CMCA Event Calendar



CMCA Calendar

Nov
3
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – Nov 3
Nov 3 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.   $15 – Lunch (optional)

Topic: Regulations RoundTable

Speakers: FMCSA & CSP (Invited)

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Nov
8
Tue
Allied Meeting – Nov 8
Nov 8 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Nov
10
Thu
Annual DOT Inspection Seminar-Nov 10
Nov 10 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Elements of the DOT Annual Vehicle Inspection, taught by a former CO State Patrol Inspector. Learn how to correctly perform an Annual Vehicle Inspection and discover Appendix G.  Applicable for Safety Managers and mechanics.  Read More…

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Nov
16
Wed
Board Mtg. via ZOOM – Nov 16
Nov 16 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

All members welcome.

Nov
17
Thu
Western Slope Mtg – Nov 17 (via Zoom)
Nov 17 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am

This meeting will be help virtual via Zoom, but advance registration is required.  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Topic: Update on DOT Regulations
Speaker: Ryan Byers, Front Range Compliance

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Nov
24
Thu
CLOSED Thanksgiving Day Holiday-Nov. 24-25
Nov 24 – Nov 25 all-day

CMCA Offices Closed for the Thanksgiving Day Holiday.

Dec
1
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – Dec 1
Dec 1 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.
Noon – Lunch ($15 optional) ~ 12:30-1:30pm Meeting

Topic: Thermal Imaging Systems and Common Violations
Speaker: Kirstie Nixon, Director, Ports of Entry

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

2022 Foundation Holiday Party @ Wedgewood at Brittany Hill
Dec 1 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Foundation Board invites you to join them at their Holiday Party on Thursday, December 1st.

As in the past, we will hold a Silent Auction to benefit the Foundation’s scholarship, safety and image programs.  New this year is an “Ugly Sweater Contest”!

Tickets are $45/person or $80/couple.  Tickets include wine & beer tasting, buffet dinner and silent auction.  Entry into the Ugly Sweater Contest is an additional $20.

We will once again be auctioning off wonderful items – headlining the auction is a Hockey Stick signed by Avalanche’s own Miko Rantanen, donated by KeyBank!

We are still building our auction and need additional items so if you would like to donate something please reach out to Patti at [email protected].

Register now!

Dec
6
Tue
Drug/Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion Seminar – Dec 6
Dec 6 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Required training for Supervisors with Drug/Alcohol programs in their companies. CFR Parts 40 and 382. Applicable for Safety Managers.

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Dec
13
Tue
Maintenance Council – Dec 13
Dec 13 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held In-Person.

Speaker: Roger Comer ATRO Engineered Systems
Topic: Steering and Suspension

Lunch provided, but advance registration is REQUIRED!  Lunch sponsored by ATRO Engineered Systems.

RSVP to [email protected]

 

Dec
14
Wed
Hours of Service Compliance Seminar-Dec 14
Dec 14 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This seminar covers Hours of Service regulations, Log Books/Time Card requirements and how to audit your drivers. Applicable for Safety Managers, Mechanics and Drivers.  Read More…

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Dec
21
Wed
Board Mtg. via ZOOM – Dec 21
Dec 21 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

All members welcome.

Dec
26
Mon
CLOSED Christmas and New Year Holiday
Dec 26 – Dec 30 all-day

CMCA Offices Closed

Jan
5
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – Jan 5
Jan 5 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

Topic: Return to Work Programs
Speakers: Christin Brozek & Jackie Geib, Pinnacol Assurance

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Jan
10
Tue
Allied Meeting – January 10
Jan 10 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Jan
11
Wed
Disc Brake Seminar – January 11
Jan 11 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Hands-on Seminar Covers:  How to adjust and manipulate disc brakes.  Applicable for Safety Managers, Mechanics and Drivers.

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Jan
12
Thu
Annual DOT Inspection via ZOOM-Jan 12
Jan 12 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

This class will be held via ZOOM.  NOTE** Please register with an active email for the participant and mailing address.  Materials will be mailed TEN DAYS prior, please sign up by then to receive important materials for this class.  Cancellations after materials have been sent will be charged the cost of materials.

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Elements of the DOT Annual Vehicle Inspection, taught by a former CO State Patrol Inspector. Learn how to correctly perform an Annual Vehicle Inspection and discover Appendix G.  Applicable for Safety Managers and mechanics.  Read More…

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Jan
18
Wed
Board Mtg.- January 18
Jan 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

All members welcome.

This meeting will be held in person.

