Carrier Education Class (2 days)

Ongoing Carrier Education
Two days covering 4 class topics - accelerated training

Class Flyer

DAY 1
Weight Mile Tax
This class offers a compliance focused overview of Weight Mile Tax law and regulations for operating a CMV in the state of Oregon. Topics include: tax structure & identifier; insurance & bond requirements; declared weight; record keeping requirements; fuel tax credits; monthly & quarterly mileage reports.

Registration & IFTA
This class offers a compliance focused overview of Registration and IFTA requirements for operating a CMV in the state of Oregon. Topics include: types of registration; required documentation; jurisdiction; trip permits; lease agreements; apportioned registration; international fuel tax agreement; calculation guidelines; penalties for non-compliance.

DAY 2
Size & Weight
A compliance focused overview of the Size and Weight restrictions for operating a CMV in the state of Oregon. Topics include: allowable weight tables; weight brackets; oversize load permits; calculating maximum weight limits; vehicle and combination limits; mapping routes; load length limitations; scale protocol; chain laws.

DOT Compliance: A Review of the FMCSR's
A detailed look at the Federal DOT Regulations (FMCSRs). OTA works on a regular basis with state, federal & industry leaders in order to gain valuable insights and information regarding enforcement and practical methods to maintain compliance of the regulations that the trucking industry abides by. 

Topics will include:

• Applicability
• Interstate vs. Intrastate (Oregon specific)
• Accident Recording & Investigation
• Hours of Service Regulations (including new rules)
• Driver training requirements/Best Practices
• DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing
• Inspection, repair & maintenance
• National Registry for Certified Medical Examiners & Medical Card Rules
• Driver Qualifications/Disqualifications
• CSA 3.0/Pre-Employment Screening Program/DataQs
• Record retention requirements
• Cargo Securement
• Preparing & maintaining DQ files
• Auditing procedures, penalties, interventions