Community Calendar https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/event_list.asp Mon, 5 Feb 2024 18:42:20 GMT Wed, 27 Nov 2024 14:00:00 GMT Copyright © 2024 North American Transportation Management Institute (NATMI) Safety Certification Program - Little Rock, AR - 602-402 - VIRTUAL https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792826 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792826

 

Hosted by:  Arkansas Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - February 12-13, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - February 14-15, 2024

Certification Exam - February 16, 2024

 

VIRTUAL ONLY

 

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course only $480 members / $580 Non-members

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course only $480 members / $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members / $1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 


 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.   The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

   

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Mon, 12 Feb 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Certified Driver Trainer Program - Little Rock, AR - 731 - VIRTUAL ONLY https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792878 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792878

 

Arkansas Trucking Association
Presents:

NATMI Certified Driver Trainer Program


 

Courses Held on May 15-16, 2024

Exam held on May 17, 2024
  Little Rock, AR

 

VIRTUAL ONLY

Want to become certified?

 

The course below is applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited Certified Driver Trainer (CDT) program.  Taking the course is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CDT

On your own prior to courses:


Course requirement:

Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers

Certification Exam:

Certification examination taken immediately following course

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

Standard fee
$900 for full certification program

 

 

Essential Instructional Skills course by itself is $480 for members/$580 for non-members

 


Instructional Skills Course Benefits:

1.       Understand the four-step teaching/learning process.

2.       Understand how adults learn so that you can provide the most effective training delivery.

3.       Learn how to develop effective lesson plans.

4.       Learn the characteristics of a good instructor and how to incorporate them into your own teaching.

5.       Learn how to effectively prepare for a presentation.

6.       Identify and develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic speaker and effective educator.

7.       Teach your own lesson and receive a supportive and constructive evaluation of your presentation.

8.       Learn to develop and conduct in-house training programs, as well as effective on-the-job training.

9.       Integrate the skills developed in this course with your daily supervision responsibilities.

 

Course Description

This train-the-trainer course is for professionals responsible for the development and implementation of professional driver training programs. Students learn teaching skills and their practical application. In addition, students will have the opportunity to present their own lesson plans with critique following.   The following topics are covered:

 


·          The Instructional Process - Phases of the teaching-learning process.

·          Principles of Learning - Effective training based upon motivation, participation, knowledge of results and reinforcement.

·          How to Prepare Performance Objectives - Determining desired results for specific learning experiences.

·          Teaching Assignments & Instructor Demonstration - Teaching topics for class presentation; instructor demonstration of a teaching topic.

·          Evaluation of Training Effectiveness - How to analyze performance.

·          Lesson Plans - Components; development; importance.

·          Instructional Techniques - Selecting and using instructional techniques and aids.

·          The Role of the Trainer - Tools for efficient administration.

·          Practice Teaching - Presenting your own lesson & critique.

·          Organization of an Effective Training Program - Developing the company-training program; how to evaluate results.


 


Job Experience Required: 2 years in training field


 

Cancellations: Registration fees for cancellations received 30 days or more prior to a course can be refunded, less a $50 fee. Cancellations received less than 30 days but more than 7 business days prior can be refunded, less a $75 fee. No refunds will be provided for cancellations received 7 or fewer business days prior. Full payment can be transferred to future seminars if the cancellation was made prior to course. While NATMI makes its best attempt to hold all scheduled courses, occasionally cancellation or postponement is necessary. In such cases, NATMI cannot be responsible for nonrecoverable prepaid travel expenses or fees incurred by a student. Please check course status with NATMI before purchasing airline tickets, etc.

 

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Wed, 21 Feb 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Joliet, IL 635-435 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1796276 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1796276

Illinois Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - March 4-5, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - March 6-7, 2024

Certification Exam - March 8, 2024
Joliet, IL

 

Please contact Linda Blisset at 217-789-6017 to register

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

  Lodging:

Contact ITA @ (217) 789-6017

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Mon, 4 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Jackson, MS 676-476 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1787057 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1787057

Mississippi Truck Association
Present:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - March 4-5, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - March 6-7, 2024

Certification Exam - March 8, 2024
Jackson, MS

 

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

 

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.   The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

  


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Mon, 4 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Columbia, MD 650-450 - HYBRID COURSE https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798306 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798306

Maryland Motor Truck Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification - HYBRID COURSE

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - March 4-5, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - March 6-7, 2024

Certification Exam - March 8, 2024
Columbia, MD

 

 

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

Full Certification Program:  $1,195 members / $1,295 nonmembers (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

 

LODGING:

Please contact MMTA for recommendations - (410) 644-4600

 

 

For more information please contact NATMI at 303-952-4013

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Mon, 4 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Accident Prevention, Investigation & Management - Little Rock, AR 203 - VIRTUAL ONLY https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792905 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792905

Arkansas Trucking Association

Presents

NATMI Accident Prevention, Investigation & Management

March 6, 2024
Little Rock, AR

 

VIRTUAL ONLY


Course Objectives:

1.  Prevent / reduce accidents

2.  Manage police and media interactions

3.  Manage accident investigations effectively:

              -documentation and evidence collection

              -interviewing witnesses

4.  Reduce accident-related costs

 

Course Description:

 

Introduction and definitions: Learn the three categories of accidents, three levels of accident investigation, and basic accident definitions.

 

Accident prevention and management: Accident prevention begins with the driver during the first stages of hiring.  Explore procedures for interviewing, screening, and conducting background checks on driver applicants; driver incentive programs, disciplinary policies and procedures; fatigue and hours of service regulations; company training programs; as well as the role of fleet maintenance in accident prevention.

 

Managing the police and media:  Understand the need to develop relationships with law enforcement organizations, as well as the benefits of a good media relations policy.

 

Reading and interpreting police accident reports: All states have an accident report form, but very few if any have the identical reporting procedures. Investigate and understand the coding and notations on accident reports. 

 

Data collection at the accident scene:  Develop necessary tools to utilize based on the depth of the investigation required; recording evidence and identifying primary vs. secondary evidence; proper photographic documentation of the scene.

 

Locating and interviewing witnesses: Learn basic questions to ask all witnesses and occupants of involved vehicles and to utilize an accident reporting kit.

