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A 46-year-old HGV driver is referred after his partner reports loud snoring and witnessed apnoeas. He admits dozing at traffic lights after night shifts, and his Epworth score is 17. He has not yet had a sleep study. What is the most appropriate advice regarding fitness for work?

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Correct answer: D — Stop Group 2 driving pending assessment and symptom control

Excessive sleepiness in a vocational driver creates an immediate safety-critical risk. DVLA guidance requires drivers with suspected sleep apnoea causing excessive sleepiness to stop driving until satisfactory symptom control. Occupational health should advise removal from Group 2 driving duties, facilitate prompt referral, and document advice given to the worker and employer.

Reference: DVLA Assessing Fitness to Drive