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North American Inspectors Championship (NAIC)

August 15-19, 2022

Indianapolis, Indiana

Schedule

Note: This year’s program dates begin on Monday, Aug. 15 and end Friday, Aug. 19. This schedule is subject to change.

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August 15, 2022

08:00 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Equipment Set-up

Exhibit Hall F, Indiana Convention Center

12:00 PM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Wabash Foyer, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

04:00 PM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Team Leader Orientation

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

05:30 PM ET - 07:00 PM ET

Contestant Orientation

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

August 16, 2022

06:00 AM ET - 08:00 AM ET

Networking Breakfast | Sponsored by Schneider

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Sponsored by Schneider

06:30 AM ET - 07:00 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Rooms 111, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

07:00 AM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Wabash Foyer, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

08:00 AM ET - 09:00 AM ET

General Session

Wabash Ballroom 3, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Moderator: Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, NAIC Chair

    • Color Guard Posting of Colors – Indiana State Police Color Guard Team
    • National Anthems – Canada, Mexico and the United States
      Canadian Anthem – Tpr. Kevin King, Indiana State Police
      Mexican Anthem – Sgt. Katie Salzman, Indiana State Police
      U.S. Anthem – Tpr. Aaron Allen, Indiana State Police
    • Host Jurisdiction Remarks – Superintendent Douglas G. Carter, Indiana State Police
    • Host Jurisdiction Recognition Plaque – Indiana State Police
    • Contestant Roll Call
    • CVSA President’s Remarks – Capt. John Broers, South Dakota Highway Patrol, CVSA President
    • National Truck Driving Championships and National Step Van Driving Championships Committee Chairman’s Remarks – Jason Wing, 2019-2022 Chairman, NTDC/NSVDC Committee; Vice President – Safety & Transportation Operations, Red Classic
    • Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Welcome Remarks –
      Jack Van Steenburg, FMCSA Executive Director and Chief Safety Officer
    • 2019 NAIC Grand Champion’s Remarks – Sgt. Benjamin Schropfer, Nebraska State Patrol

08:00 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Equipment Set-up

Indiana Convention Center

09:00 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET

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

10:30 AM ET - 11:00 AM ET

Networking Refreshment Break | Sponsored by ABF Freight and Zonar

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Sponsored by ABF Freight and Zonar Systems

11:00 AM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Mexico Training Breakout Room

Rooms 111, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

11:00 AM ET - 11:30 AM ET

Guest Orientation

Cabinet Room, The Westin Indianapolis, Ground Level

11:00 AM ET - 12:30 PM ET

Contestant Training – How to Properly Document a Violation

Wabash Ballroom 3, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Why do we DataQ? Industry shares examples of roadside inspection reports with a lack of violation description, incorrect information, or missing clarification on the inspection report. The score sheets for the competition will be reviewed for proper application throughout the event.

11:00 AM ET - 12:00 PM ET

Judge Orientation

Rooms 105-106, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

12:30 PM ET - 01:30 PM ET

Networking Lunch (Provided) | Sponsored by Amazon

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Sponsored by Amazon

01:30 PM ET - 02:30 PM ET

Contestant Training – Battery-Operated Vehicles

Wabash Ballroom 3, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Contestants will receive interactive classroom training on the
latest battery-operated vehicles (BEV) by Nikola. Inspectors will
learn the differences in this new technology from current modes
of power on commercial motor vehicles. Inspectors will also
have the opportunity to provide feedback to industry and CVSA
regarding training issues and suggested inspection procedure
updates.

02:30 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

Contestant Training – Autonomous Driving Systems

Wabash Ballroom 3, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Inspectors will receive interactive classroom training on
autonomous driving systems (ADS) technologies by Kodiak, and learn more about ADS and how it is being used on commercial motor vehicles. Inspectors will also have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback to industry and CVSA.

03:30 PM ET - 04:00 PM ET

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

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Sponsored by R+L Carriers Inc.

04:00 PM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Contestant Training – BEV and ADS Technologies

Exhibit Hall G, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Contestants will receive practical hands-on training on a Nikola
battery-operated vehicle and a Kodiak autonomous vehicle.

07:00 PM ET - 09:00 PM ET

Sponsor Recognition, Volunteer Appreciation and Patch Exchange Reception

Serpentine Lobby, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

August 17, 2022

06:00 AM ET - 06:30 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Room 111, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

07:00 AM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Wabash Foyer, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

07:30 AM ET - 08:30 AM ET

Networking Breakfast

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

08:00 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Equipment Set-up

Indiana Convention Center

08:30 AM ET - 10:00 AM ET

Contestant Training – Motorcoach Training

Wabash Ballroom 3, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Classroom training on motorcoach inspections with focus on the regulations, out-of-service criteria specific to passenger carrying vehicles, emergency exit egress requirements and new safety features of a motorcoach.

10:00 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET

Networking Refreshment Break

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

10:30 AM ET - 12:00 PM ET

Contestant Training – Motorcoach Training

Hall G, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Practical training on motorcoach inspections based on information detailed in the classroom training on the regulations, out-of-service criteria, emergency exit egress requirements and safety features of a motorcoach.

