, repuke ! |
Judged: 1 1 1 Demopukes are welfare leeches just like you. Please send your foodstamps back to Obama to finance his next vacation, unless he's checking into a Gloversville motel. |
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Judged: 2 1 1 Well I would rather give moeney to Israel than give it to Iran, Chins, N. Korea, and every other country we give aid to that wants to kill us. We give money to over 180 other countries out of a total of 195 countries in the world, WHY?? It is time yo stop giving money to countries like IRAN , CHINA , RUSSIA , N. KOREA and start to take care of the people in our own country. Have a nice night |
Judged: 2 2 2 In this case, I'm afraid I am going to have to vigorously disagree, tbird. exactly WHAT 'aid' is extended to Iran since they ousted the US controlled puppet Shah ? Do you have any links to evidence to the contrary ? What "Aid' is provided to N. Korea that doesn't have strings attached ? And even when N. Korea follows through on the agreements, the US raises the bar on the pretext of "human rights violations'. Do you have even ONE link as evidence that the USA hasn't reneged on Aid to N. Korea and DIDN'T have strings attached ? Now, as for "aid' to China....what on earth do they need OUR 'aid' for ? They're FINANCING 3/4 of the US budget, and has for DECADES ! And finally, what "AID' is provided to Russia that ISN'T used to promate an American agenda ? PLEASE provide some proof.....cuz I certainly can provide PROOF...endless REAMS of proof that the USA provides no-strings attached AID to the welfare 'state' of Israel....to the tune of HUNDREDS of BILLIONS of dollars |
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Note Unlike regulations which arecodifiedand have a statutory base, the recommendations in this advisory are simply guidance established to help the medical examiner determine a driver's medical qualifications pursuant to Section 391.41 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). The Office of Motor Carrier Research and Standards routinely sends copies of these guidelines to medical examiners to assist them in making an evaluation. The medical examiner may, but is not required to, accept the recommendations. Section 390.3(d) of the FMCSRs allows employers to have more stringent medical requirements.
A person is physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle if that person:
Has no loss of a foot, leg, hand, or arm, or has been granted a Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) Certificate pursuant to Section 391.49. and
A person is physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle if that person has no impairment of:
(i) A hand or finger which interferes with prehension or power grasping.
(ii) An arm, foot, or leg which interferes with the ability to perform normal tasks associated with operating a commercial motor vehicle.
(iii) Any other significant limb defect or limitation which interferes with the ability to perform normal tasks associated with operating a commercial motor vehicle.
(iv) Has been granted a Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) certificate pursuant to Section 391.49.
A person who suffers loss of a foot, leg, hand or arm or whose limb impairment in any way interferes with the safe performance of normal tasks associated with operating a commercial motor vehicle is subject to the SPE Certification Program pursuant to Section 391.49, assuming the person is otherwise qualified.
With the advancement of technology, medical aids and equipment, modifications have been developed to compensate for certain disabilities. The SPE Certification Program (formerly the Limb Waiver Program) was designed to allow persons with the loss of a foot or limb or with functional impairment to qualify under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) by use of prosthetic devices or equipment modifications which enable them to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle. Since there are no medical aids equivalent to the original body or limb, certain risks are still present, and thus restrictions may be included on individual SPE certificates when a State Director for the FMCSA determines they are necessary to be consistent with safety and public interest.
If the driver is found otherwise medically qualified (391.41(b)(3) through (13)), the medical examiner must check on the medical certificate that the driver is qualified only if accompanied by a SPE certificate. The driver and the employing motor carrier are subject to appropriate penalty if the driver operates a motor vehicle in interstate or foreign commerce without a current SPE certificate for his/her physical disability.
Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of diabetes mellitus currently requiring insulin for control.
Diabetes mellitus is a disease which, on occasion, can result in a loss of consciousness or disorientation in time and space. Individuals who require insulin for control have conditions which can get out of control by the use of too much or too little insulin, or food intake not consistent with the insulin dosage. Incapacitation may occur from symptoms of hyperglycemic or hypoglycemic reactions (drowsiness, semiconsciousness, diabetic coma, or insulin shock).
The administration of insulin is within itself, a complicated process requiring insulin, syringe, needle, alcohol sponge and a sterile technique. Factors related to long-haul commercial motor vehicle operations such as fatigue, lack of sleep, poor diet, emotional conditions, stress, and concomitant illness, compound the diabetic problem. Because of these inherent dangers, the FMCSA has consistently held that a diabetic who uses insulin for control does not meet the minimum physical requirements of the FMCSRs.
Hypoglycemic drugs, taken orally, are sometimes prescribed for diabetic individuals to help stimulate natural body production of insulin. If the condition can be controlled by the use of oral medication and diet, then an individual may be qualified under the present rule.
See Conference Report on Diabetic Disorders and Commercial Drivers and Insulin-Using Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm
Has no current clinical diagnosis of myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, coronary insufficiency, thrombosis.
Any other cardiovascular disease of a variety known to be accompanied by syncope, dyspnea, collapse, or congestive cardiac failure.
The term "has no current clinical diagnosis of" is specifically designed to encompass, (1) a current cardiovascular condition; or (2) a cardiovascular condition which has not fully stabilized regardless of the time limit. The term "known to be accompanied by" is designed to include a clinical diagnosis of a cardiovascular disease (1) which is accompanied by symptoms of syncope, dyspnea, collapse, or congestive cardiac failure; and or (2) which is likely to cause syncope, dyspnea, collapse, or congestive cardiac failure.
