WH&S
Mandatory reporting of positive COVID-19 tests
Important message for all members with operations in Victoria. A new regulation was made under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic) on Tuesday 28 July 2020. The Occupational Health and Sa...
Transport NSW – COVID-19 Testing Requirements
The below information has been issued by Transport NSW. Following National Cabinet’s agreement to the Protocol for Domestic Border Controls – Freight Movements last week, the NSW Government has introd...
Where to get tested for COVID-19
The Department of Health is funding up to 100 GP respiratory clinics to help protect Australians. If you think you have symptoms of COVID-19 you can contact a clinic to be assessed and get clinical ad...
VIC commercial transport and freight drivers must wear face masks in SA
South Australian Police have advised that commercial transport and freight drivers who usually reside in Victoria are required to wear a face mask when interacting with the public in South Australia a...
Your Invitation To Participate in Truck Driver Wellness Program
OzHelp received a grant under the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) Round 4 Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI). The project will develop a Health, Wellness and Suicide Prevention Program for...
Ways to help you get ready for tax time
2020 has been a very challenging time for businesses, with COVID-19, bushfires and drought taking an unprecedented toll on many. While tax and super may not be on the top of your mind during these tim...
Tasmania launched COVID-19 Safe Workplaces Framework
Members should be aware that the Tasmanian Government has launched the COVID-19 Safe Workplaces Framework to support businesses and workplaces to continue to operate or reopen while protecting Tasmani...
BP Facilities access for heavy vehicle drivers
In response, the pandemic BP is providing up-to-date site information, including available facilities such as showers and lounge access, via its store locator. BP urges drivers to check the list of fa...
BP update on facilities access for heavy vehicle drivers
Last updated 2 April On 30 March it was confirmed by the government that roadhouses, dedicated truck stop facilities and truck driver lounges can remain open so Australia’s heavy vehicle drivers have ...