Carroll Fulmer Logistics Corporation in Groveland, Florida has partnered with Vertical Alliance Group to provide online training and communication to their drivers via the Infinit-I Workforce System. The system will help them to streamline training, ensure accurate documentation, improve license expiration notifications, and maximize communication efforts across their company.
“Vertical Alliance Group is proud to partner with Carroll Fulmer as their online training provider. We are committed to helping them succeed, and we are glad they were able to attend our Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program to learn how to maximize their use of the system,” said Brad Pruitt, Vertical Alliance territory manager in Florida. “As we do with all of our clients, we will continue to work with them on a monthly basis to ensure all of their employees get the most out of the online training platform.” One of the features the team at Carroll Fulmer expressed excitement over with the Infinit-I Workforce System was how the short training segments were a big improvement over the other online training platforms they had utilized in the past.
“I like the fact that there are very short training videos,” said Jennifer McDannell, training supervisor at Carroll Fulmer Logistics Corporation. “ training could be up to 32 pages, and if the drivers don’t answer the questions right, could take a driver up to an hour and 15 minutes just to complete one session. That’s just too long in this industry.” Most of the training videos within the Infinit-i Workforce System are less than seven minutes in length. They are designed so drivers can watch a training video from anywhere using any platform with internet access.
This means drivers can quickly complete safety training in between loads or during downtime waiting at a dock. “I liked , but it limited so much that I could do with the drivers. Literally, if they did not have a laptop computer in their truck, I would have to route them into Groveland to train, or have them do it on their home time. I like the fact that I can set-up my own content with the Infinit-I Workforce System, and that drivers can actually access this on very simple tools like smartphones,” McDannell said. Another feature the team at Carroll Fulmer is looking forward to utilizing with the Infinit-I Workforce System is the license expiration notification feature.
The system has the ability to automatically alert drivers and managers of upcoming expiration notices in plenty of time to ensure drivers can update their documents. This feature helps ensure transportation companies never have to pull a driver off of the road due to a paperwork date. “It’s going to help the girls who do the background checks to be able to put whendriver license card, CDL, and medical card expires, so that they get information on that.
That is a god send,” McDannell said. Carroll Fulmer Logistics has over 60 years of experience in the transportation industry and is known for their first-rate performance. Vertical Alliance Group has been providing online solutions for the transportation industry for nearly two decades. To learn more about the Infinit-I Workforce System, register to attend an Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program by filling out the form.
The trucking environment is rapidly changing, and we believe the companies adapting to new technologies will thrive this year, while others will struggle along. Will your company be one of the ones who embraces the opportunity to thrive in 2016? This year we’ve made it our resolution to help your trucking company see the benefits of utilizing online training by inviting you to attend Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program, a unique training event where you’ll learn how to:
Reduce Your Orientation Costs By As Much As $1,000 Per Hire
Cut Your Driver Turnover By As Much As 53%
Improve Your Fleet Fuel MPG’s By As Much As 5%
Decrease Your Accidents By As Much As 18%
Dramatically Mitigate Your Risk in Court In Case of Serious Accidents
Master the Infinit-i Online Training System and more…
At Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program, you will see firsthand how the Infinit-I Workforce System can help solve some of your most pressing struggles, like: Driver Turnover, Safety, Fuel Costs, Aggressive Trial Lawyers, and Communication.
You’ll also leave with proven strategies you can implement with this technology and step-by-step Blue Prints for duplicating the success of other companies. The North American Transportation Management Institute (NATMI) has designated the Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program a recertification qualifying event. Certified Safety Directors through NATMI who attend earn 2 points towards their recertification.
Vertical Alliance Group, recently announced seven speakers for their 2016 Trucking Best Practices Webinar Series. These free webinars are designed to provide trucking companies with ongoing current training on a variety of topics and feature experts from across the industry sharing ideas, strategies, and success tips for running a successful trucking company. Topics include everything from truck driver safety training and legal regulation updates to day-to-day business operation strategies.
