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80th Annual CMCA Convention
October 3-5, 2019
Hotel Talisa ~ Vail, CO
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Trucker Safety Program Unveiled
DENVER - The Colorado Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Colorado State Patrol, Colorado Motor Carriers Association, and in-cab driver alert providers, PrePass Safety Alliance and Drivewyze are coming together to help enhance safety for truckers traveling through the state’s mountainous areas.
The Mountain Rules is a comprehensive, strategic and safety-focused effort to inform and educate in-state and inter-state trucking companies and drivers on the challenges of driving in Colorado’s mountains. It includes information on potential hazards, and a consistent reminder on the need to be slow, steady, and safe for the long haul. Read More... |
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 Congratulations to all of the Colorado NTDC and NAIC competitors!
Pittsburgh hosted yet another great event!
Colorado was well represented, with the team finishing in 8th place overall and three top five performances: Eric Damon, FedEx Express took Third place honors in Step Van; Paul Swan, FedEx Freight finished Fourth in Four Axle and David Mogler from FedEx Freight places Second in Twins.
Again, congratulations to the entire Colorado team!
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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Publishes Hours of Service Proposal to
Improve Safety and Increase Flexibility for Commercial Drivers
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) today published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on changes to hours of service (HOS) rules to increase safety on America’s roadways by updating existing regulations for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers.
“This proposed rule seeks to enhance safety by giving America’s commercial drivers more flexibility while maintaining the safety limits on driving time,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.
“FMCSA wants drivers and all CMV stakeholders to share their thoughts and opinions on the proposed changes to hours of service rules that we are putting forward today. We listened directly to the concerns of drivers for rules that are safer and have more flexibility—and we have acted. We encourage everyone to review and comment on this proposal,” said FMCSA Administrator Raymond P. Martinez. Read More...
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August/September Training Classes - Register Early!
**August 22, 2019 - Hours of Service/ELD Auditing Seminar (8am-Noon)
**September 11, 2019 - Cargo Securement (8am-Noon). This course is designed to provide instruction of the use of various types of Cargo Securement used by the industry in the shipment of materials, machines, equipment, dunnage and miscellaneous items. Applicable for company personnel utilizing pickups with trailers or one ton pickups all the way up to semi tractors and trailers. Read More…
September 12, 2019 - Designated Employer Representative (8:30am-4:30pm)
**September 17, 2019 - Drug/Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion in Grand Junction (8:30am-11:30am)
** Last class this year!
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Presentation of Scholarship Checks
Jack Lindquist (pictured top right)
Shannon Kos (pictured bottom left)
Congratulations to all the Ray Smith Scholarship recipients! |
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Training Calendar - Click Here to Register!
August 22, 2019 - Hours of Service/ELD Auditing Seminar (8am-Noon)
September 11, 2019 - Cargo Securement (8am-Noon)
September 12, 2019 - Designated Employer Representative (8:30am-4:30pm)
September 17, 2019 - Drug/Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion in Grand Junction (8:30am-11:30am)
Events/Meetings Calendar - Click Here to RSVP!
August 21, 2019 - NO Board Meeting
September 5,2019 - Safety Management Council Meeting
Check out our EVENTS PAGE for Upcoming Events!
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