Fitness to drive a heavy vehicle

As part of the eligibility requirements of the National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) for Basic and Advanced Fatigue Management, medical assessment is required at least once every three years for drivers aged 49 years and under, and yearly for drivers aged 50 and over (whether or not the person has a medical condition that may affect their ability to drive).

It is a requirement of both the Basic Fatigue Management (BFM) and Advanced Fatigue Management (AFM) that:

The form MR658 National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) Medical Certificate has been discontinued. Operators of heavy vehicles are able to meet their obligations by using the forms above for their accreditation for Basic or Advanced Fatigue Management under the NHVAS.

The requirement to be medically examined on a regular basis for the NHVAS is irrespective of the Registrar of Motor Vehicles obligation to ensure that all drivers are medically fit and able to drive competently and safely. Refer to www.mylicence.sa.gov.au for further information.


Contact National Heavy Vehicle Regulator

Online

Phone

Phone - 1300 MYNHVR (1300 696 487)
Fax - (07) 3309 8777

Post

PO Box 492
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006


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Page last updated 24 January 2022

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