“As the leading provider of online training for the transportation industry with our Infinit-I Workforce System, Vertical Alliance Group is always looking for opportunities to provide educational resources to trucking companies,” said Jay Wommack, president and CEO of Vertical Alliance Group. “We had a record numbers of companies participate in our 2015 webinar series, and the feedback we received on each webinar was so outstanding, we decided to continue the series in 2016. We have invited back some of our most popular speakers to address new topics this year, plus we have mixed in several new speakers whom we met at industry conferences.”
The company will be announce five additional speakers in June of this year to complete the 12 month series.
“There is no cost to attend these events, but registration for each event is limited to the first 1000 attendees. Those spots fill up quickly, so we encourage people to sign-up now for the webinars they are most interested in attending. We will send you reminders for the events as they get closer. If your schedule changes and you aren’t able to attend the live event, we will also send you a replay of the webinar within 24 hours of the live event,” said Tina Bell, marketing manager for Vertical Alliance Group.
Building Women’s Leadership in the Transportation Industry January 21, 2016| 3 p.m. CST
About the Webinar: It’s difficult to execute a game plan when there are inherently diverse personalities, learning styles, and terms of engagement within the team. While diversity is a gift to any business, it can also be frustrating and cumbersome to an ambitious team where everyone may have a slightly different perception of your vision (or perhaps a different vision altogether!).
In this hour long webinar, Anne will share best practices and principles to help develop and lead a team within the transportation industry.
Anne Miner, MBA is an international speaker, best-selling author, executive coach and long time business owner. Since 1987, Anne’s trusted expertise on business excellence has made her a highly-respected woman of influence. But it is her ability to use her deeply-rooted values, unwavering determination, and multitude of experiences that attracts many who seek her professional guidance. She has successfully empowered many “to go over, under, around or through the obstacles on any path and to be courageous in pursuing dreams.”
With more than 25 years leading her own company, The Dunvegan Group, Anne brings experience and perspective, as well as innovative approaches to leadership.
Understanding Best Practices in Produce Shipping February 18, 2016| 3 p.m. CST
About the Webinar: With the passage of the Food Safety Modernization Act in 2015, there are a lot of changes haulers of produce need to be aware of in order to ensure compliance. In this hour long webinar, Pamela Lugg will share best practices for produce haulers.
Pam is the owner of Pam Young & Company. With an academic background that includes a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in History and Art, along with a teaching credential and a law degree, Pamela Lugg Young became the owner of a logistics company that specializes in refrigerated transportation services by pure accident — that she is still enjoying 17 years later. Her philosophy is simple, “It is important to understand the needs of the shippers and the demands of getting fresh produce safely to its destination. Since there are lots of details that must be addressed, matching the right refrigerated hauler with a shipper is of utmost importance.”
Loss Control as Cost Containment March 17, 2016| 3 p.m. CST
About the Webinar: In this webinar, Gary Flaherty from Canal Insurance will share information on what tools are available through insurance companies to help with cost containment. Gary will share insights with attendees on what insurance companies look for and why they look for certain things in an effort to help attendees understand how to mitigate their chances of accidents and also decrease their insurance premiums.
Gary Flaherty is the Assistant Vice President, Risk Management Services, at Canal Insurance. He has more than 20 years working in the insurance business and specializes in claims adjudication, physical damage handling and repair networks.
Independent Contractor Misclassification, Are You Prepared? April 21, 2016| 3 p.m. CST
About the Webinar: How can carriers protect their independent contractor business model when the current administration at the federal level wants every driver to be an employee and every employee to be a union member?
