08-10-2020 Officers from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) have this week entered multiple business premises in Queensland and Victoria using powers under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL). The entries were a result of concerns around road safety and compliance with safety duties under the HVNL. The operation involved the entry of one premises…
30-09-2020 A COVID-19 toolbox talk kit focused on vehicle, workplace and hand hygiene, wearing a facemask and mental health is part of the NHVR’s latest release of practical industry safety material. NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said the toolbox talk kit, which included a series of quick guides, videos, checklists and templates, had been added to…
Two-up reminder A reminder to all operators that when working under a two-up driving arrangement both drivers must be suitably qualified to perform the driving task being undertaken. This may include areas that are not related to work and rest such as having the correct licence and authorisations to drive the vehicle along its…
Heavy vehicle access in an emergency – new fact sheet The NHVR has a new fact sheet which outlines heavy vehicle access requirements in an emergency. In an emergency, the NHVR may issue an approval for heavy vehicle road access, as long as the exemption won’t create an unreasonable danger to life or property….
Work diary availability in Victoria With the return of Stage 3 restrictions in Melbourne, the NHVR recommends that drivers purchase work diaries in regional Victoria where possible. We have confirmed with Vic Roads that regional centres are operating as usual to obtain work diaries. Metropolitan centres are offering counter services but not licensing at…
On July 12, the NHVR was advised of a major developing COVID threat for anyone who has visited Casula in New South Wales between the 3rd and 10th July and in particular the Crossroads Hotel. NSW Health is urging anyone who attended the Crossroads Hotel at Casula between Friday 3 July and Friday 10 July…
COVID-19 special update 09-07-2020 The renewed outbreak of coronavirus in Victoria has prompted significant changes to border requirements across Australia. We are working hard to collate and provide the most accurate, timely information and will endeavour to keep you informed as things evolve. We will be continuing to update our dedicated NHVR coronavirus page and…
Updated Notices bring increased benefits with reduced costs 01-05-2020 Almost one-third of New South Wales oversize overmass (OSOM) permits will be removed under updated Class 1 notices released today. NSW Regional Transport and Roads Minister Paul Toole said the updated Multi-State Class 1 Load Carrying Vehicles Dimension and Mass Exemption Notices would cut red tape…
Truckie mental and physical health in Whiteline Television focus 27-04-2020 Tips on what to eat, how to exercise and what signs to recognise for mental health are tackled in new series of videos for truck drivers. Road Safety and Freight Transport Assistant Minister Scott Buchholz said the series by Whiteline Television gave practical tips from…
Thank you to the retailers and heavy vehicle operators that have provided information to update the NHVR Service Centre map. The map was launched earlier this month to show which service centres, truck stops and roadhouses remain open for heavy vehicle drivers. Stakeholder Engagement and Customer Experience Manager John Gilbert thanked service centres for their…
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