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NHVR prosecutes Director of a concrete manufacturer over fatal collision
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is urging all operators to review the roadworthiness of their fleets following the prosecution of a company Director who failed to maintain and service a fleet of heavy vehicles, resulting in the death of one of their drivers in October 2020.
A reminder from the NHVR that every person matters this R U OK? Day
On this important national day, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is asking all members of industry, R U OK?
Thousands of trucks inspected by the NHVR in a national push for safer roads around major ports
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) inspected more than 2,500 heavy vehicles in a national safety operation focused on freight movements around Australia’s busiest ports, with mechanical and mass non-compliance emerging as significant concerns.
PBS Digitisation Project underway
The NHVR’s PBS Digitisation Project is back up and running.
Supporting Dads and Father Figures this Father’s Day
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and OBrienco Transport are celebrating dads and father figures for their commitment to family and the heavy vehicle industry.
Many heavy vehicle drivers will be working away from their families this Father’s Day.
A survey commissioned by Transport for NSW found that 74% of drivers agree that driving trucks often means spending a fair bit of time away from home.
Rural Road Safety Month: Share the road and the responsibility
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is calling on all road users to look out for one another and take extra care on remote and regional roads this September for Rural Road Safety Month, an initiative of the Australian Road Safety Foundation, after 205 lives were lost from crashes involving heavy vehicles last financial year.
Benefits of PBS Scheme in action: Higher vehicle safety recorded in NSW Operation Falcon
The safety and productivity gains of Performance-Based Standards (PBS) were on show during the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s targeted PBS compliance operation in New South Wales (NSW).
Temporary variation for heavy vehicles in Queensland - Warrego Highway at Morven - Queensland Rail Crossing Works
Attention: Approved temporary route variation for Class 1 OSOM heavy vehicle combinations via Leichhardt Highway due to Queensland Rail Crossing Works on Warrego Highway at Morven
NHVR urges drivers to stay alert this Queensland Road Safety Week
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is proud to support this year’s Queensland Road Safety Week (QRSW), reinforcing its commitment to improving road safety for all Queenslanders.
Heavy vehicle drivers urged to watch out for trains this Rail Safety Week
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding heavy vehicle drivers to stay alert when travelling on and around the rail network and never take risks at level crossings, as part of this year’s Rail Safety Week (11-17 August).
NHVR opens public consultation on revised Master Code set to boost Heavy Vehicle safety standards
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has today released a draft revised Industry Code of Practice, known as the Master Code, for public consultation, inviting input from all stakeholders across the heavy vehicle industry.
Operation Quay: NHVR launches national operation focused on heavy vehicle safety around ports
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is conducting Operation Quay this month to ensure heavy vehicles travelling in and around port facilities are safe and compliant.
NHVR releases new Log Haulage Code of Practice to improve safety for forestry industry
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released a new Code of Practice focused on assisting industry to improve safety outcomes in the transportation of logs.
NHVR prosecutes earthmoving company over fatal collision
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is urging all operators to review their safety practices following the successful prosecution of a Sydney-based earthmoving contractor over a fatal collision in November 2021.
National Farm Safety Week a reminder to practise caution around all heavy vehicles, all the time
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is joining its partners this National Farm Safety Week (20 – 26 July) in highlighting the importance of heavy vehicle safety across the agricultural sector.
NHVR reveals findings of national waste and construction safety operation
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) conducted more than 4,500 heavy vehicle inspections as part of Operation Sapphire, with faulty brakes emerging as the top safety concern during the month-long compliance initiative.
NHVR Chief Operations Officer Paul Salvati said Operation Sapphire ran from 19 May to 15 June and focused on key safety risks associated with heavy vehicles operating in the construction and demolition waste sectors.
NHVR Reinforces Permit Requirements for Victoria Emergency Drought Network Operations
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding all heavy vehicle operators of the requirements necessary to utilise the Victoria Emergency Drought Network Pre-Approved Permit-Based Scheme, emphasising the critical need for all operators to hold a valid permit even for access to the pre-approved network.
HVSI celebrates NAIDOC week
When Aaron joined the Accelerating Ambitions project — funded by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s (NHVR) Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), supported by the Australian Government — he wasn’t starting from scratch. A proud First Nations man from Palawa Country, Aaron was already known to GM Cartage and Contracting through previous subcontracted work, and both he and the team saw potential for a stronger partnership.
NHVR celebrates women behind the wheel this National Female Truckies Day
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is proud to support tomorrow’s National Female Truckies Day and recognise the critical role women play in Australia’s heavy vehicle industry.
NHVR reveals fatigue findings from major safety operation
Almost 3,000 heavy vehicles were intercepted during Operation Omega II, a week-long safety initiative undertaken by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) to combat the dangers of fatigue during Easter.
It’s ‘Take Your Dog To Work Day’ and the NHVR wants to know: is your ‘dog’ fit for the road?
What’s longer than a dachshund and heavier than a wolfhound…