SAFETY TRAINING

FMCSA 101: A Practical Introduction to FMCSA Compliance

Wednesday, October 14 | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Don't let compliance be complicated. Join us for a one-day training built for new & current safety professionals, fleet managers, operations personnel, and anyone who wants a compliance refresher.

October 14, 2026

8:30 am

Dubuque, Iowa

Topics Covered

We'll walk through the compliance essentials every safety program needs.

Accident Register
Drug & Alcohol Testing
Financial Responsibility (MCS-90)
Driver Qualification Files & the Clearinghouse
Vehicle Maintenance Files
Hours of Service Regulations
Overview of CSA; Data Q’s and the Crash Prevention Determination Program (CPDP)

Why Attend?

Receive education on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to help reduce the likelihood of violations during an FMCSA Compliance Investigation. This training will also help lower claim costs, better position your fleet within the insurance marketplace, and build confidence in managing your FMCSA compliance program.

What's Included

Lunch will be provided, and all attendees will receive a copy of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Handbook.

Cost

$225 C&B Clients

$300 Non-C&B Clients

Kara Vines

Senior Safety Consultant, SMSC

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