Webinar Will Outline Affordable Care Act Regs

A free webinar presented by the RV Learning Center in conjunction with online marketing firm KPA will explore the provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which will  become effective on Jan. 1, 2014. To register click here.

According to a press releas, the webinar is set for May 16 at noon ET and is timed to allow dealerships to plan ahead for the next phases of ACA reforms and make sure an effective compliance strategy in place. Dealers will get expert advice from Kristin Kahle, senior vice president and compliance officer for the Benefits Exchange Alliance.

Kahle will discuss:

• With 41 taxes within healthcare, what affects dealers?

• What is the employer shared responsibility?

• What are the primary timelines and deadlines dealers should be aware of?

• Compliance — what do dealers need to know?

• Strategic business plan on healthcare reform.

If unable to attend, register to receive a link to a recording of the webinar along with the presentation slides. If you have any questions or feedback, contact Becky Ross at bross@kpaonline.com (866) 356-1735 or Karin Van Duyse at the RV Learning Center at kvanduyse@rvda.org(703) 591-7130.

Webinar to Outline EPA’s Storage Vessel Regs

A free webinar hosted by the RV Learning Center in conjunction with Internet marketing firm KPA will focus on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations pertaining to underground and above ground storage vessels. According to a press release, the webinar is scheduled for May 9, at noon EST. To register click here.

Many facilities must use storage tanks to hold large amounts of chemicals needed for production. Above ground storage tank issues can be easily identified, but there are also other EPA regulations dealers need to be aware of that do not involve the physical state of the tank. Underground storage tanks are not as common as they once were, but  dealers should be aware that these tanks require constant inspections, testing, and insurance to prevent an underground leak.

KPA engineer Zach Pucillo will discuss the routine maintenance regulators look for and clarify important regulations pertaining to both above and underground storage tanks.

If unable to participate, register and receive a link to a recording of the webinar along with the presentation slides. For additional information, contact Becky Ross at bross@kpaonline.com (866) 356-1735 or Karin Van Duyse at the RV Learning Center at kvanduyse@rvda.org(703) 591-7130.

Webinar Preps Dealers for On-Site Inspection

A free webinar from the RV Learning Center, slated for May 2 at noon EDT, will show RV dealers best practices in preparing for regulatory inspections from the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or the Department of Transportation (DOT).

According to a press release, the webinar is available through a strategic partnership with online marketing firm KPA. Register by clicking here.

Maintaining a compliant workplace is always an important aspect of preparedness, but the webinar will highlight procedures dealers should follow once the regulator is on-site. Knowing what to expect will reduce stress regarding the inspection process and may minimize the risk of potential fines.

If you are unable to attend the webinar at this time, register and you will be sent a link to a recording of the webinar along with the presentation slides. If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Becky Ross at bross@kpaonline.com (866) 356-1735 or Karin Van Duyse at the RV Learning Center at kvanduyse@rvda.org (703) 591-7130.

Dealer Webinar Covers Regulatory Paperwork

Learning Center: Webinar Explains Paint Regs

Recently, collision centers have been on the receiving end of Clean Air Act compliance orders as regulators take the first steps in enforcement activities. EPA’s reach extends beyond collision centers and RV dealerships can take steps to prepare against auditing by the agency.

Presenter Chuck Elliott, an environmental health and safety engineer with KPA, will review what dealerships without collision centers need to do in order to protect themselves when using mobile contractors.

Dealers should be aware that the Air Protection Branch of the EPA has historically been very strict with its enforcement and the Clean Air Act often has some of the heaviest fines. This webinar offers dealers updates on the 6H regulations and enforcement, a rundown of the regulation requirements and will show how to prepare for a possible inspection.

To register for the webinar click here. For those unable to attend, register and receive a link that provides a recording of the webinar along with the presentation slides. As well, all prior webinars are available on the RV Learning Center website at

Learning Center Webinar Outlines OSHA Rules

An upcoming RV Learning Center webinar, “Seven Management Strategies for Safe and Compliant Shops,” will enable dealerships to stay on the right side of OSHA inspectors and to safeguard their employees’ well-being.

According to a press release, the webinar, available to dealers through a strategic partnership with Internet marketing firm KPA, is set for April 4 at noon (Eastern). Click here to register.

Running an RV service department entails several safety-related responsibilities, including:

• Ensuring your employees can locate material safety data sheets for each chemical at your facility.

• Making sure all employees who wear a respirator complete annual training, including fit testing – and that you keep records of this.

• Investigating accidents immediately.

Presented by KPA’s Environment & Safety Products Team, the informative webinar will offer seven management strategies to help make departments safer and more compliant. The webinar is designed for any service manager or owner/principal who:

• Is committed to lowering the number of safety incidents at their facility.

• Wants to help protect their facility and personnel from OSHA violations.

• Wants to increase employee safety and morale.

• Needs to bring down insurance costs or at least try to keep them from increasing.

If you are unable to attend the webinar at this time, register and receive a link to a recording of the webinar along with the presentation slides.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Becky Ross at bross@kpaonline.com, (866) 356-1735 or Karin Van Duyse at kvanduyse@rvda.org, (703) 591-7130.

