Transitioned notices covering the operation of heavy vehicle access have been replaced and National and State notices made under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) have been updated. A list of expiring notices and their replacement is available on the NHVR's Notice and permit-based schemes website.
Operators and drivers of multi-combination vehicles must comply with the specified notice(s) available from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator's (NHVR) website.
Vehicle combinations
B-doubles
| Expiring notice | Updated notice |
|---|---|
| South Australia Class 3 Heavy Articulated Motor Vehicle and B-double Livestock Loading Mass Exemption (Notice) 2014 (No.1) | South Australia Class 3 Articulated Motor Vehicle and B-double Livestock Loading Mass Exemption Notice 2019 (No.1) |
Operation of 26m B-double Vehicles and Operation of B-double Vehicles up to 25m in length | National Class 2 B-double Authorisation Notice 2019 |
Operation of B-doubles to access Thomas Food International at Lobethal
B-double access to Thomas Foods International at Lobethal is published on RAVnet and now available for operators under the National Class 2 B-double Authorisation Notice.
Rigid truck and dog trailers
| Expiring notice | Updated notice |
|---|---|
| Operation of Rigid Truck and Dog Trailer Combinations up to 23m in length | South Australia Class 3 Heavy Vehicle 23m Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2017 |
| Transport of Stobie poles by SA power networks and contractors | South Australia Class 3 Heavy Vehicle Truck and Dog (Stobie Pole) Dimension Exemption Notice 2019 (No.1) |
Medium articulated vehicles towing vehicles
For vehicle specifications, operating conditions and approved routes or areas please refer to the Information Bulletin - Medium Articulated Vehicle with Trailer (609.5 KB PDF).
Road trains
| Expiring notice | Updated notice |
|---|---|
| Operation of B-triple vehicles up to 35m in length | South Australia Schedule of the National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 (No. 1) (Refer to the National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 Amendment Notice 2019 (No.1)) |
| Operation of Road Train Vehicles in South Australia1 | South Australia Class 3 (Application of Higher Mass Limits) Mass Exemption Notice 2019 (No.1) South Australia Class 3 Road Train (Limited Routes) Dimension Exemption Notice 2019 National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 (No. 1) National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 Amendment Notice 2019 (No.1) National Class 3 Heavy Vehicle 4.6m High by Construction Semitrailer Dimension Exemption (Notice) 2014 (No. 1) South Australia Class 3 Baled Commodity Exemption Notice 2019 |
| South Australia class 2 heavy vehicle 25m to 30m road train authorisation notice 2017 | National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 (No. 1) National Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Road Train Authorisation (Notice) 2015 Amendment Notice 2019 (No.1) |
Note:
- The original SA Road Train notice contained a variety of authorisations, exemptions and Higher Mass Limit declarations. These cannot be combined under a single Heavy Vehicle National Law Notice therefore various components have been included among existing and amended notices.
- Rules relating to the speed limits applying to road trains are located in the Road Traffic (Road Rules - Ancillary and Miscellaneous Provisions) Regulations 2014.
AB-triples
Operators with eligible AB-triple road trains are able to access approved routes using a permit issued by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator - AB-Triple Road Train Fact Sheet (899.6 KB PDF)
Converter dolly
| Expiring notice | Updated notice |
|---|---|
| South Australia Class 3 Heavy Vehicle Converter Dolly Mass and Dimension Exemption (Notice) 2014 (No. 1) | South Australia Class 3 Converter Dolly Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2019 (No.1) |
Vehicle carrier
| Expiring notice | Updated notice |
|---|---|
| South Australia Class 3 Heavy Vehicle 23 Metre Long Single Deck Vehicle Carrier Dimension Exemption (Notice) 2014 (No. 1) | South Australia Class 3 23m Long Single Deck Vehicle Carrier Exemption Notice 2019 (No.1) |
Conditions of operation
Roadworthiness
When referring to notices made by the NHVR under the Heavy Vehicle National Law, any heavy vehicle registered in South Australia must either:
- hold National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) maintenance management accreditation for the vehicle or
- display the appropriate inspection label as issued by the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure which identifies the type of vehicle configuration and the inspection expiry date.
Heavy vehicles which are registered in another state or territory must comply with the roadworthiness requirements of that jurisdiction.
More information is available in the Information Bulletin - NHVAS Maintenance (319.0 KB PDF).
Medical certificates
There is no longer a requirement for a driver of a B-double or road train operating south of Port Augusta to carry a current medical certificate.
While drivers of heavy vehicles in South Australia are not required to carry a current medical certificate, they may need to have a current medical certificate under the following circumstances:
- to meet the requirements of the NHVAS Fatigue Management module, or
- to meet the requirements of their driver's licence as administered under the Motor Vehicles Act 1959.
Warning signs for combinations longer than 22 m
Warning signs for heavy vehicle is defined under schedule 3, part 3 of the Heavy Vehicle (Vehicle Standards) National Regulation.
Clarification as to the signage requirements for vehicle combinations longer than 22 m can be located on the NHVR's Vehicle Standards Guide 19 - Vehicle warning signs.
From 10 December 2019, the new requirements are outlined below:| Vehicle length | Warning sign |
|---|---|
| 22 - 30 m long | Long vehicle |
| Over 30 m long | Road train |
To assist operators who will have a change in signage and transition to the new requirements, the NHVR published the National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Warning Signs for Combinations Longer than 22 m) Exemption Notice. Under the transitional notice certain vehicles will be able to use either long vehicle or road train signs for up to two years.
Assembly and disassembly
Heavy vehicles are not permitted to assemble or disassemble in parking bays or rest areas, including the side of the road. This activity must only be undertaken on private property.
Assembly and disassembly yards in South Australia are privately owned and access to these yards must be negotiated with the owners of the facility.
Related information
Downloads
- MR1534 - Information Bulletin - Livestock Loading in SA (466.2 KB PDF)
- Cooper Basin - heavy vehicle operation and private road access (674.2 KB PDF)
On this site
Contact National Heavy Vehicle Regulator
Online
Email - info@nhvr.gov.au
Web - www.nhvr.gov.au
Phone
Phone - 1300 MYNHVR (1300 696 487)
Fax - (07) 3309 8777
Post
PO Box 492
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
