BASIC FATIGUE MANAGEMENT IN A NUTSHELL
The aim of Basic Fatigue Management Truck Drivers accreditation is to achieve improvements in road safety and transport productivity. The Fatigue Management for Commercial Drivers module is primarily about road safety, but it also provides added flexibility for operators who implement auditable accredited systems to manage driver fatigue. Fatigue management through NHVR Application encourages heavy vehicle operators to take more responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of drivers and other road users.
BENEFITS OF FATIGUE MANAGEMENT
- Longer driving hours (14 hours logbook, instead of 12!)
- Increased driving safety
- More flexibility with your schedule
We will provide you with everything necessary to establish your Fatigue Management Accreditation:
- A set of Policies and Procedures customised to your business
- NHVR Application
- NHVR Portal set up
- Necessary training
- Ongoing support
14 Hour Logbook
| Time | Work | After Mass Management |
|---|---|---|
| In any period of ... | A driver must not work for more than a maximum of ... | and must have the rest of that period off work with at least a minimum rest break of ... |
| 6 1/4 Hours | 6 hours work time | 15 continuous minutes rest time |
| 9 Hours | 8 1/2 hours work time | 30 minutes rest time in blocks of 15 continuous minutes |
| 12 Hours | 11 hours work time | 60 minutes rest time in blocks of 15 continuous minutes |
| 24 Hours | 14 hours work time | 7 continuous hours stationary rest time* |
| 7 Days | 36 hours long/night work time** | No limit has been set |
| 14 Days | 144 hours work time | 24 continuous hours stationary rest time taken after no more than 84 hours work time and 24 continuous hours stationary rest time and 2 x night rest breaks and 2 x night rest breaks taken on consecutive days |
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