Decline in Serious Incident Claims in Transport
Chain of Responsibility training has never been such a crucial requirement for people in the road freight industry as it is today with safety incidents in the transport industry still too high. Figures released by Safe Work Australia in a recent report reveal that we have experienced a drop in the number of serious incident claims in the transport industry but safety incidents are still too high.
Safety at the Top of American Trucking Association’s Agenda
Bill Graves, CEO of The American Trucking Association (ATA) has said that safety has become key focus of his organisation, a sentiment that we Oz should emulate.
Cootes Transport Receives another Hefty Fine
Troubled fuel tank operator, Cootes Transport has landed in hot water once again in Victoria due to a number of faults being found by that state’s authorities.
Hearing into Application for New Conditions on Dangerous Goods Transport
The Transport Workers Union (TWU) has lodged an application which will be dealt with by The Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal (RSRT) on October 27, according to an announcement by The RSRT recently.
Australian Trucking Association Health Initiative Focusing on Sleep Apnoea Released
According to a report on trucking website Fullyloaded.com.au, the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has released the first in a series of health fact sheets that will be released throughout the course of the year.
US Regulator rules on Hearing-Impaired Truckies
The United States Federal Government Department responsible for heavy vehicle regulation has stepped in to prevent hearing-impaired truck drivers from being barred from the road.