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Tasmania Class 3 Pig Trailer Dimension Exemption Notice Operator’s Guide
National
Heavy
Vehicle
Regulator
The Tasmania Class 3 Pig Trailer Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) grants exemptions from the dimension requirements of the Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation (MDL) for a Class 3 heavy vehicle combination that includes a truck and a pig trailer carrying a specified item such as a light aircraft, yacht, rowing boat or surfboat operating in Tasmania.
This instrument does NOT exempt these heavy vehicles from other requirements of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) including other dimension requirements and mass requirements.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Gazette Notice: | C2024G00109 |
| Starts: | 10 February 2024 |
| Expires: | 9 February 2029 |
| Vehicle types: | Class 3, truck and pig trailer combination carrying a specified item |
| Exemptions: |
Dimension requirements (general length, combination length, rear overhang) |
| Law: | HVNL, MDL |
| Coverage: | TAS |
| To be carried: | No |
- Overview
- Definitions
- Eligible
Vehicles - Conditions
- Network and
Mapping - Related
Notices - Resources
- Changes and
Updates
Overview
The information in this Operator’s Guide is intended to do two things:
- Explain how the Tasmania Class 3 Pig Trailer Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) (Notice) operates, to assist in complying with it. It is important to remember this Operator’s Guide is instructional only and it is the Notice that provides the exemption or authorisation. If there is a difference or misunderstanding between the Operator’s Guide and the Notice, the Notice has priority and must be followed. The only exceptions are the requirements or conditions set out in the ‘Network and Mapping’ section explained below.
- Provide additional information referred to in the network requirements of the Notice. This includes links to network maps and other information such as vehicle, travel and road conditions. Networks and their conditions published in the ‘Network and Mapping’ section of this Operator’s Guide are not general advice and must be treated as conditions of the Notice.
Please read the Notice and this Operator’s Guide together. To download or print this guide, use the print or PDF buttons on the top right of this page.
Exemptions
These exemptions only apply to the extent to which conditions are granted.
Dimension requirements
An eligible combination operating under this Notice is exempt from the following dimension requirements of Schedule 6 of the Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation (MDL):
Note: Other mass and dimension limits in the MDL apply.
Definitions
Unless otherwise stated, words and expressions used in this Operator’s Guide have the same meanings as those defined in the HVNL and the Notice.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Pilot and Escort Guideline | Tasmanian Load Carrying Vehicle Pilot and Escort Guideline published by the Tasmanian Department of State Growth. |
| Prescribed dimension requirement | Dimension requirement prescribed by the MDL Regulation. |
| Specified loads | A load that is an aircraft, a watercraft or any components or equipment associated with those items. |
Eligible vehicles
This Notice applies to a Class 3 heavy vehicle combination consisting of:
- a truck; and
- a pig trailer that is carrying a specified item.
Eligible vehicles must comply with the conditions of this Notice and all requirements of the MDL not covered in the Notice.
Conditions
Notices are subject to various conditions to ensure public safety, protect assets and prevent adverse impacts on the community, such as noise, emissions and traffic congestion. See the sections below for specific conditions related to this Notice.
Dimension conditions - Click to expand
General dimensions conditions
This Notice grants exemptions from the dimension requirements of the MDL for a Class 3 heavy combination that includes a truck and a pig trailer carrying a specified item. The exemptions only apply to the extent that specific conditional dimension limits are provided in section 9 of the Notice and set out below.
If, in relation to a particular vehicle or component, this Notice provides for more than one dimension limit that applies in the same circumstances, the lower dimension limit applies, and the other dimension limit must be disregarded.
For a parameter given in column 1 of Table 1: Maximum dimensions, an eligible vehicle must not exceed the dimension given in column 2:
| Column 1 | Column 2 |
|---|---|
| Parameter | Maximum dimension (metres) |
| Length (combination or single vehicle) | 25.0 |
| Length (rear overhang) | 5.0 |
Load conditions - Click to expand
Multiple specified loads
More than one specified load can be carried so long as carrying multiple specified loads does not exceed another regulatory dimension.
General operating conditions
If a load on an eligible vehicle can be safely loaded in more than one way, it must be loaded in a way that minimises the dimensions of the vehicle.
For more information, see loading.
Pilot conditions - Click to expand
Pilot vehicle conditions
Where a specified road manager network requirement in the Guide requires an eligible vehicle to be accompanied by a pilot vehicle, the pilot vehicle must comply with the requirements set out within the Tasmanian Class 1 Heavy Vehicle Pilot and Escort Guidelines. These Guidelines are maintained and published by the Tasmanian Department of State Growth.
Schedule 8 conditions - Click to expand
Schedule 8 conditions
Note: Schedule 8 conditions apply to the Class 3 vehicles operating under this Notice, despite the MDL otherwise, only applying them to Class 1 vehicles.
Under this Notice, eligible vehicles must comply with certain conditions from Schedule 8 of the MDL:
- From Part 1:
For guidance on the application of Schedule 8 conditions, refer to Schedule 8 - Conditions applying to Class 1 heavy vehicles.