 

Speed estimates:  Determine vehicle speed from tire marks, critical speeds of curves, combined speeds, skip and gap skids, drag factors, and test skid procedures.

                                                                                                         

Cost:

Members:  $300          Nonmembers:  $360


 

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Wed, 6 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT
NATMI-TMC CSME and CDME Certification - New Orleans, LA 301 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1791374 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1791374

 

 

NATMI & the ATA Technology and Maintenance Council CSME and CDME Certification

Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management - March 7-8, 2024

             Certification Exam held 8am - 1pm on March 9, 2024
New Orleans, LA

 

 

Held in conjunction with the ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition


Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified:

- Certified Director of Maintenance/Equipment (CDM/E): 5 Years in fleet maintenance management

- Certified Supervisor of Maintenance/Equipment (CSM/E)
: 2 Years in fleet maintenance profession


NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CDM/E and CSM/E

On your own prior to courses:


Course requirement: CSME & CDM/E

Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam



Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program

(includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 - CDM/E or CSM/E certification

Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management Course Only:  $880 members / $1080 Non-members



Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 


 

Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Day 1 benefits:

1.        Learn why computers save money but don't always reduce labor costs;

2.        Learn to schedule work effectively;

3.        Discover the common pitfalls of computer software;

4.        Develop supervision skills to motivate mechanics;

5.        Find out what "ground work" needs to be done before a shop goes "on-line";

6.        Learn essential preventive maintenance skills;

7.        Learn how to deal with upper management effectively;

8.        Find out how to train mechanics on nearly anything without spending a fortune;

9.        Learn how to present effective meetings and programs; and

10.     Understand the maze of state and federal rules that cover maintenance operations.

 

Course Description

The program covers topics essential to effective management and administration of motor fleet maintenance operations.  Students learn how to cut costs through efficient use of personnel, equipment, and technology, while complying with the maze of State and Federal regulations governing maintenance operations.

 

·          Shop Equipment: equipping for shop safety and compliance and the environment; special tools and equipment.

·          Maintenance Shopwork Planning and Scheduling: shop administration; improving maintenance cost control.

·          Preventive Maintenance: administering a preventive maintenance (PM) program; how program is monitored, enforced, revised; related factors in setting up a PM program.

·          The Functions of Management: the maintenance/equipment manager; the framework of management; running successful shop meetings; quality management systems.

·          Maintenance Budgeting: tracking costs; calculating Cost Per Mile and Revenue Per Mile; developing a budget.

·          Computers in Maintenance: why, how and what to computerize; steps in choosing the ideal system; organizing your information management system. 

·          Federal Regulations Applicable to Maintenance Shops: OSHA, EPA, HazMat, Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program, compliance and training programs.

·          Labor and Industrial Relations: overview; collective bargaining sessions; management procedures that can reduce grievance rates; strategic involvement.

·          Training: The supervisor's role in training; principles of adult learning; effective on-the-job training.



Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Day 2 benefits:

1.        Discover the tools available to spec' equipment in the computer age;

2.        Develop a systematic method to evaluate new products;

3.        Find out how to maximize warranty recovery;

4.        Learn how to cost out new equipment, and develop ROI numbers;

5.        Learn to speak the CFO's language;

6.        Learn the technical characteristics of alternative fuels;

7.        Discover the common pitfalls in laying out a new shop;

8.        Learn how to replace components just before they break;

9.        Ascertain what it takes to move from one generation of computerization to the next; and

10.    Learn how to audit to find out where you are in relation to your department's goals.

 

Course Description

You'll learn how to effectively spec' vehicles, purchase wisely, negotiate warranty and best select suppliers and manufacturers.  You'll gain an in-depth knowledge of today's computerized management systems.  You'll learn how to reduce costs through predictive maintenance, and how to properly analyze failures when they occur - and more.

 

·          Vehicle Specifications: Developing vehicle specifications; evaluating component choices; using mission simulations to predict performance.

·          Purchasing: selecting vendors, negotiating terms; evaluating parts quality and warranty.

·          Warranty: vehicle warranties, extended coverages; federally required coverage; policy adjustments; negotiation.

·          Computerized Management Systems: Identifying needs and wants; evaluating software and hardware choices.

·          Advanced Budgeting and Financial Statements: Writing budgets;  cost justification;  communicating with the finance department.

·          Failure Analysis and Predictive Maintenance: Develop your own predictive maintenance program and prevent recurrent repairs through failure analysis.

·          Shop Layout and Design: Planning new facilities and expansions; designing your shop for safety and the environment.

·          Diesel and Alternative Fuels: A look at the pros and cons of currently developing alternatives to diesel power.

·          Shop Audits: Evaluating all aspects of the maintenance program.


Lodging:

 




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Thu, 7 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Certified Driver Trainer Program - Caledonia, ON 745 - HYBRID https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1738196 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1738196  

 

KRTS
Presents

NATMI Certified Driver Trainer Program

March 19-20, 2024

Examination on March 20 following the course

HYBRID
Caledonia, ON N3W 1B8 

 

TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL:  1-800-771-8171 ext. 205

Want to become certified?

The course below is applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited Certified Driver Trainer (CDT) program.  Taking the course is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.


How to Become Certified

Job Experience Required: 2 years in driver training

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CDT

On your own prior to courses:

Review certification kit

Course requirement:

Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers

Certification Exam:

Certification examination taken immediately following course

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application within 60 days of classroom training and exam

Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

Registration: 

 


 

Instructional Skills Course Benefits:

1.       Understand the four-step teaching/learning process.

2.       Understand how adults learn so that you can provide the most effective training delivery.

3.       Learn how to develop effective lesson plans.

4.       Learn the characteristics of a good instructor and how to incorporate them into your own teaching.

5.       Learn how to effectively prepare for a presentation.

6.       Identify and develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic speaker and effective educator.

7.       Teach your own lesson and receive a supportive and constructive evaluation of your presentation.

8.       Learn to develop and conduct in-house training programs, as well as effective on-the-job training.

9.       Integrate the skills developed in this course with your daily supervision responsibilities.

 

Course Description

This train-the-trainer course is for professionals responsible for the development and implementation of professional driver training programs. Students learn teaching skills and their practical application.  In addition, students will have the opportunity to present their own lesson plans with critique following.   The following topics are covered:

 

·          The Instructional Process - Phases of the teaching-learning process.

