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May 24
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Virtual Webcast! Hours-of-Service Training Checklist
A key to minimizing hours-of-service and electronic log-related violations is training and updating your drivers and operations personnel on current regulations and exceptions. This webcast will review the latest requirements in the following areas:
• Hours-of-service limits for property-carrying drivers
• Form/manner and supporting document requirements
• Both 150 air-mile radius exceptions
• Other “popular” exceptions
• Personal conveyance
This complimentary event will include a live Q&A session. Can’t make it to the live event? Register anyway and we’ll send you the link to watch the session on-demand.
• Hours-of-service limits for property-carrying drivers
• Form/manner and supporting document requirements
• Both 150 air-mile radius exceptions
• Other “popular” exceptions
• Personal conveyance
This complimentary event will include a live Q&A session. Can’t make it to the live event? Register anyway and we’ll send you the link to watch the session on-demand.
May 25
2022
1:00PM
2:00PM
Webcasts
DOT Policies and Procedures: The Foundation of Your Compliance Program
As the foundation of your compliance program, DOT policies and procedures require frequent review to ensure you're meeting the regulatory requirements. This is particularly important as recent regulation changes may necessitate updates to your current policies and procedures.
Join us as we discuss:
• The process of policy development
• The 6 factors that relate to your policies and procedures
• The importance of having policies and procedures
• How to handle policy changes
This webcast will also include sample policies and a live Q&A session.
Join us as we discuss:
• The process of policy development
• The 6 factors that relate to your policies and procedures
• The importance of having policies and procedures
• How to handle policy changes
This webcast will also include sample policies and a live Q&A session.
May 26
2022
10:00AM
11:30AM
Virtual Event
Webcasts
Virtual Event! DOT Risk Mitigation – How Fleet Managers Can Reduce Exposure & Improve Results
From costly DOT violations to serious on-the-road accidents, the risks associated with non-compliance can jeopardize your business. But you can reduce your exposure and protect your company from fines, lawsuits and litigation by taking the right proactive steps.
Attend this complimentary DOT Live Virtual Event to learn where the regulations meet your operational risk — and what you can do about it!
Gain Expert Insights:
Delivered virtually by J. J. Keller® transportation experts, this seminar will provide key insights and best practices on the regulations and risk areas related to your Driver Compliance* including:
• Effective Methods for Hiring, Firing, and Training Drivers
• Driver Supervision & Retention Techniques
• Hours-of-Service and ELD Compliance Guidelines
• Drug & Alcohol Testing
*Within each of the areas above, we will cover the associated risks, compliance requirements, and best practices to help you achieve and maintain a world class safety program.
Attend this complimentary DOT Live Virtual Event to learn where the regulations meet your operational risk — and what you can do about it!
Gain Expert Insights:
Delivered virtually by J. J. Keller® transportation experts, this seminar will provide key insights and best practices on the regulations and risk areas related to your Driver Compliance* including:
• Effective Methods for Hiring, Firing, and Training Drivers
• Driver Supervision & Retention Techniques
• Hours-of-Service and ELD Compliance Guidelines
• Drug & Alcohol Testing
*Within each of the areas above, we will cover the associated risks, compliance requirements, and best practices to help you achieve and maintain a world class safety program.
Jun 01
2022
1:00PM
2:00PM
Webcasts
How to Monitor the Success of Your DOT D&A Testing Program
A successful drug & alcohol testing program requires a mid-year review to determine what’s working and what problem areas need to be addressed. This allows you to identify risks and prioritize improvements before a violation occurs.
During this webcast you'll learn:
• Common problem areas you should review
• Best practices you can implement immediately
• Tasks you’ll want to accomplish during the second half of the year
If you have questions on this topic, you can share them during our live Q&A session!
During this webcast you'll learn:
• Common problem areas you should review
• Best practices you can implement immediately
• Tasks you’ll want to accomplish during the second half of the year
If you have questions on this topic, you can share them during our live Q&A session!
Jun 02
2022
1:00PM
2:00PM
Webcasts
How to Leverage Your CSA Data to Improve Compliance
Your Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) scores hold a wealth of data you can use to protect your fleet against risk and litigation.
Join our experts as they take a deeper dive into FMCSA’s CSA program. In this webcast, you’ll get details on:
• How CSA works and where the data comes from
• Monitoring your data & making sure it’s accurate
• Unlocking data secrets
• Using the FMCSA’s Safety Management Cycle to lower your scores and improve safety
Make plans to join us today and bring your CSA questions with you for the live Q&A session.
