Vertical Alliance Group, is committed to ensuring you have access to the best training videos in the industry. This month we released eight new safety training videos for you to utilize in your training. The first two videos focus on reminding drivers about CSA violations, including the new passenger seatbelt requirement going into effect August 8th.

• Speeding
  Length: 03:34
  This video is a short CSA reminder on the various speeding violations.
  Module: CSA Minutes
• Seatbelts Update – 2016
  Length: 02:00
  This video details the August 8, 2016 seatbelt law update regarding passengers not wearing seatbelts being a violation under CSA.
  Module: CSA Minutes

Additionally, we have revised and updated one of our most popular inspection videos.

• Exterior Power Unit and Trailer Inspection
  Length: 07:43
  This video discusses the importance and proper procedure for inspecting the exterior power unit and trailer before transit. It demonstrates proper tread length and condition of tires and provides a checklist for inspection of the exterior power unit and trailer before transit, including proper signage and fire safety materials.
  Module: Exterior Power Unit and Trailer Inspection

Finally, we have released five new videos in our Real. Life. Lessons. video series.

• Driver Injures Shoulder Pulling Fifth-Wheel Release
  Length: 03:09
  Tommy tears his rotator cuff when he hastily yanks his fifth-wheel release.
  Module: Pulling Fifth-Wheel Release
• New to You
  Length: 03:07
  Paul fractures his wrist falling from a new truck. Always be cautious when dealing with new equipment.
  Module: Entering/Exiting Truck Cab
• Who Has Got My Big Toe
  Length: 03:06
  Bret’s big toe is smashed when a piece of iron falls on it. Treat your clothing as personal protective equipment. Sandals provide almost no protection.
  Module: Strapping/Chaining Flatbed Freight
• A Place For Everything
  Length: 03:12
  Jeff and Brady are both injured when insecure and unnecessary clutter go flying in their cab. Make sure all items are secure, even if they’re in use, and clean out the clutter.
  Module: Inside Parked Truck
• Hurry Now – Wait Later
  Length: 03:08
  Trevor gets a mild concussion when his haste causes him to fall from his truck. Always take on a task with the appropriate caution, speed, and awareness.
  Module: Entering/Exiting Truck Cab

Please contact your client services representative at 877-792-3866, ext. 300, if you have any questions.

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Vertical Alliance Group is committed to ensuring you have access to the best training videos in the industry. This month we released 19 new safety training videos for you to utilize. The first two videos are found in the “Trucking Industry” section and focus on fixed object collisions and include the following titles:

• Fixed Object Collisions – High Speed
Length: 06:36
This video discusses the common causes and solutions for fixed object collisions that occur at high speeds.
Module: Fixed Object Collisions

• Fixed Object Collisions – Low Speed
Length: 7:33
This video discusses the common causes and solutions for fixed object collisions that occur at low speeds.
Module: Fixed Object Collisions

The next release is also found in the “Trucking Industry” section and focuses on pre-trip approach and maintenance. This video is an updated version of our current

• Pretrip Approach and Maintenance
Length: 06:26
This video explains the importance of a Pre-Trip Inspection and regular maintenance of the vehicle; describes common neglect of the vehicle, and points out how inspection and maintenance play an important role in the mechanics, compliance, and safety of the vehicle.
Module: Pretrip Approach and Maintenance

The next five videos are part of our Real. Life. Lessons. series and include the following titles:

• A Broken Light Leads to a Broken Arm
Length: 02:42
Barry breaks his arm while attempting to replace a clearance light using the wrong equipment. If you are not authorized to perform repairs then do not. If you are, only do so when you have the correct equipment.
Module: Performing Truck/Trailer Maintenance

• Driver Slips on Ice Stepping Into Truck
Length: 02:50
Sam slips on ice attempting to climb into his truck. Remember to come to a complete stop before stepping up while on ice. Otherwise, your body’s forward momentum can cause you to slip.
Module: Entering/Exiting Truck Cab

• Driver Tears Cartilage in Knee Jumping Out of Truck
Length: 02:19
Johnny tears the cartilage in his knee when jumping out of his truck. Never jump from your truck. Always face your truck when exiting and hold on with both hands.
Module: Entering/Exiting Truck Cab

• I Don’t Feel Good – Part 2
Length: 03:26
In this lesson Bubba shares some additional tips on protecting yourself and detecting exhaust leaks.
Module: Inside Parked Truck