Jan
21
Sat
Brake Certification – January 21
Jan 21 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Hands-on Seminar Covers:  How to adjust and manipulate brakes and brake systems.  Includes video training.  Applicable for Safety Managers, Mechanics and Drivers.

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Feb
1
Wed
Independent Contractor Seminar
Feb 1 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $50 members; $100 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:

Laws and Regulations Guiding the Relationship between Owner-Operators and Motor Carriers

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Feb
2
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – February 2
Feb 2 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Feb
9
Thu
DOT Safety & Compliance Essentials – Feb 9
Feb 9 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Cost: $300 members; $400 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Full range of all DOT regulations, including Driver Qualification, Hours of Service, CSA and Vehicle Requirements.  Applicable for Safety Managers and Administration.  Read More…

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Feb
14
Tue
Maintenance Council – February 14
Feb 14 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held In-Person

Lunch provided, but advance registration is REQUIRED!

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Feb
15
Wed
Board Mtg.- February 15 ZOOM
Feb 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

All members welcome.

This meeting will be held over ZOOM.

Mar
1
Wed
New Member Orientation @ CMCA
Mar 1 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us to learn about CMCA and our valuable programs.

Learn about our Board of Directors, Money Saving Programs, Councils, and events that you benefit from as a member of the association.

CMCA has been through big changes in the last few years, so join if you have not been in a while, or if you have had personnel changes in your organization.

Email [email protected] to RSVP today!

Mar
2
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – March 2
Mar 2 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Mar
8
Wed
Drug/Alcohol Policies & Procedures Seminar – Mar 8
Mar 8 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  General policies and requirements for alcohol and controlled substance programs as required by DOT. CFR Parts 40 and 382. Applicable for Safety Managers.

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Drug/Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion Seminar – March 8
Mar 8 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Required training for Supervisors with Drug/Alcohol programs in their companies. CFR Parts 40 and 382. Applicable for Safety Managers.

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Mar
9
Thu
DOT Files & Recordkeeping-Mar 9 via ZOOM
Mar 9 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

This class will take place over ZOOM. You will receive a Zoom link to attend class the week before class is held.

 

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers: Specific paperwork requirements for driver qualification, driver history, drug/alcohol and vehicle maintenance files.  Applicable for Safety Managers and Administrative Staffs.  Read More…

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Mar
14
Tue
Allied Meeting – March 14
Mar 14 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Mar
15
Wed
Board Mtg.- March 15 ZOOM
Mar 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

All members welcome.

This meeting will be held over ZOOM.

Mar
23
Thu
Annual DOT Inspection Seminar-March 23
Mar 23 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Elements of the DOT Annual Vehicle Inspection, taught by a former CO State Patrol Inspector. Learn how to correctly perform an Annual Vehicle Inspection and discover Appendix A.  Applicable for Safety Managers and mechanics.  Read More…

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Apr
5
Wed
Designated Employer Representative Seminar-April 5
Apr 5 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Cost:  $300 members, $400 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Responsibilities of the Designated Employer Representative for motor carrier companies.  You are required by DOT to have a DER in your company.  Applicable for Safety Managers and Administration.

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Apr
6
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – April 6
Apr 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Apr
11
Tue
Maintenance Council – April 11
Apr 11 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held In-Person

Lunch provided, but advance registration is REQUIRED!

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Apr
12
Wed
Safety Group Training: Defensive Driving Principles and Situational Awareness
Apr 12 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am

Sign up for this Pinnacol-approved Safety Group Training. The topics of the training are Defensive Driving Principles and Situational Awareness.

View Flyer.

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Apr
14
Fri
Safety Awards Banquet-Apr 14
Apr 14 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Location:

Doubletree by Hilton Denver

3202 Quebec Street
Denver, CO 80216

(Martin Luther King Blvd. & Quebec St.)

NOTE CHANGE IN LOCATION THIS YEAR!

6:00pm Reception / 7:00pm Dinner / Program and Awards to Follow

Apr
15
Sat
Brake Certification – April 15
Apr 15 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Hands-on Seminar Covers:  How to adjust and manipulate brakes and brake systems.  Includes video training.  Applicable for Safety Managers, Mechanics and Drivers.

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Apr
19
Wed
Board Mtg.- April 19 ZOOM
Apr 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

All members welcome.

This meeting will be held over ZOOM.

Apr
22
Sat
Top Tech Competition – Apr 22
Apr 22 @ 7:00 am – 2:00 pm

This event starts at 7am and is being held at the Lincoln College of Technology Denver Campus 11194 E. 45th Ave. Denver, CO 80239.  We strongly urge you to encourage your technicians to participate in the Colorado TopTech Skills Competition.  The TopTech Skills competition is open to ALL member and non-member Technicians.

