Changes to J and P Code Legislation ensure National Consistency
Changes to J and P Code legislation ushers in a new national approach to J and P Code modifications.
J code (body mounting) and P (tow coupling, fifth wheel and king pin installation) code heavy vehicle modifications will now (as of 1 July 2015) need to be certified and approved by an approved vehicle examiner (AVE).
Another blow for Cootes despite ongoing extensive measures to comply with CoR
Another blow for Cootes this morning, as a 40,000 litre LPG tanker collided with a car this morning near the University of Western Sydney Campus this morning around 10am.
Victorian Police Put Chain of Responsibility Resources under Scrutiny
Chain of Responsibility resources are the focus of police scrutiny in the state of Victoria.
Senior officer, Bernie Rankin says how the police tackle chain of responsibility is on his agenda and resources available are under scrutiny.
SARTA Supports New Owner Alert System
South Australian authorities have implemented new provisions that allow police to inform the owners or operators of trucks about serious offences committed by drivers.
Coroner Calls for Improved Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Pressure is mounting for the calls of a coroner, following a coronary inquiry to be implemented and tyre pressure to be better monitored.
Transport Ministers Support COR Reforms
Reforms to the nation’s Chain of Responsibility laws are being supported by Australia’s transport ministers, who have amended the Heavy Vehicle National Law by developing primary duties which focus on safety.