11 www.ortrucking.org Issue 1 | 2024 are actively represented in the state and beyond. OTA in Action The OTA in Action committee guides the grassroots programs with the goal to inspire members to be active participants in the fight to educate and influence the outcome of new regulatory policies and other efforts that impact how trucking operates in Oregon. With the increased number of forums where policies are developed, OTA in Action committee members also represent OTA by sitting on committees and advisory boards. They further engage with members who wish to become part of OTA’s Key Contact Program which creates ambassadors to build relationships with legislators and other decision-makers. Workforce The Workforce Committee is responsible for promoting and prioritizing issues that improve retention of existing CDLDrivers/Diesel Technicians while attracting and recruiting new personnel resources to the CDL & Diesel Technician vocations from underemployed, unemployed, and youth demographic groups. Committee members will foster partnerships within the Workforce Development Board & Worksource Oregon organizations to achieve committee goals. The committee will provide the Board of Directors with proposals and work together to execute membership-related projects. Allied The Allied Committee gathers the thoughts and insights from the broad range of suppliers, service providers and others who create, produce and present products and services that support our members. This committee looks for methods to expand outreach to members, find areas to assist and inform and identify opportunities to promote the association. Councils Safety Management Council (SMC) The Safety Management Council (SMC) is the only national organization dedicated to advancing safe policies, practices, and technology; and effective risk management and accident/injury prevention in the trucking industry. SMC also addresses trucking’s unique human resource challenges, health and wellness issues, as well as recruitment and retention strategies. SMC plays an important role in furthering OTA’s commitment to the safety and wellbeing of its members. Council members assist in the production of the Spring Safety Conference and the Truck Driving Championships, as well as organize educational webinars and meeting on relevant safety-oriented topics. Technology & Maintenance Council The purpose of the Technology & Maintenance Council is to improve transport equipment, its maintenance and maintenance management. The Council develops Recommended Engineering and Maintenance Practices that are voluntarily adopted by fleets, OEMs, and component suppliers. The Council also conducts industry surveys and promotes the voluntary cooperation among designers and manufacturers of transport equipment and those who specify, purchase, and manage such equipment. A vital part of OTA, the Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) presents informative workshops, roundtables and other events, both online and inperson around the state. Other annual TMC highlights include the SuperTech Skills Competition and Maintenance & Education Fair. Ready to learn more? OTA members who are interested in getting involved in any of OTA’s committees or councils, contact us at info@ortrucking. org or 503.513.0005. We can answer your questions and connect you with members currently serving. Ready to learn more? OTA members who are interested in getting involved in any of OTA’s committees or councils, contact us at info@ortrucking.org or 503.513.0005.
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