It is the intent of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to render unqualified, a driver who has a current cardiovascular disease which is accompanied by and/or likely to cause symptoms of syncope, dyspnea, collapse, or congestive cardiac failure. However, the subjective decision of whether the nature and severity of an individual's condition will likely cause symptoms of cardiovascular insufficiency is on an individual basis and qualification rests with the medical examiner and the motor carrier. In those cases where there is an occurrence of cardiovascular insufficiency (myocardial infarction, thrombosis, etc.), it is suggested that, before a driver is certified, he/she have a normal resting and stress ECG, no residual complications, no physical limitations, and is taking no medication likely to interfere with safe driving.
Coronary artery bypass surgery and pacemaker implantation are remedial procedures and thus not unqualifying. Implantable cardioverter defibrillators are disqualifying due to risk of syncope. Coumadin is a medical treatment which can improve the health and safety of the driver and should not, by its use, medically disqualify the commercial driver. The emphasis should be on the underlying medical condition(s) which require treatment and the general health of the driver. FMCSA should be contacted at (202) 366-1790 for additional recommendations regarding the physical qualification of drivers on coumadin.
(See Cardiovascular Advisory Panel Guidelines for the Medical Examination of Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm)
Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of a respiratory dysfunction likely to interfere with the ability to control and drive a commercial motor vehicle safely.
Since a driver must be alert at all times, any change in his or her mental state is in direct conflict with highway safety. Even the slightest impairment in respiratory function under emergency conditions (when greater oxygen supply is necessary for performance) may be detrimental to safe driving.
There are many conditions that interfere with oxygen exchange and may result in incapacitation, including emphysema, chronic asthma, carcinoma, tuberculosis, chronic bronchitis and sleep apnea. If the medical examiner detects a respiratory dysfunction, that in any way is likely to interfere with the driver's ability to safely control and drive a commercial motor vehicle, the driver must be referred to a specialist for further evaluation and therapy.
Anticoagulation therapy for deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary thromboembolism is not unqualifying once optimum dose is achieved, provided lower extremity venous examinations remain normal and the treating physician gives a favorable recommendation.
See Conference on Pulmonary/Respiratory Disorders and Commercial Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm
Has no current clinical diagnosis of high blood pressure likely to interfere with the ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle safely.
Hypertension alone is unlikely to cause sudden collapse; however, the likelihood increases when target organ damage, particularly cerebral vascular disease is present. This advisory criteria is based on FMCSA's Cardiovascular Advisory Guidelines for the Examination of CMV Drivers, which used the Sixth Report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (1997).
Stage 1 hypertension corresponds to a systolic BP of 140-159 mmHg and/or a diastolic BP of 90-99 mmHg. The driver with a BP in this range is at low risk for hypertension-related acute incapacitation and may be medically certified to drive for a one-year period. Certification examinations should be done annually thereafter and should be at or less than 140/90. If less than 160/100, certification may be extended one time for three months.
A blood pressure of 160-179 systolic and/or 100-109 diastolic is considered Stage 2 hypertension, and the driver is not necessarily unqualified during evaluation and institution of treatment. The driver is given a one time certification of three months to reduce his or her blood pressure to less than or equal to 140/90. A blood pressure in this range is an absolute indication for antihypertensive drug therapy. Provided treatment is well tolerated and the driver demonstrates a BP value of 140/90 or less, he or she may be certified for one year from the date of the initial exam. The driver is certified annually thereafter.
A blood pressure at or greater than 180 (systolic) and 110 (diastolic) is considered Stage 3, high risk for an acute BP-related event. The driver may not be qualified, even temporarily, until reduced to equal to or less than 140/90 and treatment is well tolerated. The driver may be certified for 6 months and biannually (every 6 months) thereafter if at recheck BP is equal to or less than 140/90.
Annual recertification is recommended if the medical examiner does not know the severity of hypertension prior to treatment.
An elevated blood pressure finding should be confirmed by at least two subsequent measurements on different days.
Treatment includes non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic modalities as well as counseling to reduce other risk factors. Most antihypertensive medications also have side effects, the importance of which must be judged on an individual basis. Individuals must be alerted to the hazards of these medications while driving. Side effects of somnolence or syncope are particularly undesirable in commercial drivers.
Secondary hypertension is based on the above stages.
Evaluation is warranted if patient is persistently hypertensive on maximal or near-maximal doses of 2-3 pharmacologic agents. Some causes of secondary hypertension may be amenable to surgical intervention or specific pharmacologic therapy. (See Cardiovascular Advisory Panel Guidelines for the Medical Examination of Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm)
Driver qualified if £140/90.
Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of a rheumatic, arthritic, orthopedic, muscular, neuromuscular or vascular disease which interferes with the ability to control and operate a commercial motor vehicle.
Certain diseases are known to have acute episodes of transient muscle weakness, poor muscular coordination (ataxia), abnormal sensations (paresthesia), decreased muscle tone (hypotonia), visual disturbances and pain which may be suddenly incapacitating. With each recurring episode, these symptoms may become more pronounced and remain for longer periods of time. Other diseases have more insidious onsets and display symptoms of muscle wasting (atrophy), swelling and paresthesia which may not suddenly incapacitate a person but may restrict his/her movements and eventually interfere with the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. In many instances these diseases are degenerative in nature or may result in deterioration of the involved area.