·          Principles of Learning - Effective training based upon motivation, participation, knowledge of results and reinforcement.

·          How to Prepare Performance Objectives - Determining desired results for specific learning experiences.

·          Teaching Assignments & Instructor Demonstration - Teaching topics for class presentation; instructor demonstration of a teaching topic.

·          Evaluation of Training Effectiveness - How to analyze performance.

·          Lesson Plans - Components; development; importance.

·          Instructional Techniques - Selecting and using instructional techniques and aids.

·          The Role of the Trainer - Tools for efficient administration.

·          Practice Teaching - Presenting your own lesson & critique.

·          Organization of an Effective Training Program - Developing the company-training program; how to evaluate results.

 

 

 

 

 



 

 


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Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Safety & DOT Compliance Series - Little Rock, AR 861 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792805 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792805

Arkansas Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI Safety & DOT Compliance

 

March 27-28, 2024
Little Rock, AR

 

 

 

 

The Safety & DOT Compliance series is three seminars held back-to-back. Attend one, two or all three.

Day 1 (All Day):

DOT Compliance & Safety:

This seminar focuses on driver qualifications, safety fitness and safety ratings, roadside inspection, CDL requirements, and driver physicals. Master the safety compliance skills necessary to survive a DOT safety audit.

Day 2 Morning:

 

Hours of Service & Driver Logs: This hands-on interactive seminar provides training on the federal hours of service regulations and the proper use of driver logs. You'll participate in a driver log review and learn to identify inaccurate entries.

 

Day 2 Afternoon:

 

Controlled Substances and Alcohol Mandatory Training:  This seminar completes the DOT’s mandatory supervisor training requirements for Alcohol and Controlled substances.  Plus, you’ll review the critical parts of the DOT regulations on Alcohol and Drug testing (Part 382 and Part 40).

 

Costs:

Members - $305.00 / Nonmembers - $365.00

Safety and DOT Compliance Day 1 only:  Members - $180.00 / Nonmembers - $200.00

Hours of Service only:  Members - $90.00 / Nonmembers - $110.00

Drug & Alcohol only:  Members - $90.00 / Nonmembers - $110.00



 

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Wed, 27 Mar 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Louisville, KY 636-436 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1788386 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1788386

Kentucky Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - April 8-9, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - April 10-11, 2024

Certification Exam - April 12, 2024
Louisville, KY

 

Please Register Early, Maximum 15 Seats Available

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam. Exhibit is submitted through the NATMI website.


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.   The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

Lodging:

 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville East
1520 Alliant Ave, Louisville, KY 40299(502) 240-0035

For more information please contact NATMI at 303-952-4013



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Mon, 8 Apr 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Innovative Driver Retention Strategies - Little Rock, AR 807 - VIRTUAL ONLY https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792901 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792901

Arkansas Trucking Association

Presents

NATMI Innovative Driver Retention Strategies

April 9, 2024
Little Rock, AR

 

VIRTUAL ONLY




Course Benefits:

 

1.     Deal with problems between drivers, dispatchers and other operations personnel
2.     Develop effective methods to recruit, hire and train drivers
3.     Design and use a driver profile evaluation
4.     Write and administer a formal driver exit interview
5.     Develop a system of communication that will greatly enhance your driver/management relationships
6.     Use skills to build a trusting team-oriented relationship with drivers
7.     Identify and innovate regarding the use of positive reinforcement, recognition and incentives in order to improve         driver morale
8.     Apply several different strategies for effective recruiting and hiring of new drivers

 

Course Description

 

The primary purpose of this seminar is to provide the participant with an understanding of realistic strategies for recruiting, hiring and training drivers. You’ll develop a real-world understanding of the driver personality and be able to “dialogue” with all driver/management team members in order to develop more constructive relationships, which will lead to a reduction in driver turnover. In addition, this seminar provides hard core strategies for handling scheduling problems and improving interaction between drivers, dispatchers and other management personnel. 


Who should attend?

Those who manage drivers, are responsible for services to drivers, train drivers or have on-going connections with drivers, be it in person or through telecommunications. Anyone involved in dealing with employee and/or owner-operator drivers including:

1.     Dispatch and terminal managers
2.     Human resources officers
3.     Training managers
4.     Safety managers                                                                                     

 

Cost:

 

Members - $300.00 / Nonmembers - $365.00

 

 

 

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Tue, 9 Apr 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Caledonia, ON 638-438-HYBRID https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798276 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798276

KRTS


Presents

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - April 22-23, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - April 24-25, 2024
Certification Exam - April 26, 2024

 

39 Argyle Street North
Caledonia, ON N3W 1B8

 

TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL:  1-800-771-8171 ext. 205


HYBRID

 

Please Register Early, Limited Seats Available

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.       Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.       Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.       Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.       Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.       Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.       Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.       Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

 

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Mon, 22 Apr 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Fleet Accident Investigation - Mississauga, ON 240 - HYBRID COURSE https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1791367 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1791367

Northbridge Insurance

Presents

NATMI Fleet Accident Investigation

May 6-7, 2024
Mississauga, ON

 Hybrid Course

 

Limited Registrations Available

To Register, Please Email Miranda Hood at:  miranda.hood@riskservices.ca




Course Benefits:

 

1.       Interpret information from a thorough investigation;

2.       Establish policies and procedures protecting the company from liability, personnel and public relations issues;

3.       Improve communications skills used for interviewing;

4.       Recognize the causes of accidents and develop effective training to address those issues;

5.       Learn to recognize important information and record it;

6.       Evaluate damage to vehicles and objects involved in crashes;

7.       Accurately review reports from law enforcement and insurance agencies for liability issues;

8.       Learn how to take usable photographs of accident sites;

9.       Learn to determine speed from on- and off-road tire marks;

10.    Gain the technical ability and confidence to investigate accidents through education and experience.

 

Course Description

 

Control costs through a complete and thorough vehicle accident investigation.  Develop skills in loss prevention, data collection and analysis.  This course covers:

 

·    Accident Management - Setting policy and procedures to be followed within the organization; driver conduct and actions at the scene; and the supervisor's role.

·    Cause and Chain of Events of Accidents - When and where did the accident begin; the multiple causes of accidents and driving tactics.

·    The Role of Photography in Documentation - Procedures for gathering useful photographs.

