Induction for Pilot vehicle operators

[Audio] Welcome to this short Induction for Pilots that are engaged by O'Connor's Farm machinery.

[Audio] There are a number of notices that a Class 1 oversize vehicle can adhere to. As Piloting is not our core business, we expect that you as a pilot follow all law requirements to allow you to operate safely and with in the law.

[Audio] Everyone has a responsibility under the Chain of Responsibility. A pilot falls as a prime contractor..

[Audio] We both have obligations under the law to ensure we can achieve compliance. These obligations can be captured in a third-party agreement..

[Audio] The Heavy Vehicle National Law or HVNL, is the umbrella for regulations. The Mass and Dimension Regulations under the HVNL is what informs you as a pilot, the operating rules. As a Pilot your vehicle and the requirements when operating your vehicle should comply with these Regulations..

[Audio] Under these laws, we will see what a Pilot vehicle is and how it must be set up. Please ensure your vehicle complies with these laws..

[Audio] A pilot requires certain experience and licensing requirements. You should be aware of these requirements. A level 1 pilot can only operate certain size loads in a complying Pilot vehicle and full license. A level 2 pilot requires a recognized certificate in piloting that is administered by a Registered Training Organsiation..

[Audio] Most states have standard requirements for how many and type of pilots are required. Please ensure you are aware of these requirements..

[Audio] Some loads run under a permit issued by the NHVR. Some loads can operate under an exemption notice or gazette as they are better known as. You can click the link to access such notices..

[Audio] In our space of machinery there are different gazettes. For example, the Class 1 Agricultural vehicle gazette is for when your escorting AG vehicles on the road similar to the picture..

[Audio] The Class 1 Load Carrying Gazettes are used when AG equipment is being carried on a truck and trailer combination. Generally, when operating under these notices you require to operate only on certain roads and approved routes..

[Audio] In some incidents due to accidents, special events and emergency's, a load may be directed off these approved routes. As a pilot we would advise that you clearly make some enquiries prior to traversing off an approved route. There are many unknown when travelling off an approved route like, low powerlines and trees, structures and maneuverability issues. Please ensure you always attempt to stay on route where possible and we would advise to park the vehicles up until the route is clear..

[Audio] Certain states recognize Pilots and their experience. Please ensure you know your requirements for these states prior to travel..

[Audio] O'Conner's are introducing a simple 1-page agreement to assist both you as a contractor and us as engaging your service to meet our obligations..

[Audio] We all have a shared responsibility to meet these laws..

[Audio] Please ensure you understand the obligation and if you are in any doubt on these, please contact us to let us know..