Once the individual has been diagnosed as having a rheumatic, arthritic, orthopedic, muscular, neuromuscular or vascular disease, then he/she has an established history of that disease. The physician, when examining an individual, should consider the following:
(1) The nature and severity of the individual's condition (such as sensory loss or loss of strength;
(2) The degree of limitation present (such as range of motion;
(3) The likelihood of progressive limitation (not always present initially but manifest itself over time;
(4) The likelihood of sudden incapacitation.
If severe functional impairment exists, the driver does not qualify. In cases where more frequent monitoring is required, a certificate for a shorter period of time may be issued.
See Conference on Neurological Disorders and Commercial Drivers at: http://www.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm
Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy;
Any other condition which is likely to cause the loss of consciousness, or any loss of ability to control a commercial motor vehicle.
Epilepsy is a chronic functional disease characterized by seizures or episodes that occur without warning, resulting in loss of voluntary control which may lead to loss of consciousness and/or seizures. Therefore, the following drivers cannot be qualified:
(1) a driver who has a medical history of epilepsy; (2) a driver who has a current clinical diagnosis of epilepsy; or (3) a driver who is taking antiseizure medication.
If an individual has had a sudden episode of a nonepileptic seizure or loss of consciousness of unknown cause which did not require antiseizure medication, the decision as to whether that person's condition will likely cause the loss of consciousness or loss of ability to control a commercial motor vehicle is made on an individual basis by the medical examiner in consultation with the treating physician. Before certification is considered, it is suggested that a 6-month waiting period elapse from the time of the episode. Following the waiting period, it is suggested that the individual have a complete neurological examination. If the results of the examination are negative and antiseizure medication is not required, then the driver may be qualified.
In those individual cases where a driver had a seizure or an episode of loss of consciousness that resulted from a known medical condition (e.g., drug reaction, high temperature, acute infectious disease, dehydration, or acute metabolic disturbance), certification should be deferred until the driver has fully recovered from that condition, has no existing residual complications, and is not taking antiseizure medication.
Drivers with a history of epilepsy/seizures off antiseizure medication and seizure-free for 10 years may be qualified to operate a CMV in interstate commerce. Interstate drivers with a history of a single unprovoked seizure may be qualified to drive a CMV in interstate commerce if seizure-free and off antiseizure medication for a 5-year period or more.
See Conference on Neurological Disorders and Commercial Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm
Has no mental, nervous, organic, or functional disease or psychiatric disorder likely to interfere with the driver's ability to drive a commercial motor vehicle safely.
Emotional or adjustment problems contribute directly to an individual's level of memory, reasoning, attention, and judgment. These problems often underlie physical disorders. A variety of functional disorders can cause drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, weakness, or paralysis that may lead to incoordination, inattention, loss of functional control and susceptibility to crashes while driving. Physical fatigue, headache, impaired coordination, recurring physical ailments, and chronic "nagging" pain may be present to such a degree that certification for commercial driving is inadvisable. Somatic and psychosomatic complaints should be thoroughly examined when determining an individual's overall fitness to drive. Disorders of a periodically incapacitating nature, even in the early stages of development, may warrant disqualification.
Many bus and truck drivers have documented that "nervous trouble" related to neurotic, personality, emotional or adjustment problems is responsible for a significant fraction of their preventable crashes. The degree to which an individual is able to appreciate, evaluate and adequately respond to environmental strain and emotional stress is critical when assessing an individual's mental alertness and flexibility to cope with the stresses of commercial motor vehicle driving.
When examining the driver, it should be kept in mind that individuals who live under chronic emotional upsets may have deeply ingrained maladaptive or erratic behavior patterns. Excessively antagonistic, instinctive, impulsive, openly aggressive, paranoid or severely depressed behavior greatly interfere with the driver's ability to drive safely. Those individuals who are highly susceptible to frequent states of emotional instability (schizophrenia, affective psychoses, paranoia, anxiety or depressive neurosis) may warrant disqualification.
Careful consideration should be given to the side effects and interactions of medications in the overall qualification determination. See Psychiatric Conference Report for specific recommendations on the use of these medications and potential hazards for driving.
See Conference on Psychiatric Disorders and Commercial Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot/rulesregs/medreports.htm
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Has a distant visual acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in each eye with or without corrective lenses, or visual acuity separately corrected to 20/40 (Snellen) or better with corrective lenses;
distant binocular acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in both eyes with or without corrective lenses;
field of vision of at least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye;
the ability to recognize the colors of traffic control signals and devices showing standard; red, green, and amber.
The term "ability to recognize the colors of" is interpreted to mean if a person can recognize and distinguish among traffic control signals and devices showing standard red, green, and amber, he or she meets the minimum standard, even though he or she may have some type of color perception deficiency. If certain color perception tests are administered (such as Ishihara, Pseudoisochromatic, Yarn, etc.), and doubtful findings are discovered, a controlled test using signal red, green, and amber may be employed to determine the driver's ability to recognize these colors.
