Vehicle standards guidelines

The department, with industry groups and other government authorities, has developed Safe Movement Guidelines that allow the operation of some vehicles that do not fully comply with vehicle standards without compromising safety.

Vehicles that have special uses (for example construction vehicles) often require special fittings or equipment specific to their functions that do not comply with the vehicle standards. These vehicles need an exemption to be used on Queensland roads as well as comply with specific conditions. 

Safe Movement Guideline

• Conditionally registering a vehicle in Queensland
• Fitment of flashing warning lamps on light vehicles in Queensland
• Oversize 'special use' light trailers and oversize boats on light vehicles
• Installation of non-standard tinting materials on light vehicles
• MA Category vehicles with 6-9 seats used as taxis in Queensland
• Queensland rally vehicle registration scheme (Motorsport Australia)
• In-service light vehicles not fitted with identification plates in Queensland
• Non-Complying Beach Trailers used by Surf Life Saving Queensland
• Fitting of safety cages and harness type seatbelts in Motorsport Australia club rally vehicles
• Over-dimension light trailers carrying harvester combs in Queensland
• Non-Standard Light Trailers including agricultural implements, agricultural trailers and drawn plant
• Interim management for registration of eligible left-hand drive vehicles in Queensland
• Use of seatbelt buckle covers for passengers with disabilities or medical conditions

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