Global Accreditation Services is helping businesses navigate the transition to the new Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) accreditation framework, ensuring operators remain compliant while continuing to run safe and efficient fleets.
The reforms were implemented on August 1, and will see the National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) phased out and replaced by the new Heavy Vehicle Accreditation (HVA) scheme.
The HVA scheme introduces a tiered, performance based framework designed to recognise operators with the implementation and maintenance a Safety Management System (SMS).
The transition from NHVAS to HVA allows businesses to continue operating under their current NHVAS accreditation until it expires.
The experienced team at Global Accreditation Services can tailor support to operators to help you with the transition, and keep your business and freight moving safely and efficiently.
From reviewing existing systems and policies to developing compliance systems, Global Accreditation Services works closely with transport businesses of all sizes to simplify complex accreditation processes.
The team has extensive industry knowledge which allows your business to identify potential gaps and implement solutions.
Even if you don’t want or need accreditation, the Safety Management System is the preferred risk control method for transport operators - as recommended by the Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association.
Global Accreditation Services undertake auditing and compliance management needs of operations from a single truck operator through to the Chain of Responsibility management for retail suppliers, manufacturers and global logistics businesses.
With the current regulatory environment, the importance of a good auditing cannot be understated.
An auditor with clear understanding of the obligations of the client is paramount in building a culture of continuous improvement.
Global Accreditation Services’ auditors have more than 40 years of experience in various industry schemes, and are registered with several accreditation schemes as approved auditors.
The team is competent in accreditation programs including Livestock Loading Schemes, WA Accreditation, CoRsafe, Trucksafe and AMCAS.
If you need help with accreditation schemes or compliance management within the transport sector, phone (03) 5874 3814 or operations@globalaccreditation.com.au.
