New WA COR laws Impact on Freight Transport Companies and Their Insurers
Western Australia’s new chain of responsibility (COR) laws have resulted in expanded risks up and down the supply chain and company hierarchy, which could present serious challenges to freight transport companies and their employers, lawyers say.
Inconsistent Treatment of Vehicle Faults to be Addressed at TMC 2015
The inconsistency in what heavy vehicle inspectors, operators and equipment manufacturers view as a heavy vehicle defect and the severity of a fault will be addressed at the 2015 PACCAR and Dealer TMC.
Fatal Brake Failure results in Record Fine
Comcare has been awarded the largest penalty against an employer over a fatal brake failure incident in 2011.
Report Reveals the Trucking Industry’s Dangerous Driving Culture
A new report from Safe Work Australia made some disturbing revelations which Transport Workers Union boss, with Tony Sheldon demanding action.
According to the report, risk- taking is common in trucking, as is dangerous driving which is a culture entrenched in the industry.
VicRoads Concerned with Industry’s Neglect of Vehicle Maintenance
The Victorian Transport Authority has expressed concern with the number of companies that seem to be ignoring the maintenance of their vehicles, as recent inspections indicate.
TMC 2015 to Address Heavy Vehicle Defects
The 2015 PACCAR and Dealer TMC will be taking place in October and the first session is going to be held on October 26th with a major topic of discussion being heavy vehicle roadworthiness defects, according to the Australian Trucking Association (ATA).