Schedule

08:00 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Equipment Set-up

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall F

12:00 PM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom Foyer

04:00 PM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Team Leader Orientation

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom EF

05:30 PM ET - 07:00 PM ET

Contestant Orientation

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom EF

06:30 AM ET - 07:00 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Theory

06:30 AM ET - 07:30 AM ET

Networking Breakfast | Sponsored by Kepler51 Analytics and Builders FirstSource

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Sponsored by Kepler51 Analytics and Builders FirstSource.

07:00 AM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom Foyer

08:00 AM ET - 09:00 AM ET

General Session

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom CD

• Presentation of the Colors – Indiana State Police Color Guard
• National Anthems – Angela McGuire
• Recognition of Sponsors – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure; NAIC Chair
• Recognition of Host Jurisdiction – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure; NAIC Chair
• Host Jurisdiction’s Remarks – Supt. Douglas G. Carter, Commander, Indiana State Police
• NAIC Chair’s Opening Remarks – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure; NAIC Chair
• Roll Call of Contestants – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure; NAIC Chair
• CVSA President’s Remarks – Col. Russ Christoferson, Montana Department of Transportation; CVSA President
• American Trucking Associations’ National Truck Driving Championships and National Step Van Driving Championships Committee Chairman’s Remarks – Patricia Gillette, PhD, Nevada Trucking Association; Chair, NTDC-NSVDC Committee, ATA
• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Remarks – Sue Lawless, Executive Director and Chief Safety Officer, FMCSA
• 2023 NAIC Grand Champion’s Remarks – Tomasz Krolak, Minnesota State Patrol; 2023 Jimmy K. Ammons NAIC Grand Champion
• NAIC Chair’s Closing Remarks – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure; NAIC Chair

08:00 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Equipment Set-up

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall F

09:00 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET

Contestant, Group and Team Photos, Volunteer Photos and Contestant Video Introductions

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom EF

10:30 AM ET - 11:00 AM ET

Networking Refreshment Break | Sponsored by Aurora Innovation Inc., The Davey Tree Expert Company, Hendrickson, and Railsback HazMat Safety Professionals LLC

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Sponsored by Aurora Innovation Inc., The Davey Tree Expert Company, Hendrickson and Railsback HazMat Safety Professionals LLC.

11:00 AM ET - 12:00 PM ET

Contestant Training - CVSA 101

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom CD

This session will discuss the role of the roadside inspector in the “big picture” of CVSA. You will learn about the Issue/Request for Action process, changes to the out-of-service criteria and development of inspection bulletins and operational policies. Find out how to become involved and a leader in the Alliance.

11:00 AM ET - 11:30 AM ET

Guest Orientation

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Theory

12:00 PM ET - 01:00 PM ET

Networking Lunch (Provided) | Sponsored by ABF Freight, Marathon Petroleum Company, and Schneider

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis

Sponsored by ABF Freight, Marathon Petroleum Company and Schneider.

01:00 PM ET - 03:00 PM ET

U.S. Contestant Training - Hazardous Materials Regulations Compliance

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom CD

U.S. contestants will receive “back to the basics” hazardous materials (HM) training. The training will include shipping paper, marking, labeling, and placarding regulations.

01:00 PM ET - 03:00 PM ET

Canadian Contestant Training - Dangerous Goods Regulations Compliance

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Concept A

Canadian contestants will receive dangerous goods (DG) training covering schedules, emergency response assistance plans, documentation, special cases, safety marks (labels and placards) and an overview of means of containment standards.

03:00 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

Networking Refreshment and Snack Break | Sponsored by Aurora Innovation Inc. and R+L Carriers Inc.

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Sponsored by Aurora Innovation Inc. and R+L Carriers Inc.

03:30 PM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Contestant Training - HM/DG Olympics (Team Event)

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom CD

Challenge yourself and test your knowledge of hazardous materials/dangerous goods (HM/DG). Score points for your team.

07:00 PM ET - 09:00 PM ET

Sponsor Recognition, Volunteer Appreciation and Patch Exchange Reception | Sponsored by Amazon

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Contestants, remember to bring your department/agency patches to exchange with your peers. Once you arrive at the reception, make sure you place one patch on the board and one patch in the drawing bowl.

Sponsored by Amazon.

07:00 AM ET - 07:30 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Theory

07:00 AM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom Foyer

07:30 AM ET - 08:30 AM ET

Networking Breakfast | Sponsored by Kepler51 Analytics and Builders FirstSource

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Sponsored by Kepler51 Analytics and Builders FirstSource.

08:00 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Equipment Set-up

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall F

08:30 AM ET - 09:30 AM ET

Contestant Training - Hydraulic Brakes

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom CD

Receive an in-depth review of updated inspection procedures pertaining to hydraulic brakes and light-duty trailers.

09:30 AM ET - 10:00 AM ET

Contestant Training - Passenger Carrier Vehicles

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Hyatt Regency CD

Classroom training will be provided on passenger carrier vehicle inspections, including the regulations and out-of-service criteria specific to passenger-carrying vehicles, safety features, and the inspection bulletin on emergency exit guidance.

10:00 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET

Networking Refreshment Break | Sponsored by The Davey Tree Expert Company, GFL Environmental Services Inc., Hendrickson and Scopelitis Transportation Consulting LLC

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Sponsored by The Davey Tree Expert Company, GFL Environmental Services Inc., Hendrickson and Scopelitis Transportation Consulting LLC.

10:30 AM ET - 12:30 PM ET

Contestant Training - Practical Hydraulic Brake and Passenger Carrier Vehicles

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall F

Inspectors will receive hands-on training on hydraulic brakes and passenger carrier vehicles.

