THREE transport companies will operate their heavy vehicles under the Advanced Fatigue Management scheme, after being endorsed by the Fatigue Authorities Panel.
According to the Fatigue Authorities Panel, it has also approved registrations for two fatigue experts.
The Fatigue Authorities Panel says it received a number of quality applications for the Advanced Fatigue Management (AFM) scheme. It has encouraged the use of industry-specific AFM templates to promote the scheme through the transport and handling sectors.
The AFM scheme differs from the ‘one-size-fits-all’ work and rest limits, because it can be tailored for the needs of different truck operations by applying a genuine fatigue safety risk management approach.
The national scheme is based on successful trials pioneered by the Queensland Government and a number of transport operators.
AFM-accredited operators must comply with 10 auditable standards, including scheduling and rostering, operating limits, readiness for duty, health, management practices, workplace conditions, fatigue knowledge and awareness, responsibilities, records and documentation and internal review.
Transport operators interested in applying for AFM accreditation should contact their local road agency.
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