Register and sponsor the event here!

Apr
25
Tue
What to do at the Scene of an Accident – April 25
Apr 25 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  How to respond to the accident, how to help drivers through the requirements of statements, testing, and so forth.  Applicable for Safety Managers.

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May
4
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – May 4
May 4 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

May
9
Tue
Allied Meeting – May 9
May 9 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

May
10
Wed
DataQ’s Seminar – May 10
May 10 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

The What, Why and How to Successfully Challenge Incorrect Roadside Inspection Violations or Crash Information with the DataQ’s process.

Applicable for Safety Managers.

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May
11
Thu
Annual DOT Inspection Seminar-May 11
May 11 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Elements of the DOT Annual Vehicle Inspection, taught by a former CO State Patrol Inspector. Learn how to correctly perform an Annual Vehicle Inspection and discover Appendix A.  Applicable for Safety Managers and mechanics.  Read More…

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May
17
Wed
Board Mtg.- May 17
May 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

All members welcome.

This meeting will be held in person.

May
22
Mon
DOT Files & Recordkeeping-may 22
May 22 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers: Specific paperwork requirements for driver qualification, driver history, drug/alcohol and vehicle maintenance files.  Applicable for Safety Managers and Administrative Staffs.  Read More…

Register Now

May
23
Tue
DOT Safety & Compliance Essentials – May 23
May 23 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Cost: $300 members; $400 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Full range of all DOT regulations, including Driver Qualification, Hours of Service, CSA and Vehicle Requirements.  Applicable for Safety Managers and Administration.  Read More…

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May
24
Wed
Nuclear Verdict Seminar
May 24 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

NOTE: This meeting will take place in person and over Zoom. Select how you would like to attend. Virtual attendees will be sent the link to attend the week of the training.

CMCA is excited to welcome Doug Marcello, Esq., to present on the topic of Nuclear Verdicts. Learn what you can do as a company to protect yourself from nuclear verdicts: a verdict above $10 million. These verdicts are increasing in number rapidly for our industry, and Doug will help your company stay out of the courtroom, as well as help you prepare for the unthinkable of being in the courtroom.

Doug Marcello is a trucking defense attorney with a CDL. He represents trucking clients across the country, having been specially admitted for cases in 35 states. His firm works with companies to prepare for accident response, respond 24/7 when accidents occur, and aggressively defend lawsuits against trucking companies and their drivers. Doug has written numerous articles and has made several presentations about the legal aspects of trucking. 

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May
29
Mon
CLOSED Memorial Day Holiday-May 29
May 29 all-day

CMCA Offices will be closed for the Memorial Day Holiday.

May
31
Wed
Surviving DOT Audits-May 31
May 31 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  The various types of investigations (compliance reviews, audits, interventions) and how to prepare for them.  Also includes how to respond to Notices of Violation and/or Claim.  Applicable for Safety Managers and Administrative Staff.  Read More…

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Jun
3
Sat
Colorado Truck Driving Championships-Jun 3
Jun 3 all-day

Join us at the Adams Country Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Road in Brighton.  Facts for Drivers books are available at the CMCA offices.  Contact Patti ([email protected]) with any questions or if you would like to volunteer.

Jun
5
Mon
CMCA Office Closed-Jun 5
Jun 5 all-day

Truck Driving Championships are being held over the weekend, so the CMCA Office will be CLOSED on Monday, June 6th.

Jun
13
Tue
Maintenance Council – June 13
Jun 13 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held In-Person

Lunch provided, but advance registration is REQUIRED!

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Jun
14
Wed
Western Slope Meeting-June 14, 2023 @ Cudd Pressure Control
Jun 14 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.

 

Click here for more information.

Brake Certification – June 14
Jun 14 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Hands-on Seminar Covers:  How to adjust and manipulate brakes and brake systems.  Includes video training.  Applicable for Safety Managers, Mechanics and Drivers.

Register Now

Jun
15
Thu
Annual DOT Inspection Seminar via ZOOM – June 15
Jun 15 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Elements of the DOT Annual Vehicle Inspection, taught by a former CO State Patrol Inspector. Learn how to correctly perform an Annual Vehicle Inspection and discover Appendix A.  Applicable for Safety Managers and mechanics.  Read More…

Register Now

Jun
20
Tue
Allied Meeting – June 20
Jun 20 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

Click here to register for this meeting.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Jun
21
Wed
DOT Safety & Compliance Essentials via ZOOM – June 21-22
Jun 21 @ 8:00 am – Jun 22 @ 12:00 pm

Cost: $300 members; $400 non-members & walk-ins

This seminar will take place over two days, from 8:00am-12:00pm on June 21 and 22nd. Materials for class will be mailed 10 days before class begins. Cancellations will be charged the cost of materials. Please use an active email for the Zoom link and an active mailing address for the class materials.