·    Roadway Evidence – Skid marks, metal scars, and damage to objects along the path of the vehicles and how they assist in determination of speeds and directions.

·    Vehicle Damage - Contact, induced and other damage present and how to determine what may have caused each.

·    Determining Speeds - How to determine the speed of vehicle from tire marks, critical speeds of curves, combined speeds, skip and gap skids, drag factors of roadways and other surfaces, and test skid procedures.

·    Recording Information - Gathering measurements and creating field sketches, which will be used as part of the investigative process.

                                                                                                         

Costs:

 

 

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Mon, 6 May 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Private Onsite-Sentry Insurance-652-452 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1801190 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1801190

Sentry Insurance
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - May 6-7, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - May 8-9, 2024

Certification Exam - May 10, 2024
Stevens Point, WI

 


Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$995.00 (4 days of classroom training)



Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

For more information please contact NATMI at 303-952-4013

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Mon, 6 May 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Certified Driver Trainer Program - Northbridge Ins - Mississauga, ON 733 - HYBRID COURSE https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1780451 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1780451  

 

Northbridge Insurance
Presents

NATMI Certified Driver Trainer Program

May 8-10, 2024

Examination on May 10


HYBRID COURSE

 

Limited Registrations Available

To Register, Please Email Miranda Hood at:  miranda.hood@riskservices.ca



Want to become certified?

The course below is applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited Certified Driver Trainer (CDT) program.  Taking the course is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.


How to Become Certified

Job Experience Required: 2 years in driver training

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CDT

On your own prior to courses:

Review certification kit

Course requirement:

Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers

Certification Exam:

Certification examination taken immediately following course

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application within 60 days of classroom training and exam

Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

Registration: 

 


 

Instructional Skills Course Benefits:

1.       Understand the four-step teaching/learning process.

2.       Understand how adults learn so that you can provide the most effective training delivery.

3.       Learn how to develop effective lesson plans.

4.       Learn the characteristics of a good instructor and how to incorporate them into your own teaching.

5.       Learn how to effectively prepare for a presentation.

6.       Identify and develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic speaker and effective educator.

7.       Teach your own lesson and receive a supportive and constructive evaluation of your presentation.

8.       Learn to develop and conduct in-house training programs, as well as effective on-the-job training.

9.       Integrate the skills developed in this course with your daily supervision responsibilities.

 

Course Description

This train-the-trainer course is for professionals responsible for the development and implementation of professional driver training programs. Students learn teaching skills and their practical application.  In addition, students will have the opportunity to present their own lesson plans with critique following.   The following topics are covered:

 

·          The Instructional Process - Phases of the teaching-learning process.

·          Principles of Learning - Effective training based upon motivation, participation, knowledge of results and reinforcement.

·          How to Prepare Performance Objectives - Determining desired results for specific learning experiences.

·          Teaching Assignments & Instructor Demonstration - Teaching topics for class presentation; instructor demonstration of a teaching topic.

·          Evaluation of Training Effectiveness - How to analyze performance.

·          Lesson Plans - Components; development; importance.

·          Instructional Techniques - Selecting and using instructional techniques and aids.

·          The Role of the Trainer - Tools for efficient administration.

·          Practice Teaching - Presenting your own lesson & critique.

·          Organization of an Effective Training Program - Developing the company-training program; how to evaluate results.

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

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Wed, 8 May 2024 14:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Oklahoma City, OK 640-440 - VIRTUAL ONLY https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798294 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798294

Oklahoma Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification - VIRTUAL COURSE

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - May 13-14, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - May 15-16, 2024

Certification Exam - May 17, 2024
Oklahoma City, OK

 

Please Register Early, Maximum 15 Seats Available

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs. Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     -Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit within 60 days of classroom training and exam. Certification exhibit is submitted online through the NATMI website.


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program(includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required(job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics  course benefits (2 Days classroom):

 

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.      Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.      Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.      Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.      Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.      Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.      Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.      Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.      Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it. Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation. Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs  course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

 

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.       Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.       Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.       Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.       Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.       Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.       Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.       Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description:  This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

For more information please contact NATMI at 303-952-4013



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Mon, 13 May 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Certified Driver Trainer Program - Little Rock, AR - 739 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792868 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792868

 

Arkansas Trucking Association
Presents:

NATMI Certified Driver Trainer Program


 

Courses Held on May 21-22, 2024

Exam held on May 23, 2024
  Little Rock, AR

Want to become certified?

 

The course below is applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited Certified Driver Trainer (CDT) program.  Taking the course is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CDT

On your own prior to courses:


Course requirement:

Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers

Certification Exam:

Certification examination taken immediately following course

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

Standard fee
$900 for full certification program

 

 

Essential Instructional Skills course by itself is $480 for members/$580 for non-members

 


Instructional Skills Course Benefits:

1.       Understand the four-step teaching/learning process.

2.       Understand how adults learn so that you can provide the most effective training delivery.

3.       Learn how to develop effective lesson plans.

4.       Learn the characteristics of a good instructor and how to incorporate them into your own teaching.

5.       Learn how to effectively prepare for a presentation.

6.       Identify and develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic speaker and effective educator.

7.       Teach your own lesson and receive a supportive and constructive evaluation of your presentation.

8.       Learn to develop and conduct in-house training programs, as well as effective on-the-job training.

9.       Integrate the skills developed in this course with your daily supervision responsibilities.

 

Course Description

This train-the-trainer course is for professionals responsible for the development and implementation of professional driver training programs. Students learn teaching skills and their practical application. In addition, students will have the opportunity to present their own lesson plans with critique following.   The following topics are covered:

 


·          The Instructional Process - Phases of the teaching-learning process.

·          Principles of Learning - Effective training based upon motivation, participation, knowledge of results and reinforcement.

·          How to Prepare Performance Objectives - Determining desired results for specific learning experiences.

·          Teaching Assignments & Instructor Demonstration - Teaching topics for class presentation; instructor demonstration of a teaching topic.

·          Evaluation of Training Effectiveness - How to analyze performance.

·          Lesson Plans - Components; development; importance.

·          Instructional Techniques - Selecting and using instructional techniques and aids.

·          The Role of the Trainer - Tools for efficient administration.

·          Practice Teaching - Presenting your own lesson & critique.

·          Organization of an Effective Training Program - Developing the company-training program; how to evaluate results.


