Actually, it is possible, it\'s just very difficult
There doesn\'t seem to be much uniformity regarding DOL decisions on this. It can be done but it is very tricky and there is a significant risk of denial.
I hope a decent attorney filed this for you or you\'re going to have big problems getting it approved. There are definitely standards here and the general rule is that experience with the same employer cannot be used, but there are exceptions.
Jim