Fatigue Management Principles

Course Overview

This Fatigue Management session is designed for transport operators and personnel who need to understand and manage fatigue risks effectively within their operations. It focuses on practical strategies and compliance with the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) fatigue requirements.

The course helps attendees identify fatigue hazards, understand legal obligations, and implement systems to keep drivers and the public safe.

Course Details

  • Delivery: In-person

  • Location: VTA Office, Level 1, AAT House, 46 Kooringa Way, Port Mlebourne VIC 3207

  • Duration: 3.5 hours commencing 8:00AM

  • Certificate: Certificate of completion provided

  • Price: $395 +GST VTA/VWMA Members
    $445 +GST Non-Members

Registration

Places are limited each session. Early registration is recommended to secure your spot. For further information, please contact Serah Corazza at training@vta.com.au.

  • This session is suitable for:

    • Transport operators and business owners

    • Transport managers and schedulers

    • Drivers and team leaders

    • Safety and compliance coordinators

    • Anyone responsible for fatigue management strategies

  • Fatigue Regulations & Responsibilities

    • Overview of fatigue obligations under HVNL

    • What “reasonably practicable” means in safety management

    • Shared responsibilities across the supply chain

    Fatigue Risk Factors

    • Causes of driver fatigue

    • Recognising and assessing fatigue hazards

    • Impacts of sleep loss on performance

    Practical Fatigue Management

    • Fatigue risk controls and mitigation

    • Planning schedules to reduce fatigue risk

    • Monitoring, reporting and record keeping

    • Real-world case studies and examples

  • By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

    • Understand fatigue management obligations

    • Identify fatigue hazards within their operations

    • Apply practical controls to reduce risk

    • Improve driver safety and organisational compliance

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