Smith & Solomon is experienced in training current employees, corporate retirees, and those employees subject to downsizing. In all situations we create a smooth transition in a timely manner. We provide all necessary training in order for them to obtain a CDL in a program that is customized to your needs.
In our experience those companies who train their warehouse employees or dockworkers instill more loyalty and curb driver turnover. Customized training programs are designed to suit your training and timing needs. We understand the necessity for balance in enhancing your employees' skillset while not taking away from their current responsibilities and productivity. Training can be spread out over time and number of employees.
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Customized training programs |
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Corporate pricing |
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Use your equipment or ours |
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Train at your location or ours
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Click here to see our various types of CDL Training
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Smith & Solomon is certified by the National Safety Council and is active in teaching defensive driving to fleet drivers in major trucking companies as well as public works and municipal personnel. Our safety program is sanctioned by the National Safety Council. We offer certificates for the basic 6-hour classroom course and tailor made yard and road courses based on our client's needs.
To learn more or enroll your employees, call 1-888-429-5000 to speak to a Corporate Account Executive. Or email clientinfo@smithsolomon.com.
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With the current shortage of qualified drivers predicted to exceed 100,000 drivers in the years ahead, large employers often turn to Smith & Solomon to recruit drivers, while others like Sony and the Township of Piscataway have Smith & Solomon train their personnel.
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Smith & Solomon has graduated and placed over 25,000 CDL drivers since 1985. |
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Smith & Solomon graduates work for respected companies and organizations such as: |
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FedEx and UPS |
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Verizon, Bell Atlantic, Lucent |
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PSE&G |
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Pepsi, Fox, Ford, Electrolux |
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Swift, Werner, US Express, TMC |
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Waste Haulers |
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NJ Transit, Academy Bus |
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To learn more, call 1-888-429-5000 to speak to a Corporate Account Executive. Or email clientinfo@smithsolomon.com
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Smith & Solomon trains forklift operators, supervisors, managers, and instructors in the safe and effective operation of forklifts. We offer a comprehensive program covering material handling, vehicle safety training and evaluation on the equipment. Our programs are designed to have numerous benefits:
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Prepare forklift operators for your evaluation and OSHA compliance |
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Reduced Worker's Compensation claims |
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Reduced damage to products, facilities and co-workers |
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Reduced maintenance costs |
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Increased productivity |
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Training can be conducted on your own premises and equipment or ours
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To learn more or enroll your employees, call 1-888-429-5000 to speak to a Corporate Account Executive. Or email clientinfo@smithsolomon.com
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The program is designed to bring your trainers up-to-speed in training forklift operators.
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Learn how to train your own operators properly |
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Those who complete the course receive 2 comprehensive Instructor Training Manuals, complete with interactive programs, certificates and step-by-step guidance so they have the confidence to train others.
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Click here for additional details about our Train the Trainer Forklift Programs
To learn more or enroll your employees, call 1-888-429-5000 to speak to a Corporate Account Executive. Or email clientinfo@smithsolomon.com
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Every month, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) issues harsh fines and even closes businesses - of all sizes - for failure to comply with DOT regulations. Many of these violations can be traced to inadequate or even total lack of compliance to DOT regulations and employee training.
As a DOT audited facility with a substantial fleet and a pool of 400 drivers, Smith & Solomon knows what DOT expects in terms of compliance, and we have developed a variety of programs available to you on a consulting basis to prepare you for a DOT audit.
Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Policy and Procedures
Driver Qualification Files
Accident Reporting Procedures
There are numerous advantages to relying on Smith & Solomon for your DOT training solutions. We offer:
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Real-world DOT experience as well as knowledge of the latest DOT regulations |
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DOT Compliance Programs that provide the highest quality training based on contemporary curriculum and training techniques |
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DOT Compliance Programs for corporations and government entities |
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A dedicated Corporate Account Executive as a single point of contact on your account |
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Programs tailored to meet your specific needs and schedule |
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Convenience with campuses along the East Coast or training at your location using your vehicles or Smith & Solomon's fleet |
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Mock audits to help prepare you for a real one
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Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Policy and Procedures
As a DOT audited facility, Smith & Solomon has developed a comprehensive program that addresses the needs of employers who must comply with DOT Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing. As part of our consultation services, we:
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Meet with designated staff to evaluate and review current and future processes |
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Establish procedures to perform DOT pre-employment and random testing of CDL Drivers |
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Develop a written operating procedure manual customized to your specific needs and in accordance with the FMCSA regulation*
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Provide on site training to your CDL drivers and supervisors |
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A dedicated Corporate Account Executive as a single point of contact on your account |
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Programs tailored to meet your specific needs and schedule |
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Convenience with campuses along the East Coast or training at your location using your vehicles or Smith & Solomon’s fleet |
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Mock audits to help prepare you for a real one
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*Smith & Solomon's pioneering SOP-DAT™ Guide (Standard Operating Procedure Drug & Alcohol Testing Guide) puts at your fingertips all of the guidelines, materials and forms needed to comply with the standard guidelines for random Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing as mandated by DOT.
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| To learn more, call 1-888-429-5000 to speak to a Corporate Account Executive. Or email clientinfo@smithsolomon.com
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Driver Qualification Files
It is critically important to maintain up-to-date Driver Qualification Files for your own purposes and for the DOT. Smith & Solomon makes it easy, by handling all the critical steps to implement the process:
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Evaluate current DQ files |
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Meet with designated staff to evaluate and review current and future processes |
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Develop a written operating procedure manual
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Set up initial files for current CDL drivers |
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Set up tracking software |
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Provide on site training for designated employees
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| To learn more, call 1-888-429-5000 to speak to a Corporate Account Executive. Or email clientinfo@smithsolomon.com
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Accident Reporting Procedures
To maintain complete, consistent accident records, it is essential to have standardized accident reporting procedures in place. Given the nature of our business as a trainer of thousands of drivers, Smith & Solomon has developed and implemented a proven process for the efficient and proper reporting of accidents. We can show you how to capture and retain all the crucial information that is required. Our consultation service spans the following:
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Meet with designated staff to evaluate and review current and future processes |
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Develop accident reporting procedures manual
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Install accident kits in all vehicles including disposable camera (optional) |
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Provide on site training for designated employees and supervisors
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| To learn more, call 1-888-429-5000 to speak to a Corporate Account Executive. Or email clientinfo@smithsolomon.com
| Smith & Solomon Is Licensed By: |
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New Jersey State Motor Vehicle Commission |
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Pennsylvania State Department of Education |
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Delaware State Division of Motor Vehicles |
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Delaware Department of Education |
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New York Department of Motor Vehicles
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Approved CDL Trainer For:
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Residents of NY, NJ, PA, and DE |
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Veterans in our Cherry Hill, Linden and Bordentown locations
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Member:
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National Safety Council |
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American Trucking Association |
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Better Business Bureau |
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New Jersey Motor Truck Association (NJMTA) |
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Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association (PMTA)
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