 

This Seminar Covers:  Full range of all DOT regulations, including Driver Qualification, Hours of Service, CSA and Vehicle Requirements.  Applicable for Safety Managers and Administration.  Read More…

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Jun
27
Tue
Independent Contractor Seminar
Jun 27 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $50 members; $100 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:

Laws and Regulations Guiding the Relationship between Owner-Operators and Motor Carriers

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Jul
4
Tue
CLOSED Independence Day Holiday-Jul 4
Jul 4 all-day

CMCA Offices will be closed July 4th for the Independence Day Holiday.

Jul
6
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – July 6
Jul 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Jul
10
Mon
Golf Tournament-July 10
Jul 10 all-day

The Allied Conference Annual Summer Golf Tournament will be held at Arrowhead Golf Course. Check back later for more details and registration.

Aug
3
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – August 3
Aug 3 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Aug
8
Tue
Maintenance Council – August 8
Aug 8 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held In-Person

Lunch provided, but advance registration is REQUIRED!

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Aug
9
Wed
Annual DOT Inspection Seminar-Aug 9
Aug 9 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost: $140 members; $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Elements of the DOT Annual Vehicle Inspection, taught by a former CO State Patrol Inspector. Learn how to correctly perform an Annual Vehicle Inspection and discover Appendix A.  Applicable for Safety Managers and mechanics.  Read More…

Register Now

Aug
16
Wed
Brake Certification – August 16
Aug 16 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Cost:  $140 members, $225 non-members & walk-ins

This Hands-on Seminar Covers:  How to adjust and manipulate brakes and brake systems.  Includes video training.  Applicable for Safety Managers, Mechanics and Drivers.

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Aug
21
Mon
CANCELLED NATMI: Motor Fleet Safety Basics-Aug 21 & 22
Aug 21 @ 8:00 am – Aug 22 @ 5:00 pm

This “Fleet Safety 101” program is designed to provide training on effective implementation of safety-related policies and procedures.

Register and get all the details for class here.

Contact [email protected] for more info.

UPDATE: The NATMI course and test will take place VIRTUALLY only.

Aug
23
Wed
CANCELLED NATMI: Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs-Aug 23 & 24
Aug 23 @ 8:00 am – Aug 24 @ 5:00 pm

This course is designed to provide transportation safety directors with the vision and skills that they need to manage an effective safety program.

For more information or to register, go here.

Contact [email protected] for more info.

UPDATE: The NATMI course and test will take place VIRTUALLY only.

Aug
25
Fri
CANCELLED NATMI: Certification Exam-Aug 25
Aug 25 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Want to become certified?  Now you can do it for less money and in less time. Certified Director or Supervisor of Safety (CDS/CSS): full program 4.5 days with exam on last ½ day. Includes two courses held back-to-back. Motor Fleet Safety Basics (first 2-days) must be taken in the classroom. Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs (second 2 days) must be taken in the classroom. Exam administered onsite the morning following second course.

To learn more and get registered, go here.

Contact [email protected] for more info.

UPDATE: The NATMI course and test will take place VIRTUALLY only.

Sep
4
Mon
CLOSED Labor Day Holiday-Sep. 4
Sep 4 all-day

CMCA Offices Closed for the Labor Day Holiday.

Sep
7
Thu
Safety Council Mtg. – September 7
Sep 7 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

Click here to register for this meeting.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Sep
12
Tue
Safety Group Training: Stories, Lies and Surveillance & Truck Drivers’ Economics
Sep 12 @ 8:30 am – 11:15 am

Sign up for this Pinnacol-approved Safety Group Training. The topics of the training are Stories, Lies and Surveillance & Truck Drivers’ Economics

View Flyer.

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Allied Meeting – September 12
Sep 12 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

This meeting will be held IN-PERSON.  

Click here to register for this meeting.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

Sep
14
Thu
DOT Safety & Compliance Essentials – September 14
Sep 14 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Cost: $300 members; $400 non-members & walk-ins

This Seminar Covers:  Full range of all DOT regulations, including Driver Qualification, Hours of Service, CSA and Vehicle Requirements.  Applicable for Safety Managers and Administration.  Read More…

Register Now