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ARTICLE · 11 APRIL 2018

Changes to the Heavy Vehicle National Law coming in mid-2018

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Australia's transport ministers resolved that the HVNL should be better aligned with other national safety legislation.

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Australia's Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) is changing in mid-2018. The changes are not only relevant to businesses that drive or operate heavy vehicles. They will also apply to any businesses that consign, pack, load or receive goods by heavy vehicles.

Background to Chain of Responsibility Amendments

As a result of concerns expressed by industry participants and regulators, and after extensive consultation, Australia's transport ministers resolved that the HVNL should be reformed to better align with other national safety legislation such as the Model Work Health and Safety Act and the Rail Safety National Law.

The Heavy Vehicle National Law Amendment Bill was passed in December 2016 in the Queensland Parliament and the changes are expected to take effect in mid-2018.

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