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Do you have time to review all 395.1-38 and the FMCSA's guidance material? Would you feel prepared and confident if notified of an audit? Join Justin Smoot as he discusses part 395 of the FMCSR's Hours of Service of Drivers and Factor 3 of a Compliance Review. Justin will help attendees identify deficiencies in their fleet's Hours of Service (HOS) program while preventing roadside inspection violations. He'll analyze industry data and benchmarks to evaluate your fleet's performance, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement. Additionally, Justin will provide guidance on calculating your fleet’s Accident Rates and address common challenges in accident documentation.

Fraud and double brokering are rampant, but that doesn't mean you're powerless to stop it. In this expert led webinar, discover practical strategies to protect your shipments and strengthen your supply chain security through partnership with thoroughly vetted carriers. Learn how Verified Carrier's comprehensive vetting process confirms carrier identity, equipment ownership, and operational credentials. Our presenters will walk through each verification checkpoint, providing real-world examples that demonstrate why these safeguards are critical in preventing fraud and unauthorized brokering.

Join us at The Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee, WI to stay updated on today's rapidly evolving employee benefits landscape. As we navigate a new administration, groundbreaking AI developments, and rising healthcare costs, this SHRM/HRCI accredited event delivers essential insights for HR professionals. Beyond the comprehensive learning sessions, you'll enjoy networking opportunities with fellow HR leaders during breaks and a provided lunch, making this a truly valuable day of professional development. Register now to save your spot today – spots are limited!

Join us at Surly Brewing in Minneapolis, MN to stay updated on today's rapidly evolving employee benefits landscape. As we navigate a new administration, groundbreaking AI developments, and rising healthcare costs, this SHRM/HRCI accredited event delivers essential insights for HR professionals. Beyond the comprehensive learning sessions, you'll enjoy networking opportunities with fellow HR leaders during breaks and a provided lunch, making this a truly valuable day of professional development. Register now to save your spot today – spots are limited!

Whether an employer offers affordable medical coverage impacts eligibility for premium tax credits toward individual Marketplace coverage. In addition, applicable large employers must offer affordable medical coverage if they want to avoid employer shared responsibility rules under §4980H. Therefore, it is important for employers to understand and communicate whether coverage offered under an employer-sponsored group health plan is “affordable.” We’ll dive into the details of how to calculate a medical plan’s affordability for employees and their family members to help employers when setting plan contribution rates. In addition, for applicable large employers, we’ll address how to use the affordability safe harbors and how to report offers of coverage to avoid §4980H(b) penalties.

According to NATMI, recipients who enrolled in a NATMI training and certification lowered their organization's accident rate by 86%, achieved a lower occupational injury rate by 83%, and controlled costs associated with accident litigation by 100%. The cost of participating in NATMI is minimal compared to the company’s day-to-day operational savings. The Certified Director of Safety (CDS)/Certified Safety Supervisor (CSS) course is designed to help safety personnel attain a greater professional knowledge base that should, in turn, provide greater confidence to improve operations, prevent and control injury and damage, as well as the ability to provide strong representation such as during a court case.