Join our experts as they take a deeper dive into FMCSA’s CSA program. In this webcast, you’ll get details on:
• How CSA works and where the data comes from
• Monitoring your data & making sure it’s accurate
• Unlocking data secrets
• Using the FMCSA’s Safety Management Cycle to lower your scores and improve safety
Make plans to join us today and bring your CSA questions with you for the live Q&A session.
Jun 07
2022
1:00PM
2:00PM
Webcasts
IFTA: Preparing for Quarterly Filing
You already know that IFTA and IRP reporting is complicated and time-consuming. Stop struggling and join our experts for an in-depth discussion on IFTA & IRP. We’ll cover the details and complexities of these highly regulated areas, including:
• Definitions & Specifics
• Program Updates
• Recordkeeping & Documentation Requirements
• Filing & Retention Requirements
• Audits, Assessments & Adjustments
• Trip Permits
• Supporting Documents
We’ll save the last 15 minutes to answer your questions. Register today and make your next quarterly report filing less painful and more accurate!
• Definitions & Specifics
• Program Updates
• Recordkeeping & Documentation Requirements
• Filing & Retention Requirements
• Audits, Assessments & Adjustments
• Trip Permits
• Supporting Documents
We’ll save the last 15 minutes to answer your questions. Register today and make your next quarterly report filing less painful and more accurate!
Jun 07
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Common FMLA Mistakes: Test Your Leave Knowledge
It's never been said that the FMLA is easy to administer. In many situations, an employer’s actions come down to good faith effort. From recognizing what constitutes an employee’s notice of the need for leave, through returning the employee to work, the provisions have ample opportunity for mistakes. And if you've made a mistake, you're not alone!
This webcast will review and test your knowledge of the most common FMLA mistakes through interactive chats. Our discussion will include:
• Common FMLA mistakes
• Top FMLA violations
• How to avoid such mistakes/violations
• A live q&a session
Join us and your FMLA colleagues as we discuss not only the issues, but possible solutions.
This webcast will review and test your knowledge of the most common FMLA mistakes through interactive chats. Our discussion will include:
• Common FMLA mistakes
• Top FMLA violations
• How to avoid such mistakes/violations
• A live q&a session
Join us and your FMLA colleagues as we discuss not only the issues, but possible solutions.
Jun 08
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Vehicle Legalization FAQs: From MCS-150 to IFTA and Beyond
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:
• 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.
• 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.
Jun 09
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
DOT Compliance Case Studies: Smart Solutions to Real Problems
Compliance with the FMCSA regulations is critical for reducing risk, which makes it an ongoing challenge for all fleets. Join us as two J. J. Keller experts share real-life examples of compliance struggles their clients have faced, how they overcame them, and how you can too.
These struggles include:
• Decentralized compliance policies & procedures
• Lack of a compliance program
• Inexperienced safety & compliance staff
• DOT recordkeeping errors
• Paper DQ filing system
• And more
We'll also be taking questions during our live Q&A session!
These struggles include:
• Decentralized compliance policies & procedures
• Lack of a compliance program
• Inexperienced safety & compliance staff
• DOT recordkeeping errors
• Paper DQ filing system
• And more
We'll also be taking questions during our live Q&A session!
Jun 12
Jun 15
2022
4:00PM
2:00PM
New Orleans, LA
Trade Show
SHRM22 Annual Conference & Expo
J. J. Keller will be exhibiting at the SHRM Annual Conference and Expo in New Orleans on June 12-15, 2022. Please stop by our booth #4650 to check out our latest safety & compliance solutions and register for a chance to win a free cooler or designer purse. We look forward to seeing you there!
Jun 14
2022
1:00PM
2:00PM
Webcasts
Virtual Webcast: CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse: Test Your Knowledge!
It's been over two years since the CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse launch, and most carriers and drivers have a working knowledge of how the database is used and works. But there are often situations that require a deeper understanding of the regulations.
This webcast looks at the Clearinghouse requirements and includes an engaging, interactive exercise. Attendees will be quizzed on their knowledge of the Clearinghouse using detailed, real-life scenarios.
Join us and see how your knowledge stacks up against your peers. Register today!
This webcast looks at the Clearinghouse requirements and includes an engaging, interactive exercise. Attendees will be quizzed on their knowledge of the Clearinghouse using detailed, real-life scenarios.