Contact lenses are permissible if there is sufficient evidence to indicate that the driver has good tolerance and is well adapted to their use. Use of a contact lens in one eye for distant visual acuity and another lens in the other eye for near vision is not acceptable, nor are telescopic lenses acceptable for driving commercial motor vehicles.
If an individual meets the criteria by the use of glasses or contact lenses, the following statement shall appear on the Medical Examiner's Certificate: "Qualified only if wearing corrective lenses." CMV drivers who do not meet the Federal vision standards may call (202) 366-1790.
See Visual Disorders and Commercial Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm
A person is physically qualified to drive a commercial vehicle if that person:
First perceives a forced whispered voice in the better ear at not less than five feet with or without the use of a hearing aid.
If tested by use of an audiometric device, does not have an average hearing loss in the better ear greater than 40 decibels at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz and 2,000 Hz with or without a hearing aid when the audiometric device is calibrated to the American National Standard, [formerly American Standard Association (ASA)] Z24.5-1951.
Since the prescribed standard under the FMCSRs is the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), it may be necessary to convert the audiometric results from the International Standards Organization (ISO) standard to the ANSI standard. Instructions are included on the Medical Examination Report form.
If an individual meets the criteria by using a hearing aid, the driver must wear that hearing aid and have it in operation at all times while driving. Also, the driver must be in possession of a spare power source for the hearing aid.
For the whispered voice test, the individual should be stationed at least 5 feet from the examiner with the ear being tested turned toward the examiner. The other ear is covered. Using the breath which remains after a normal expiration, the examiner whispers words or random numbers such as 66, 18, 23, etc. The examiner should not use only sibilants (s-sounding test materials). If the individual fails the whispered voice test, the audiometric test should be administered.
If an individual meets the criteria by the use of a hearing aid, the following statement must appear on the Medical Examiner's Certificate "Qualified only when wearing a hearing aid."
See Hearing Disorders and Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm
Does not use a controlled substance identified in 21 CFR 1308.11, Schedule I, an amphetamine, a narcotic, or any other habit-forming drug.
Exception: A driver may use such a substance or drug, if the substance or drug is prescribed by a licensed medical practitioner who is familiar with the driver's medical history and assigned duties; and has advised the driver that the prescribed substance or drug will not adversely affect the driver's ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle.
This exception does not apply to the use of methadone.
The intent of the medical certification process is to medically evaluate a driver to ensure that the driver has no medical condition which interferes with the safe performance of driving tasks on a public road. If a driver uses a Schedule I drug or other substance, amphetamine, a narcotic, or any other habit-forming drug, it may be cause for the driver to be found medically unqualified. Motor carriers are encouraged to obtain a practitioner's written statement about the effects on transportation safety of the use of a particular drug.
A test for controlled substances is not required as part of this biennial certification process. The FMCSA or the driver's employer should be contacted directly for information on controlled substances and alcohol testing under Part 382 of the FMCSRs.
The term "uses" is designed to encompass instances of prohibited drug use determined by a physician through established medical means. This may or may not involve body fluid testing. If body fluid testing takes place, positive test results should be confirmed by a second test of greater specificity. The term "habit forming" is intended to include any drug or medication generally recognized as capable of becoming habitual, and which may impair the user's ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle safely.
The driver is medically unqualified for the duration of the prohibited drug(s) use and until a second examination shows the driver is free from the prohibited drug(s) use. Recertification may involve a substance abuse evaluation, the successful completion of a drug rehabilitation program, and a negative drug test result. Additionally, given that the certification period is normally 2 years, the examiner has the option to certify for a period of less than 2 years if this examiner determines more frequent monitoring is required.
See Conference on Neurological Disorders and Commercial Drivers and Conference on Psychiatric Disorders and Commercial Drivers at: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/medreports.htm.
Has no current clinical diagnosis of alcoholism.
The term "current clinical diagnosis" is specifically designed to encompass a current alcoholic illness or those instances where the individual's physical condition has not fully stabilized, regardless of the time element. If an individual shows signs of having an alcohol-use problem, he or she should be referred to a specialist. After counseling and/or treatment, he or she may be considered for certification.


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The Big Apple is in the "core" of Meaford, located on Sykes Street right downtown. The Big Apple is a symbol of Meaford's apple growing heritage. It was built in 1974 as a Centennial Project in order to support tourism growth. It has accomplished this job by operating as a tourist information outlet.
Managed and staffed by our Chamber of Commerce, the Big Apple is open from Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving, and the knowledgeable staff field roughly 3500 tourism related questions annually. If one looks closely at our Apple, you may notice a slight resemblance to the Giant Tomato in Leamington. We were able to adapt the plans of the Giant Tomato to construct our Big Apple. Constructed out of Spruce and Fiberglass, it is 15ft in diameter and houses information on the area, the surrounding counties and Ontario.
Our Big Apple is a well-known roadside attraction that was featured in a short documentary. It has also been listed on various website around the world featuring roadside attractions and thus has become quite famous. We have visitors from all over come just to see what the Apple is all about!
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The Meaford Chamber of Commerce is a vibrant and enthusiastic organization of dedicated volunteers and staff. We are your source for Tourism Information, Community Events, Business Information, and the Benefits of Membership. We hope you find all the information you need whether you are a local resident, first time visitor or someone wishing to relocate to our beautiful Municipality.
