In Cabin Data Device

VEHICLE DATA UNITS (HANDHELD or FIXED DATA ENTRY UNITS)
Increasingly transport operators are choosing to replace pen and paper with electronic methods of record keeping and customer delivery conformation. Safe Load Program partners have reviewed the risks associated with the use of these handheld and fixed data units (tablets) in vehicle cabins in terminals, and has agreed a number of safety measures be applied to ensure a data unit does not become an ignition source in a terminal or loading gantry.

HANDHELD / FIXED DEVICE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Data units shall not be removed from the vehicle cabin when inside an SLP terminal. Devices can be securely fixed to the vehicle or mounted in a cradle, either fixed or removable or simply handheld.
However data units shall not be removed from a cradle when the vehicle is inside a terminal unless the unit is attached to the vehicle via a robust lanyard, cable, cord or strap.

Data units shall be turned off before entering an SLP loading gantry hazardous area. Data units shall be completely powered off before entering a loading gantry, the unit shall not transmit or receive data via a phone network, Wi-Fi, radio or Bluetooth while in an SLP terminal loading gantry hazardous area.

Data entry “in an approved area” 
Many SLP Terminals will allow drivers to enter data into a unit when the following is applied:

– the vehicle is stationary and the vehicle park brake is applied;
– the vehicle is parked in an area approved by the terminal operator;
– the vehicle doors and windows are completely closed; and
– the data unit is not to be removed from its cradle unless its tethered to the vehicle.
– Data units shall not be used as a phone when inside an SLP terminal. (Even if the function is available it shall not be used when the vehicle is inside an SLP terminal)
– Handheld data units shall meet all of the requirements of Australian Standards.
A copy of the electronic handheld compliance document (OS7-CD-2.1.001 V1 11-2015) should be obtained from SLP to ensure your Data unit is compliant.

NOTE: This approval does not extend to other handheld or electronic devices for personal use only; e.g. personal mobile phone, smart phone, smart watch, iPhone, iPod, iPad, Apple watch, fitness monitor, MP3 player, DVD player, computer, tablet, Go Pro, sports camera, etc.

For all queries, please contact:

Lee Stringer
SLP Manager [email protected]
0419 908 919

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LPG Passports come to an end

From the 1st January 2016

SLP will no longer issue LPG Passports to Drivers

For some time now SLP has been reviewing the viability of upgrading the old SLP LPG training and passport program to align with the SLP petroleum load training program. Due to the high cost in updating the LPG program combined with the small number of LPG drivers in Australia and the small number of LPG facilities that insist a SLP passport for driver entry; SLP has made the final decision not to go ahead and upgrade or continue to support the outdated LPG driver training program in Australia.

We have previously communicated with LPG loading facilities that participate in the SLP Passport program, and advised them that they will need to implement an alternative more cost effective and fit for purpose driver LPG training and approval program.

We ask that LPG transport operators communicate directly with LPG loading facilities regarding alternatives to the SLP passport for LPG drivers, and to communicate with their current training provider to arrange for appropriate alternative LPG training and verification of driver competency.

SLP regrets any inconvenience this may cause LPG drivers, transport operators and facilities, but we hope you can understand that we don’t wish to impose higher costs on the industry than is necessary.

Current LPG Passports will be considered by SLP as a valid recored of training and assessment until their expiry date; Please note this will be dependant on the individual loading facility and their decision to honour the SLP Passport and its expiry date.

If you have any questions please contact:

Lee Stringer
SLP Manager
[email protected]

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ULP & E10 Colour change Red to Yellow 1st Oct 2015

Petrol manufacturing and importing companies have made the decision to remove the red dye from unleaded petrol and E10, this colour change will not have any impact on the fuel’s performance or product handling requirements.

The reason for the change is to align with international practices that are currently in place in Europe, USA and Asia, where petrol is not dyed.

The change to un-dyed unleaded petrol and E10 will commence from 1 October 2015, the transition may take up to 12 months, so during this period both dyed and un-dyed unleaded petrol and E10 may be seen in the market.

Unleaded petrol and E10 are currently dyed red but does vary through to a pink colour. With the removal of dye, unleaded petrol and E10 will eventually appear yellow to pale yellow in colour.

So commencing from the 1st of October the full list of products that may appear yellow to pale yellow in colour will include:

  • Unleaded Petrol
  • E10 (Unleaded containing 10% Ethanol)
  • Premium Unleaded Petrol and;
  • Diesel

SLP Trainers 

Please note we are currently modifying the SLP load training product quality video and trainer and trainee documents to reflect the changes in ULP and E10 colour we will be in contact with you all shortly with information on these minor changes and how you can access the new training materials.

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More information can be obtained here: AIP Press Release

If you require further information please call the SLP Manager

Lee Stringer 0419908919

[email protected]

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