Annually by March 1, all owners and operators of manufacturing and non-manufacturing facilities must assess whether they are required to submit a Tier II report. This Federal requirement is coming quickly for facilities that store hazardous or highly hazardous chemicals onsite (e.g. industrial batteries, diesel fuel, compressed gasses, etc.). Join us for an upcoming webinar to learn the details or for a refresher of Tier II reporting prior to the due date. This free webcast - hosted by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. and U.S. Compliance Corporation - will help you gain a better understanding of: • The key provisions to EPCRA Section 302, 304, 311/312, 313 • What makes a chemical hazardous for Tier II • Exemptions for Tier II reporting • What information is required on your Tier II Report • Lead Acid Battery reporting • Common EPCRA violations This complimentary one-hour webcast will include a question and answer session.

The last 12 months have proved very busy for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) from a regulation and proposed regulation perspective. In the last 12 months the administration has: • Released the long awaited ELD mandate; • Provided driver’s protection from harassment due to electronic logs and against coercion; • Addressed congress’ directives from the F.A.S.T. Act (Fixing America’s Surface Transportation); • Updated the compliance timeline of the Unified Registration System (URS); • Adjusted the random drug test percentile; • Revised versions of the Medical Examination Report and the Medical Examiner’s Certificate; • Adjusted the monetary penalty levels and schedule; and • Dropped a roadside inspection as an alternate to an annual inspection. In addition, the FMCSA is planning to release more proposals and final rules in the next 12 months. Find out what impact the rule changes will have on your operation and plan a strategy adjust to changes and compliance dates on the horizon.

Join J. J. Keller experts, Transport Editor, Rick Malchow and Field Manager, Jeff Ferrell for this complimentary educational seminar on DOT Audits for the experienced fleet professional*! Why You Should Attend - You'll gain valuable information on DOT audit prevention strategies, guidance on implementing FMCSA's "Safety Management Cycle" within the CSA Seven Basics and how to take your safety programs to the next level - beyond compliance! Call 800-843-3174 x8150 to register now.

Join J. J. Keller experts Sr Safety Consultant, Steve Frisch and Field Manager, Heikki Darrow for this complimentary seminar on mitigating fleet risk for experienced fleet professionals. Why You Should Attend: You'll receive the latest updates on the changing FMCSA regulations including hours of service, ELD final rule (Electronic Logging Device), Driver Qualification, CDL requirements, drug & alcohol testing regulations and Vehicle Maintenance! Learn how to manage and reduce risk in your fleet within these critical areas of compliance.

Over the past two years there have been more than 80 mandatory state posting changes and two mandatory federal changes. How do you know if you have the right posters on the wall? In this webcast, Terri L. Dougherty and Kyra Kudick of J. J. Keller & Associates look at recent posting updates, the posters you need to display, and what can happen if the right ones aren’t posted. In addition, they'll answer your employment law poster questions.

Join J. J. Keller experts at this complimentary seminar as they provide an executive overview on the latest OSHA regulatory changes. Updates include OSHA's new electronic injury and illness reporting rule, crystalline silica rule and walking-working surfaces rule. Also learn about the increases in OSHA penalties that will soon be in effect, OSHA's new inspection "weighting" system, the OSHA inspection process, and best practices and tools you can use should your operation be faced with an inspection. Network with local peers and gain new insights on mitigating risk and establishing compliance levels. Don't miss this informative discussion! Call 800-843-3174 x8218 to register now.

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires quite a bit of communication between employer, employee, health care provider, and even benefits managers. An employer’s responsibilities under the law are generally initiated with an employee’s notice of the need for leave. Such notice, however, can take many forms, even nonverbal forms. From there, however, the conversation begins, continues throughout leave, and might not even end when an employee exhausts his or her FMLA leave. This webcast will look at the communication that is required under the FMLA as well as optional discussions that can help employers steer clear of claims.