Independent contractors can be a troublesome area for motor carriers. Attorney Rob Moseley works with motor carriers to manage contractual relations and negotiate the Federal Regulations and decisions. Rob defends class action litigation brought by contractors and employee drivers related to “Truth in Leasing” cases, Fair Labor Standards and other employment issues. Rob is also versed in disputes (including workers’ compensation) involving owner-operators. In this webinar, Rob will address: • Trends with Owner-Operators • Issues Regarding Worker’s Compensation • Issues Regarding Unemployment • Truth in Leasing
Rob Moseley is the head of the Smith Moore Leatherwood firm’s Transportation Industry Group representing trucking companies, brokers and logistics companies with disputes involving commercial transportation accidents, federal & state safety regulations, commercial insurance coverage disputes, freight claims, and other disputes involving trucking companies. He has tried over 80 cases to jury verdict in federal & state courts of unlimited jurisdiction. One of Rob’s assets is his ability to advise trucking companies on proactively assessing and addressing risk both internally and externally, as well as planning for growth and development. He works closely with the firm’s Corporate team in this respect.
Don’t Wreck It More! How to Respond After an Accident. May 26, 2016| 3 p.m. CST
About the Webinar: Accident prevention is the primary concern of every commercial vehicle driver and safety program, but no matter how careful you are, simply being on the road exposes you to the possibility of an accident. Before an accident happens, your company needs a plan in place to ensure you and your drivers know the appropriate responses to make on the scene and throughout the investigation. In this hour long webinar, attorney Mike Bassett will share insights on how your responses can impact litigation down the road.
Mike H. Bassett, J.D., is the founder of The Bassett Firm, where he practices in the areas of transportation litigation, products liability, personal injury, premises liability, professional liability and employment litigation. He received his B.B.A. degree, Cum Laude, from The University of Texas at El Paso and his J.D. degree, with distinction, from St. Mary’s University School of Law. Mr. Bassett was a former briefing attorney for Justice Ted Z. Robertson of the Texas Supreme Court, and he is also a certified mediator and neutral. He is a member of the American Bar Association’s Litigation Section, the Dallas Bar Association, the Defense Research Institute’s Transportation Committee and Trucking Subcommittee, the American Trucking Associations and the American Transportation Lawyers Association. Mr. Bassett was also a Texas Super Lawyer in 2006.
Conquer Distracted Driving by Becoming an ACE June 16, 2016| 10 a.m. CST
About the Webinar: Distracted driving is currently one of the major causes of accidents. While most other categories of accidents are decreasing, distracted driving rates remain on the rise. While cell phones are involved in a large percentage, they are not the only contributing factor. Most organizations attempt to address this issue with new policies, training, or a combination. Policies tend to focus on limiting cell usage, which doesn’t address other factors, and training tends to not change habit. ACE (Attention, Control, Eyes on Road) was created to address this challenge.
This presentation by safety, culture and performance improvement expert, Terry L. Mathis, will familiarize you with ACE and how you can use this technique to curtail distractions and ensure road safety while driving. Distracted driving happens to us all, on and off the job. ACE can help to address the three most common types of distractions, and can be used in conjunction with other driving programs.
Session Highlights: 1. The 3 principles of ACE – how it can be internalized and emphasized to apply to every situation 2. The 3 most common types of distractions and how to avoid them 3. Driving with ACE 4 check my reference. Pre-planning to minimize or stop distractions 5. How to train your truck drivers on ACE
Terry L. Mathis is the founder and CEO of ProAct Safety, and author of two books. His most recent is the bestseller, STEPS to Safety Culture Excellence. EHS Today has listed Terry three consecutive times as one of ‘The 50 People Who Most Influenced EHS’. He is a veteran of over 1600 safety, culture and performance improvement projects in 39 countries and has personally advised many of the best in safety in every major industry
Punitive Damages in Transportation Cases: Changing Driver Conduct August 18, 2016| 3 p.m. CST
About the Webinar: When a trucking company is involved in an accident a lot of things come into question that can influence the amount of money they are ordered to pay under punitive damage judgements. There are best practices companies can implement, including training and proper documentation, to mitigate their risk as a company for improper actions of drivers.