Join us and see how your knowledge stacks up against your peers. Register today!
Jun 15
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Preventing Fleet Manager Burnout — How to Beat the Stress
The life of a fleet manager keeps getting harder, but there are solutions that can help you take control. Join our experts for meaningful tips that will make you more efficient and less stressed, including how to:
• Prioritize your workload, so your efforts move the needle,
• Shine a light on the best applicants and get them on the road faster,
• Uncover the drivers who create unnecessary risk, and
• Stay up to date with the DOT.
Let's face it. Your struggles are very different from traditional management jobs. Managing a mobile workforce and keeping up with evolving work conditions is challenging. Join us for solutions to help you get back to loving what you do.
• Prioritize your workload, so your efforts move the needle,
• Shine a light on the best applicants and get them on the road faster,
• Uncover the drivers who create unnecessary risk, and
• Stay up to date with the DOT.
Let's face it. Your struggles are very different from traditional management jobs. Managing a mobile workforce and keeping up with evolving work conditions is challenging. Join us for solutions to help you get back to loving what you do.
Jun 16
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Hazmat Regulation Changes: Understanding & Complying with Them
Every two years, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) harmonizes the U.S. Hazardous Materials Regulations with the International Dangerous Goods Regulations. HM-215P is PHMSA’s most recent harmonization rule.
This webcast will help you understand what changes are proposed to:
• The Hazardous Material Table
• Special provisions
• Lithium batteries
• And more
This one-hour, complimentary event will also include a live Q&A session.
This webcast will help you understand what changes are proposed to:
• The Hazardous Material Table
• Special provisions
• Lithium batteries
• And more
This one-hour, complimentary event will also include a live Q&A session.
Jun 21
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Are You Meeting OSHA's First Aid Requirements?
A workplace first-aid program is part of a comprehensive safety and health management system. OSHA's requirements for employers to provide access to first aid and emergency medical care seem straight forward, but as always, the problems are with details.
In this webcast we'll answer:
• What type of first aid supplies and in what quantities are required?
• Must you have trained employees on site, or can you rely upon outside emergency medical help?
• Must you have an AED available, and if so, what are the requirements?
• And other top FAQs!
A questions and answer session will follow the webcast.
In this webcast we'll answer:
• What type of first aid supplies and in what quantities are required?
• Must you have trained employees on site, or can you rely upon outside emergency medical help?
• Must you have an AED available, and if so, what are the requirements?
• And other top FAQs!
A questions and answer session will follow the webcast.
Jun 22
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Improving Retention and Reducing Risk — The Coaching / Dashcam Connection
Join us for an engaging webcast on how you can reduce your risk of litigation and improve retention by maximizing the benefits of dash cam-driven coaching and training. We’ll discuss:
• The coaching / dash cam connection to driver retention & risk
• Benefits of dash cam-driven coaching and training,
• The essential elements of a dash cam program, and
• Tips to Increase driver buy-in and union considerations.
With an increase in Judgements against carriers and a severe driver shortage, dash cam-driven coaching and training are not a nicety; they are a necessity. Register today and bring your questions.
• The coaching / dash cam connection to driver retention & risk
• Benefits of dash cam-driven coaching and training,
• The essential elements of a dash cam program, and
• Tips to Increase driver buy-in and union considerations.
With an increase in Judgements against carriers and a severe driver shortage, dash cam-driven coaching and training are not a nicety; they are a necessity. Register today and bring your questions.
Jun 23
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Fleet Maintenance: Compliance Requirements Behind the Nuts and Bolts
When you make your living with commercial motor vehicles, it's important to ensure they are well-maintained. And when people's safety is dependent on the condition of your vehicles, it's even more important that you have an effective program for maintaining them.
In this webcast, we will look at:
• Regulatory requirements
o vehicle
o inspection, maintenance, and repair
o developing an effective maintenance program
• Recordkeeping requirements
• Driver inspections
• Staying off the FMCSA's radar
This complimentary webcast will include a live Q&A session!
In this webcast, we will look at:
• Regulatory requirements
o vehicle
o inspection, maintenance, and repair
o developing an effective maintenance program
• Recordkeeping requirements
• Driver inspections
• Staying off the FMCSA's radar
This complimentary webcast will include a live Q&A session!
Jun 29
2022
10:00AM
11:00AM
Webcasts
Stress-Free Roadside Inspections & Audits
Roadside inspections and audits can be a high-stress, confusing experience. Adding to the confusion is that there is a direct connection between inspections and audits that’s often not clearly understood. But both events can be made a lot less stressful with the proper knowledge and preparation.
