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According to a notice scheduled to be published in the Federal Register tomorrow (5/14), FMCSA is rescinding the requirements that carriers wishing to participate in the under-21 Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program (1) have inward facing cameras installed; and (2) register their apprenticeship program with the Department of Labor. These changes stem from Congress's directive in its March 9, 2024 Consolidated Appropriations Act that FMCSA remove these requirements to help bolster voluntary participation in the program. The inward-facing camera and DOL apprenticeship registration requirements were widely derided by many in the industry, and almost certainly contributed to the extremely low participation numbers to date. More details here: https://lnkd.in/gu_kSTii #trucking #truckingindustry #dotcompliance #trucksafe

Accident repair bodyshops in the UK. One major difficulty is getting and retaining staff. Just been reading about government apprenticeship funding. Bit of a minefield to negotiate but there are grants to help with the cost of training apprentices. It’s an investment in your future staffing and will surely reward you with another loyal member of staff. This is worth looking into if you are not already employing apprentices. Suggestion to Governments - enlarge, simplify and publicise the schemes. Country needs more qualified staff.

Interesting read on the FMCSA’s new rule regarding inward facing cameras for apprenticeship programs. If you are interested in becoming an Employer Partner of our CDL Class A Registered Apprenticeship Program, connect with me. We can discuss employer partners incentives, and more!!!

Motor carriers should consider ways to improve entry-level driver training initiatives, such as Registered Apprenticeships. Drivers should welcome ongoing training, such as outward and inward-facing camera technologies, which are used as a way to enhance driver skills and capabilities. Learn more about our core safety reforms: https://bit.ly/3JeHgdb #SaferRoadsForAll #RoadSafety #Trucking #Transportation

Expand Your Opportunities with NCCER-Certified Apprenticeships Government bids often require stringent qualifications, and that’s where Merit Apprenticeship Alliance steps in. Our apprenticeship programs are designed to meet the specific needs of contractors looking to secure government contracts. With a focus on Iron Workers, Carpenters, Cement Mason Finishers, and more, our NCCER training equips your team with the skills they need to excel. Don’t have an apprenticeship program in place? No problem—our MACTI school offers open enrollment to help you build a strong and certified workforce. If you're ready to expand your opportunities and take on larger contracts, we’re here to help you every step of the way. #GovernmentContracting #CertifiedSkilledLabor #NCCERTraining #ApprenticeshipPrograms

Examples of Successful Hybrid apprenticeship Programs Several successful hybrid apprenticeship programs have been implemented across the United States. For instance, the BMW Rising Scholars program allows high school seniors to work part-time at BMW Manufacturing while attending school. develop career-ready skills in advanced manufacturing through a combination of paid on-the-job training and college-level classroom instruction. Other examples include  Siemens, which leverages its apprenticeship program to develop talent for roles in advanced manufacturing and engineering, recently launched an Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Registered Apprenticeship program at its manufacturing hub in North Carolina, Yellow Corporation committed to developing new dockworker and truck mechanic Registered Apprenticeship programs and launching initiatives to determine ways its Registered Apprenticeship Driving Academies can introduce more women and people of color to truck driving careers. This builds on their establishment of 20 Registered Apprenticeship Driving Academies over the past two years, in partnership with Teamsters, and their commitment to hire 1,000 truck driver apprentices.

If you're only hiring and hoping, you're not doing enough. Building successful companies means demonstrating support for growth of crafts skills and professionalism. We all need to invest in that progress. This is one of the core priorities in the collaboration between our unions and our partner employers.

As the largest workforce education provider for the electronics manufacturing industry, IPC applauds U.S. President Joe Biden's recent Executive Order aimed at expanding apprenticeships across the United States. We think it's a helpful step forward to direct the federal government to expand apprenticeships within its own ranks and incentivize industry participation through procurement and grant incentives. This action aligns with IPC's ongoing efforts and follows the U.S. Department of Labor's approval last November of IPC's National Program Standards of Apprenticeship – a historic milestone for the U.S. electronics manufacturing industry. Closing the workforce gap with speed and scale is crucial, particularly in an industry where tens of thousands of new workers will be needed over the next decade. Stay tuned for more IPC initiatives in this area, coming soon. Check out the White House fact sheet for more information. https://lnkd.in/ee528h4E

Why Contractors Need a Skilled Workforce to Win Bids To win government contracts, contractors need more than just a solid business strategy—they need a skilled, certified workforce. That’s where Merit Apprenticeship Alliance comes in. We offer comprehensive apprenticeship programs designed specifically for Iron Workers, Carpenters, Heavy Equipment Operators, and more. With NCCER certification as part of our training, we ensure your team is well-prepared to meet the challenges of large-scale government projects. Not only does this give you a competitive edge, but it also increases your chances of delivering projects on time and within budget. Ready to take the next step? Our MACTI school offers open enrollment for additional training, helping you stay ahead of the curve. #SkilledWorkforce #GovernmentContracting #WinningBids #ContractorTraining

Have you heard of the Lean Belt Apprenticeship Scheme? Did you know you can enrol your staff into training, funded 95-100% by the Government Apprenticeship Levy? The first step of your Continuous Improvement journey begins with the L3 Improvement Technician Yellow Belt. Below we have attached a free introductory flyer showcasing important details about the Improvement Technician role. If interested, download and share with your factory. If you are want to learn to overcome obstacles, improve production processes and instil a Lean Mindset in your workforce, an Improvement Technician Apprenticeship may be the perfect fit for you. Find out more by signing up for our discovery webinar on Building a Lean Factory with fully-funded CI Training, here, our next is on Wednesday 15th May at 12pm: https://lnkd.in/eRDVYx6M Head to our website to discover more on CI Apprenticeships, download the flyers and full course brochures to take in everything there is to know at your own pace: li-fe.co.uk