Other conditions and additional information
Third party approvals
Gazette notices, permits and some jurisdictional laws may require third parties and other entities to provide permission for a vehicle to travel if it exceeds certain mass or dimension limits.
Operators must secure all approvals from third parties such as electricity/utility companies, rail authorities and other third parties as part of their heavy vehicle operations.
For more information, visit the Third party approvals page.
Complying with the HVNL
Unless otherwise exempted by the Notice or this Operator's Guide, operators must ensure their vehicle or combination complies with the:
- Australian Design Rules (ADRs); and,
- Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL); and,
- Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation (MDL); and,
- Heavy Vehicle (Vehicle Standards) National Regulation (VS Regulation).
Using or permitting another person to use a defective heavy vehicle or a heavy vehicle with unapproved modifications on a road may be an offence.
Failure to comply may result in the driver and/or operator being liable for an offence. Penalties can include infringement notices or prosecution.
Chain of Responsibility (CoR)
Under the HVNL, every party in the Chain of Responsibility (CoR) has a positive duty to ensure the safety of their activities in relation to a heavy vehicle. This duty, known as the “primary duty”, applies to the scheduling, loading and consigning of a vehicle, as well as to its operation on a road.
Safety is broader than the safety of drivers and other road users. It also includes protection of road infrastructure, preventing damage to other vehicles or property, and minimising environmental harm. Substantial penalties may be imposed upon parties who breach this obligation and upon their executives.
For more information on your CoR obligations visit Chain of Responsibility on the NHVR website.
Our Regulatory Advice offers guidance, tips and tools for managing a range of heavy vehicle safety risks.
Loading requirements
A load on a heavy vehicle must:
- not be placed in a way that makes the vehicle unstable or unsafe
- be secured so it is unlikely to fall or be dislodged
- be restrained using an appropriate restraint method be placed, secured or restrained in a way that meets the loading performance standards listed in Schedule 7 of the MDL.
Visit the NHVR loading page for more information on load requirements.
The requirement to carry the Notice
Drivers do not need to carry a copy of the Notice.
Network and mapping
For the purposes of s121 of the HVNL, an area or route specified in the 'Network & Mapping' section of this Operator's Guide is a stated area or route to which this Notice applies. In addition to complying with the conditions stated in this Operator's Guide, operators must ensure compliance with the specific road manager access requirements set out below or in network maps.
In this tab, you will find the approved routes authorised under the Notice. There may also be network conditions pursuant to the stated areas and routes under the Notice. Network conditions relate to road and travel conditions that are not contained within the Notice.
Approved routes covered by the Notice
Eligible vehicles complying with the conditions of the notice have general access in Tasmania.
Tasmania network mapping
The Department of State Growth is responsible for publishing and maintaining authorised heavy vehicle road network maps in Tasmania.
Visit Heavy vehicle access to view an authorised network.
Road manager network requirements
The following section outlines specific road manager route requirements under the Notice, including route conditions and restrictions.
Road manager route requirements in this section may change from time to time and should be reviewed regularly to ensure compliance.
For further information on how to comply with a requirement, please contact the relevant road manager.
Road managers may publish specific route conditions and restrictions on the approved network map. These must be complied with in addition to any route requirements outlined in this Operator's Guide. If a condition listed in any section of this Operator's Guide conflicts with a route condition or restriction published on an approved network map, the more restrictive requirement applies.
Traffic advisory services - Click to expand
Prior to commencing any journey, operators should review traffic alerts, road closures, travel delays, and other traffic advisory information for participating jurisdictions.
Table 3 provides details and links to official traffic advisory services for each participating jurisdiction. For more information about a particular service, contact the relevant jurisdiction or department via the contact details listed on the service webpage.
|
Jurisdiction |
Website |
Purpose |
|---|---|---|
|
Tasmania |
View Tasmania Police alerts for road closures due to emergencies or special events. |
|
| TasALERT | View emergency warnings and incidents across Tasmania, including mapped road closures. | |
| Tasmanian Roadworks map | Access the latest information about planned roadworks and road closures across Tasmania, including a map of current roadworks. |
Applying for a permit - Click to expand
Access permit applications are required for heavy vehicles that don’t comply with the conditions set out in a notice and when accessing routes that aren’t covered on an approved network.
The following pages provide useful information and resources for submitting access permit applications:
- Do I need a permit?: Information and resources for determining whether a road access permit, or a Notice is required to operate on Australian roads.
- Access permit application process: Information, resources, and instructions for submitting a valid access permit application.
Related notices
There are no current related notices for the Tasmania Class 3 Pig Trailer Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1).
A related notice may coincide with the featured Notice or provide alternatives for operators to find the appropriate notice to operate.
Resources
All information about the Notice is contained in this Operator’s Guide. Please refer to the tabs for more information about this notice, or contact us with your specific questions.
Note: If you have any feedback on the information provided please contact us at info@nhvr.gov.au
Participating jurisdiction heavy vehicle resources
For more information about operating a heavy vehicle in participating jurisdictions, refer to the following sites:
Changes and updates
| Date | Summary | Links to resources and communications |
|---|---|---|
| 10 February 2024 | Tasmania Class 3 Pig Trailer Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) commenced. | C2024G00109 |
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