This webcast will provide you with knowledge and insights you can share with your drivers and internal personnel to help reduce their stress and clear up the confusion around roadside inspections and audits. You can also have your questions answered during our Q&A session!
This webcast will provide you with knowledge and insights you can share with your drivers and internal personnel to help reduce their stress and clear up the confusion around roadside inspections and audits. You can also have your questions answered during our Q&A session!
Available through:
Jun 02
2022
On-demand
Understanding and Improving Your CSA Scores
Your Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) scores provide the FMCSA, your insurance company and potentially even plaintiffs with an insider’s view of your operation. During this webcast, you’ll learn:
• The Behavior Analysis Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs) that make up CSA
• How your scores in each BASIC are calculated
• What your scores reveal about your fleet’s safety & compliance performance
• The consequences of bad CSA scores
• How your actions can positively influence your scores
We'll also feature a private fleet that has been successful at controlling its CSA scores and what you can learn from them. And you can have your questions answered during our live Q&A session!
• The Behavior Analysis Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs) that make up CSA
• How your scores in each BASIC are calculated
• What your scores reveal about your fleet’s safety & compliance performance
• The consequences of bad CSA scores
• How your actions can positively influence your scores
We'll also feature a private fleet that has been successful at controlling its CSA scores and what you can learn from them. And you can have your questions answered during our live Q&A session!
Available through:
May 26
2022
On-demand
Avoiding a DOT Audit: Ways to Stay Off the Enforcement Radar
Preparing for a DOT audit seems like a great plan, but it's like calling an attorney after you need one. It's better to stay off the radar in the first place by avoiding situations that are likely to trigger an audit.
Join us for an informative webcast with our subject-matter experts to learn:
• The difference between an audit and a compliance review
• The 6 Factors of a review
• If a violation is “acute” or “critical”
• How to use the Safety Management Cycle to stay compliant
This complimentary event will include a live Q & A session.
Join us for an informative webcast with our subject-matter experts to learn:
• The difference between an audit and a compliance review
• The 6 Factors of a review
• If a violation is “acute” or “critical”
• How to use the Safety Management Cycle to stay compliant
This complimentary event will include a live Q & A session.
Available through:
Jun 02
2022
On-demand
Construction Compliance Confusion! Top 5 Misunderstood Topics Explained
Many of the construction industry’s regulations can be confusing to understand — and to comply with. This webcast will clarify the five most misunderstood regulatory topics and explain what construction companies need to know to stay in compliance.
Presented by J. J. Keller’s Sr. EHS Editor Mark Stromme and Sr. Safety Consultant Laura Casey, who has years of onsite experience, this webcast will cover:
• Multi-employer worksites
• Falls
• Excavations
• Lifting devices
• Environmental considerations
You'll also have time to have your questions answered during our live Q&A session!
Presented by J. J. Keller’s Sr. EHS Editor Mark Stromme and Sr. Safety Consultant Laura Casey, who has years of onsite experience, this webcast will cover:
• Multi-employer worksites
• Falls
• Excavations
• Lifting devices
• Environmental considerations
You'll also have time to have your questions answered during our live Q&A session!
Available through:
May 26
2022
On-Demand
On-demand
Virtual Event! Surviving a DOT Audit – From Onsite to Offsite
If you were selected for a DOT audit today, are you confident that your Safety Management Controls would hold up during an investigation?
Attend this complimentary DOT Virtual event on “Surviving a DOT Audit – From Onsite to Offsite” where you’ll learn how focused investigations have outnumbered the traditional compliance reviews. Since the outbreak of COVID-19, there have been twice as many offsite reviews than onsite. With an increased likelihood of being investigated, it's critical that fleets understand the FMCSA audit factors.
Gain Expert Insights*: This interactive event delivered virtually by J. J. Keller® transportation experts will cover critical audit guidance on:
• The latest trends on DOT reviews
• Regulations and requirements
• The Six Factors of a DOT audit
• Investigation scoring methods
• Common violations to avoid
Attend this complimentary DOT Virtual event on “Surviving a DOT Audit – From Onsite to Offsite” where you’ll learn how focused investigations have outnumbered the traditional compliance reviews. Since the outbreak of COVID-19, there have been twice as many offsite reviews than onsite. With an increased likelihood of being investigated, it's critical that fleets understand the FMCSA audit factors.
