Transport Industry Gender Pay Gap Addressed by New Website
There are some players in transport industry that are doing their best to address gender pay gaps such as Linfox and Toll whereas others such as rival K&S Corporation are not.
Truck Driver Helpline to Continue Despite Funding Concerns
The 1300 DRIVER helpline, the helpline dedicated to helping truckies in need, is available not only to truck drivers but their families and friends 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Truck Loading Made Easier by New Rule
A new law has come into effect which makes the loading of trucks simpler by providing the industry with greater flexibility when it comes to distributing loads across axle groups.
Truck Safety Video Released by ATA
Following a successful TruckWeek 2014 which took place from the 1st to the 7th of September across the nation, the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has released a safety video aimed at reducing the number of road deaths linked to truck crashes on Australian roads.
Safety Authority issues Truck and Trailer Warning
Following a spate of truck-related fatalities, Workplace Health and Safety Queensland have issued a warning on the need to properly immobilise trucks and trailers when working near or under them.
NSW Operators Given 2 Year Extension on “non-conforming” Bullbars
NSW truckies have been given a two year reprieve to get their non-compliant bull bars in line with Australian Design Rules for vehicle frontal protection systems.