Every day, the NHVR works with companies and operators in the logistics supply chain to help them understand their Chain of Responsibility obligations under the Heavy Vehicle National Law. This podcast sets out five common risks operators face in managing driver fatigue. This information is also available as a fact sheet from https://www.nhvr.gov.au/cor

When it comes to managing speed in heavy vehicles, chain of responsibility laws place all parties in the driver’s seat. Parties in the supply chain must take all reasonable steps to make sure don't cause or influence drivers to exceed speed limits. This information is also available as a fact sheet from https://www.nhvr.gov.au/cor

Overloading heavy vehicles puts everyone at risk. Learn more about your obligations under chain of responsibility laws and how to minimise the risk of loads in excess of legal limits. This information is also available as a fact sheet from https://www.nhvr.gov.au/cor

Australia’s first national heavy vehicle health check, conducted in Aug - Sep 2016, provides a point-in-time snapshot of the mechanical condition of Australia's heavy vehicle fleet. The results show a sound performance by industry in maintaining vehicles, with some room for improvement. For more information, visit nhvr.gov.au/nrbs

Due to recent changes to the Australian Design Rules (ADR) requirements, semi-trailer rear bumpers no longer need to be painted white. This change only applies to new semi-trailers built from 1 January 2005. The information in this podcast is also available as a fact sheet from https://www.nhvr.gov.au/safety-accreditation-compliance/vehicle-standards-and-modifications/vehicle-standards-guides

This guide sets out changes made to heavy vehicle safety standards that take effect from 6 February 2016. This information can also be downloaded as a fact sheet from https://www.nhvr.gov.au/safety-accreditation-compliance/vehicle-standards-and-modifications/vehicle-standards-guides