Schedule

08:00 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Equipment Set-up

David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level One, Hall D/E

12:00 PM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Registration Desk

04:00 PM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Team Leader Orientation

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 3-4

05:30 PM ET - 07:00 PM ET

Contestant Orientation

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 3-4

06:30 AM ET - 08:00 AM ET

Networking Breakfast | Sponsored by Schneider

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

Sponsored by Schneider.

06:30 AM ET - 07:00 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Brigade

07:00 AM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Registration Desk

08:00 AM ET - 09:00 AM ET

General Session

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

• National Anthems and Presentation of the Colors – Pennsylvania State Police – Ceremonial Unit
• Recognition of Sponsors – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Transit; NAIC Chair
• Recognition of Host Jurisdiction – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Transit; NAIC Chair
• Host Jurisdiction’s Remarks – Maj. Thomas A. Hertlein, Director, Bureau of Patrol, Pennsylvania State Police
• NAIC Chair’s Opening Remarks – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Transit; NAIC Chair
• Roll Call of Contestants – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Transit; NAIC Chair
• CVSA President’s Remarks – Maj. Erick McGuire, Florida Highway Patrol; CVSA President
• American Trucking Associations’ National Truck Driving Championships and National Step Van Driving Championships Committee Chairman’s Remarks – TBA
• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Remarks – TBA
• 2025 NAIC Grand Champion’s Remarks – Cpl. Dustin Henderson, Texas Department of Public Safety
• NAIC Chair’s Closing Remarks – Richard Roberts, British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Transit; NAIC Chair

08:00 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Equipment Set-up

David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level One, Hall D/E

09:00 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET

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

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Rivers

Follow the team leaders and CVSA staff after the general session to get photos taken and for contestants to be recorded for the introductory video that will air at the awards ceremony.

10:30 AM ET - 11:00 AM ET

Networking Refreshment Break | Sponsored by Scopelitis Transportation Consulting LLC

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

Sponsored by Scopelitis Transportation Consulting LLC.

11:00 AM ET - 12:00 PM ET

Contestant Training – CVSA 101

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

This session will discuss the roadside inspector’s role 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

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Rivers

12:00 PM ET - 01:00 PM ET

Networking Lunch (Provided)

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

01:00 PM ET - 02:30 PM ET

U.S. Contestant Training – Hazardous Materials Regulations Compliance

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

U.S. contestants will receive “back to the basics” hazardous materials training, including shipping paper, marking, labeling and placarding regulations.

01:00 PM ET - 02:30 PM ET

Canadian Contestant Training – Dangerous Goods Regulations Compliance

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Traders

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

02:30 PM ET - 03:00 PM ET

Networking Refreshment and Snack Break | Sponsored by ABF Freight and R+L Carriers

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

Sponsored by ABF Freight and R+L Carriers.

03:00 PM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Contestant Training – Cross-Border HM/DG Training

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

This training will highlight key similarities and significant differences between the U.S. Hazardous Materials Regulations and Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations. Contestants will gain an improved understanding of regulatory requirements related to cross-border movement of hazardous materials/dangerous goods (HM/DG) and will be able to more effectively assess compliance of such shipments.

04:00 PM ET - 05:30 PM ET

Contestant Training – HM/DG Olympics (Team Event)

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

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

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

Unwind after a productive day and join us for an evening of networking, connection, conversation and camaraderie.

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 bowl. A live drawing will be done for the full collection of patches.

Sponsored by Amazon.

07:00 AM ET - 08:00 AM ET

Networking Breakfast | Sponsored by Western Express Inc.

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

Sponsored by Western Express Inc.

07:00 AM ET - 07:30 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Brigade

07:00 AM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Event Registration and Member Services

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Registration Desk

08:00 AM ET - 09:00 AM ET

Contestant Training – Passenger Carrier Vehicle Training

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

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

09:00 AM ET - 09:30 AM ET

Networking Refreshment Break

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

09:30 AM ET - 11:30 AM ET

Contestant Training – Practical Passenger Carrier Vehicles

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

Contestants will receive hands-on training on passenger carrier vehicles, including the regulations and out-of-service criteria specific to passenger-carrying vehicles, and new safety features of a motorcoach.

10:30 AM ET - 11:30 AM ET

Judge Orientation

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

11:30 AM ET - 12:30 PM ET

Networking Lunch (Provided)

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

12:30 PM ET - 02:30 PM ET

Contestant Training – Human Trafficking 201

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

This training from TAT (formerly known as Truckers Against Trafficking) will equip contestants with deeper, skills-based knowledge to identify and investigate labor and sex trafficking, with a specialized focus on trafficking within trucking and broader transportation industries. Through scenario-based learning, interview techniques and prosecution-focused content, contestants will learn about real-world indicators, investigative strategies and disruption opportunities.

01:30 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

On-site Level I FedEx Driver Orientation

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

01:30 PM ET - 03:30 PM ET

On-site Passenger Carrier Vehicle Driver Orientation

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

02:30 PM ET - 03:00 PM ET

Networking Refreshment and Snack Break | Sponsored by Hendrickson International

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

Sponsored by Hendrickson International.

03:00 PM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Contestant Training – CVSA Challenge (Team Event)

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

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

04:00 PM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Contestant Training – How to Document a Violation

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 1

You’ll learn about the importance of properly documenting violations. We’ll review the scoring criteria and scoresheets that we’ll use throughout the competition.

06:30 AM ET - 07:00 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Brigade

06:30 AM ET - 07:30 AM ET

Networking Breakfast

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

07:45 AM ET - 04:00 PM ET

Competition Elements

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

• 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 David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level Three, Room 335
  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 David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level Three, Room 333
  Bullpen 3	Contestant Exam Room David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level Three, Room 334
  Bullpen 4	Contestant Holding Area David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level One, Hall D/E

   

  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)

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

04:00 PM ET - 08:00 PM ET

Equipment Teardown and Set-up

David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level One, Hall D/E

05:30 AM ET - 06:00 AM ET

Staff Meeting

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Brigade

05:30 AM ET - 06:15 AM ET

Networking Breakfast

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 2

06:30 AM ET - 07:00 AM ET

Contestant Line Up

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

07:00 AM ET - 07:30 AM ET

Introduction of NTDC/NSVDC and CVSA NAIC State Champions

David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level Two, Hall A

07:30 AM ET - 12:00 PM ET

Competition Elements

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

• North American Standard HM/DG Inspection
  

  Bullpen 1	Contestant Briefing Room David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level Three, Room 335
  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 David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level Three, Room 333
  Bullpen 3	Contestant Holding Area David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level One, Hall D/E
  	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

David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level One, Hall D/E

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

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 3

01:30 PM ET - 05:00 PM ET

Contestant Free Time

05:15 PM ET - 05:45 PM ET

Contestant Assembly (with NTDC/NSVDC)

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

05:45 PM ET - 08:30 PM ET

NTDC/NSVDC and CVSA NAIC Awards Banquet (Ticketed Event)

David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level Two, Hall C

Host: Maj. Erick McGuire, Florida Highway Patrol; CVSA President

• Video Safety Message – Sponsored by Fleetworthy
• John Youngblood Award of Excellence
• Team Award – FedEx Freight
• North American Standard HM/DG Inspection and North American Cargo Tank/Other Bulk Packagings Inspection Awards – Sponsored by National Tank Truck Carriers
• 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 The Davey Tree Expert Company
• Jimmy K. Ammons Grand Champion Award – Sponsored by PrePass Safety Alliance

08:30 PM ET - 09:00 PM ET

Award Winner Photos

David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Level Two, Hall C