Module 3: Mass, Dimension and Loading - for On Road Parties

This short online module for on-road parties in the Chain of Responsibility (CoR) covers Mass and Dimension limits and Load Restraint in relation to CoR.

Description

The aim of this short online module is to provide participants with a general awareness of requirements associated with mass and dimension limits and loading and how to manage the transport safety risks associated with them to ensure the safety of drivers, other workers and the community as a whole.

Key topics covered:

  • The safety impacts and legislative requirements regarding mass, dimension and loading in the transport industry
  • Mass and dimension limits for common heavy vehicles and combinations
  • Container Weight Declarations and Oversize Overmass loads
  • The National Transport Commission Load Restraint Guide and basic load restraint principles
  • Determining the correct load restraint method and calculating the number of lashings required
  • Practical solutions for managing mass, dimension and loading within an on-road business

Who should attend:
Transport Operators, Prime Contractors, Schedulers and Employers

When you complete the training
Upon successful completion of this course the participants will receive a Statement of Completion.

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