DVLA & Diabetes

Question 1

When were the rules changed so that diabetics could drive HGVs?

Answer 1

2011

Question 2

When does an Group 1 driver not need to contact the DVLA and if they are diabetic?

Answer 2

• Diet controlled
• Tablets with no risk of hypoglycaemia
• Non-insulin injectable medication that carries no risk of hypoglycaemia (Exenatide etc)

Question 3

When does an Group 1 driver need to contact the DVLA if they are diabetic?

Answer 3

• If they are on insulin
• If they are on tablets that can cause hypoglycaemia (Sulphonylureas and Glinides (a.k.a. Meglitinides).

Question 4

What requirements need to be met by diabetics using insulin or hypoglycaemic before they can have a Group 1 licence?

Answer 4

1. No hypoglycemic episode in the last 12 months requiring someone to assist them.
2. For insulin users only:
   
   • They need to demonstrate full hypoglycaemic awareness.
   • No visual impairment or complications that affect driving ability.

Question 5

What standards need to be met before a diabetic (insulin or hypoglycaemic tablets) can drive an HGV (Group 2 Licence)?

Answer 5

1. No severe hypoglycemic episode in the last 12 months.
2. The driver has “full hypoglycemia awareness”
3. Must show full control and monitor regularly. (At least 2 times daily)
   
   • 3 months of recorded levels before application.
4. They are aware of the consequences/risks of hypoglyaemic
5. No other debarring complications of diabetes.

Question 6

What forms need to be filled out for a diabetic who wants a Group 2 (HGV) license?

Answer 6

1. They need to fill out a D2 form
2. They will also be required to produce a D4 medical form.