2025 Classes

This session will consist of a high level overview of updates to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and basic requirements for motor carriers and drivers.

This session will be a discussion concerning Motor Carrier’s obligations in accident prevention and avoiding litigation pitfalls.

Basic update on Michigan State Police (MSP) trends in transportation safety and department goals and objectives followed by open discussion with Q&A.

The agricultural industry in Michigan has one of the highest industry fatality rates. Motor vehicle incidents are the third most common cause of farm-related fatalities in Michigan. This presentation will discuss the most common types of fatal and non-fatal injuries among farmers and farm workers with a special emphasis on motor vehicle incidents.

This will be a presentation on MSHA standards and regulations in the mining industry.

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The aspects of MIOSHA regulations in regard to the Transportation industry, specifically Part 72, Automotive Service Operations and commonly cited hazards identified as well as fatality and injuries routinely observed will be discussed.

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Many industries utilize rigging practices on a regular basis; however, lack of proper training often leads to injuries or can even end with fatality.  This session will cover proper usage of below-the-hook devices such as chain & wire rope slings, shackles, and eye bolts.  We will also cover how to employ safe lifting angles, read load calculations, acknowledge proper procedures, and follow the necessary requirements to make a safe lift for both individuals and group rigging applications.