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Safety Assistant Training

Safety Assistant Training is designed for beginners entering the trucking industry. It provides the practical knowledge, tools, and skills needed to effectively support daily Safety Department operations and maintain compliance.

On-Site Classes Cost:

$1950 Buy

Online (Zoom) Classes Cost:

$1800 Buy

Available referral or group attendance discount

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Classes Attendance Description

Scheduled

Flexible Scheduling – Classes Scheduled Around the Student’s Availability

8-Day Course | 24 Hours

Flexible Start Dates & Scheduling Available

Online

Zoom application

Training Location

111 N Addison Ave,
office 201. 2nd Floor
Elmhurst, IL, 60126

Material

Our training materials are thoughtfully designed to support both instructors and students, providing practical and accessible learning for everyone from industry beginners to experienced senior management professionals.

The classes developed by the instructors

MILAN KRSTIC – Safety Director
President of ATLEC LLC

  • DOT Safety & Compliance Manager for Motor Carriers — 14 years of experience
  • Motor Carrier Safety Manager Instructor — 5 years of experience
  • Project Manager, ATLEC Software
  • Co-Founder, United States Trucking Union

MARK BARLAR – DOT Master Inspector
Director of DOT Regulatory Compliance| Reliance Partners

  • Former DOT Master Inspector, Wisconsin State Patrol — 22 years of experience
  • Former FMCSA Instructor — Part A, Hazardous Materials, and Cargo Tank Inspection Programs
  • Nationally Recognized ELD Expert — Specializing in post-crash ELD inspections
  • DataQs & Safety Rating Upgrade Specialist

ANA PRODAN – Safety Specialist
Executive Vice President Of Sales at ATLEC LLC

DOT Safety and Compliance Manager for Motor Carriers
Compliance, Inspections & Risk Assessments, Training & Education

Clasess Description

This comprehensive 8-day (24-hour) training program is designed for those who are seeking to start a career as a DOT/FMCSA Safety Specialist, employers, safety assistants, dispatchers, and anyone who wants to build a strong foundation in trucking safety management and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) compliance.

Whether you are new to the transportation industry or looking to strengthen your understanding of safety regulations, this course provides practical, easy-to-follow guidance on the essential elements of safety compliance, recordkeeping, driver qualification files, Hours of Service requirements, drug and alcohol testing programs, vehicle maintenance compliance, and audit preparation.

Built on years of real-world industry experience, this training goes beyond simply reviewing regulations. Students will learn proven strategies and best practices that help trucking companies maintain compliance, improve safety performance, reduce risk, and confidently navigate FMCSA audits and inspections.

A strong safety program is the foundation of a successful trucking operation. Companies with effective safety management
often benefit from improved CSA scores, reduced liability, lower insurance costs, and greater opportunities for growth. By the end of this course, participants will have the knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to support and implement an effective safety program within their organization.

Who Should Attend?
– New safety assistants and safety coordinators
– Fleet managers and dispatchers
– Owners and managers of trucking companies
– Individuals seeking to start a career as a DOT/FMCSA Safety Specialist.

What You’ll Gain
– A clear understanding of FMCSA regulations and compliance requirements
– Practical tools and procedures for managing safety programs
– Confidence in preparing for audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
– Real-world knowledge from experienced trucking safety professionals
– Skills that can immediately be applied to improve safety and operational performance

Join us and develop the expertise needed to help your company stay compliant, operate safely, and succeed in today’s highly regulated transportation industry.

Course Curriculum

Class 1: Introduction to Trucking Safety & FMCSA Compliance

1. Overview of FMCSA rules and regulations
2. Motus portal & Safer
3. CSA program and the 7 BASICs
4. Understanding safety scores and carrier performance

Class 2: Driver Qualification & Hiring Process

1. Driver hiring procedures
2. MVR and PSP reports
3. FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
4. Driver Qualification (DQ) Files
5. Medical certification requirements
6. Annual reviews and training records

Class 3: Drug & Alcohol Compliance

1. Testing requirements and procedures
2. Reasonable suspicion testing
3. Return-to-duty process
4. Recordkeeping and compliance management
5. Industry testing and medical service portals

Class 4: Hours of Service (HOS) & Electronic Logging Devices

1. HOS regulations and exemptions
2. Electronic and paper logbooks
3. Common violations and prevention strategies

Class 5: Safety Programs, Policies & Audits

1. Driver orientation programs
2. New Entrant Safety Audits
3. Compliance Reviews and FMCSA investigations
4. Audit preparation and documentation management

Class 6: Vehicle Maintenance & Operational Compliance

1. Vehicle maintenance requirements
2. Truck and trailer maintenance files
3. Permits and registrations (UCR, 2290, KYU, NM, etc.)
4. IRP & IFTA Basics
5. Truck binders and compliance documentation

Class 7: Inspections, Violations & DataQs

1. DOT roadside inspections
2. Violation management and corrective actions
3. Inspection recordkeeping
4. DataQs challenges and dispute procedures
5. Protecting your CSA score

Class 8: Accidents, Claims & Safety Administration

1. Accident reporting and recordkeeping
2. Insurance and freight claim procedures
3. Driver tickets and violation follow-up
4. Best practices for incident management

Providing detailed regulatory compliance training and review, the course utilizes hands on applications, a knowledge quiz for each area critical to commercial carrier or private fleet safety performance.

Certificates provided upon completion of the training

Motor Carrier Safety Manager
Motor Carrier Hours of Service
Motor Carrier Drugs and Alchol Testing
Motor Carrier Supervisor reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing

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