Jim Foster is a partner at Cassiday Schade LLPs, Chicago office and is engaged in the practice of civil litigation, with a primary emphasis on transportation and product liability litigation. He has defended trucking companies in both personal injury matters and in breach of contract cases. He has also successfully defended at trial product liability cases involving the design of an automatic door and the design of a milling machine.
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On November 10th and 11th, 14 trucking company professionals, representing 11 different companies, attended the Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program in Fort Worth, Texas at the Stockyards Hotel.
Attendees included:
Dale Patterson from Big Level Trucking
Paul Schmitz from Viessman Trucking
Dave Netti from Captive Resources
Kim Jacobus from Turner Gas
Dan Kepple from Universal Truckload Services
Sanley Jean from Jason's D
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Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program, Stockyards Hotel, Fort Worth, Texas
Sixteen people from 12 transportation companies located across Missouri attended the Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program in Fort Worth, Texas, November 12-13.
The event was co-hosted by the Missouri Trucking Association, who was represented by Jason Ahten and Judy Stockton. The event provided attendees the opportunity to ask current users of the Infinit-I Workforce System about how they utilize online
Vertical Alliance Group, is proud to announce Allan Hicks has received the Safety Director of the Year Award from the American Trucking Association (ATA). In addition to being the vice president of safety at B.R. Williams Trucking, Inc., in Oxford, Alabama, Allan also represents Vertical Alliance Group in Alabama and Georgia as a partner selling our Infinit-I Workforce System.
“This is the highest honor you can get within the safety profession. You just look down the list of those individuals who have won it before, it is just a great honor. I’m very humbled,” Allan said as he discussed what winning the award has meant to him. Allan is not a stranger to winning safety awards.
During his tenure as safety director, B.R. Williams has received more than 50 safety awards from ATA, the Alabama Trucking Association, and the Truckload Carriers Association. Hicks was awarded the Safety Professional of the Year award by the Alabama Trucking Association in 2001 and the 2014 Alabama Trucking Professional award.
His company has also won the Liberty Mutual Insurance Excellence Award for Truck Safety in eight consecutive years. His background makes him a safety expert within the trucking industry, and he has advice for safety directors who may just be starting out in their careers.
“Look for all the available tools out there to be used in every aspect of a safety program,” he said. “Start working on culture and then start making everyone aware of how the company feels about safety, and then find ways to be able to hold them accountable. That’s one thing that has really helped us here is being able to acknowledge the accomplishments of the drivers on an annual basis.”
One of the tools that Allan uses is the Infinit-I Workforce Solutions. “Prior to using Infinit-I Workforce System, I was holding quarterly meetings and only got a fraction of our drivers in for safety meetings. It has given me the ability to have training every month and give specific topics that pertain to areas we need training in for particular months,” Allan said.
After seeing the positive changes the Infinit-I Workforce System made at B.R. Williams, Allan wanted to share the tool with others in his home state of Alabama.
Statistics After Utilizing the Infinit-I Workforce System for Training Over a 2 Year Period
“I liked the product so well from using it, it was something I thought could be used by other trucking companies. I wanted to be able to reach out and show other carriers the tools the system offers that are available to not only improve their safety program but to also easily to improve CSA scores,” said Allan as he explained why he decided to partner with Vertical Alliance Group to sell the product in Alabama and Georgia.
One of the things Allan finds the most useful about the system is how easy it is to plan and assign out training. “It’s taken the training aspect and made it a lot easier. I love that I can go in and set up an entire year’s training. Normally, I’ll do a specific theme for the year, and we’ll go in and preassign all of that training. Throughout the year all I have to do is add training for new regulations that may come out. If there is something specific on the training side, we can utilize the custom content portion of the system, too.”
