Volume 42, Issue 87, 30 September 2022 |
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QTA awarded funding for HV Safe Driver Pilot Program |
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The Queensland Trucking Association’s (QTA) Heavy Vehicle Safe Driver Pilot Program will receive crucial funding from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s (NHVR) Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), supported by the Federal Government. The QTA is pleased to be awarded this funding for this significant project that will train 50 competency based, safe, skilled, licensed heavy vehicle drivers as part of a pilot project. Chief Executive Officer, Gary Mahon said the project will be delivered over the next 12 months and offered to a range of applicants that reflects the diversity in the road freight industry.
QTA developed the project based on extensive industry intelligence gathered from road freight operators through regular engagement and extended industry networks. It was evident that there is a lack of opportunity for newly licenced heavy vehicle drivers to gain the required hours of on-road experience and this is a significant contributor to the driver shortage in Australia for commercial fleet operators.
“The QTA Heavy Vehicle Safe Driver Program aims to produce competency based, safe, skilled, licensed heavy vehicle drivers of a standard that will satisfy employers and enhance road safety outcomes. The program will include a combination of theory classroom-based education and practical on-road driving instruction. The calibre of newly licenced truck drivers produced in this program will improve the level of on-road competency through the inclusion of 160 logged hours of supervised post licence on-road driving hours,” said Mr Mahon.
“This is not currently included in current driver training programs and there are no options for a newly licenced driver to achieve this unless employed. This increased level of control over the on-road driver training component will provide the local supply chain with more confidence in the quality of newly licenced drivers operating the trucks and managing and delivering freight into local communities.” NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto said Queensland Trucking Association is one of 16 grantees that will receive funding as part of the Federal Government’s $5.6 million investment towards HVSI projects. Read the full Media Release here |
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Two decades of data show ongoing improvement in truck safety |
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A review of almost two decades of truck accident data by Australia’s largest logistics and transport specialist insurer, NTI, has revealed a vast improvement in the trucking industry’s safety performance. NTI has just released the 2022 Major Accident Report from its National Truck Accident Research Centre (NTARC) and has analysed trends since 2005.
It found while there’s been a 55 per cent (%) increase in the number of trucks on the road and a 51% rise in road freight volumes, the rate of serious truck accidents has not followed this trend.
Report author since 2019, Adam Gibson, said the data shows a combination of tighter government regulation and industry investment in safety, technology, professional development and leadership has improved road safety.
Full Media Release - click here
NTI NRTAC 2022 Report - click here.
Related article - NTI major accident report retrospective reveals improvements |
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Register Now - Safety & Risk Smart Business Seminar - Brisbane 18/10/2022 |
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Join us for a seminar focusing on safety and risk as well as the launch of a new free digital skills program for drivers. Presentations from our industry specialists will include: Register Now - click here QTA Members: 1 complimentary registration per member company (please use Coupon Code * - SBSonefree). Additional member registrations $27.50 per person (incl GST) Non-Members: $55.00 per person (incl GST) Numbers are limited to 50 attendees * Members must login to Member Portal to apply discount a checkout. |
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$3.5 million in industry projects to improve heavy vehicle safety |
Joint Media Release (26/9/2022) by Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government - Hon Catherine King MP and Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Transport - Senator the Hon Carol Brown with National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, CEO - Sal Petroccitto Fifteen industry-led projects will receive crucial funding as part of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s (NHVR) Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), supported by the Australian Government. $3.5 million will be invested into the projects through Round 7 of the HVSI program to improve heavy vehicle safety. These heavy vehicle projects are created for industry, by industry, to make their workplace safer.
The Australian Government has invested in 132 HVSI projects over six years to progress a safer, more productive heavy vehicle industry.
For more information on the Australian Government’s Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative program, visit https://www.nhvr.gov.au/hvsi. Click here to view full release |
New NAIF investment to help kickstart multi-billion dollar fertiliser industry |
Media Release (30/9/2022) by Federal Minister for Northern Australia, Hon. Madeleine King MP The Australian Government’s Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) has committed a $220 million loan to support the development of the Perdaman Urea Project in Western Australia. It will be the largest urea plant in Australia. The US$4.2 billion project located 20 kilometres north-west of Karratha will produce approximately two million tonnes of urea per year and kickstart a new multi-billion-dollar fertiliser industry.
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Stay powerline aware this harvest season |
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Article from WorkSafe.qld.gov.au
With bananas, sugar cane and other spring and summer harvests underway or set to start in coming months, producers have been reminded to play it safe with overhead powerlines, whatever the task at hand.
Read more |
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Offer for new BP Plus Customers |
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Sign up to BP Plus by 30 November and your business could earn up to 5x Qantas Points with BP Plus when you spend a minimum of $500 per month from eligible fuel or shop products for 6 months. QTA Members must use this code when applying: QBRMULTIQTA T & C's apply - find out more here |
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How management liability insurance can protect your business against legal actions |
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The relationship between employers and employees is changing. Businesses are being held more accountable for their actions in the workplace, and employees are more willing to escalate issues via legal or regulatory avenues across all industry sectors and business sizes in Australia. In this climate it’s increasingly important that businesses protect themselves from the cost and reputational fallout from these cases with the appropriate insurance cover.
The grounds for employment practice actions range from the cultural to the personal, and may involve people no longer employed by the business. Management may often be unaware of the trigger events or behaviour that have given rise to the claim. Businesses can be held liable for the actions of its employees, even if managers were unaware of what occurred.
Employment practices legal suits may take the form of a claim for damages or civil, regulatory or criminal proceedings. While legal costs and settlements can be financially expensive, media publicity (including social media), may also cause substantial losses through reputational damage.
Legal actions may be brought by past or current employees who are full time, part time, casual, seasonal, temporary or provided through agencies and may also include volunteers. They can also be brought by third parties, such as regulatory authorities.
Read full article |
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It's time to apply for your Director's ID |
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You need a director identification number (director ID) if you're a director of a company, registered Australian body, registered foreign company or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporation. A director identification number (director ID) is a requirement for all directors. It is a unique identifier that directors apply for once and keep forever. All existing directors must apply for their director ID by 30 November 2022.
You can beat the rush and get your director ID online today via the Australian Business Registry Services website here.
For a step-to-step guide on how to apply, watch the director ID demonstration video. |
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ATA 2022 Truck Tech Award |
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Do you know someone in the trucking industry who is committed to technical and maintenance excellence in the trucking industry? Now’s your chance to nominate them for the ATA’s 2022 Craig Roseneder Award.
The winner will be announced on Thursday 1 December 2023.
Thanks to Castrol, the award winner will be sent on an all-expenses trip to the US to attend a US Technology and Maintenance Council’s Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition.
They will also be invited to attend the next in-person ATA Technology and Maintenance Conference.
The selection criteria and nomination form for the award is available here.
Nominations close Friday 11 November 2022 at 4pm. |
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