Ensuring that commercial motor vehicle drivers are fully qualified at all times can be a confusing and daunting task, but it’s vital if you want to avoid the fines, penalties, and liability that can result from noncompliance. Join us as we discuss the most commonly asked questions and “pain points” concerning the management of driver qualification (DQ) files, based on the hundreds of DQ questions our experts receive every month. From medical cards to MVRs and applications to road tests, we’ll help you manage risk, stay in compliance, and get your questions answered.

The secret to complying with the ELog mandate is to strengthen your Hours of Service compliance program before you switch to ELogs. Join us as we provide a demonstration of how J. J. Keller’s Encompass Fleet Management System with ELogs will help you manage your Hours of Service program while providing you a simple, flexible and affordable ELog solution that will meet the mandate requirements. It takes time to switch from paper logs to ELogs, so don't wait until the last minute to start looking for the right solution. A question and answer session is also included.

Join J. J. Keller experts, Transport Editor Rick Malchow and Sr. Account Executive Arty Bentch, for this complimentary educational seminar on DOT Fundamentals. Prepared for the entry-level fleet professional, attendees will gain valuable explanations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and practical how-to comply guidance. Attendees receive a free copy of the J. J. Keller Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Handbook, the "green book", to reference the regulations and interpretations that are highlighted during the event. This seminar is highly beneficial for safety professionals just entering the fleet industry or for those who simply need a refresh on the regulations. Call 800-843-3174 x8150 to register now

Join your fellow safety professionals at this educational seminar — Practical Guidance for ELog Success: From Ideas to Plan— for personalized strategies and plans to get ELogs into your fleet. You'll learn more about the ELog mandate itself and get additional information on how you can use Elog data to improve your Hours of Service compliance. Plus, this event provides a unique opportunity to network with other transportation professionals who are also considering the move to ELDs.

The new ELD regulation was published December 16, 2015, setting in motion the need for motor carriers to analyze their compliance needs and make a successful transition to ELDs by December 18, 2017. This webcast is a time for YOU to get your ELD-related questions answered by J.J. Keller Sr. Transportation Editor, Tom Bray and Corporate Account Sales Team Leader, Ben Swanson. We will discuss the common questions surrounding the ELD Final rule and address questions you and your peers would like have answered in an open questions and answers forum.

With the potential for fines and penalties – and your company’s reputation on the line – it is essential for you to have a clear understanding of these safety regulations. Managing your DOT random testing program demands attention to detail. This webcast will: - Examine the finer points of setting up a random pull, - Review definitions and regulatory requirements, - Offer industry best practices, and - Include a question and answer session.

Join J. J. Keller experts Sr Safety Consultant, Steve Frisch and Field Manager, Heikki Darrow for this complimentary seminar on mitigating fleet risk for experienced fleet professionals. Why You Should Attend: You'll receive the latest updates on the changing FMCSA regulations including hours of service, ELD final rule (Electronic Logging Device), Driver Qualification, CDL requirements, drug & alcohol testing regulations and Vehicle Maintenance! Learn how to manage and reduce risk in your fleet within these critical areas of compliance.

Do you want to pass an audit from the FMCSA? Do you want to keep your CSA scores as low as possible? Does your company manage risk? If you said yes to any of these questions then you need a thorough recordkeeping program! From driver and vehicle files to logs, accident records, and proof of insurance, the status of your paperwork could spell the difference between passing an audit with flying colors … or getting fines, losing customers, and/or receiving an unsatisfactory safety rating, not to mention legal liabilities. Join us for an in-depth discussion of the in’s and out’s of FMCSA recordkeeping, including recent rule changes and the upcoming mandate for electronic logging devices. Plus, you’ll learn about tools you can use to stay compliant.

Join experts Kevin Weaver, Environmental Manager from U. S. Compliance Corporation, and J. J. Keller Account Executive, Bob O'Connell for this complimentary educational EPA seminar. Why You Should Attend - You'll gain a valuable explanation of current EPA trends including Storm Water Permit, Clean Air and Water Acts, and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. Our experts will offer insight on how to improve existing systems, as well as common industry shortcomings. Call 800-843-3174 x8218 to register now.