12:00 PM ET - 01:00 PM ET

Networking Lunch (Provided) | Sponsored by Amazon

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Sponsored by Amazon

01:00 PM ET - 03:00 PM ET

Contestant Training – HM/DG Regulation Compliance

Wabash Ballroom 3, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Hazardous materials (HM) training will cover compliance items including the HM procedure, agricultural operations, placards, labels, packaging, applicability of hazmat registration and safety permits, and cylinders. Dangerous Goods (DG) training will cover the schedules, emergency plans, training requirements, documentation, special cases, safety marks (labels and placards) and means of containment.

01:00 PM ET - 03:00 PM ET

Contestant Training – Canadian Dangerous Goods Training

Room 112, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Dangerous goods training will cover the schedules, ERAPs, training, documentation, safety marks, means of containment and special cases.

01:00 PM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Mexico Training Breakout Room

Room 111, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

01:30 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

On-site Level I FedEx Driver Orientation

Room 143, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

01:30 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

On-site Motorcoach Driver Orientation

Exhibit Hall F, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

03:00 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

Networking Refreshment and Snack Break | Sponsored by The Marino Group

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Sponsored by The Marino Group

03:30 PM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Contestant Training – HM/DG Olympics

Wabash Ballroom 3, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

Challenge yourself and test your knowledge of HM and DG.

August 18, 2022

06:00 AM ET - 06:30 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Room 111, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

06:30 AM ET - 07:30 AM ET

Networking Breakfast

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

08:00 AM ET - 06:00 PM ET

Competition Elements

Exhibit Hall F, 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
    Room 143, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1
    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
    Room 144, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1
    Bullpen 3 Contestant Exam Room
    Room 145, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1
    Bullpen 4 Contestant Holding Area
    Exhibit Hall F, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

     

    Time Level I Inspection Cargo Tank/ Other Bulk Packaging Inspection Level V Passenger Carrier Vehicle Inspection OOSC Exam
    8:30 – 9:25 Red ½ Blue ½ Blue
    9:40 – 10:35 Blue ½ Red ½ Red Yellow and Green
    10:50 – 11:45 Yellow ½ Green ½ Green Red and Blue
    12:00 – 12:55 Green ½ Yellow ½ Yellow Purple and Orange
    1:10 – 2:05 Purple ½ Orange ½ Orange
    2:20 – 3:25 Orange ½ Purple ½ Purple

11:00 AM ET - 01:00 PM ET

Networking Lunch (Provided)

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

04:00 PM ET - 08:00 PM ET

Equipment Teardown and Set-up

Indiana Convention Center

August 19, 2022

05:30 AM ET - 06:00 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Room 111, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

06:00 AM ET - 06:30 AM ET

Networking Breakfast

Rooms 101-104, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

06:40 AM ET - 06:50 AM ET

Holding Room

Indiana Convention Center

07:00 AM ET - 07:45 AM ET

Introduction of Champions and Dignitaries Welcome

Exhibit Hall J, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

08:00 AM ET - 12:00 PM ET

Competition Elements

Exhibit Hall F, Indiana Convention Center

  • North American Standard HM/DG Inspection

    Bullpen 1 Contestant Briefing Room
    Room 143, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1
    8:15 a.m.
    		 Orange and Green
    8:45 a.m.
    		 Purple and Yellow
    10:15 a.m.
    		 Red and Blue
    Bullpen 2 Contestant Holding Room
    Room 144, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1
    Bullpen 3 Contestant Holding Area
    Exhibit Hall F, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1
    Time HM/DG Inspection
    8:30 – 9:00 Orange
    9:05 – 9:35 Green
    9:40 – 10:10 Purple
    10:15 – 10:45 Yellow
    10:50 – 11:20 Red
    11:00 – 11:30 Blue

 

11:30 AM ET - 01:30 PM ET

Equipment Teardown and Ship Equipment

Indianapolis Convention Center

12:00 PM ET - 01:30 PM ET

Contestant Free Time (Lunch on Own)

01:30 PM ET - 02:30 PM ET

Contestant Question and Answer Period

Rooms 105-106, Indiana Convention Center, Level 1

02:30 PM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Contestant Free Time

05:45 PM ET - 07:30 PM ET

NAIC-NTDC/NSVDC Awards Ceremony

Sagamore Ballroom, Indiana Convention Center, Level 2

Moderator: Capt. John Broers, South Dakota Highway Patrol, CVSA President

  • Video Safety Message, Sponsored by PrePass Safety Alliance
  • John Youngblood Award of Excellence
  • Team Award, Sponsored by FedEx
  • North American Standard HM/DG and North American Cargo Tank/Other Bulk Packagings Inspection Awards, Sponsored by Amazon
  • 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 Yellow
  • Country High Points, Sponsored by J.B. Hunt
  • Jimmy K. Ammons Grand Champion Award, Sponsored by Amazon

07:30 PM ET - 08:00 PM ET

Award Winner Photos

Sagamore Ballroom, Indiana Convention Center, Level 2

07:30 PM ET - 09:30 PM ET

NAIC-NTDC/NSVDC Reception

Grand Ballroom, J.W. Marriott, 10 S West St, Indianapolis, IN 46204