Gain Expert Insights*: This interactive event delivered virtually by J. J. Keller® transportation experts will cover critical audit guidance on:
• The latest trends on DOT reviews
• Regulations and requirements
• The Six Factors of a DOT audit
• Investigation scoring methods
• Common violations to avoid
Available through:
Jun 02
2022
On-demand
Virtual Event! Top Driver Qualification Misconceptions: Could you have unqualified drivers?
Having qualified drivers is the key to staying off FMCSA’s radar. If your driver is involved in a crash, compliant driver qualification (DQ) records become critical elements of your litigation defense. This webcast will dive into fleet managers’ top DQ misconceptions that can lead to unqualified commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers.
During this webcast, you’ll learn about:
• Top DQ misconceptions,
• Common recordkeeping errors,
• Risks and operational impact, plus
• Best practices to stay compliant.
Who Would Benefit from Attending?
Fleet professionals - like executives, directors & safety managers who want to take their fleet safety programs to the next level.
Don't miss this opportunity to interact with our live presenters virtually and gain valuable regulatory insights on keeping compliant DQ Files. A Q&A session will follow the webcast, so please share your questions!
During this webcast, you’ll learn about:
• Top DQ misconceptions,
• Common recordkeeping errors,
• Risks and operational impact, plus
• Best practices to stay compliant.
Who Would Benefit from Attending?
Fleet professionals - like executives, directors & safety managers who want to take their fleet safety programs to the next level.
Don't miss this opportunity to interact with our live presenters virtually and gain valuable regulatory insights on keeping compliant DQ Files. A Q&A session will follow the webcast, so please share your questions!
Available through:
May 26
2022
On-demand
How to Train Safer, Smarter Drivers
Join us for a discussion on the requirements and best practices surrounding driver training, including:
• How to put together an ongoing training program for both new and experienced drivers.
• The new entry-level driver training (ELDT) requirements that went into effect February 7, 2022.
• An introduction to corrective action training and how you can apply this type of instruction to your operation.
• Ways to customize your training program to meet your drivers’ and operation’s needs.
Do you have questions on this topic? If so, please bring them. You will also be able to ask questions during the webcast.
• How to put together an ongoing training program for both new and experienced drivers.
• The new entry-level driver training (ELDT) requirements that went into effect February 7, 2022.
• An introduction to corrective action training and how you can apply this type of instruction to your operation.
• Ways to customize your training program to meet your drivers’ and operation’s needs.
Do you have questions on this topic? If so, please bring them. You will also be able to ask questions during the webcast.
Available through:
May 26
2022
On-demand
Virtual Event! Just The Facts: Uncovering the Truth Behind Common OSHA Compliance Mistakes
Attend this complimentary virtual event to learn how to avoid some of OSHA's most common compliance mistakes.
Interact with our live presenters virtually in this engaging presentation where we’ll examine more than two dozen cases of compliance misconceptions and reveal the facts on the regulations using real-life questions from our customers!
Gain Expert Insights:
We’ll explore key regulatory requirements and expose the truth on common OSHA misconceptions on topics including:
• Fall protection guidance for edges, stairs and ladders
• Forklift operator training and evaluation
• Lockout tagout and machine guarding mistakes
• Hazard communication insights
• Injury and illness recordkeeping myths
Interact with our live presenters virtually in this engaging presentation where we’ll examine more than two dozen cases of compliance misconceptions and reveal the facts on the regulations using real-life questions from our customers!
Gain Expert Insights:
We’ll explore key regulatory requirements and expose the truth on common OSHA misconceptions on topics including:
• Fall protection guidance for edges, stairs and ladders
• Forklift operator training and evaluation
• Lockout tagout and machine guarding mistakes
• Hazard communication insights
• Injury and illness recordkeeping myths
About J. J. Keller Events
Webinars
Featuring knowledgeable compliance experts, J. J. Keller’s free webinars provide in-depth analysis and explanation of current regulatory requirements and proven best practices. Online webinars are available live and on-demand. Live webinars include Q&A sessions.
Seminars
To help companies better understand complex regulations, J. J. Keller hosts complimentary educational events across the United States. These in-person events give attendees the unique opportunity to speak with our subject-matter experts and hear about real-life best practices from their peers.
Trade Shows
J. J. Keller actively participates in a wide range of industry-leading trade shows. Visit us to learn about our latest safety and compliance solutions!