 


Job Experience Required: 2 years in training field


 

Cancellations: Registration fees for cancellations received 30 days or more prior to a course can be refunded, less a $50 fee. Cancellations received less than 30 days but more than 7 business days prior can be refunded, less a $75 fee. No refunds will be provided for cancellations received 7 or fewer business days prior. Full payment can be transferred to future seminars if the cancellation was made prior to course. While NATMI makes its best attempt to hold all scheduled courses, occasionally cancellation or postponement is necessary. In such cases, NATMI cannot be responsible for nonrecoverable prepaid travel expenses or fees incurred by a student. Please check course status with NATMI before purchasing airline tickets, etc.

 


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Tue, 21 May 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Certified Driver Trainer Program - Joliet, IL 741 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1796336 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1796336

 

 Illinois Trucking Association

Presents:
NATMI Certified Driver Trainer Program

 

Courses Held on June 19-20, 2024

Exam held on June 20, 2024
 Joliet, IL

 

 Please contact Linda Blisset at 217-789-6017 to register

 

 


  Want to become certified?

 

The course below is applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited Certified Driver Trainer (CDT) program.  Taking the course is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CDT

On your own prior to courses:


Course requirement:

Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers

Certification Exam:

Certification examination taken immediately following course

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application within 60 days of classroom training and exam. Exhibit is submitted online through NATMI website.


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, and certification application fee):

Standard fee
$950 members / $1150 nonmembers for full certification program

 

 

Essential Instructional Skills course by itself is $580 for members / $680 for non-members

 


Instructional Skills Course Benefits:

1.       Understand the four-step teaching/learning process.

2.       Understand how adults learn so that you can provide the most effective training delivery.

3.       Learn how to develop effective lesson plans.

4.       Learn the characteristics of a good instructor and how to incorporate them into your own teaching.

5.       Learn how to effectively prepare for a presentation.

6.       Identify and develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic speaker and effective educator.

7.       Teach your own lesson and receive a supportive and constructive evaluation of your presentation.

8.       Learn to develop and conduct in-house training programs, as well as effective on-the-job training.

9.       Integrate the skills developed in this course with your daily supervision responsibilities.

 

Course Description

This train-the-trainer course is for professionals responsible for the development and implementation of professional driver training programs. Students learn teaching skills and their practical application.  In addition, students will have the opportunity to present their own lesson plans with critique following.   The following topics are covered:

 


·          The Instructional Process - Phases of the teaching-learning process.

·          Principles of Learning - Effective training based upon motivation, participation, knowledge of results and reinforcement.

·          How to Prepare Performance Objectives - Determining desired results for specific learning experiences.

·          Teaching Assignments & Instructor Demonstration - Teaching topics for class presentation; instructor demonstration of a teaching topic.

·          Evaluation of Training Effectiveness - How to analyze performance.

·          Lesson Plans - Components; development; importance.

·          Instructional Techniques - Selecting and using instructional techniques and aids.

·          The Role of the Trainer - Tools for efficient administration.

·          Practice Teaching - Presenting your own lesson & critique.

·          Organization of an Effective Training Program - Developing the company-training program; how to evaluate results.


 


Job Experience Required: 2 years in driver training


Lodging: Contact ITA at 217-789-6017

 

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Wed, 19 Jun 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Oklahoma City, OK 644-444 - VIRTUAL ONLY https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798296 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798296

Oklahoma Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification - VIRTUAL COURSE

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - July 15-16, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - July 17-18, 2024

Certification Exam - July 19, 2024
Oklahoma City, OK

 

Please Register Early, Maximum 15 Seats Available

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs. Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     -Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit within 60 days of classroom training and exam. Certification exhibit is submitted online through the NATMI website.


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program(includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required(job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics  course benefits (2 Days classroom):

 

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.      Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.      Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.      Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.      Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.      Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.      Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.      Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.      Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it. Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation. Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs  course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

 

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.       Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.       Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.       Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.       Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.       Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.       Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.       Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description:  This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

For more information please contact NATMI at 303-952-4013



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Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Little Rock, AR - 603-403 - VIRTUAL https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792838 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792838

 

Hosted by:  Arkansas Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - August 5-6, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - August 7-8, 2024

Certification Exam - August 9, 2024

 

VIRTUAL ONLY

 

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course only $480 members / $580 Non-members

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course only $480 members / $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members / $1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 


 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.   The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

   

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Mon, 5 Aug 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Fleet Accident Investigation - ATA - 206 - Virtual Program https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792906 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792906

Arkansas Trucking Association

Presents

NATMI Fleet Accident Investigation

August 14-15, 2024
Little Rock, AR

 

VIRTUAL ONLY


Course Benefits:

 

1.       Interpret information from a thorough investigation;

2.       Establish policies and procedures protecting the company from liability, personnel and public relations issues;

3.       Improve communications skills used for interviewing;

4.       Recognize the causes of accidents and develop effective training to address those issues;

5.       Learn to recognize important information and record it;

6.       Evaluate damage to vehicles and objects involved in crashes;

7.       Accurately review reports from law enforcement and insurance agencies for liability issues;

8.       Learn how to take usable photographs of accident sites;

9.       Learn to determine speed from on- and off-road tire marks;

10.    Gain the technical ability and confidence to investigate accidents through education and experience.

 

Course Description

 

Control costs through a complete and thorough vehicle accident investigation.  Develop skills in loss prevention, data collection and analysis.  This course covers:

 

·    Accident Management - Setting policy and procedures to be followed within the organization; driver conduct and actions at the scene; and the supervisor's role.

·    Cause and Chain of Events of Accidents - When and where did the accident begin; the multiple causes of accidents and driving tactics.

·    The Role of Photography in Documentation - Procedures for gathering useful photographs.

·    Roadway Evidence – Skid marks, metal scars, and damage to objects along the path of the vehicles and how they assist in determination of speeds and directions.

·    Vehicle Damage - Contact, induced and other damage present and how to determine what may have caused each.

·    Determining Speeds - How to determine the speed of vehicle from tire marks, critical speeds of curves, combined speeds, skip and gap skids, drag factors of roadways and other surfaces, and test skid procedures.

·    Recording Information - Gathering measurements and creating field sketches, which will be used as part of the investigative process.