Our borders stretch from the sandy beaches of Christie Beach to the historic village of Leith. Our downtown is historic and quaint with the renovated Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre. In addition, we encompass other smaller communities such as Woodford, Bognor, Griersville, Rockford, Silcote, Balaclava, Leith and Annan.


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Research shows that reading is a very high priority for blind and partially sighted people. But less than 5% of titles are available in accessible formats.
Research exploring the consumer experience of braille on medicines; a collaborative report from the University of Birmingham and RNIB. Published in 2013.
RNIB research into the availability of accessible eBook and commercial audio versions of the most popular books in the UK. Published in 2013.
Research into the legibility of braille produced on swell paper. Published 2011.
Research investigating the importance of the quality of accessible information, to users of accessible formats, transcribers who produce them, and service providers who pay for them. Published 2008.
Research to inform planning around tactile reading - particualrly looking at potential audiences for a tactile code other than braille, and existing codes which could meet this need. Published 2008.
Research to look at the effect of UEB on the size of braille documents compared to the exising braille code. Published 2008.
RNIB has commissioned research into the availability of accessible versions of the most popular books in the UK in 2011. Published 2012.
This study collected information from Moon experts to understand who uses the Moon code, its strengths and weaknesses and what the future is for Moon. Published 2011.
This piece of research was commissioned by The UK Association of Accessible Formats (UKAAF), the independent standards organisation in the UK. They were considering the possibility of adopting the Unified English Braille code (UEB) in the UK and wanted to know more about the views of the 'silent majority' of braille users. Published 2011.
RNIB commissioned LISU to undertake research to identify a baseline for how many of the 1,000 most popular books of 2010 were available in unabridged audio, braille and large print. Published 2011.
In September 2010 the RNIB Evidence and Service Impact Team presented a research brief entitled; A review of the literature into effective practice in teaching literacy through braille.A team from the Visual Impairment Centre for Teaching and Research (VICTAR) at the University of Birmingham carried out the work.
Research into the effects of the transition from analogue to digital audio formats on the mainstream tape industry, transcribers producing accessible formats and blind or partially sighted end users. Published 2008.
Too Little, Too Late looks at the availability of school textbooks in Braille and large print. The report aims to establish methods by which local authorities obtain books in alternative formats and identify issues of funding and sourcing of materials. Published 2006.
The aim of this research was to find out the number of braillists in UK schools, where they were being educated, who was teaching them, and what type of training their teachers and support staff had received. Published 2002.
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It's tough having a sick kid at home, regardless of the circumstances. And attempting to help a child who can express his feelings only vaguely is even tougher.
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It's tough having a sick kid at home, regardless of the circumstances. And attempting to help a child who can express his feelings only vaguely is even tougher.
Q: I'm ready for a new car, but someone just told me that 'new car smell' is actually toxic. Is that true? Should I get a used car? Donald F., LaGrange, Ill.
Husbands beware: Wives now have another reason to want you to work longer and harder. The more a male spouse works, the healthier his wife will be, new research suggests.
Many neighborhood feuds in the U.S. are caused by barking and parking. When it comes to barking, animal trainers say dogs are usually bored, scared or anxious, so they shouldn't be blamed for fights that involve their masters.
Hearing loss is associated with depression among American adults, especially women and those younger than age 70, according to new research.
Read to your baby, sing and play games. But don't waste money on programs that claim to teach infants to read, a new study suggests.
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Fluff up your furs and set your tiara to twinkle: Costumes of Downton Abbey has opened at Winterthur Museum, in Wilmington, Del., and you can spend the day with beloved characters of the PBS drama a short drive from home.
DEAR ABBY: My son is almost 3. He is the light of my life. I love him more than I can describe, but sometimes I cant handle his energy. We carefully monitor how much sugar he eats and we are sure his diet is not whats causing the problem. Mostly I think he is just a rowdy little boy.
TODAY'S BIRTHDAY, MARCH 9: Exciting alliances will be formed this year. May shows you exploring new options in your personal life and getting a desired result by managing emotions and relationships differently.
The name Short Hills appears all over town from the upscale mall to the chamber of commerce to the addresses of popular attractions. Yet Short Hills is not one of the 565 municipalities in New Jersey.
Bricks & Barley is the name Roundy's Supermarkets uses for its house-brand beers to supply its Wisconsin-based Copps and Pick 'n Save grocery stores. It contracts with the Stevens Point brewery to produce the beers.
I love port. There, I said it. I've carried on this love affair for more than 40 years. Fortunately, my wife has accommodated and even encouraged me.
Trophies line the walls at the Whole Hog Café, a roadhouse-inspired cafeteria and barbecue church that popped up on Route 70 in the fall.
Emily Kinney has spent countless hours on television running away from zombies.
Filmmaker Chiemi Karasawa has a special place in her heart for her hairdresser. But the reason has nothing to do with his hairstyling techniques and everything to do with his good taste in documentary subjects.
TODAY'S BIRTHDAY, MARCH 7: You give full and enthusiastic expression to your ideas this year and gain followers in the process.
DEAR ABBY: As a child, I was sexually, physically and mentally abused. As an adult, I suffered several miscarriages and two of my children died as infants.
Home cooks are clamoring to learn about fermentation, canning and pickling. These three methods of preserving are part of a back-to-the-future food movement, emphasizing local and sustainable agriculture to create a earth-friendly table.
