2022
Reasonably Practicable - thanks to LBRCA
19/12/2022
Reasonably practicable is the cornerstone of the primary duty obligation and underpins Chain of Responsibility (CoR), but what does it actually mean?The NHVR’s latest Regulatory Advice looks at how reasonably practicable should be interpreted, and what you need to weigh up when deciding whether you’re doing all you can to eliminate, minimise or control the risks within your business.It comes down to a question of judgement, with the main requirement being that the safety measures you take are...
NHVR Christmas Update
13/12/2022
Act early on the warning signs of Fatigue this Christmas The NHVR is reminding drivers to look out for the signs of fatigue and prioritise their health and wellbeing during the Christmas and New Year holidays.NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said it’s an important reminder because the five key indicators of fatigue can affect drivers at any time.“As we know, fatigue can impact every individual differently and it’s possible for drivers to be affected even when they are compliant with their work and rest...
Reduced levels - Livestock Loading
02/12/2022
From Monday 26th December 2022 to Friday 6th January 2023, Livestock Loading Transport for NSW will be operating at reduced levels. They will resume at full capacity on Monday 9th January 2023. During this period they advise that they may take longer to respond to enquiries and feedback. Please continue to use the existing channels for communication:email - livestockscheme@transport.nsw.gov.auphone - 1800 642 452
Performance Based Standards (PBS) vehicles will have clearance to use a broader range of tyres.
25/11/2022
Commencing 1 December, 2022, Performance Based Standards (PBS) vehicles will have clearance to use a broader range of tyres, enabling the PBS scheme to continually support and promote the next generation of smarter, safer and more productive vehicles without compromising on safety or performance.PBS operators will no longer be permitted to have retread tyres installed on the steer axle, effective...
Newell Highway closed between Forbes and Back Creek
03/11/2022
The Newell Highway between Forbes and Back Creek is closed to all vehicles due to heavy rain in the area causing further flooding. The rising water levels has made it too dangerous to escort heavy vehicles through this area. This section is anticipated to be closed for at least two weeks. This is contingent on water levels receding and continued monitoring of weather impacts on the network. North-south access for heavy vehicles up to and including B-doubles Southbound vehicles,...
Upcoming closure of the Newell Highway between Forbes and West Wyalong
31/10/2022
Upcoming closure of the Newell Highway between Forbes and West Wyalong Transport for NSW is preparing to close a section of the Newell Highway, between Forbes and West Wyalong in order to carry out emergency repair work due to the ongoing extreme weather. Timing of the start of the closure is currently being finalised and must wait until after the key diversion route, Henry Lawson Way, reopens to traffic. At this stage the closure is expected to be in place for up to two weeks. We will...
Natroad News Update - Upcoming webinar
13/10/2022
Natroad invites members to attend the upcoming webinar this Wednesday 12 October 2022 from 11.00am.Attend this webinar to find out more about:• Updates to the NSW dangerous goods transport regulations• The EPA’s dangerous goods regulatory program• Upcoming changes in the DG regulatory landscapeSPEAKER:Matt Arkell is the NSW EPA’s Principal Technical Advisor for dangerous goods. Matt has held this role at the EPA since 2018, and supports the EPA’s regulation of dangerous goods through technical...
News update thanks to LBRCA
10/10/2022
$312.5 MILLION FUNDING BOOST TO FIX DAMAGED NSW ROADS Repeated flood events over the past two years combined with persistent and unprecedented rainfall has significantly deteriorated road infrastructure, impacting the movement of freight and people across NSW as well significantly reducing road safety. That’s why LBRCA welcomed the news that NSW councils now have access to $312.5 million in funding to rebuild damaged roads and transport...
News update thanks to ATA
02/10/2022
Road Safety The NTI has released its National Truck Accident Research Centre 2022 Accident Investigation Report. The report found in 2021, the overall frequency of serious truck crashes increased slightly from a Covid-19 related low in 2020.You can read the report here. AdBlue update The Federal government says working with the ATA and other Australian diesel exhaust industry stakeholders helped it understand the issues surrounding the AdBlue shortage and formulate a package to...
Industry Update thanks to Owner Driver
29/09/2022
COSTLY AND FLAWED ADVICE FROM NSW REVENUE LEGAL OPINION: A request for help came close to costing an operator a $10,000 fine due to incorrect advice Recently I’ve helped a few operators with a confusing situation regarding Notices to Produce. It’s an issue that needs attention to stop others from falling into the same trap. The problem is how failures to respond to a Notice to Produce are dealt with. Currently, the process can be very confusing, leading drivers to receive huge fines...