Apr 26th 2024 |
NHVR seeks public feedback on crane industry code of practice
NHVR is actively seeking external perspectives on a new draft code covering mobile crane operations across Australia. The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and the Crane Industry Council of Australia (CICA) have published the Crane Industry Code of Practice draft for public review and feedback. NHVR says the code will be assessed for registration once the review and comment period is complete.
Why This Draft Code Matters for Crane Operators
The Crane Code draft was created to help the crane industry and related companies follow national safety regulations. Strong risk management practices depend on clear, consistent standards that guide day-to-day operations for heavy vehicle fleets carrying cranes.
NHVR Chief Safety and Productivity Officer David Hourigan said, "As with all heavy vehicles on our roads, mobile cranes must adhere to the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) that applies to all vehicles over 4.5 tonnes in most states and territories." This reinforces why compliance with transport safety obligations remains central to how the mobile crane industry code will function once finalised.
What the Proposed Safe Work Crane Licensing Changes Cover
Beyond transport compliance, the draft addresses broader safety management considerations relevant to crane management plans already used across the industry. Businesses relying on crane hire integrated industry suite documentation may find the new code shapes how future safety management systems are structured.
Key areas expected to be covered include:
- Heavy vehicle compliance obligations for mobile cranes operating on public roads
- Risk management responsibilities shared between crane operators and transport providers
- Safety management expectations for crane rigging, transport, and site operations
- Alignment with national heavy vehicle safety standards
How to Submit Feedback
The code will be open for feedback for a period of 30 days. Feedback should be submitted through NHVR's official consultation channels, giving industry stakeholders a genuine opportunity to influence final wording before registration.
Safety professionals managing risk across construction, manufacturing, and logistics sectors should review the draft closely, since amendments to national transport safety requirements often flow through into broader workplace safety management obligations. More information is available here.
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