Profile For David J.

Update: I just passed two Prime Tankers in Alabama, so apparently their not restricted to the NE.

Bruce, I'm in the TT stage of training at Prime, so don't take my info as the gospel, but I can share what I've been told. The Refrigerated division is typically more consistent year round and the Tanker division is often dispatched and concentrated in the North and East. I'm currently training in the Refer division which appears to make up the vast majority of Prime's fleet. There's a Prime Tanker Driver on YouTube, "John Ogren", I believe? He does informational videos as it pertains to Tanker division. I did get the impression that the Tanker Division is growing, so maybe It's a good time to get onboard. Again, this is just my impression that I got during orientation, I have no personal experience with Prime's Tanker Division.

Kat, I'm Here now and just finishing PSD, I'm test Wednesday and then off to TNT phase. Prime has been great, good luck with everything.

It's the State of Missouri that will not accept an out of state Permit, not Prime. It would be a much lesser burden on Prime if everyone showed up with their permits and were able to transfer them.

I Was told by the Doctor that I needed the full mask because of the amount of pressure my machine was set at. She thought it would be uncomfortable with nasal pillows, however, I've heard great things about the nasal pillows, from people that use them.

Mine is a mask that covers my mouth and nose. At first I found that I Was over tightening it and squeezing my face. You just want it tight enough that it doesn't leak

Davy, I Understand, when I got my machine it was difficult to adjust for a couple days, but now I really like my cpap and use it every time I sleep. My energy level is much better and I'm not as irritable. The Health risks associated with untreated sleep apnea are severe. Trust me, I was not looking forward to the mask either, I knew I had apnea for years and did nothing until I finally gave in and got tested. It's not as bad as it seems. Everyone I've met that uses the machine says it improved their sleep and general health.

I Don't know if you remember, but I responded to a previous post of yours and gave information about the orientation process. Well, I've moved into the PSD phase and I'm out with my trainer. I Should be back in Springfield on the 13th to test, then back out for TNT. So, prime has been as advertised for me. I'm Learning a ton everyday. Good luck with everything.

Kat, I noticed people skipping the tarp and heavy weight. I think it's only required if you are flat bedding. They'll let you do it regardless, but some people did refuse and said they weren't going flat bed. It's not that bad though, it's just basic functions most people should find easy.

Exactly... You won't need it until the end of the week when you get your trainer.