• Small Cut Leads to Serious Infection
Length: 02:56
Bill loses a finger after he allows a small cut to go untreated and it becomes infected. Always treat wounds, even smalls ones, properly. If you can’t treat it properly, seek medical attention.
Module: Opening/Closing Trailer Door

The final 11 videos are Spanish versions of titles already available to you in English. They can be found in the “New Spanish Videos” Section and include the following titles:

• Driving in the Dark
Length: 07:25
This video discusses the many situations you can encounter while driving at night and how to properly respond to them.
Module: Night Driving

• Fighting Fatigue
Length: 05:47
This video discusses how to properly fight nighttime fatigue while driving in the dark.
Module: Night Driving

• Preparing for the Dark
Length: 06:01
This video discusses proper maintenance of your vehicle and your body specifically for nighttime driving.
Module: Night Driving

• The Dangers of Night Driving
Length: 04:40
This video discusses the many dangers of driving during the night time hours.
Module: Night Driving

• Coupling – 2016
Length: 05:47
This video discusses the proper procedures involved in coupling a trailer, including methods of approach and contact and identification of parts and hazards.
Module: Coupling And Uncoupling – 2016

• Uncoupling – 2016
Length: 02:58
This video discusses the proper procedures involved in uncoupling a trailer, including the importance of solid ground, inspection, and personal safety.
Module: Coupling And Uncoupling – 2016

• Danger Close
Length: 02:45
Sean fractures his left wrist while falling out of his trailer. Always remain aware of your proximity to danger.
Module: Performing Truck/Trailer Maintenance

• Hazmat Shoeboxes
Length: 03:15
Harry is injured when part of his shifted load falls on him. Always check the security of your load prior to departure, and treat all loads with respect. Even a shoe box can injure you.
Module: Opening/Closing Trailer Door

• Tarps Plus Wind Equals Parasailing
Length: 03:13
B.J. is severely injured when trying to restrain a tarp on a windy day. Always remain patient and anticipate trouble. Contact dispatch and ask others for assistance if necessary.
Module: Tarping or Untarping

• True Cost of a Pallet Jack
Length: 03:13
Connie herniates a disc while pushing freight after she loans out her pallet jack. Make sure you have your material handling aids and use them at all times.
Module: Unloading/Assisting/Tailgating Freight

• Twelve O’Clock High
Length: 03:05
Virgil sustains a concussion from falling ice while opening his trailer doors. Always check your blind spots, especially twelve o’clock high, prior to opening trailer doors.
Module: Opening/Closing Trailer Door

Please contact your client services representative at 877-792-3866, ext. 300, if you have any questions.

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Vertical Alliance Group is committed to ensuring you have access to the best training videos in the industry.  This month we released 24 new safety training videos for you to utilize. The first two videos are found in the “Trucking Industry” Section and focus on the new electronic logging device mandate and traffic control devices.

• Electronic Logging Device Mandate – 2016
  Length: 08:49
  This video contains the major components of the ELD Mandate, important information for carriers and drivers regarding the rule, and the dates for the implementation timeline.
  Module: Electronic Logging Device Mandate – 2016
• Traffic Signs
  Length: 12:36
  This video discusses the many categories of traffic signs, highlighting shapes, coloration, and information that the different categories present.
  Module: Traffic Control Devices

The next five videos are part of our Real. Life. Lessons. series and include the following titles:

• Far Far Away
  Length: 02:57
  Cory sustains a shoulder injury he believes to be minor. Instead of immediately reporting it and receiving assistance, he waits and it gets worse. Always report injuries immediately.
  Module: Strapping/Chaining Flatbed Freight
• That Just Stinks
  Length: 02:38
  Dan trips and falls after being surprised on the side of the road by a skunk. Keep natural hazards, such as animals, in mind.
  Module: Strapping/Chaining Flatbed Freight
• I am Hurt What Should I Do
  Length: 03:03
  Larry, Moe, and Curly all receive injuries on someone else’s property. Of course the first priority is always medical attention, but remember, report all injuries as soon as possible so that management can assume control of the situation.
  Module: Loading/Unloading Bulk Trailers
• The Luck Factor
  Length: 02:55
  Luck is not a factor. Always use three points of contact, maintain awareness, and constantly evaluate your situation.
  Module: Entering/Exiting Truck Cab
• Watch Where You Are Walking
  Length: 02:49
  Mark trips while walking and receives serious injuries. Basic lesson, always focus on the task at hand and watch where you’re going, whether it’s driving or walking.
  Module: Slips and Trips

The final 17 videos are Spanish versions of titles already available to you in English.  They can be found in the “New Spanish Videos” Section.