                                                                                                         

Costs:

Members - $495.00 / Nonmembers - $595.00

 

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Wed, 14 Aug 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Denver, CO-654-454 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1801455 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1801455

Colorado Motor Carriers Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - August 19-20, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - August 21-22, 2024

Certification Exam - August 23, 2024
Denver, CO

 

 

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.   The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

 

 

For more information please contact NATMI at 303-952-4013



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Mon, 19 Aug 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Safety & DOT Compliance Series - Little Rock, AR 862 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792810 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792810

Arkansas Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI Safety & DOT Compliance

 

September 4-5, 2024
Little Rock, AR

 

 

 

 

The Safety & DOT Compliance series is three seminars held back-to-back. Attend one, two or all three.

Day 1 (All Day):

DOT Compliance & Safety:

This seminar focuses on driver qualifications, safety fitness and safety ratings, roadside inspection, CDL requirements, and driver physicals. Master the safety compliance skills necessary to survive a DOT safety audit.

Day 2 Morning:

 

Hours of Service & Driver Logs: This hands-on interactive seminar provides training on the federal hours of service regulations and the proper use of driver logs. You'll participate in a driver log review and learn to identify inaccurate entries.

 

Day 2 Afternoon:

 

Controlled Substances and Alcohol Mandatory Training:  This seminar completes the DOT’s mandatory supervisor training requirements for Alcohol and Controlled substances.  Plus, you’ll review the critical parts of the DOT regulations on Alcohol and Drug testing (Part 382 and Part 40).

 

Costs:

Members - $305.00 / Nonmembers - $365.00

Safety and DOT Compliance Day 1 only:  Members - $180.00 / Nonmembers - $200.00

Hours of Service only:  Members - $90.00 / Nonmembers - $110.00

Drug & Alcohol only:  Members - $90.00 / Nonmembers - $110.00



 

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Wed, 4 Sep 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Northbridge Ins - Mississauga, ON 675-475 -HYBRID COURSE https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1780457 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1780457

Northbridge Insurance
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - September 9-10, 2024

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - September 11-12, 2024

Certification Exam - September 13, 2024
Mississauga, ON

 

HYBRID COURSE

 

Limited Registrations Available

To Register, Please Email Miranda Hood at:  miranda.hood@riskservices.ca

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs. Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     -Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program(includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

 


Job Experience Required(job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics  course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.      Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.      Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.      Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.      Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.      Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.      Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.      Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.      Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it. Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation. Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs  course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.       Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.       Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.       Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.       Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.       Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.       Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.       Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description:This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul. Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

 




For more information please contact NATMI at 303-952-4013



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Mon, 9 Sep 2024 14:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Joliet, IL 637-437 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1796339 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1796339

Illinois Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - October 7-8, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - October 9-10, 2024

Certification Exam - October 11, 2024
Joliet, IL

 

Please contact Linda Blisset at 217-789-6017 to register

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.    If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.        Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.        Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.        Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.        Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.        Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.        Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.        Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.        Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

  Lodging:

Contact ITA @ (217) 789-6017

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Mon, 7 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Oklahoma City, OK 646-446 - VIRTUAL ONLY https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798299 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798299

Oklahoma Trucking Association
Presents:
 

 

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification - VIRTUAL COURSE

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - October 7-8, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - October 9-10, 2024

Certification Exam - October 11, 2024
Oklahoma City, OK

 

Please Register Early, Maximum 15 Seats Available

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs. Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     -Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit within 60 days of classroom training and exam. Certification exhibit is submitted online through the NATMI website.


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program(includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required(job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics  course benefits (2 Days classroom):

 

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.      Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.      Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.      Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.      Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.      Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.      Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.      Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.      Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it. Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation. Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs  course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

 

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.       Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.       Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.       Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.       Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.       Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.       Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.       Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description:  This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

For more information please contact NATMI at 303-952-4013



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Mon, 7 Oct 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Certified Driver Trainer Program - Caledonia, ON 746 - HYBRID https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798269 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798269  

 

KRTS
Presents

NATMI Certified Driver Trainer Program

October 9-10, 2024

Examination on October 10 following the course

HYBRID
Caledonia, ON N3W 1B8 

 

TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL:  1-800-771-8171 ext. 205

Want to become certified?

The course below is applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited Certified Driver Trainer (CDT) program.  Taking the course is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.


How to Become Certified

Job Experience Required: 2 years in driver training

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CDT

On your own prior to courses:

Review certification kit

Course requirement:

Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers

Certification Exam:

Certification examination taken immediately following course

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application within 60 days of classroom training and exam

Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

Registration: 

 


 

Instructional Skills Course Benefits:

1.       Understand the four-step teaching/learning process.

2.       Understand how adults learn so that you can provide the most effective training delivery.

3.       Learn how to develop effective lesson plans.

4.       Learn the characteristics of a good instructor and how to incorporate them into your own teaching.

5.       Learn how to effectively prepare for a presentation.

6.       Identify and develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic speaker and effective educator.

7.       Teach your own lesson and receive a supportive and constructive evaluation of your presentation.

8.       Learn to develop and conduct in-house training programs, as well as effective on-the-job training.

9.       Integrate the skills developed in this course with your daily supervision responsibilities.

 

Course Description

This train-the-trainer course is for professionals responsible for the development and implementation of professional driver training programs. Students learn teaching skills and their practical application.  In addition, students will have the opportunity to present their own lesson plans with critique following.   The following topics are covered:

 

·          The Instructional Process - Phases of the teaching-learning process.

·          Principles of Learning - Effective training based upon motivation, participation, knowledge of results and reinforcement.

·          How to Prepare Performance Objectives - Determining desired results for specific learning experiences.

·          Teaching Assignments & Instructor Demonstration - Teaching topics for class presentation; instructor demonstration of a teaching topic.

·          Evaluation of Training Effectiveness - How to analyze performance.

·          Lesson Plans - Components; development; importance.

·          Instructional Techniques - Selecting and using instructional techniques and aids.

·          The Role of the Trainer - Tools for efficient administration.

·          Practice Teaching - Presenting your own lesson & critique.

·          Organization of an Effective Training Program - Developing the company-training program; how to evaluate results.

