Top Cop Says: Extend Chain of Responsibility to Drugs
With the chain of responsibility laws currently under review with possible reform on the cards and the development of primary duties which focus on safety, Senior Victorian Police Officer Bernie Rankin is calling for the reforms to include provisions on drug use.
Near-Transparent Truck Could Save Lives
Electronics giant Samsung has unveiled its near transparent safety truck which it says could save thousands of lives.
Heavy Vehicle Road Safety Blitz Completed in Queensland
Queensland Police officers have just concluded a heavy vehicle road safety blitz spanning 4 weeks as part of Operation Austrans 2015.
WorkCover Issues Safety Alert on Falls from Flatbed Trucks and Trailers
Following the death of an experienced truck driver when he fell from a trailer while loading his vehicle, WorkCover NSW has released a safety alert on the issue.
TWU Wants Employers to Admit Responsibility in Drivers Drug Taking
The Transport Workers Union wants employers to bear some of the responsibility of drivers who use drugs on the road.
Transport Owner Receives Manslaughter Verdict following Driver Death
Directors are reminded that they can now be held personally responsible for COR offences which now also include maintenance issues.