Introduction of the Class 1 RAV Restricted Area Low Loader Overmass Period Permit

Driven by Industry feedback, Main Roads has recently introduced the new Class 1 Restricted Access Vehicle (RAV) Restricted Area Low Loader Overmass Period Permit. It has been developed to simplify permit arrangements for some overmass low loaders required to complete local movements without crossing a bridge.

The Permit provides access to low loaders that generally require Single Trip Permits in approved Local Government areas where there are no (or minimal) bridges. It covers low loaders with the maximum axle group mass limits outlined below:

• Tri Axle Low Loader with 8 tyres per axle – 48 tonnes • Quad Axle Low Loader with 8 tyres per axle – 55 tonnes • Quin Axle Low Loader with 4 tyres per axle – 45 tonnes • Six Axle Low Loader with 4 tyres per axle – 54 tonnes

Under the Permit, travel is permitted on roads within the approved Local Government area, as identified in the Class 1 RAV Restricted Area Low Loader Overmass Period Permit Operating Conditions. To ensure operators identify that no bridges are located on the proposed route, operators must complete the Restricted Area Low Loader Route Plan as part of their route survey before travelling.

Prior to applying for the new Period Permit, operators are reminded they must familiarise themselves with all the requirements of the Class 1 RAV Restricted Area Low Loader Overmass Period Permit Operating Conditions. The Operating Conditions, Restricted Area Low Loader Route Plan and Period Permit application forms are available on the Main Roads website.

Following on from our recent HVS Industry workshops and information sessions, changes have been made to the following Permit Operating Conditions: • Class 1 Oversize Period Permit • Single Trip OSOM Vehicle Standard

Operating Conditions • Special Purpose Vehicle

Prior to implementation, Industry feedback was sought via the MySay Transport website, with comments closing on Monday 26 July. Thank you to those who participated.

We’re pleased to announce the launch of our dedicated online Auditor Hub that will allow for real time communication and collaboration between WA Heavy Vehicle Accreditation (WAHVA) Certified Auditors and Heavy Vehicle Services.

The Hub was established following feedback from the WAHVA Review and Auditors Conference, held in March 2021.

It will initially be used to provide information about planned changes to Auditing documents and processes, however it will also house FAQs and draft documentation and allow users to participate in surveys, provide feedback and raise issues relating to WAHVA.