Houston DOT Conference

The Houston DOT Conference is a comprehensive training event tailored for management and supervisors, human resource professionals with safety responsibilities, and experienced safety and operations professionals who aim to stay updated with the latest Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. This conference will cover a variety of essential topics including the interaction between DOT, PHMSA, and state agencies, Hours of Service rules, monitoring and auditing procedures, and the Driver Qualification process. Participants will also delve into DOT rules concerning drug and alcohol testing, as well as the necessary paperwork for compliance, including accident registers and countermeasures. Each attendee will receive a Certificate of Completion, affirming their participation and learning.Mike England, a seasoned expert with over twenty-five years in the transportation industry, will lead the sessions. His extensive background spans management roles in both small and large regulated entities, including trucking companies and private fleets. Mike is a graduate of the US Army Safety Management School and the US Department of Transportation’s FMCSA Safety Auditor Course. He has conducted audits for the US Department of Transportation and now runs a private consulting firm, Help Inc., focused on helping carriers improve safety and compliance. The conference will address critical elements such as the FMCSA in the news, important resources for safety programs, and a detailed review of the BASICs (Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories) and common violations. Participants will learn how to prepare for compliance reviews, train their drivers effectively, and understand what officers typically monitor during inspections. Moreover, the conference will discuss the importance of managing driver fatigue, understanding hours of service regulations, and developing safety management plans. With a plethora of knowledge shared through this event, attendees will leave equipped to enhance their safety management controls and help create safer roadways while improving profitability for their companies.