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During this webcast, attorney Doug B. Marcello and J. J. Keller consultant and subject-matter expert Tom Bray, will share their professional expertise on accident investigation from a legal and compliance perspective. They’ll debunk common myths that can sabotage your legal efforts, address FMCSA accident reporting requirements, and discuss the risks associated with: Exchanging and disseminating accident information Unnecessary testing, interviews, and inspections Insurance company procedures This complimentary one-hour event will help you plan and protect your driver and company in the unfortunate event of an accident. Don’t miss it!

Employee training is required by a number of regulations, but spending time and resources to provide training in non-mandatory topics can help better protect your employees and your company's bottom line. Satisfying any compliance obligation is important, but your overall goal should be ensuring the safety, welfare, and productivity of your workers. Most mandated training helps employees protect themselves and avoid hazards, but training in additional areas (even if not required) helps protect your business as well. Topics to be covered include: Hazard Communication Personal Conveyance Active Shooter and Bullying Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) and Hours of Service Pandemic Awareness / COVID-19   FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Programs and Clearinghouse Sexual Harassment Walkway Safety You'll walk away from this event knowing who should receive training, when training should (or must) be provided, and why providing that training is important.

Vehicle legalization covers everything from federal registration to USDOT numbers, operating authority, vehicle registration, federal taxes and fuel taxes. So, when it comes to obtaining the necessary vehicle permits and credentials, carriers often have a lot of questions, such as… What is operating authority and who needs it? Which states require intrastate carriers to obtain a USDOT number? When is an MC number needed and how is it different from an MCS-150? What are the UCR recordkeeping requirements? When do I need to designate a process agent? What records do I need to maintain for fuel taxes? Our subject-matter experts answer hundreds of questions like these each month, and in this webcast, they’ll answer some of the most common and complex questions with clear, easy-to-understand answers.

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act calls for employers to display an Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act posting. In this webcast we’ll answer a number of frequently asked questions relating to the new poster and cover the posting details included in the act. In addition, as more employees are working from home, we’ll talk about best practices for complying with posting requirements for your remote employees.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread many carriers and drivers have questions on the rules to follow and how to compliantly operate today. Currently there are federal and state transportation exemptions in place which are complicated be social distancing policies. In this webcast we will provide help and guidance regarding: Why it’s important to maintain records & compliance, Who is able to use the FMCSA’s exemption, Specifically what does the FMCSA’s provisions actually exempt a carrier or driver from – and what they’re not exempt from, Explain the difference between the FMCSAs exemption and the CDC’s guidance on essential services, The end of the month and quarter are right around the corner, explaining what that means for your drug and alcohol testing compliance, Clinics are closing for non-essential services including medical exams this can impact operations, D&A Testing requirements - Clinics are closing for non-essential services, including medical exams. This can impact operations, How to obtain emergency for-hire authority, The pandemic’s impact on IFTA and IRP programs. In addition to answering questions regarding these topics, J.J. Keller’s experts will provide best practice guidance.

DOT recordkeeping requirements are complex, and everyone seems to have an opinion on what they mean. Some information that’s circulating is actually incorrect, leaving anyone who follows the advice vulnerable to fines and litigation. This webcast will review and test your knowledge of the most common myths and mistakes about DOT recordkeeping requirements through interactive chats. Join us for the conversation!

On March 18, 2020, the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) was signed into law in response to a growing outbreak of the coronavirus. As a result of the outbreak, employers were faced with unprecedented changes, in part because some employees could not go into work due to parenting demands, quarantine or stay-at-home orders, or as a preventive measure regarding the disease. Therefore, parts of the FFCRA pertain to employers, particularly relating to employee leave. This presentation will cover what employers need to know about the FFCRA, including: Which employers are covered? When are the provisions effective? Which employees are eligible for leave? How much leave do employees get? How much are employees paid while on leave?

The COVID-19 pandemic is straining the supply chain, carriers and drivers have been meeting the clarion call to meet the nation’s needs, but have a need to keep their drivers and support teams safe. In this webcast we’ll cover the best practices to meet the pressing needs: Driver personal safety: Social distancing as a driver Protection from contamination – driver and vehicle Protecting support personnel – flexible work options Security concerns How trip planning has changed, and Emergency policy and procedure addendums

Join us and learn all the ins and outs of the new Clearinghouse requirement. DOT drug and alcohol recordkeeping is about to become more complicated when the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is launched January 6, 2020. Motor carriers will be required to both request and submit data to the clearinghouse as a part of monitoring their CDL drivers’ drug and alcohol histories. If you have questions on the new Clearinghouse rule, bring them - we'll leave time for a live Q&A session.

One of the most challenging areas for any EHS professional is safety training. This webcast will discuss training in general, with a strong focus on: Challenges employers are facing, Best Practices that can be implemented, and Current trends in training that others are finding effective We'll also reserve time for a live Q&A session - bring your questions!

Misunderstanding the driver qualification (DQ) file requirements puts your company at risk of having an unqualified individual behind the wheel of a commercial motor vehicle. The worst-case scenario is a high-profile crash involving this unqualified driver, but other negative impacts can be felt, including: A high Driver Fitness CSA score, A conditional or unsatisfactory safety rating, Increased insurance rates, and A tarnished reputation To gain a better understanding of DQ file requirements, join us for answers to the most frequently asked questions on the topic.

On any given day, you could have a number of employees absent for reasons that qualify for FMLA protections. You still need to get the work done, so you want to be sure that the employees taking that FMLA leave are not stretching the definition of a serious health condition or treatment therefore to include concerts, fishing, gambling, and so on. While the FMLA is an employee entitlement law, employers are not without tools to help stop abuse before it begins, or take control of it if it has already begun. This webcast is designed to present methods, means, tools, and tips for reigning in abuse, including policies, forms, certification tips, communication tools, and steps (including surveillance), you can use to show employees you take the FMLA seriously, and so should they. We will also leave time for a live Q&A session!

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