Patton on Learning Center Board, 3 Re-elected

The Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) board has re-elected three members to the RV Learning Center board and elected a fourth to fill a vacancy.

According to a press release, Rick Horsey of Parkview RV Center in Smyrna, Del., Steve Plemmons of Bill Plemmons RV in Rural Hall, N.C., and Jeff Pastore of Hartville RV Center, Hartville, Ohio, all have been re-elected to three year terms on the board.  Russ Patton of Byerly RV, in Eureka, Mo., was elected to his first three-year term.

The election took place during the RVDA board meeting in Fairfax, Va., March 18-20, based on recommendations made by the Executive Committee of the RV Learning Center. New on the board, Patton is a long-time supporter of the RV Learning Center. Horsey is a former RVDA and RV Learning Center chairman and Plemmons served on the RVDA board.

Pastore, RV Learning Center chairman, noted, “Service on this important board is a privilege for all of us, and I am proud to continue working alongside Rick and Steve. And we all feel honored to have Russ Patton join us, bringing his strong commitment to education and professional development for our industry. This board is a hardworking and visionary group and I look forward to working with them.”

The RV Learning Center is supported by dealers, manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and other RV industry members who are committed to dealership education and the high levels of customer service that is provided by educated employees. Click Here to download a contribution form.

 

The RV Learning Center is dedicated to providing dealers and their employees with innovative ways to operate RV dealerships through an array of education resources including publications, distance learning, live workshops, online products, training, and certification programs for RV dealership personnel.   Visit www.rvlearningcenter.com for more information.

Learning Center, KPA Hosting E-Verify Webinar

Learning to properly use the E-Verify system is a big step toward hiring and maintaining a legal work force in a dealership. A complimentary webinar this Thursday (March 28) will help dealers learn to work with the free web-based service from the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration.

According to a press release, the RV Learning Center, through a strategic alliance with KPA, will present the webinar at noon (Eastern Time). To register click here.

E-Verify makes it easy for dealerships to quickly confirm the employment eligibility of new hires and it’s in use at more than one million worksites across the nation. In fact, many states now require the use of E-Verify. Join Michael Pollard, Management & Program Analyst for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Verification Division to learn how simple it is to use E-Verify to hire and maintain a legal work force.

For those unable to attend, register for the webinar and you will be sent a link to a recording of the webinar along with the presentation slides. If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Becky Ross at bross@kpaonline.com (866) 356-1735 or Karin Van Duyse at the RV Learning Center at kvanduyse@rvda.org, (703) 591-7130.

Webinar to Cover Gender Discrimination Laws

The multitude of laws prohibiting workplace discrimination based on gender identity or expression is rapidly changing and expanding and employers need help to stay on top of these trends and developments. On March 21, the RV Learning Center will present a webinar on the topic at noon (Eastern), offered through a strategic partnership with KPA. Register here.

According to a press release, at least 15 states, the District of Columbia, and more than 140 local governments have laws expressly prohibiting discrimination on the basis of gender identity or expression. However, the legal landscape is changing quickly as courts and the EEOC are extending protections already in place for sex and gender to include transgender individuals. These developments signal a sea change that will likely impact employment law in areas such as hiring, discipline, and firing decisions, personnel policies, facility access and accommodation, training, and benefits.

The webinar will be led by Aisha Sanchez, an attorney specializing in cases of alleged employment discrimination. Sanchez, a frequent lecturer on the topic of workplace discrimination, will focus on the legal and practical impact that these recent developments have had on employers and offer best practices to consider when confronting such issues within one’s organization.

If you cannot attend during the scheduled time, register anyway and the materials will be emailed to you for later use.  Past webinars are available online through the RV Learning Center on the following recent topics:

• Hearing protection for employees.

• Employment eligibility verification.

• Personal protective equipment.

• Accident mitigation.

• Forklift training requirements.

• California commission pay rules.

• Complying with the new health care law.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Becky Ross at bross@kpaonline.com (866) 356-1735 or Karin Van Duyse at the RV Learning Center at kvanduyse@rvda.org(703) 591-7130.

Learning Center Hosts Hearing Safety Webinar

Dealers can learn the requirements for hearing protection and keeping employees safe by participating in a  free dealer webinar on March 14 at noon (Eastern) presented by the RV Learning Center. According to a press release, the webinar is offered through a strategic partnership with KPA. Register here.

Environment and Safety Engineer Amanda Rawls of KPA will lead participants through an in-depth look at the many important aspects of evaluating, mitigating and protecting against excessive noise. This webinar will cover OSHA regulations pertaining to hearing protection, common sources of dealership noise and prevention of hearing injuries.

If you cannot attend during the scheduled time, click to register and the materials will be emailed for later use.  Past webinars are also available online through the RV Learning Center on the following recent topics:

•                    Employment eligibility verification.

•                    Personal protective equipment.

•                    Accident mitigation.

•                    Forklift training requirements.

•                    California commission pay rules.

•                    Complying with the new health care law.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Becky Ross at bross@kpaonline.com (866) 356-1735 or Karin Van Duyse at the RV Learning Center at kvanduyse@rvda.org(703) 591-7130.

 

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