Recently a tanker was involved in an incident where the tank shell impacted a stationary object that dented and gouged scratches along the tank for approximately a metre in length. The damage was in an area of the tank that included an internal compartment baffle. After some time of continued use, the tank shell that […]
The location of EMERGENCY STOP buttons and BATTERY ISOLATION switches is critical to the safe operation of a dangerous goods delivery vehicle. Having these switches and buttons installed on the drivers side and behind the vehicle cabin allows all dangerous goods drivers and emergency services the ability to quickly access and shut down the vehicle […]
Please be aware of this new information bulletin sent to all NSW Dangerous Goods vehicle licence holders regarding safe practices while unloading Dangerous Goods tank vehicles. The attached factsheet has been prepared by the NSW EPA specifically for petrol tanker unloading at petrol/service stations. The NSW EPA factsheet advises: When tankers unload petrol at petrol […]
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 […]