Join J. J. Keller experts, Transport Editor Rick Malchow and Sr. Account Executive Arty Bentch, for this complimentary educational seminar on DOT Fundamentals. Prepared for the entry-level fleet professional, attendees will gain valuable explanations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and practical how-to comply guidance. Attendees receive a free copy of the J. J. Keller Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Handbook, the "green book", to reference the regulations and interpretations that are highlighted during the event. This seminar is highly beneficial for safety professionals just entering the fleet industry or for those who simply need a refresh on the regulations. Call 800-843-3174 x8150 to register now

Join your fellow safety professionals at this educational seminar — Practical Guidance for ELog Success: From Ideas to Plan— for personalized strategies and plans to get ELogs into your fleet. You'll learn more about the ELog mandate itself and get additional information on how you can use Elog data to improve your Hours of Service compliance. Plus, this event provides a unique opportunity to network with other transportation professionals who are also considering the move to ELDs.

Join J. J. Keller experts at this complimentary seminar as they provide an executive overview on the latest OSHA regulatory changes. Updates include OSHA's new electronic injury and illness reporting rule, crystalline silica rule and walking-working surfaces rule. Also learn about the increases in OSHA penalties that will soon be in effect, OSHA's new inspection "weighting" system, the OSHA inspection process, and best practices and tools you can use should your operation be faced with an inspection. Network with local peers and gain new insights on mitigating risk and establishing compliance levels. Don't miss this informative discussion! BONUS SESSION: Come early for a Bonus Update on Injury & Illness Record-Keeping! Call 800-843-3174 x8218 to register now.

Annually by March 1, all owners and operators of manufacturing and non-manufacturing facilities must assess whether they are required to submit a Tier II report. This Federal requirement is coming quickly for facilities that store hazardous or highly hazardous chemicals onsite (e.g. industrial batteries, diesel fuel, compressed gasses, etc.). Join us for an upcoming webinar to learn the details or for a refresher of Tier II reporting prior to the due date. This complimentary one-hour webcast will include a question and answer session.

Join J. J. Keller experts, Consultant, Steve Frisch and Field Manager, John Smith for this complimentary educational seminar on DOT Audits for the experienced fleet professional! You'll gain valuable information on DOT audit prevention strategies, guidance on implementing FMCSA's "Safety Management Cycle" within the CSA Seven Basics and how to take your safety programs to the next level - beyond compliance! Call 800-843-3174 x8150 to register now.

Join your fellow safety professionals at this educational seminar — Practical Guidance for ELog Success: From Ideas to Plan— for personalized strategies and plans to get ELogs into your fleet. You'll learn more about the ELog mandate itself and get additional information on how you can use Elog data to improve your Hours of Service compliance. Plus, this event provides a unique opportunity to network with other transportation professionals who are also considering the move to ELDs.

Join your fellow safety professionals at this educational seminar — Practical Guidance for ELog Success: From Ideas to Plan— for personalized strategies and plans to get ELogs into your fleet. You'll learn more about the ELog mandate itself and get additional information on how you can use Elog data to improve your Hours of Service compliance. Plus, this event provides a unique opportunity to network with other transportation professionals who are also considering the move to ELDs.

The secret to complying with the ELog mandate is to strengthen your Hours of Service compliance program before you switch to ELogs. Join us as we provide a demonstration of how J. J. Keller’s Encompass Fleet Management System with ELogs will help you manage your Hours of Service program while providing you a simple, flexible and affordable ELog solution that will meet the mandate requirements. It takes time to switch from paper logs to ELogs, so don't wait until the last minute to start looking for the right solution. A question and answer session is also included.

You’re an FMLA-covered employer and you have eligible employees. Can these employees take FMLA-protected leave for any reason? Short answer: No. Many reasons do qualify for FMLA leave, but not every reason. The law and regulations limit why an employee may take FMLA leave, and you need to be aware of these limits. Failure to do so can risk a claim, which could put you in the crosshairs of a court case.

