Many thanks to terminal operators in Australia that share incidents so we can learn from these incidents. Incident: While loading diesel onto the lead trailer on a multiple trailer combination, the driver noticed diesel leaking from under the trailer. The driver safely stopped loading by activating the loading bay emergency stop and then closed the […]
SLP, and it’s participating terminal partners in Australia, are implementing a new method for dealing with tankers loading for the first time, after Returning To Service (RTS) from maintenance, repairs, servicing, cleaning or inspection. SLP conducted a trial in South Australia, that has proved to be very successful. The new RTS process is easy to use and has been effective at reducing confusion […]
WHAT IS THE NRSPP? The National Road Safety Partnership Program (NRSPP) offers a collaborative network to support Australian businesses in developing a positive road safety culture. It’s about saving lives without the red tape. Partners within the NRSPP recognise road safety not as a competitive advantage but as a shared advantage. Collaboration will not only increase productivity but save […]
The EPA has published guidance material that will help all heavy vehicle operators and drivers, assisting in identifying issues that can lead to a vehicle fire. The document also provides guidance for drivers in the signs and what to look for, hopefully preventing a fire in a vehicle. You can access this guidance material by […]
Safe Load Program have produced documents to assist tank owners and maintenance providers when conducting 2 1/2 year Hatch and Vent and 5 year Hydrostatic testing. We thank many within the industry that have shared their knowledge and experience with us in the creation of these documents. with Special thanks to the NSW EPA for […]
Australian SLP Inspection Location, I bring to your attention a couple of issues that have been raised with us at SLP and we in turn are sharing this information as a way of raising your awareness to problems that can hopefully be avoided or lessened in the future. Incident One: Consecutive overfill protection probe activations […]
