NHVR supports telematics technology to make roads safer

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has put its weight behind the use of telematics within the heavy vehicle industry as a way to help improve road safety.

NHVR Executive Director for Productivity and Safety Geoff Casey said he welcomes the Australian Logistics Council’s (ALC) commitment to improving safety in the heavy Vehicle industry.

“The NHVR agrees with the ALC’s recent statement that data captured from heavy vehicles, with regard to their speed, fatigue and a variety of other measures, can lead to improved safety and compliance outcomes on our roads,” said Casey

According to the Australia New Zealand Policing Advisory Agency, there has been an upward trend in offences issued to truck drivers following police inspection operations of heavy vehicles.

The NHVR believes it is in the interests of industry and operators to voluntarily adopt these technologies as they provide substantial business and safety benefits which assist operators in delivering on a smarter, safer and more productive industry.

“Regulatory telematics, along with new and innovative technology solutions, provide a significant contribution to achieving and improving safety outcomes for all road users and the community more broadly,” said Casey.

The regulator said there may be a case for mandating some technologies including regulatory telematics; however, such a move would require appropriate consultation and discussion with industry and regulatory service providers prior to any decision.