TODAY'S BIRTHDAY, MARCH 6: This month you lose your fear of losing and take a chance on love, either going into deeper, more meaningful places with an existing relationship or, if single, risking your heart with someone new.
DEAR ABBY: 'Still Alive in San Diego' (Nov. 22) said she reads the obituaries every day and feels somehow disappointed when she doesn't see a name she recognizes. She asked if it was 'weird' and you told her yes, that it seemed like a lack of empathy.
It's convenient to pick up some laundry detergent at the store, but it's not difficult to create your own.
Cats vs Dragons (Free)* In Cats vs Dragons, the gamer plays a kitty hero named Lynx, who sets forth on a fantasy role-playing game adventure to save the world from dragons. (Mobilewalla Score: 99/100)
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March comes in like a lion. And at this time of year, your coat closet can look like it needs as much taming.
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DEAR ABBY: My 13-year-old daughter, 'Lizzie,' continues to talk to a 14-year-old boy who is very controlling and abusive to her.
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Much like that fateful September day 11 years ago, the skies were blue and the weather nearly perfect. But today the sound of a waterfall, bagpipes and bells filled the air instead of the deafening sound of skyscrapers crumbling.
Firefighters climbed 65 stories twice at the Tower of the Americas to match the 110 floors of the World Trade Center towers that fell. It's the first tower climb to remember and reflect on firefighters who perished in the 9/11 attack.
The Youth Vote:
Women and middle class voters are two demographics the presidential campaigns are targeting this election, but they're not the only ones. The youth vote is credited with playing a major role in the 2008 elections and is being looked at again as a potential x-factor.
In a crowded Time Warner Cable Arena, applause echoed off the walls of the place where Charlotte's hometown teams – the Bobcats and the Checkers – play their games.
Thousands of Democrats have come together to back a Commander in Chief they say has done so much for the Latino community. They say it's time to once again rise up and back him – to help him win this election.
More from the Democratic National Convention from TPR's Ryan Loyd. Is Texas on the verge of being a fertile ground for Democratic candidates? The Quorum Report's Harvey Kronberg shares his thoughts on future elections in Texas. An update on the Texas juvenile justice system five years since the scandal broke at the Texas Youth Commission.
Mayor Castro's remarks put his own personal story about his family's sacrifice in the spotlight, while at the same time remaining focused on a clear message that separated the Democratic party's views from those of the GOP.
Castro told the story of his late grandmother's journey from Mexico to San Antonio nearly 100 years ago, and how she had to drop out of school to work to help take care of the family. But he also spent some time defining the differences between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney - presumably with some encouragement by the Obama campaign.
Democratic National Convention - Mayor Julián Castro
Tuesday night San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro stepped into the national spotlight by delivering the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina. The prime time spot at the convention has turned Castro into a national political figure and has spurred talk that he'll soon seek a statewide elected office. However, Texas has not elected a democrat to a statewide office since 1997.
The Democratic Party released its platform that calls for higher taxes on wealthier Americans, abortion rights, and marriage equality, something that's never been a part of the platform before.
The platform now says the Democratic Party "supports the right of all families to have equal respect, responsibilities, and protections under the law."
In the shadows of the big bank buildings on College Street in Uptown Charlotte, protestors danced in the street, waved signs and played instruments.
Charlotte is known as "Wall Street South" because of its huge financial centers. Some of the hundreds of demonstrators want the money taken out of politics, some are against the war, and others want to preserve a woman's right to choose.
This coalition, including 20-year-old Sebastian Feculak, believes elected leaders need to know what they think.
On this late summer evening in Travis Park, people are spending more time and more money at the mobile food trucks camped out. Kai Kamaka strums a ukulele while the trucks offer up their specials.
"We love to do this kind of stuff all the time and bringing entertainment to anywhere gathers people together," said Kamaka. "When you get entertainment and food, makes it a great party."
Several months ago, the city revised when and where food trucks would go for its pilot program that lasts until the end of October.
"I'm excited and of course a little bit nervous, and I know that it's a very important moment," said Mayor Julián Castro, who will deliver the keynote address tonight and tell how far his family has come in his American story.
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Portal 2 closed until 2011; 'public safety' cited
Valve may have only announced Portal 2 a few brief months ago, but the game's development has apparently already run afoul of some evil machination in the Aperture Science laboratories. On Wednesday, the Seattle-area studio announced that its follow-up to 2007's award-winning Portal has been bumped to 2011 on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. The black-humored first-person puzzler had previously been scheduled to arrive this fall.
According to a release from the studio titled "Valve Announces Making Games is Hard," Portal 2's delay came about as part of "the successful completion of an … Read more
Israel says U.S. iPads not welcome for now
Now that the iPad has been delayed for international customers, people around the globe who can't wait might be tempted to buy a U.S. version of the tablet and bring it with them to their home countries.
In most places that won't be a problem. But in Israel, it will result in confiscation.
According to a report in Israel newspaper Haaretz, the country's Communications Ministry has decided to "block the import of iPads to Israel." The paper also reported that when people attempt to go through customs, officers have been ordered to take all … Read more
Plastic Logic Que e-reader delayed till summer
Orson Welles famously used to say in his commercials for Paul Masson that the winemaker would "sell no wine before its time." Apparently, Plastic Logic has adopted a similar philosophy, as its once highly anticipated Plastic Logic Que proReader has encountered another snag and won't be released this spring after all.
