Proposed New Accreditation Model Could Enable TruckSafe Accredited Operators to Receive Regulatory Benefits

October 26, 2020

An expert report into heavy vehicle accreditation has explored allowing multiple schemes, including TruckSafe, to operate under an accreditation framework run by the NHVR. Trucking businesses in any scheme could be eligible for regulatory exemptions. The  Report of the Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Working Group sets out the potential model in detail, including draft national accreditation […]

ALC Webinar Invitation – It’s OK to not be OK

October 13, 2020

There is no doubt that this year has proven to be an extremely difficult time for the transport and logistics sector in Australia. With this in mind, and working in collaboration with Healthy Heads in Trucks and Sheds, Monash University, NT Road Transport Association and Beyond Blue, the ALC has put together a webinar designed […]

Nominations Open for Truck Tech Award

October 9, 2020

The Australian Trucking Association has today launched nominations for the 2020 Craig Roseneder Award, recognising technical and maintenance excellence in the trucking industry. “Focussing on innovation, industry involvement and mentoring, the Craig Roseneder award recognises the dedication and exceptional skill of Australia’s workshop personnel,” ATA Chair David Smith said. “2020 has been a challenging year, and it has never been […]

COVID-19 – QLD Border Changes

October 6, 2020

(Information in this update has been provided by the Queensland Trucking Association). What has changed in Directive 15? The New South Wales border zone (PDF) has been extended The Queensland border zone no longer exists Queensland residents can travel anywhere in the New South Wales border zone for any purpose (this means that as long as the travel […]

COVID-19 – SA Border Changes

(Information in this update has been provided by the Queensland Trucking Association). Last week, the South Australian State Government announced  that from midnight Thursday (24/09/20) the border restriction with NSW would be lifted. The SA Cross Border Travel Direction has been updated accordingly (now at No15) to include NSW to the Low Transmission Zone List. […]

October is National Safe Work month

October 1, 2020

Everyone can join National Safe Work Month and commit to keeping people safe and healthy at work. A safe workplace benefits everyone and Safe Work Australia have made it easy to get involved. To participate in National Safe Work Month follow the steps below: 1. Go to the National Safe Work Month website and download […]

Wodonga TAFE – FREE Infection Control Training

September 30, 2020

Wodonga TAFE is offering FREE accredited Infection Control training as a short course presented as a mixture of online and workplace-based learning. This training is available to assist staff in critical industries to identify, manage and implement infection control policies and procedures within workplaces. After completion of the training, people will be able to confidently: follow […]

National Trucking Awards Celebrate Industry’s Finest

September 25, 2020

The Australian Trucking Association has celebrated the achievements of outstanding industry businesses and individuals, with the presentation of the 2020 National Trucking Industry Awards. Livestreamed via an online broadcast to viewers across Australia and the world, the 2020 National Trucking Industry Awards recognised those who have gone above and beyond to improve the trucking industry. TruckSafe members were […]

Your Invitation to ATA Live

September 11, 2020

Dear TruckSafe members, We are delighted to invite you to join our exciting online broadcast event – ATA Live. If there is one livestream you tune in to this year, ATA Live is it. A free broadcast livestreamed on 23 September, ATA Live will connect the trucking industry as we share never-before-seen segments, exclusive interviews […]

R U OK? Day

September 10, 2020

Today is R U OK? Day, a national day of action when Australians are reminded to ask, “Are you OK?” if someone in their world is struggling with life’s ups and downs. TruckSafe supports that as employers or staff, we can all create a culture where people feel confident asking and answering a simple, yet […]

Changes to NSW Road Train Access

September 8, 2020

Changes to NSW road train access In August this year after advocacy work by the LBRCA, changes were made to road train access conditions in NSW. The aim of the changes being to provide consistency in road train access in NSW. TruckSafe members should be aware that enrolment in NHVAS Mass Management and/or Maintenance Management […]

COVID-19 Testing Update

September 7, 2020

(Information in this update has been provided by the Queensland Trucking Association). NT – Mandatory testing now required The NT CHO issued updated directions No 50 for Freight and Logistics workers effective from 12noon, 28 August 2020. We have been waiting on confirmation of locations where asymptomatic COVID-19 testing can be undertaken in the regions prior to […]