Amendments to the PBS Frontal Swing standard will begin from today (April 1 2020). NHVR’s Chief Engineer, Les Bruzsa said the increase will allow for greater flexibility for PBS vehicle designs. “The rigid truck and prime mover performance measure of … Read More
This week’s announcement by National Cabinet to allow service centres and truck stops to remain open for heavy vehicle drivers has been welcomed by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and industry. NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said that a set … Read More
The NHVR has agreed to waive restrictions on all curfew permits, except those related to safety and access, to move general freight and grocery deliveries as part of the national response to coronavirus (COVID-19). NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said the … Read More
Western Australia, South Australia, Northern Territory, Queensland and Tasmania have border restrictions in place. There are currently no restrictions in place for travel between Victoria, NSW and the ACT. Despite these restrictions, all freight movements are continuing. It’s business as … Read More
The NHVR has announced an extension to the time limit drivers may use a supplementary work diary record, as part of its ongoing efforts to assist industry through the coronavirus pandemic. NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said that from Wednesday April … Read More
Flexibility for drivers using work and rest hours is within reach for many heavy vehicle operators. NHVR Fatigue Specialist Andreas Blahous, said a new Fatigue Choice customer program would assist operators to ensure their business is making the most of … Read More
Bulletin 3: Released on 16 January 2020 Bushfires are continuing to impact heavy vehicle operations across Australia. The following Bulletin provides important information in relation to OSOM restrictions, fatigue provisions and the bushfire recovery. NHVR is urging all heavy vehicle … Read More
Bushfire Recovery Information Bulletin: 2 The effects of bushfires are continuing to impact heavy vehicle operations across Australia, with some areas of the country experiencing deteriorating conditions. NHVR is urging all heavy vehicle operators to take steps to ensure … Read More
Bulletin 1: Released on 8 January 2020 The NHVR is urging all heavy vehicle operators to take steps to ensure safe travel when operating in and around areas affected by bushfires. Where possible operators should avoid travelling in bushfire impacted … Read More
The NHVR recognises that heavy vehicle drivers in Australia may need to use their fatigue-regulated heavy vehicle for personal reasons from time to time as they cannot reasonably access alternative means of transport. Any activity involving a fatigue-regulated heavy vehicle … Read More