While the motor carrier industry continues to deal with critical elements that can significantly affect service, profitability, and safety, one factor remains constant — compliance. Compliance with the regulations will be the focus of this webcast as we will cover recent and potential changes to: • hours-of-service rules, • ELDs and their effect on the hours-of-service rules, • procedures for handling medical cards and their relationship to their medical status on MVRs, and • surviving an audit from the FMCSA. Carriers who establish policies and procedures for these critical events soon realize the impact they can have on their organizations’ quest for compliance with industry regulations. The bonus in this effort is, by establishing key and essential policies and procedures, the carrier will also realize continuity rather than disruption to their operation, and that leads to profitability!

With less than a year to be compliant with the initial ELD Mandate compliance date, if you have not yet done so, now is the time to find out what this change will mean to your operation. When the mandate was published in December of 2015, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) stated “Specifically, this rule… mandates ELDs for drivers currently using RODS.” While mandated, you do have options. Discovering what is available, what is required, and what your operation needs will set your ELD transition vision. Having this vision will enable you, your leadership team, and your drivers to successfully negotiate the changes that will occur. Don’t let the change lead you, lead the change.

Join J. J. Keller experts, Sr. Transport Editor, Mark Schedler and Field Manager, Jeff Ferrell for this complimentary educational seminar on DOT Fundamentals for the entry-level fleet professional! You'll gain a valuable explanation of the Code of Federal Regulations/Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations using your free copy of the J. J. Keller FMCSR "green book" as a reference tool.This seminar will be highly beneficial for safety professionals just entering the fleet industry or those who simply need a refresh on the regs! Call 800-843-3174 x8150 to register now.

In this webcast, we'll be looking at how for-hire carriers can use the data provided by an electronic logging system to improve on its core mission of delivering other people’s property (or passengers) safely without loss, damage, or delay. We will specifically discuss how the data an electronic logging system provides can be used to make the operation more efficient and effective by allowing better decision-making, more effective use of the drivers’ time, and provide insight into operational problems that need addressed.

Please join experts Jacqui Forbes, Environmental Manager from U. S. Compliance Corporation, and J. J. Keller Account Executive, Bob O'Connell for this complimentary educational EPA seminar. You'll gain a valuable explanation of current EPA trends including Storm Water Permit, Clean Air and Water Acts, and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. Our experts will offer insight on how to improve existing systems, as well as common industry shortcomings. Call 800-843-3174 x8218 to register now.

Fleets with drivers who currently use paper logs need to transition their drivers to electronic logs by December 18, 2017. This change isn't as easy as most people think and the more you plan for the transition, the more successful it will be. That's why we created the Practical Guidance for ELog Success: From Ideas to Plan seminar. Not only do safety professionals need help with rolling out ELogs - they need to know what to do with all that data going forward!

Failing to have appropriate, well-understood and enforced policies to manage ELDs will make your life much more challenging than necessary. You may be like many motor carriers and are in the process of implementing ELDs or will soon be doing so. A critical step in the transition is to ensure that you have clear policies and procedures so everyone — from executives to the drivers — understands the expectations in the electronic logging world. Learn which policies and procedures are necessary along with commensurate enforcement measures before you get too far into your implementation!

Please join experts Kevin Miller, Environmental Manager from U. S. Compliance Corporation, and J. J. Keller Account Executive, Julie Kaland for this complimentary educational EPA seminar. You'll gain a valuable explanation of current EPA trends including Storm Water Permit, Clean Air and Water Acts, and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. Our experts will offer insight on how to improve existing systems, as well as common industry shortcomings. Call 800-843-3174 x8218 to register now.

Join J. J. Keller experts, Sr. Transport Editor, Tom Bray and Field Manager, Heikki Darrow for this complimentary educational seminar on DOT Fundamentals. Prepared for the entry-level fleet professional, attendees will gain valuable explanations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and practical how-to comply guidance. Attendees receive a free copy of the J. J. Keller Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Handbook, the "green book", to reference the regulations and interpretations that are highlighted during the event. This seminar is highly beneficial for safety professionals just entering the fleet industry or for those who simply need a refresh on the regulations. Call 800-843-3174 x8150 to register now.

