OTA Institute: Periodic Inspection Training
8/27/2025 - 8/28/2025
Description
Federal law mandates that all commercial motor vehicles undergo annual inspections. Join us August 27-28 for a two-day course with Brandon Evans, Motor Carrier Enforcement Manager for the Ohio State Highway Patrol, to gain an in-depth understanding of the rules, regulations, and laws governing these inspections.
This hands-on course has been developed to meet the requirements of FMCSR 396.19 and will include the following topics:
- Comprehensive coverage of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation manual
- Thorough examination of inspection criteria as per 49 CFR Part 393
- In-depth analysis of inspection criteria outlined in 49 CFR Appendix G
- Comparison of Appendix G with roadside inspection criteria
- Understanding the disparities between Appendix G and the CVSA Out of Service criteria
- Familiarization with identifying defective components
- Detailed insights into criteria specified in 49 CFR Part 396
- A systematic and efficient inspection procedure
Participants should possess at least one year of experience as a mechanic or CMV maintenance personnel within a motor carrier maintenance program or commercial garage. As a participant, you will receive valuable resources, including the FMCSR manual, CVSA Out of Service Criteria manual, and other course materials. You will also receive a Certificate of Completion upon successfully passing a short written exam.
Schedule:
Day 1 - Wednesday, August 27
8:00 AM Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM Session Begins
12:00 PM Lunch
4:30 PM Day 1 Session Concludes
Day 2 - Thursday, August 28
8:00 AM Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 AM Session Begins
12:00 PM Lunch
4:30 PM Conclusion of Program
About the Trainer:
Brandon Evans, based in Central Ohio, serves as the Motor Carrier Enforcement Manager for the Ohio State Highway Patrol. He began his career with the Patrol in 2012 as a dispatcher and he quickly advanced to the role of Motor Carrier Enforcement Inspector later that same year. Through a series of promotions, Evans earned his current leadership role, where he oversees motor carrier operations and enforcement efforts as well as licensing and commercial standards.
Location:
Ohio Trucking Association Training Center
655 Cooper Road
Westerville, OH 43081
Nearby Hotel Options:
Renaissance Columbus Westerville – Polaris
409 Altair Pkwy, Westerville, OH 43082
(614) 882-6800
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus
2700 Corporate Exchange Dr., Westerville, OH 43231
(614) 890-8600
Refund Policy:
Our refund policy is as follows:
- You will receive a 100% refund if you cancel more than 10 days before the training.
- You will receive a 75% refund if you cancel more than 3 days before the training.
- You will receive no refund if you cancel less than 3 days before the training.
- No shows will be responsible to pay 100% of the registration fee.
OTA Member - $499
Non-Member - $599
655 Cooper Road
Westerville, OH 43081
OTA Institute