Alas, the company continues to "fine-tune the features and enhance the overall product experience," which means that those who preordered the rather expensive e-reader aimed at mobile professionals will have to wait till summer to get their units.
Richard Archuleta, CEO of Plastic Logic, … Read more
JooJoo tablet delayed due to screen issues
The JooJoo Internet tablet, nee CrunchPad, has been delayed due to a manufacturing issue, Fusion Garage said Friday. The $499 touch-screen device was supposed to be delivered to consumers at the end of this month. But due to an issue that "centers on fine tuning the touch sensitivity of the capacitive screen," according to the manufacturer, it's now expected to be sent March 25.
Preorder customers will get a free JooJoo accessory to compensate for the delay, Fusion Garage added.
The 12.1-inch JooJoo started off as a mobile device envisioned by TechCrunch founder Michael Arrington. It … Read more
The 404 Podcast 524: Where you should avoid racist polar bears
On today's episode of CNET's The 404 Podcast, the guys share the mics with longtime friend Clayton Morris of "Fox and Friends" and co-host of the Grizzly Bear Egg Cafe.
Anyone who listens to our show on a regular basis knows that very little preparation goes into each episode, but we always have a great time with Clayton, and today we spend the first half of the show talking about Jeff's appearance on NPR's All Things Considered, where he spent some time speaking with host Robert Siegel about his concerns over racism in multiplayer video games. After Wilson spends some time drooling over Siegel's baritone radio voice, Clayton tell us about his humble beginnings in the broadcasting industry and even does a few spot-on impersonations of New York's local television anchors.
After the break, Clayton tells us about his brief but educational sojourn into the armpit of the Internet that is Chat Roulette. Acting as the illegitimate child of Omegle and Skype, the site uses your Webcam to pair you up in a video chat room with a stranger on the Internet.
Clayton and the three of us attempt to describe the most common shared experience on CR: what might seem like a completely innocent Web site used to create new friendships across the world quickly falls flat on its face as you're faced with the worst the Web has to offer. Racism, misogyny, nudity, and pornography are just a few of the scenes you'll witness, so enter at your own peril, and don't forget to breathe...it's just a Web site.
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Some customers who placed early orders for Barnes & Noble's Nook may not see their e-reader arrive in time for Christmas.
Barnes & Noble told some customers by e-mail Friday that though their shipment "has been slightly delayed," the company is aiming to get their device to them by Thursday, which is Christmas Eve. If it's not shipped in time, Barnes & Noble promises "with our sincerest apologies, we will send you an e-mail notification on December 23rd with a $100 Barnes&Noble.com Online Gift Certificate." The e-mail also said if the … Read more
Visual Studio launch delayed by 'a few weeks'
Microsoft said on Thursday that it would delay by "a few weeks" the launch of its Visual Studio 2010 developer tool suite and version 4.0 of the .Net Framework.
In a blog posting, developer division head S. Somasegar said the company needs more time as it continues to work on some performance issues.
Microsoft had planned to launch the product in March. The company now plans an added test version--a release candidate--to launch in February, with the final version coming a few weeks after the planned March launch.
"Since the goal of the release candidate is … Read more
High volume of Mac sales may account for iMac delay
Apple's delay in shipping the 27-inch iMac may have more to do with the sheer volume of sales than any problems with the graphics chips, according to numbers from market research firm NPD.
Stephen Baker, NPD's vice president of industry analysis, told CNET on Monday that for October and November, Mac desktop sales were up 74 percent over the same period last year. While NPD did not break the numbers down by desktop model, it's clear the iMac is a top seller.
In fact, the 27-inch iMac appears to be selling so well, it could account for … Read more
Apple apologizes for iMac delays
Apple on Sunday apologized to customers amid reports of shipping delays of its recently introduced iMac computer.
"The new iMac has been a huge hit and we are working hard to fulfill orders as quickly as possible," an Apple spokesperson told CNET. "We apologize for any inconvenience or delay this may cause our customers."
Apple declined to comment on what's causing the delay, or if it's the display problems that have been widely reported in the last week. A support thread on Apple's Web site has 81 pages of comments and complaints from … Read more


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Webster graduate Logan Storley picked up a pair of big wins this weekend.
The University of Minnesota freshman helped the third ranked Gophers earn a 23-15 comeback win over Michigan on Friday in Minneapolis. Minnesota was down 15-7 heading into the 174-pound match between the No. 7 Storley and Michigan's No. 5 Justin Zerrip, a fifth-year senior.
Storley was down 5-3 with four seconds left in regulation as both wrestlers went out of the circle. After a re-start, Storley caught Zeerip for a two-point takedown tying the match at five. Storley scored a takedown 20 seconds into the extra time to pick up the 7-5 victory and pull the Gophers within five of the Wolverines. The Gophers then won the next three matches to win the dual 23-15.
Minnesota then lost to No. 5 Iowa 19-17 on Sunday in Iowa City, Iowa. Storley rallied to win his match 5-3 over redshirt sophomore Ethen Lofthouse, who is ranked ninth in the nation.
