HEAVY VEHICLE NATIONAL LAW
National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 Amendment Notice 2019 (No. 1)
- Purpose
(1) This Notice amends the National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 (Road Train Notice) by updating the South Australia Schedule.
Note: This update includes all previous amendments to the Road Train Notice, specifically the following:
National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015
Amendment Notice 2015 (No.1)
2. Authorising Provision
(1) This notice is made under section 119, and section 23 of Schedule 1, of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL).
3. Commencement
This notice commences on 10 February 2019.
4. Expiry
This notice expires when the National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 expires, is cancelled or otherwise amended.
5. Amendment
(1) This Notice amends the National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 by:
a) Omitting “Schedule 3 South Australia”, and inserting Schedule 1 “Schedule 3 South Australia” of this Notice; and
Peter Caprioli
Executive Director (Freight and Supply Chain Productivity)
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator
Schedule 1 – Replacement South Australia Schedule
SCHEDULE 3 – SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Definitions
Stated areas or routes
- A Type 1 road train not longer than 32m may use the routes set out in Appendix 1(a) to this Schedule.
2. A Type 1 road train longer than 32m but not longer than 36.5m may use the routes set out in Appendix 1(b) to this Schedule.
3. A Type 1 road train that is carrying a specific commodity may use the routes set out in Appendix 1(c) of this Schedule.
4. A Modular B-triple may use the routes set out in Appendix 1(d) of this Schedule.
5. A Type 2 road train may use the routes set out in Appendix 1(e) of this Schedule.
Conditions
6. A prime mover used in a road train combination must consist of a single steer axle and either a single drive axle or a dual-drive tandem axle group.
7. The total mass of a road train operating at general mass limits must not exceed 42.5t unless the prime mover is fitted with a dual–drive tandem axle group.
8. Couplings fitted to a BAB-quad or ABB-quad must have a minimum D-value rating of 162 kN—
(a) the automatic pin coupling on the rear of the lead trailer;
(b) the towing eye of the road train converter dolly;
(c) the fifth wheel of the road train converter dolly;
(d) the kingpin of a B-double lead trailer; and
(e) all couplings of a B-triple.
9. A road train operating in South Australia must either—
(a) hold maintenance management accreditation for all vehicles and components of the combination; or
(b) be subject to periodic inspection, in line either with requirements in the jurisdiction of registration or, where regular periodic inspection is not a requirement, in accordance with South Australia Heavy Vehicle inspection schedules.
10. A road train that is a vehicle carrier—
(a) as constructed must not be higher than 4.3m; and
(b) must not carry vehicles on an upper deck unless each deck below is fully loaded; and
(c) when the load is made up solely of vehicles, may be up to 4.6m in height
Appendix 1
(a) Routes as specified on the DPTI RAVnet Map System titled ’32.0m Road Train network (GML)’
(b) Routes as specified on the DPTI RAVnet Map System titled ’36.5m Road Train network (GML)’
(c) Routes set out in the road train network as specified on the DPTI RAVnet Map System titled ’Commodity Routes - Road Train (GML)’
(d) Routes as specified on the DPTI RAVnet Map System titled 35.0m B-Triple’
(e) Routes as specified on the DPTI RAVnet Map System titled ’53.5m Road Train network (GML)’
Note:- Networks referenced in this Appendix are maintained by DPTI and published on its website.
Overview
The Heavy Vehicle National Law National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 Amendment Notice 2019 (No. 1) was enacted to address the need for updating the South Australia Schedule in the Road Train Notice. This amendment notice is a part of the broader framework established under the Heavy Vehicle National Law, which was introduced to create a uniform national law for heavy vehicles. The notice was made under section 119, and section 23 of Schedule 1, of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) by the Parliament of Australia. The primary objective of this notice is to provide a comprehensive update to the South Australia Schedule, which includes the latest changes to the permissible routes for various types of heavy road trains in South Australia. This update ensures that the regulations remain current and aligned with the evolving needs of the heavy vehicle industry.
Scope and Application
The Heavy Vehicle National Law National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 Amendment Notice 2019 (No. 1) applies to entities and persons operating heavy vehicles, specifically road trains, within the jurisdiction of South Australia. This Notice updates the authorisation for heavy vehicle road trains in South Australia, ensuring compliance with the latest regulatory standards and requirements. The Notice is made under sections 119 and 23 of Schedule 1 of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), and it commences on 10 February 2019, remaining in effect until the National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 expires, is cancelled, or otherwise amended. It primarily focuses on the authorisation for road trains of various lengths and types, including Type 1 road trains, Modular B-triples, and Type 2 road trains, specifying the permissible routes and conditions for their operation within South Australia. The Notice also includes stipulations on vehicle construction, mass limits, and maintenance requirements to ensure safety and compliance on South Australian roads.
Key Provisions
The key provisions of this Notice, which is an amendment to the National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015, update the South Australia Schedule to reflect changes in road train authorisations (s. 1). This Notice made under section 119, and section 23 of Schedule 1, of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) (s. 2) commences on 10 February 2019 (s. 3) and will expire when the National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 expires, is cancelled or otherwise amended (s. 4). The amendment, which replaces the previous South Australia Schedule, includes all previous amendments to the Road Train Notice (s. 5).
This Notice sets out several key requirements and conditions for road trains operating in South Australia. First, it specifies the types of road trains that are permitted to use certain routes, based on their length and the commodity they carry (Schedule 1). For instance, a Type 1 road train not longer than 32m can use the routes specified in Appendix 1(a), while a Modular B-triple can use the routes in Appendix 1(d) (Schedule 1). Secondly, it outlines the conditions that must be met by the vehicles themselves, including specifications for the prime mover, mass limits, and coupling requirements (Schedule 1, ss. 6-9). For example, the prime mover must consist of a single steer axle and either a single drive axle or a dual-drive tandem axle group (Schedule 1, s. 6). Additionally, the Notice mandates that road trains either hold maintenance management accreditation for all vehicles and components, or be subject to periodic inspections (Schedule 1, s. 9). For vehicle carriers, there are specific height restrictions and loading requirements (Schedule 1, s. 10).
The obligations imposed by this Notice are primarily on the operators and owners of road trains, ensuring they comply with the specified conditions and requirements. These obligations include adhering to the defined routes, maintaining their vehicles according to the prescribed standards, and ensuring that all couplings meet the specified D-value rating. Operators must also ensure that their vehicles are either accredited for maintenance management or undergo periodic inspections as per the Notice’s stipulations.
Failure to comply with the provisions of this Notice may result in civil or criminal penalties. While specific penalties are not detailed in the Notice, breaches of heavy vehicle laws generally carry significant fines and potential disqualification from driving heavy vehicles. The exact penalties would depend on the nature and severity of the breach, as determined under the relevant state or territory legislation.