DRIVING SAFETY IN 2026
DRIVING SAFETY
IN 2026
A one day seminar co-sponsored by Idealease, Inc. and NPTC
Idealease Safety & Compliance Seminar
The 2026 Idealease/NPTC Safety Seminar will give you strategies and information that fleet managers need to comply with the FMCSA regulations and navigate safety and compliance in 2026.
2026 Safety & Compliance Topics:
- Driver Safety & Qualifications
- Vehicle Maintenance & Hours of Service
- Compliance & Data-Driven Safety (CSA & Elevate)
Date:
April 28
7:30am – 3:00pm
Location:
Pleasanton Marriott
11950 Dublin Canyon Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Questions about the seminar?
Contact Idealease for agenda and event details.
| 7:30 a.m. | Registration |
| 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. | Introductions – Idealease Staff Video Intro Definitions & Applicability of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations |
| 10:00 – 10:15 a.m. | Break |
| 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. | Driver Qualifications Drug and Alcohol Testing Accident Documentation |
| 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | California Highway Patrol |
| 12:00 – 12:45 p.m. | Lunch |
| 12:45 – 1:30 p.m. | Accident Documentation (continued) Vehicle Maintenance and Inspection Hours of Service |
| 1:30 – 1:45 p.m. | Break |
| 1:45 – 2:45 p.m. | Compliance, Safety and Accountability (CSA) Elevate – Data Utilization in Transportation Safety |
| 2:45 – 3:00 p.m. | Seminar Evaluation, Wrap Up and Departure |

Guest Speaker:
Walter Kutschal
Guest Speaker: Walter Kutschal
Walter joined Idealease in April 2025 and brings over 25 years of experience in transportation safety and operations. He has held leadership roles in safety and compliance across major carriers, including Lux Bus America, Brinks US, CVS Health, and Waste Management. Walter is a Certified Transportation Professional, OSHA General Industry Outreach Trainer, and a Certified Director of Safety, with extensive experience delivering training on DOT regulations and fleet safety. He has also presented at industry conferences and is recognized for his expertise in driver training, compliance, and data-driven safety initiatives.
Attendee Raffle
All seminar attendees will be entered into an on-site raffle.
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