• FMCSA Coercion Drivers
  Length: 05:56
  This video discusses the Driver Coercion Rule and how it applies to drivers. Know your rights and protect yourself.
• FMCSA Coercion Supervisors
  Length: 06:14
  This video discusses the Driver Coercion Rule. It details the processes involved and reminds that personnel who interact with drivers must be aware of the language they use.
• Blood and Body Fluid Training
  Length: 10:42
  This video is intended to bring  awareness to employees who might occasionally be exposed to blood or bodily fluids in the course of their work and need to be prepared to minimize their risk.
• Alcohol is a Drug Too
  Length: 06:47 
  The purpose of this presentation is to understand the impact that alcohol can have on your brain and the damage it can do.
• How Do I Tell Them?
  Length: 04:59
  This video discusses how to approach and handle a situation in which you must refer an employee for a reasonable suspicion test. It discusses helpful tips to keep the situation calm and firmly in your control.
• What Decision Would You Make – Part 1
  Length: 06:35
  This video discusses a mock scenario in which a supervisor has the opportunity to refer an employee for a reasonable suspicion test. It describes the scenario and then discusses why you should or shouldn’t refer an employee for a test.
• What Decision Would You Make – Part 2
  Length: 07:42
  This video discusses a mock scenario in which a supervisor has the opportunity to refer an employee for a reasonable suspicion test. It describes the scenario and then discusses why you should or shouldn’t refer an employee for a test.
• What Decision Would You Make – Part 3
  Length:03:26
  This video discusses a mock scenario in which a supervisor has the opportunity to refer an employee for a reasonable suspicion test. It describes the scenario and then discusses why you should or shouldn’t refer an employee for a test.
• What Decision Would You Make – Part 4
  Length: 03:58
  This video discusses a mock scenario in which a supervisor has the opportunity to refer an employee for a reasonable suspicion test. It describes the scenario and then discusses why you should or shouldn’t refer an employee for a test.
• Minimum Annual Testing Rate
  Length: 01:47
  The FMCSA has reduced the minimum annual random controlled substances testing rate for CDL drivers from the current rate of 50 percent to 25 percent. This video details the change.
• Reasonable Suspicion Introduction
  Length:10:23
  This video is the introduction to a series of videos designed to help increase your awareness of drugs and alcohol abuse in the workplace. This video details many statistics about drug and alcohol abuse.
• Reasonable Suspicion Basics
  Length: 05:50
  This video defines reasonable suspicion, describes the standards for making a determination, and provides guidance regarding employee interviews.
• Collection Site Security – Part 1
  Length: 06:45   
  This video discusses the ten steps to collection site security and integrity and the site requirements for testing.
• Collection Site Security – Part 2
  Length: 07:09
  This video details how to secure a facility for testing.
• Collection Site Security – Part 3
  Length: 05:25
  This video discusses the collector’s responsibilities by going through an example test step by step.
• Collection Site Security – Part 4
  Length: 04:52
  This video reviews the ten steps involved in collection site security and contains a closing statement from Jim Swart, the ODAPC Director.
• Reasonable Suspicion Drugs Review
  Length: 11:13
  This video discusses the five reasons for testing and reviews the causes and situations around reasonable suspicion testing.

Please contact your client services representative at 877-792-3866, ext. 300, if you have any questions. Find more great training videos on our expansive training library.

Vertical Alliance Group is committed to ensuring you have access to the best training videos in the industry. This month we released 18 new safety training videos for you to utilize. The first two video releases focus on coupling and uncoupling a trailer and include:

Coupling – 2016
This video discusses the proper procedures involved in coupling a trailer, including methods of approach and contact and identification of parts and hazards.
Module: Coupling And Uncoupling – 2016

Uncoupling – 2016
This video discusses the proper procedures involved in uncoupling a trailer, including the importance of solid ground, inspection, and personal safety.
Module: Coupling And Uncoupling – 2016

The next four releases focus on best practices when driving at night and include:

Driving in the Dark
This video discusses the many situations you can encounter while driving at night and how to properly respond to them.
Module: Night Driving

Fighting Fatigue
This video discusses how to properly fight nighttime fatigue while driving in the dark.
Module: Night Driving

Preparing for the Dark
This video discusses proper maintenance of your vehicle and your body specifically for nighttime driving.
Module: Night Driving

The Dangers of Night Driving
This video discusses the many dangers of driving during the night time hours.
Module: Night Driving

