Related programs
Intelligent Access Program
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (formerly Queensland Transport and the Department of Main Roads) has implemented the Intelligent Access Program in Queensland. The program provides heavy vehicles improved access to the Australian road network in return for monitoring of compliance with specified access conditions (for example, where and when the Intelligent Access Program vehicle is operating against the higher mass limit road network).
The vehicle telematics include a combination of global positioning systems, in-vehicle sensors and transmitters, and communications technology that will transmit vehicle performance data to an Intelligent Access Program service provider.
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Intelligent Access Program
Higher mass limits and routes
Higher mass limits provides a means for operators to gain additional loading capacity beyond those granted through the National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme’s mass management module. Membership of the scheme’s mass management module is a prerequisite for higher mass limits, in addition to other requirements and conditions.
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Higher mass limits
Fuel tax rebate – maintenance management module for heavy diesel vehicles
Under the Fuel Tax Act 2006, operators of diesel fuelled heavy road vehicles may seek a fuel tax credit. All vehicles manufactured on or after 1 January 1996 are automatically eligible for the credit. Vehicles manufactured prior to 1 January 1996 must satisfy certain environmental criteria to be eligible for the credit.
The criteria apply to diesel vehicles over 4.5 tonne (t) GVM that are used in an on-road business activity.
Vehicles over 4.5 t GVM which operate on other fuels such as petrol, liquid petroleum gas or compressed natural gas are not subject to the environmental criteria. These criteria also do not apply to motor vehicles which are used in a primary production business and which are primarily used on an agricultural property.
Fuel used in a vehicle that is part of an accredited audited maintenance program, is eligible for the fuel tax credit. The National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme maintenance management module includes certain minimum requirements related to emissions performance and auditing, and members of the module may qualify for the credit.
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An example of the module standards that address the environmental criteria is provided below:
Standard 9 – fuel quality (for operators using accreditation to gain a fuel tax credit)
Fuel purchased for use in the vehicle must be obtained from a reputable supplier and when stored, the storage facilities must be properly designed and maintained to prevent fuel contamination and deterioration.
For further information about the fuel tax credit, contact the Australian Taxation Office on telephone 13 28 66y between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday EST (GMT + 10)(excluding public holidays).
Road friendly suspension – mass management module
To qualify for the additional mass granted through membership of the module, an operator must demonstrate compliance with various standards, such as:
Standard 8 – maintenance of suspension
All vehicles subject to this accreditation, including trailers supplied by other parties, must have their suspension systems maintained and replaced according to manufacturer’s or a qualified mechanical engineer’s specification and taking into account the Australian Road Transport Suppliers Association Air Suspension Code.
This mass management standard (Standard 8) was introduced at the same time as concessional mass limits to ensure suspension systems on accredited vehicles are properly maintained to a prescribed maintenance regime. Whilst the mass concessions relate to tandem and tri-axle configurations, all axles must comply with the new standard.
Implications for higher mass limits
Changes to the mass management module could affect vehicles operating under both concessional mass limits and higher mass limits.
Guidance on meeting Standard 8:
- Refer to maintenance service manuals provided by the truck manufacturer.
- Update your maintenance procedures to meet the new requirements.
- Use a qualified mechanical engineer to develop a suitable maintenance schedule.
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