13th Annual Motorcoach Safety & Preparedness Workshop

Description

Join us for the 13th Annual PBA Motorcoach Safety & Preparedness Workshop on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

Attendees will receive practical updates, operational guidance, and timely industry information they can take back and apply within their organizations.

Location:

York Springs Fire House (We are Back!)

312 Main Street

York Springs, PA 17372

Tentative schedule is as follows:

Morning General Session:

• FMCSA Update
• PennDOT Update

Morning Breakout Sessions:

Mechanics Track (Group 1)

• Maintenance Updates from Motorcoach Manufacturers
• Manufacturer-recommended Maintenance Schedules
• Roundtable Discussion on Preventative Maintenance Programs

Safety/Operations Track (Group 2)

• Coach Manager Cloud Preview, Presented by Distinctive Systems

Afternoon Breakout Sessions:

Mechanics Track (Group 1) 

• Batteries, Tires & Brakes, Oh My! An interactive roundtable covering Batteries, Tires, Brakes, Oils & lubricants, Alternators
• Maintenance best practices and product experiences

Safety/Operations Track (Group 2)

• Managing Accidents Back at the Office, Presented by Saucon Technologies
• Customer Service Best Practices for Operations and Office Staff

Vendor & Manufacturer Opportunities

Associate members are invited to participate with tabletop displays inside the meeting room. Motorcoach manufacturers are also encouraged to showcase vehicles on-site throughout the day.

All attendees will enjoy lunch prepared by the Ladies Auxiliary, along with networking opportunities, door prizes, and the annual 50/50 raffle.

We look forward to another informative and valuable day dedicated to safety, preparedness, education, and industry collaboration.

Previous Session Dates

• 12th Annual:  August 14, 2025 at Lower Swatara Fire Department, Middletown, PA
• 11th Annual:  August  8, 2024 at York Springs Fire Hall, York Springs, PA
• 10th Annual:  August 16, 2023 at York Springs Fire Hall, York Springs, PA
•  9th Annual:   August  9, 2022 at York Springs Fire Hall, York Springs, PA
•  8th Annual:   August 11, 2021 at York Springs Fire Hall, York Springs, PA
•  7th Annual:   August 11, 2020 at York Springs Fire Hall, York Springs, PA - Cancelled
•  6th Annual:   August 14, 2019 at York Springs Fire Hall, York Springs, PA
•  5th Annual:   August 15, 2018 at York Springs Fire Hall, York Springs, PA
•  4th Annual:   August 23, 2017 at York Springs Fire Hall, York Springs, PA