The next two releases focus on the new DOT Medical Exam forms and include:

DOT Medical Forms Update – Part 1
In this video Lawerence Earl, M.D., discusses the new Medical Examination Report Form and the changes from the previous version.
Module: DOT Medical Forms Update – April 2016

DOT Medical Forms Update – Part 2
In this video Lawerence Earl, M.D., continues his discussion on the new Medical Examination Report Form and the changes from the previous version.
Module: DOT Medical Forms Update – April 2016

The next five videos focus on the new Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and include:

FSMA Imports
This video discusses the effect of the Food Safety Modernization Act on food imports and why the changes are necessary.
Module: FSMA Imports

FSMA Inspections & Compliance
This video discusses the inspection and compliance criteria established by the Food Safety Modernization Act and what the industry can look out for in the future.
Module: FSMA Inspections & Compliance

FSMA Intro & Overview Part 1
This video discusses the Food Safety Modernization Act as a whole. It details the overview of prevention standards and discusses standards for inspections, compliance, and response.
Module: FSMA Intro & Overview Part 1

FSMA Intro & Overview Part 2
This video discusses the Food Safety Modernization Act. It details the overview of import safety, the vital nature of partnership, the approach to implementation, and several of the challenges involved.
Module: FSMA Intro & Overview Part 1

FSMA Preventative Controls
This video discusses the preventative controls being created by the Food Safety Modernization Act and how they can benefit consumers and the industry.
Module: FSMA Preventative Controls

The final five videos are part of our Real. Life. Lessons. Series. and include:

Danger Close Sean fractures his left wrist while falling out of his trailer. Always remain aware of your proximity to danger. Module: Performing Truck/Trailer Maintenance

Hazmat Shoeboxes Harry is injured when part of his shifted load falls on him. Always check the security of your load prior to departure, and treat all loads with respect. Even a shoe box can injure you. Module: Opening/Closing Trailer Door

Tarps Plus Wind Equals Parasailing B.J. is severely injured when trying to restrain a tarp on a windy day. Always remain patient and anticipate trouble. Contact dispatch and ask others for assistance if necessary. Module: Tarping or Untarping

True Cost of a Pallet Jack Connie herniates a disc while pushing freight after she loans out her pallet jack. Make sure you have your material handling aids and use them at all times. Module: Unloading/Assisting/Tailgating Freight

Twelve O’Clock High Virgil sustains a concussion from falling ice while opening his trailer doors. Always check your blind spots, especially twelve o’clock high, prior to opening trailer doors. Module: Opening/Closing Trailer Door

Please contact your client services representative at 877-792-3866, ext. 300, if you have any questions.

Vertical Alliance Group is committed to ensuring you have access to the best training videos in the student transportation industry. This month we have released 7 new videos for you to utilize in your safety training meetings and in-services. The 7 releases focus on reasonable suspicion testing and what you must know at your fleet implementing a reasonable suspicion testing program. These video is in the Reasonable Suspicion Testing Section.

Reasonable Suspicion Drugs – Introduction
Module – Reasonable Suspicion Testing
Length: 12:17
This video discusses prohibited drug use in the workplace and details five common drug types to watch out for.

Reasonable Suspicion Drugs – Supervisor Liability
Module – Reasonable Suspicion Testing
Length: 05:37
This video discusses the liability of a supervisor that does not take correct action in a situation involving Reasonable Suspicion.

Reasonable Suspicion Drugs – Collection Site Security – Part 1
Module – Reasonable Suspicion Testing
Length: 06:45
This video discusses the ten steps to collection site security and integrity and the site requirements for testing.

Reasonable Suspicion Drugs – Collection Site Security – Part 2
Module – Reasonable Suspicion Testing
Length: 07:09
This video details how to secure a facility for testing.

Reasonable Suspicion Drugs – Collection Site Security – Part 3
Module – Reasonable Suspicion Testing
Length: 05:25
This video discusses the collector’s responsibilities by going through an example test set by step.

Reasonable Suspicion Drugs – Collection Site Security – Part 4
Module – Reasonable Suspicion Testing
Length: 04:52
This video reviews the ten steps involved in collection site security and contains a closing statement from Jim Swart, the ODAPC director.

Reasonable Suspicion Drugs – Review
Module – Reasonable Suspicion Testing
Length: 11:13
This video discusses the five reasons for testing and reviews the causes and situations around reasonable suspicion testing.

Please contact your client services representative at 877-792-3866, ext. 300, if you have any questions.