Storley is one of three Minnesota wrestlers undefeated in Big Ten duals with a 6-0 record this season. With the loss, Minnesota (9-3, 6-1) still is on top of the Big Ten standings. Penn State and Nebraska (each 5-1) are tied for second. The Gophers host Nebraska, coached by Vermillion native Mark Manning, Sunday in another Big Ten dual.
Tetzlaff honored
Northern State junior Dustin Tetzlaff is the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference men's basketball player of the week for the second time this season.
The 6-foot-7, 210-pound Tetzlaff averaged 15.5 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Wolves to a pair of wins over Minnesota-Duluth and Bemidji State last weekend. The junior notched his fourth double-double of the season in Friday night's win with 14 points and 11 rebounds, five of which came on the offensive end of the court.
The Watertown graduate also had 17 points and nine boards with an assist, a block and a steal in Saturday's win over Bemidji State. Tetzlaff went a combined 11-of-16 from the floor on the weekend.
PC gets Warner standout
Warner standout Karly Fuhrman will play for the Presentation College volleyball team this fall.
The 5-foot-10 Fuhrman finished her career at Warner with 777 kills, 139 blocks, and 103 assists and 109 digs. During her career at Warner, her team won the state championship in 2009 and were state runners-up in 2010.
Last season, the Monarchs finished the season with a 28-2 record, 6-0 in the Lake Region Conference and lost to eventual state champs Northwestern in the district final.
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Chad Stoterau of Garretson has verbally committed to play football at Northern State.
Stoterau is a 6-foot-3, 245-pound offensive/defensive lineman. He was a Class 11B first team all-state selection this past season. Garretson went 5-4 this past fall and lost to eventual state champsTri-Valleyin the first round of the playoffs.
The college national signing day is Wednesday.
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Brent Plumski and Josh Boyda will play for the Presentation College football team this season.
Plumski is a 5-foot-11, 225-pound native of Sauk Rapids, Minn. He was an all-conference offensive lineman for Foley High School which finished 7-3 last fall. He also was St. Cloud Times All-Area Honorable Mention and the Foley offensive line MVP.


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With the trade deadline in the bag and closers moving, we have a lot to talk about. Some of it refreshing like a glass of ice cold lemonade on a summer's day. Some of it less so like being asked to write something for Lainie Kazan, wondering who Lainie Kazan is and Googling her to find Playboy pics from the 1970′s juxtaposed with her present-day pics.
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First Stanton, now Joey Votto. I got two good knees. Take my knees. Please! I take my knees everywhere and they always find their way home. I will attempt to put into words how distraught I was over losing Votto, but Autocorrect tried to change put into pout, so even it knows this isn't going to be easy.
Please, blog, may I have some more?Here's one way baseball could take cues from fantasy baseball. Yesterday, the Marlins announced that they'd be going to a closer-by-committee, which puts Steve Cishek in line for saves. If they had a fantasy baseballer (<–my mom's term!) running their club, things would've been different down in South Florida.
Please, blog, may I have some more?The 2012 fantasy baseball rankings are just about in the bag, but first we look at the top 20 middle relievers for 2012 fantasy baseball. No, next we're not going to do the Top 20 Guys Who Will Have The Most Balks. Chillax. The only people that seem to pay attention to middle relievers are those that play in a Holds league. That's wrong, I tell ya. A great way to balance out your ratios is by carrying a few middle relievers on your staff. (BTW, Ron Jeremy can carry three middle relievers on his staff.) Say you had Francisco Liriano last year and he mistook your team's ERA for his toilet, but you also had Jonny Venters. With just Liriano, you had the 5.09 ERA dump to clean up. With Venters and his brand new toilet brush, you had a 3.81 ERA. If you also carried Tyler Clippard, you had a combined 3.24 ERA. Not to mention, you had 5 vulture saves. 9 junky wins. 8 maids o' milking. 7 Gary Matthews Jr.'s leaping. Oh, and your WHIP went from Liriano's 1.49 to 1.19 and had an additional 200 Ks. Okay, school's out, Alice Cooper. Now, with that said — yes, I pulled out the "with that said" — this middle men post is for 5×5 leagues where you want to handcuff your closer to potentially snag some saves and get good ratios. I projected Holds for these guys, but they are not the top 20 Holds guys. They are the most valuable when you consider vulture saves, Ks and ratios. Anyway, here's the top 20 middle relievers for 2012 fantasy baseball:
Please, blog, may I have some more?Last year, the only type of starts and luck that Charlie Morton had was bad. Despite good stuff and pedestrian ratios (6.7 K/9, 2.9 BB/9), he put up some of the worst stats in recent history. A 7.57 ERA in 79 innings during the year of the pitcher! It was a 54 ERA+ (adjusted for park and era) which stands as the 5th worst ERA+ since 1945 for pitchers with 79+ IP. It's hard to say how much of his .353 BABIP was because he threw down the middle or back luck but let's just say the latter. It seemed like luck was balancing out in his first three starts this year as he went 2-0 despite throwing 6 Ks and 12 BBs in 22 innings. But excluding an ugly win in Colorado (where just about every non-ace should be benched), his last three starts – including last nights 5-hit shutout – have shown significant progress. In those 18 2/3 IP, he's K'd 17 and walked 7. So let your league mates focus on his ghastly K:BB for the season while you get him on the cheap. I'd still bench him during bad match-ups but he looks primed to be a solid 5th/6th SP in shallow leagues.
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