The NHVR has accepted an enforceable undertaking (EU) from Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction Pty Ltd (LORAC) that will see $249,500 contributed to chain of responsibility education. The EU stems from an allegation by Roads and Maritime Services that on 16 October 2018 and 24 May 2019 LORAC failed to comply with the mass requirements as…
If your work diary is filled up, lost, stolen or destroyed you can take any of the following steps: Purchase a replacement work diary Work diaries are available for purchase at over 500 locations, Australia wide. Notify the NHVR if you can’t purchase a replacement work diary You must notify the NHVR within two business…
07-04-2020 Over the Easter holiday period, a number of road transport agencies have relaxed Easter travel restrictions for agricultural, oversize/overmass and special purpose heavy vehicles due to COVID-19. The information below outlines the Easter restrictions for each state and territory. While every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, it should…
The NHVR has today launched a new online tool that maps service centres, truck stops and roadhouses that remain open for heavy vehicle drivers. NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto, said that the tool provided information about services and trading hours for service centres right across the country. “Having access to food, showers, toilets and appropriate rest,…
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 0.7m has been found to be restrictive for twin-steer and longer wheelbase PBS vehicles, especially…
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 of standard protocols would support both businesses and drivers to stay safe through this period….
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 changes brought freight movements using permits into line with recent legislation introduced by state governments…
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 usual. However we ask that you keep abreast of information provided by State, Territory and…
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 1, drivers can use supplementary records for up to 30 driver business days, compared to…
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 existing fatigue laws. “Applying for AFM does not have to be a difficult process, but…
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