Allan’s selection for this award is not a surprise to those who know him. He has spent a lifetime committed to making the trucking industry safer. “I enjoy keeping trucks safe on the road and saving lives out on the road and being able to get the drivers home. I have a program in place that not only ensures our drivers and employees are safe out there, but so are the other motoring public.
I can remember back several years ago, I didn’t get a driver home. That can really impact how you feel about safety,” Allan said.
The entire staff at Vertical Alliance Group wishes to congratulate Allan on this honor. “He is well deserving of the award, and we couldn’t be prouder of him. Since he came on board as a partner with our company, it has been inspiring watching how he has improved his company with a culture that is truly committed to safety,” said Jay Wommack, president and CEO of Vertical Alliance Group.
To learn more about the Infinit-I Workforce System, schedule a demo.
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Next week is Brake Safety Week across America. From September 6-12, commercial motor vehicle (CMV) inspectors will conduct brake system inspections (primarily Level IV Inspections) on trucks and buses throughout North America to identify out-of-adjustment brakes and brake-system violations.
To help ensure our clients are prepared for these inspections, Vertical Alliance Group has released a new Brake Safety video. To make it easy for your drivers to get a quick refresher on best practices, the video is less than 10 minutes in length and discusses several points of inspection for braking systems.
If you are a current user of the Infinit-i Workforce System, the video can be found in the following location in the Infinit-I Workforce System Library:
Category: Trucking Industry
Module/Tool: Brake Safety
Length: 9:49
About Brake Safety Week: Brake Safety Week is part of the Operation Airbrake program sponsored by CVSA in partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Brake-related violations comprise the largest percentage (representing 46.2 percent during Roadcheck 2014) of all out-of-service violations cited during roadside inspections.
Improperly installed or poorly maintained brake systems can reduce the braking capacity and stopping distance of trucks and buses, which poses a serious risk to driver and public safety. Brake inspections conducted during Brake Safety Week include inspection of brake-system components to identify loose or missing parts, air or hydraulic fluid leaks, worn linings, pads, drums or rotors, and other faulty brake-system components. Antilock braking systems (ABS) malfunction indicator lamps also are checked. Inspectors will inspect brake components and measure pushrod stroke when appropriate. Defective or out-of-adjustment brakes will result in the vehicle being placed out of service.
Read more about the inspection procedure. Additional inspections may include some Level I Inspections and, in ten participating jurisdictions, overall vehicle braking efficiency will be tested using performance-based brake testing (PBBT) equipment. These systems include a slow speed roller dynamometer that measure total vehicle weight and total brake force, from which braking efficiency is calculated. The minimum braking efficiency for trucks is 43.5 percent, required by U.S. federal regulation and the CVSA Out-of-Service Criteria.
If you are not currently a user of the Infinit-I Workforce System, schedule a demo to learn more.
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Vertical Alliance Group, Inc. is excited to have Vero Logistics as an attendee at our Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program this week. Check out what they wrote about us on their Facebook Page:
“In our continued effort to prioritize safety, one of our senior management members as well as our safety director and driver manager are in Ft. Worth, Texas for a two-day Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program for a more in-depth view of Infinit-I Workforce System, a product of Vertical Alliance.
“There are many benefits to this program, too many to mention here. But drivers can, from anywhere in the country via cell phones, tablets, laptops, etc…, watch safety videos as well as re-training videos and have proof of doing so (each driver will have their own password) and receive a certificate. “Further we will be able create custom content. So for instance, we have a particular need a customer wants, we will be able to create a video which will UNIFORMLY show all drivers the same exact info. This system is going to go a long way in keeping drivers informed, safe, and make a great company ( if you don’t mind us saying so) even better!
“We are looking forward to working with Vertical Alliance with great excitement!” If you’d like to learn more about how the Infinit-I Workforce System can help your company, schedule a demo!
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Vertical Alliance Group, Inc. is excited to have Vero Logistics as an attendee at our Infinit-I Engage Evaluation Program this week. Check out what they wrote about us on their Facebook Page:
