Hot Sheet
A Publication of the Colorado Motor Carriers Association
January 18, 2022

LAST CHANCE... Annual Directory / Advertising


Directory changes are due TODAY! 

Please email kate@cmca.com if you have updates to your current listing(s).

 

Lester Publications publishes our annual CMCA directory.  You may be contacted by Lester Publications, as they are starting to sell advertising for the annual directory. They are based in Canada.

 

If you would like to support CMCA and purchase advertising in the directory, Lester Publications will inform you on how to make payment to them. CMCA cannot receive the payment for advertising in the directory.

 
 
CMCA Hails Supreme Court’s Rejection of OSHA Vaccine-or-Test Mandate
 

CMCA has been working with ATA on blocking OSHA's vaccine mandate. We are thrilled to announce our collective efforts have paid off.

 

The Supreme Court blocks the Biden Administration Vaccine Mandate on private employers. Attached you will  find the press release from the American Trucking Associations.  Read More...
 
Upcoming 2022 Calendar:
 
Unless otherwise noted, these classes and meetings will take place in-person pending any changes in COVID regulations. 
 
Just a friendly reminder to RSVP NOW!
 
Jan 26 - Western Slope Meeting via Zoom (8:30am)
 
Feb. 3 - Safety Management Council (12:30pm)
 
Feb. 8 - Maintenance Council (11:30am)
 
Feb 10 - DOT Safety & Compliance Essentials (8am-4:30pm)
 
Mar 1 - Drug/Alcohol Policies and Procedures (8am-Noon)
 
Mar 1 - Drug/Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion (1pm-4pm)
 

 

Western Slope Meeting via ZOOM

January 26, 2022 * 8:30am-10:00am

 

Topic:  Positive Behavior Change

If you need to retain drivers/employees in a volatile market, please join us.  Everyone is welcome!

 

Speaker:  Jon Stanley, Synergy Solutions LLC

View Jon's Bio

 

This meeting will be held via ZOOM.  There is No Charge, but Advance Registration is REQUIRED.

 

Click here to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.


Safety Award Nominations for 2021 are Available - Deadline is Feb. 28th to Get Forms Submitted!

 

The Safety Management Council of the Colorado Motor Carriers Association is pleased to provide Safety Award Nominations.   You will find fillable nomination forms for:


Driver of the Month / Driver of the Year
Safety Professional of the Year
Fleet Safety Awards (View Fleet Safety Instructions)

 

Here are some ideas and comments from the Safety Award Selection Committee Judges on this year’s applications.

 

We highly recommend each of our member companies to submit nominations!  This is a great opportunity to recognize your company, drivers, and safety professionals for their dedication to highway safety.  Please read the enclosed information carefully, as some changes have been made.  Awards will be presented at the Safety Awards Banquet to be held on April 8, 2022.

 

All forms need to be returned to the Colorado Motor Carriers Association by February 28, 2022 to be eligible.  If you have any questions about the Competition, please contact Patti Gillette at (303) 433-3375, extension 104 or patti@cmca.com.
Central 70 Closures

Josephine Street from 45th to 46th North avenues will be closed from Jan. 24 to Feb. 11.

 

Then, the Brighton Boulevard on-ramp to eastbound I-70 will be closed from 8 p.m., Feb. 1 – 5 a.m., Feb. 7.

 

Detour maps are below.


A Handy Guide to 2022 OSHA Deadlines and Resources

 

It’s the start of a new year, which is always a great time to get organized. As 2022 begins, it’s an opportunity to refresh yourself on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordkeeping guidelines and see what’s new. Use this rundown of resources and information for reference all year long.

 

Who Must Keep Records for OSHA?

Read More...

2022-23 Ray Smith Scholarship Applications Available - Please share with your Employees!

 

The CMCA Scholarship Committee met and has released applications for the 2022-2023 Ray Smith Scholarship Program.

Eligible recipients include High School graduating seniors to returning College and Technical School students.  Scholarships valued at up to $2,500 will be awarded in May.

 

Annually, the Ray Smith Scholarship program helps fund continuing education / training for worthy students furthering their academic or technical training.  The Scholarship Program is funded through generous donations from CMCA members, memorial gifts and other fundraising activities.  For more information on the program, visit our website.

 

Download an ACADEMIC scholarship application

Download a VOCATIONAL scholarship application

 

Completed applications MUST be received in full by 4:00pm on April 29, 2022. 

 

 

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