 

 

 

 

 



 

 


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Wed, 9 Oct 2024 13:30:00 GMT
NATMI-TMC CSME and CDME Certification - Little Rock, AR - 330 - VIRTUAL COURSE https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792890 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1792890

VIRTUAL COURSE ONLY

Hosted by:  Arkansas Trucking Association


Presents: 

 

NATMI & the ATA Technology and Maintenance Council CSME and CDME Certification

Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management - October 23-24, 2024

             Certification Exam following EFMM Course October 25, 2024


Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified:

- Certified Director of Maintenance/Equipment (CDM/E): 5 Years in fleet maintenance management
- Certified Supervisor of Maintenance/Equipment (CSM/E)
: 2 Years in fleet maintenance profession

NATMI Certification Program Overview

Certification Category:

CDM/E and CSM/E

Job Experience Required:
5 years in fleet maintenance for the Certified Director of Maintenance/Equipment (CDM/E) designation
2 years for the Certified Supervisor of Maintenance/Equipment (CSM/E) designation
Job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training course only

Course requirement:

Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management

Exam:

Certification examination following the training courses

Online submission following the course:

Submit online certification application and background data within 60 days of classroom training and exam



Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program

(includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):


CDM/E or CSM/E certification:  $1,295

Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management Course Only:  $880 members / $1080 Non-members


  Essentials of Fleet Maintenance Management Course Description


This course is the only required course for the Certified Supervisor of Maintenance/Equipment (CSM/E) and the Certified Director of Maintenance/Equipment (CDM/E) designation.

The program covers topics essential to effective management and administration of fleet maintenance operations.  Students learn how to cut costs through efficient use of personnel, equipment, and technology, while complying with government regulations affecting maintenance operations.

Essentials of Fleet Maintenance benefits:

  • Learn to schedule work effectively;
  • Learn effective information management and use of computer technology in maintenance;
  • Develop supervision skills to motivate technicians;
  • Learn essential preventive maintenance skills;
  • Learn how to deal with upper management effectively;
  • Learn how to develop, track and evaluate training programs; 
  • Learn how to present effective meetings and programs; and 
  • Understand the regulations that cover maintenance operations

 

 

Day 1 Topics:

  • Introduction to Fleet Management: purpose and fundamentals of fleet maintenance management, the role of the fleet maintenance manager, and the skill sets and personality traits that help a manager succeed.

  • Maintenance and Repair Strategies: the main categories of maintenance, the benefits of planned maintenance, and legal requirements for maintaining vehicles; the three types of planned maintenance; unplanned repairs and failure analysis.

  • Maintenance Technology: Issues to consider when implementing fleet maintenance software in your shop.  Overview of Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards (VMRS) and asset codes.

  • Laws and Regs: regulations shop managers need to know, including key Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, as well as the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Out-of-Service Criteria.

  • Budgeting: developing a maintenance department budget, different categories of expenses, and determining cost-per-mile or cost-per-hour.

  • Human Resources: Hiring effectively, complying with labor laws, and evaluating and coaching for performance improvement.




Day 2 Topics:
  • Training: benefits of training, identifying training needs, implementing effective training programs, evaluating training quality, and tracking employee training progress.

  • Specifications and Purchasing: the process of determining what your fleet needs, then bidding out and purchasing the needed equipment.

  • Warranty: the importance of warrantees and how to make the most of them.

  • Shop Operations: maximizing staff operations, including staff and equipment utilization, productivity and performance management.

  • Shop Audits: the process of auditing your shop operations and practices.

  • Shop Design: important considerations for designing and building a fleet maintenance facility; shop design best practices; and fuel station planning.


 

 

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Wed, 23 Oct 2024 13:30:00 GMT
Safety Certification Program - Caledonia, ON 639-439-HYBRID https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798284 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1798284

KRTS


Presents

NATMI CSS & CDS Fleet Safety Certification

Motor Fleet Safety Basics - November 11-12, 2024
Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs - November 13-14, 2024
Certification Exam - November 15, 2024

 

39 Argyle Street North
Caledonia, ON N3W 1B8

 

TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL:  1-800-771-8171 ext. 205


HYBRID

 

Please Register Early, Limited Seats Available

 

Want to become certified?

The courses below are applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited certification programs.  Taking the courses is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.

How to Become Certified

     - Certified Director of Safety (CDS): 5 Years (or 4 years if you have a college degree) in fleet safety management
     - Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS)
: 2 Years in fleet safety profession

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CSS and CDS

On your own prior to courses:

Complete pre-reading 

Course requirement #1:

Motor Fleet Safety Basics (Classroom)

Course requirement #2:

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (Classroom)

Exam and Exhibit workshop:

Certification examination and Exhibit workshop on morning following the training courses

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application and exhibit binder within 60 days of classroom training and exam


Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

$1,295 (4 days of classroom training)

Courses taken by themselves are each $480 members or $580 Non-members

Both courses taken together $880 members /$1080 non-members


Job Experience Required (job experience only required for certification applicants - no prerequisite for attending the training):

 

Motor Fleet Safety Basics course benefits (2 Days classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Recognize the role of the safety supervisor in implementing quality fleet safety programs.

2.       Implement record keeping systems to meet DOT and OSHA regulatory requirements.

3.       Conduct basic on-site accident investigations and compile accident reports.

4.       Implement procedures to prevent employee injury and control workers’ compensation claims.

5.       Apply strategies to hire successfully.

6.       Identify and implement strategies to improve driver retention.

7.       Identify safety-related training needs and deliver effective safety training programs.

8.       Describe the benefits and requirements for becoming a NATMI certified safety professional.

 

Course Description: This  “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures. A training requirement for NATMI’s safety certification program, this course is designed for line-level safety supervisors, with the basic emphasis on what they need to do and when and how to do it.  Managers of small fleets and experienced safety professionals seeking a refresher on technical issues will find this course helpful as well.

 

You’ll gain technical knowledge taught within the context of the importance of safety and applying a quality management approach to safety program implementation.  Some pre-reading is also required. The following topics will be covered:

  • Objectives of a fleet safety program
  • Overview of NATMI certification for safety professionals
  • DOT/OSHA Record keeping issues and requirements
  • Reporting and documenting vehicle accidents
  • Employee injury control and prevention
  • Hiring the right people
  • Driver retention
  • Safety training
  • Implementing safety in your company

 

 

     

Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs course benefits (2 Days Classroom):

After this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Establish safety policy and procedures.

