Truck Loading Made Easier by New Rule

A new law has come into effect which makes the loading of trucks simpler by providing the industry with greater flexibility when it comes to distributing loads across axle groups.

Truck Safety Video Released by ATA

Following a successful TruckWeek 2014 which took place from the 1st to the 7th of September across the nation, the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has released a safety video aimed at reducing the number of road deaths linked to truck crashes on Australian roads.

Safety Authority issues Truck and Trailer Warning

Following a spate of truck-related fatalities, Workplace Health and Safety Queensland have issued a warning on the need to properly immobilise trucks and trailers when working near or under them.

NSW Operators Given 2 Year Extension on “non-conforming” Bullbars

NSW truckies have been given a two year reprieve to get their non-compliant bull bars in line with Australian Design Rules for vehicle frontal protection systems.

Non conforming headboards pose threat to driver safety

Non conforming headboards pose a possible threat to truck drivers in the event of harsh braking, with the possibility of injury or death.

Trailer Safety Alert issued in response to NSW coronial recommendation

Magistrate Murray of the Albury Coroner’s Court issued a recommendation to WorkCover NSW (WorkCover) following the death of Michael McIntyre on 17 October 2012 at Tumbarumba, NSW, who was crushed by a trailer he was working under.

Speeding truck driver on methadone jailed

On January 24, 2012 Vincent George, 34, killed Calvyn Logan, 59, and his parents Donald and Patricia Logan, both in their 80s, when when his B-double veered across the Hume Highway and collided with their Ford Mondeo.

Cootes Transport fined $440,000 after fatal tanker crash

Last years Sydney northern beaches fatal tanker crash involving…

NHVR Releases First Safety Alert Following BP Tanker Crash Findings

On the 19th of August the NHVR released its first ever Safety…

BP takes tankers off road

BP takes tankers off road after trailer detaches and kills three…