11:00 AM ET - 12:00 PM ET

Judge Orientation

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom EF

12:30 PM ET - 01:30 PM ET

Networking Lunch (Provided) | Sponsored by ABF Freight and Schneider.

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Sponsored by ABF Freight and Schneider.

01:30 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

On-site Level I FedEx Driver Orientation

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Room 143

01:30 PM ET - 02:30 PM ET

Contestant Training - CVSA Challenge (Team Event)

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom CD

Challenge yourself and test your knowledge on everything CVSA. Score points for your team.

01:30 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

On-site Passenger Carrier Vehicle Driver Orientation

Indiana Convention Center

02:30 PM ET - 03:00 PM ET

Networking Refreshment and Snack Break | Sponsored by Canadian National Transportation, Pressure Systems International, R+L Carriers Inc. and Torc Robotics Inc.

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Sponsored by Canadian National Transportation, Pressure Systems International, R+L Carriers Inc. and Torc Robotics Inc.

03:00 PM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Contestant Training - Commercial Vehicle Safety Programs of the Future

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom CD

A look into the future of commercial vehicle enforcement and safety with an introduction to the CVSA Level VIII Electronic Inspection and CVSA Enhanced CMV Inspection program for Automated Driving System (ADS) vehicles.

04:00 PM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Contestant Training - How to Document a Violation

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom CD

You’ll learn about the importance of properly documenting violations. The scoresheets for the competition will be reviewed for proper application throughout the event.

06:30 AM ET - 07:00 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Theory

06:30 AM ET - 07:30 AM ET

Networking Breakfast | Sponsored by Kepler51 Analytics

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency Ballroom AB

Sponsored by Kepler51 Analytics.

07:45 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Elements

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

• North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria Exam
• North American Standard Level I Inspection
• North American Standard Level I Procedure
• North American Standard Cargo Tank/Other Bulk Packagings Inspection
• North American Standard Passenger Carrier Vehicle Inspection
  
  

  Bullpen 1	Contestant Briefing Room Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Room 143
  7:45 a.m	Red and Blue
  8:45 a.m.	Yellow and Green
  11:00 a.m.	Purple and Orange
  Bullpen 2	Contestant Holding Room Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Room 144
  Bullpen 3	Contestant Exam Room Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Room 145
  Bullpen 4	Contestant Holding Area Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall F

   

  Time	Level I Inspection	Cargo Tank/ Other Bulk Packaging Inspection	Level V Passenger Carrier Vehicle Inspection	OOSC Exam
  8:30-9:25 a.m.	Red	½ Blue	½ Blue
  9:40-10:35 a.m.	Blue	½ Red	½ Red	Yellow and Green
  10:50-11:45 a.m.	Yellow	½ Green	½ Green	Red and Blue
  12-12:55 p.m.	Green	½ Yellow	½ Yellow	Purple and Orange
  1:10-2:05 p.m.	Purple	½ Orange	½ Orange
  2:30-3:25 p.m.	Orange	½ Purple	½ Purple

11:00 AM ET - 01:00 PM ET

Networking Lunch (Provided)

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Room 144

04:00 PM ET - 08:00 PM ET

Equipment Teardown and Set-up

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall F

05:30 AM ET - 06:00 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Theory

06:00 AM ET - 06:30 AM ET

Networking Breakfast

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency AB

06:30 AM ET - 07:00 AM ET

Contestant Line Up

Indiana Convention Center, Level 2, Room 236

07:00 AM ET - 07:30 AM ET

Introduction of Champions and Dignitaries Welcome

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall J

07:30 AM ET - 12:00 PM ET

Competition Elements

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

• North American Standard HM/DG Inspection
  

  Bullpen 1	Contestant Briefing Room Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Room 143
  7:30 a.m.	Orange and Green
  8:30 a.m.	Purple and Yellow
  9:30 a.m.	Red and Blue
  Bullpen 2	Contestant Holding Room Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Room 144
  Bullpen 3	Contestant Holding Area Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall F
  	Time HM/DG Inspection 8-8:30 a.m. Orange 8:35-9:05 a.m. Green 9:10-9:40 a.m. Purple 9:45-10:15 a.m. Yellow 10:20-10:50 a.m. Red 10:55-11:35 a.m. Blue

12:00 PM ET - 01:30 PM ET

Equipment Teardown and Ship Equipment

Indiana Convention Center, Level 1, Hall F

12:00 PM ET - 12:30 PM ET

Contestant Free Time (Lunch on Own)

12:30 PM ET - 01:30 PM ET

Contestant Question and Answer Period

Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Level 2, Regency CD

01:30 PM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Contestant Free Time

05:15 PM ET - 05:45 PM ET

Contestant Assembly (with NTDC/NSVDC)

JW Marriott

05:45 PM ET - 08:30 PM ET

NAIC-NTDC/NSVDC Awards Ceremony Banquet (Ticketed Event)

JW Marriott, Level 3, Grand Ballroom

Host: Col. Russ Christoferson, Montana Department of Transportation, CVSA President

• Video Safety Message, Sponsored by Kepler51 Analytics
• John Youngblood Award of Excellence
• Team Award, Sponsored by FedEx
• North American Standard HM/DG Inspection and North American Cargo Tank/Other Bulk Packagings Inspection Awards, Sponsored by National Tank Truck Carriers Inc.
• North American Standard Level V Passenger Carrier Vehicle Inspection Awards, Sponsored by American Bus Association and United Motorcoach Association
• North American Standard Level I Inspection Awards, Sponsored by J.B. Hunt Transport Inc.
• Country High Points, Sponsored by Trimac
• Jimmy K. Ammons Grand Champion Award, Sponsored by PrePass Safety Alliance 

08:30 PM ET - 09:00 PM ET

Award Winner Photos

JW Marriott, Level 3, Grand Ballroom