Hiring qualified drivers with a long history of accident- and violation-free driving should be the goal for any transportation company. Technology is now available to assist in this process through a program developed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Motor carriers are able to screen driver applicants by registering in the Pre-employment Screening Program (PSP) where crash and inspection information is provided on potential new hires. This webcast will share information about what data is available, how it can be accessed, and how it can help improve your driving hiring effectiveness.

As of February 2020, all entry-level drivers will be required to meet specific training requirements in order to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL), according to a long-awaited rule released late last year by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The final rule establishes minimum training standards for interstate and intrastate drivers applying for their initial CDL, upgrading their current CDL, or obtaining a hazardous materials, passenger, or school bus endorsement for the first time. Individuals subject to the entry-level driver training requirements must successfully complete a prescribed program of instruction provided by an entity listed on FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry (TPR). This webcast will look into how fleets – ahead of mandated federal regulations – can build training programs that are compliant in both theory (knowledge) and behind-the-wheel (range and public road) instruction.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s final rule for a DOT drug and alcohol clearinghouse requires FMCSA-regulated trucking companies, Medical Review Officers, Substance Abuse Professionals, and private, third-party USDOT drug and alcohol testing to record information about a driver who fails a drug and/or alcohol test; refuses to submit to a drug and/or alcohol test; and successfully completes a substance abuse program and is legally qualified to return to duty. This webcast will discuss how fleets can build strategies to comply with the new regulations.

Insufficient sleep can decrease a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver’s level of alertness, which may increase the risk of a crash, yet little is known about effective ways to minimize that risk. Current research on the connection among hours of service, fatigue, and accident frequency for CMV operators is complicated by the difficulty of measuring driver fatigue objectively, the invasive nature of capturing measures of the amount and quality of drivers’ sleep, and many factors contributing to crashes that are unrelated to lack of sleep. In fact, an estimated 4,000 fatalities due to truck and bus crashes occur each year, 10 percent to 20 percent of which are estimated to involve fatigued drivers. This webcast will cover the current regulations governing driver fatigue as well as how fleets are ensuring a driver force which is well rested and ready to drive safely.

The Safety Management Cycle is a model that systematically assesses your company's safety management practices and makes improvements where necessary. According to the FMCSA, safety can be achieved within your organization by putting this model in place. In fact, the agency recently trained 1000+ Federal and State Partner employees on this improved investigative process. The SMC moves beyond identifying what the safety violation is to why the safety performance issue is occurring so motor carriers can develop or refine policies, practices and operations to improve their safety performance. This webcast shows how to enhance efficiencies and reduce costs and fines

Vehicle inspections make good sense, but are also required under law. A regimen of a complete pre-trip at the beginning of the day, walk-around inspection every time the vehicle is parked, and a post-trip at the end of the day is the best practice. Drivers also need to know what to check on the vehicle and how to spot defects, who to call when there is a problem, and how and when to submit documentation. This, coupled with a competent maintenance department or service, helps keep vehicles on the road in good shape while maintaining low CSA BASIC scores. This webcast reviews critical information and understanding about: performing vehicle inspections; filing out vehicle inspection forms; the consequences of a roadside DOT inspection; protecting equipment, and upholding a driver and organization’s reputation.

The federal HOS regulations have been around since the 1930s and are designed to keep fatigued truck drivers off the nation’s roadways. They are among the most-often violated of the FMCSA regulations—comprising about one-third of all roadside violations— and within the past decade have become disruptive, confusing, and the most-frequently revised of all federal driver safety regulations. This webcast will examine the federal HOS rules as they stand today including the most recent revisions, review the most significant changes that have been implemented, and discuss ways to deal with HOS compliance challenges.

The federal mandate of electronic logging devices that becomes effective at the end of this year will spur a dramatic increase in technology adoption next year, but implementation could be challenging as many carriers continue to wait as long as possible before installing the devices. What are the requirements of the new rules? What technologies comply? How do drivers comply during a roadside inspection? What benefits come with use of electronic logs? This webcast looks into strategies fleets have employed to comply with new federal regulations.