2.       Apply quality management principles and tools to safety management.

3.       Develop measurement standards and control systems for fleet safety.

4.       Analyze company records to quantify the Return on Investment of safety programs.

5.       Evaluate critical data in each technical program area covered in this course.

6.       Make recommendations to establish and continuously improve safety programs.

7.       Act as an advocate for safety in their company.

8.       Create a company safety culture and “sell” upper management on the safety philosophy.

 

Course Description: This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors and prospective safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program. Participants will be playing the role of a newly-hired safety director at a company in need of a safety overhaul.  Through case-based scenarios, learn how to “sell” safety to top management, foster a safety “culture” in the organization, demonstrate safety’s Return on Investment, and consistently improve the safety of company operations using quality management approaches.  The following topics will be covered:

 

  • How to become a Certified Director of Safety (CDS)
  • Safety is good business – demonstrating the effect of safe operation on profitability.
  • The quality management approach to safety programs: how to identify the root cause of company safety problems and establish systems for continuous improvement.
  • Employee injury/illness management programs: focusing on critical safe behaviors to prevent or reduce injuries; managing injury costs through early return to work programs.
  • Driver performance management: using quality tools to identify the root causes of Hours of Service violations and to analyze driver turnover.
  • Accident analysis and litigation: root cause analysis of accident trends; a case study in accident litigation.
  • Implementing safety: how to implement the concepts introduced in this course in your own company.

 

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Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Fleet Accident Investigation - Mississauga, ON 241 - HYBRID COURSE https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1791368 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1791368

Northbridge Insurance

Presents

NATMI Fleet Accident Investigation

November 25-26, 2024
Mississauga, ON

 Hybrid Course

 

Limited Registrations Available

To Register, Please Email Miranda Hood at:  miranda.hood@riskservices.ca




Course Benefits:

 

1.       Interpret information from a thorough investigation;

2.       Establish policies and procedures protecting the company from liability, personnel and public relations issues;

3.       Improve communications skills used for interviewing;

4.       Recognize the causes of accidents and develop effective training to address those issues;

5.       Learn to recognize important information and record it;

6.       Evaluate damage to vehicles and objects involved in crashes;

7.       Accurately review reports from law enforcement and insurance agencies for liability issues;

8.       Learn how to take usable photographs of accident sites;

9.       Learn to determine speed from on- and off-road tire marks;

10.    Gain the technical ability and confidence to investigate accidents through education and experience.

 

Course Description

 

Control costs through a complete and thorough vehicle accident investigation.  Develop skills in loss prevention, data collection and analysis.  This course covers:

 

·    Accident Management - Setting policy and procedures to be followed within the organization; driver conduct and actions at the scene; and the supervisor's role.

·    Cause and Chain of Events of Accidents - When and where did the accident begin; the multiple causes of accidents and driving tactics.

·    The Role of Photography in Documentation - Procedures for gathering useful photographs.

·    Roadway Evidence – Skid marks, metal scars, and damage to objects along the path of the vehicles and how they assist in determination of speeds and directions.

·    Vehicle Damage - Contact, induced and other damage present and how to determine what may have caused each.

·    Determining Speeds - How to determine the speed of vehicle from tire marks, critical speeds of curves, combined speeds, skip and gap skids, drag factors of roadways and other surfaces, and test skid procedures.

·    Recording Information - Gathering measurements and creating field sketches, which will be used as part of the investigative process.

                                                                                                         

Costs:

 

 

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Mon, 25 Nov 2024 13:00:00 GMT
Certified Driver Trainer Program - Northbridge Ins - Mississauga, ON 734 - HYBRID COURSE https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1780452 https://natmi.site-ym.com/events/eventdetails.aspx?id=1780452  

 

Northbridge Insurance
Presents

NATMI Certified Driver Trainer Program

November 27-28, 2024

Examination on November 29


HYBRID COURSE

 

Limited Registrations Available

To Register, Please Email Miranda Hood at:  miranda.hood@riskservices.ca



Want to become certified?

The course below is applicable toward NATMI’s nationally recognized, university accredited Certified Driver Trainer (CDT) program.  Taking the course is the first step toward earning a credential that will help you become a more competent professional, earn industry recognition and credibility in court testimony.   If you have the job experience, you can pay one lump sum that covers all fees for certification, and complete the process within a 60-day time frame – or less.


How to Become Certified

Job Experience Required: 2 years in driver training

NATMI Accelerated Certification School Format

Certification Category:

CDT

On your own prior to courses:

Review certification kit

Course requirement:

Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers

Certification Exam:

Certification examination taken immediately following course

On your own following courses:

Submit certification application within 60 days of classroom training and exam

Fees for Professional Certification Applicants:

All-inclusive tuition for Accelerated Certification School Program (includes both course fees, NATMI membership fee, certification kit and certification application fee):

Registration: 

 


 

Instructional Skills Course Benefits:

1.       Understand the four-step teaching/learning process.

2.       Understand how adults learn so that you can provide the most effective training delivery.

3.       Learn how to develop effective lesson plans.

4.       Learn the characteristics of a good instructor and how to incorporate them into your own teaching.

5.       Learn how to effectively prepare for a presentation.

6.       Identify and develop the skills necessary to become a dynamic speaker and effective educator.

7.       Teach your own lesson and receive a supportive and constructive evaluation of your presentation.

8.       Learn to develop and conduct in-house training programs, as well as effective on-the-job training.

9.       Integrate the skills developed in this course with your daily supervision responsibilities.

 

Course Description

This train-the-trainer course is for professionals responsible for the development and implementation of professional driver training programs. Students learn teaching skills and their practical application.  In addition, students will have the opportunity to present their own lesson plans with critique following.   The following topics are covered:

 

·          The Instructional Process - Phases of the teaching-learning process.

·          Principles of Learning - Effective training based upon motivation, participation, knowledge of results and reinforcement.

·          How to Prepare Performance Objectives - Determining desired results for specific learning experiences.

·          Teaching Assignments & Instructor Demonstration - Teaching topics for class presentation; instructor demonstration of a teaching topic.

·          Evaluation of Training Effectiveness - How to analyze performance.

·          Lesson Plans - Components; development; importance.

·          Instructional Techniques - Selecting and using instructional techniques and aids.

·          The Role of the Trainer - Tools for efficient administration.

·          Practice Teaching - Presenting your own lesson & critique.

·          Organization of an Effective Training Program - Developing the company-training program; how to evaluate results.

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

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