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Periodic Inspection Training
  • MTA Member: $395
  • Non-MTA Member: $495

PERIODIC INSPECTION TRAINING (PIT)

2025 Dates:

  • May 22
  • August 14
  • November 6

MTA office -- no virtual

May 22 Registration

Registration deadline: May 9

MTA developed its exclusive Periodic Inspection Training (PIT) course to help satisfy the FMCSA requirement that a "qualified" individual includes a mechanic or technician that has participated in a state-sponsored training program.

This class is not intended for mechanics with less than one year of work experience 

Course Objectives

  • Understanding inspection criteria for required parts and accessories
  • Reviewing 49 CFR Part 396 Appendix A minimum periodic inspection standards
  • Comparing North American Uniform Vehicle Inspection Procedures and 49 CFR Part 396 Appendix A
  • Contrasting Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Out-of-Service-Criteria with the FMCSA annual inspection
  • Understanding periodic inspection paperwork

Materials Provided

  • Exclusive MTA Periodic Inspection Training manual
  • CVSA North American Out-of-Service Criteria guide
  • Individual certificate of completion
  • Individual verification of annual inspector qualification training for audit purposes
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NATMI INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING

The North American Transportation Management Institute (NATMI) exists to improve the performance and productivity of the professionals directly responsible for effective fleet and driver performance – risk managers, safety and security directors, maintenance managers and commercial driver trainers.

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  • NATMI/TCA Member: $1,395
  • Non Member: $1,540

Certified Maintenance & Equipment Director/Maintenance Supervisor (CDME/CSME)

September 22-24, 2025

MTA office & virtual

More information and registration at NATMI.org

To register FROM THE ABOVE LINKED PAGE:

  • Create a NATMI account 
  • Log in 
  • Click Learning Center
  • Click Browse Catalog
  • Under Category in left-hand column, choose "NATMI courses & certifications"
  • In calendar in left-hand column, choose "September 22"
  • Scroll to Certified Director of Maintenance/Equipment
  • Click "Choose Session" 
  • Use the drop-down menu to choose "Michigan Trucking Association"

Course Description: The program covers topics essential to effective management and administration of fleet maintenance operations.  Students learn how to cut costs through efficient use of personnel, equipment, and technology, while complying with government regulations affecting maintenance operations.

  • Introduction to Fleet Management: purpose and fundamentals of fleet maintenance management, the role of the fleet maintenance manager, and the skill sets and personality traits that help a manager succeed.
  • Maintenance and Repair Strategies: the main categories of maintenance, the benefits of planned maintenance, and legal requirements for maintaining vehicles; the three types of planned maintenance; unplanned repairs and failure analysis.
  • Maintenance Technology: Issues to consider when implementing fleet maintenance software in your shop.  Overview of Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards (VMRS) and asset codes.
  • Laws and Regs: regulations shop managers need to know, including key Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, as well as the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Out-of-Service Criteria.
  • Budgeting: developing a maintenance department budget, different categories of expenses, and determining cost-per-mile or cost-per-hour.
  • Human Resources: Hiring effectively, complying with labor laws, and evaluating and coaching for performance improvement.
  • Training:  benefits of training, identifying training needs, implementing effective training programs, evaluating training quality, and tracking employee training progress.
  • Specifications and Purchasing: the process of determining what your fleet needs, then bidding out and purchasing the needed equipment.
  • Warranty: the importance of warrantees and how to make the most of them.
  • Shop Operations: maximizing staff operations, including staff and equipment utilization, productivity and performance management.
  • Shop Audits: the process of auditing your shop operations and practices.
  • Shop Design: important considerations for designing and building a fleet maintenance facility;  shop design best practices; and fuel station planning.
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  • NATMI/TCA Member: $1,395
  • Non Member: $1,540

Certified Safety Director/Safety Supervisor (CDS/CSS)

October 13-17, 2025

MTA office & virtual

More information and registration at NATMI.org

To register from THE ABOVE LINKED PAGE:

  • Create a NATMI account 
  • Log in 
  • Click Learning Center
  • Click Browse Catalog
  • Under Category in left-hand column, choose "NATMI courses & certifications"
  • In calendar in left-hand column, choose "October 13"
  • Scroll to Safety Certification Program (CDS & CSS)
  • Click "Choose Session"
  • Use the drop-down menu to choose "Michigan Trucking Association"

Course Requirements:

  • Motor Fleet Safety Basics
  • Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs

Experience

  • Five years in the motor fleet safety field or,
  • Four years in the motor fleet safety field with a 4-year college degree or with 5 years CMV Enforcement experience (see stipulations in the “Certification FAQs” section of the website)

Exam

  • A certification exam is given the morning after the second course.

Expertise

Candidates must serve as full-time administrators demonstrating their capability of handling a position which involves establishing programs and policies, setting standards, developing materials, and providing leadership to achieve the goals set.

Within 60 days of taking the certification exam, applicants must complete a certification application providing performance data correlating to the years of experience required.

If the experience requirements are met, the required courses taken, exam is passed and application approved, the candidate will be granted the Certified Director of Safety (CDS) designation.

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REASONABLE SUSPICION SUPERVISOR DRUG & ALCOHOL TRAINING

FREE

Virtual only

October 9

This training satisfies the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) mandatory supervisor training requirements: Employers must provide at least 60 minutes training each on both alcohol and controlled substances misuse to all persons who supervise drivers in accordance with 49 CFR §382.603.

This concise program covers crucial aspects, including DOT regulations, identifying signs of substance abuse, communication techniques, documentation, and the supervisor's role in the testing process.

This course also includes Alcohol and Drug Clearinghouse training. As mandated by FMCSA, the Clearinghouse is a critical tool for ensuring the safety and compliance of commercial drivers. Participants will gain insights into Clearinghouse registration, reporting requirements, query processes, and the impact on hiring practices.