Fatigue Management Training – Level 2 Supervisors

During the course the topics and skills covered include:

Operate Within A Road Transport Fatigue Risk Management System

• Symptoms of fatigue in heavy vehicle drivers are identified in accordance with workplace procedures and regulations
• Requirements to identify symptoms of fatigue as per the hvnl
  identifying potential causes and symptoms of fatigue, and taking actions to minimise their effects in accordance with the fatigue risk management system
• Heavy vehicle driver schedules are planned and implemented in accordance with hvnl regulations, fatigue risk management strategies and driver consultation, fatigue risk management system induction, compliance within the workplace fatigue risk management system and ensuring related workplace procedures are managed
• Importance of compliance within the fatigue risk management system and managing compliance 
• Monitoring and reviewing compliance of heavy vehicle drivers operating under exemption notice 21. monitoring and reviewing compliance, hvnl exemption notices or permits related to fatigue
• Heavy vehicle drivers are provided with feedback on identified non-compliance with the fatigue risk management system. identified non-compliance within fatigue risk management systems and constructive feedback
• Training and/or counselling supported by the supervisor to address heavy vehicle driver non-compliance 
• Identifying and monitoring legal requirements and responsibilities for effective management of fatigue within the workplace for drivers 
• Heavy vehicle driver health, wellbeing and personal fatigue risk management strategies are communicated with drivers and relevant personnel 
• Communication strategies are implemented to ensure heavy vehicle drivers are informed of relevant fatigue compliance obligations – including developing appropriate communication strategies
• Training is provided to develop and enhance heavy vehicle driver workplace fatigue risk management strategies. develop and enhance fatigue risk management strategies and training for the development and enhancement of fatigue risk management strategies

Scheduling Work And Rest Hours In Compliance With A Road Transport

• Driver completion of workplace induction in the workplace fatigue risk management system is ensured
• Road transport fatigue risk management system is reviewed and maintained in accordance with HVNL and workplace procedures
• Fatigue risk management plans and procedures are distributed to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
• Actions are taken in conjunction with relevant parties in the chain of responsibility to ensure compliance with the workplace’s fatigue risk management policy and procedures
• Outcomes of incidents and safety investigations are reviewed and analysed to identify the extent to which fatigue may have been a contributing factor and corrective actions are taken as required
• External risk factors within the supply chain and chain of responsibility relating to the effects of fatigue are identified and reviewed in accordance with fatigue risk management regulations and corrective actions are taken as required
• Reports relating to non-compliance are submitted to relevant personnel with details of action taken to prevent recurrences
• Non-compliance from external parties in the chain of responsibility are recognised and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
• Exemptions for work, rest, emergency, and/or record keeping are identified and documented, as required
• Personnel who contribute to a non-compliance with workplace fatigue procedures are provided appropriate feedback

Fatigue Risk Management System

• Schedule work and rest hours in compliance with a road transport fatigue risk management system 
• Heavy vehicle driver rest and work hours are scheduled with consideration to the trip and road conditions in accordance with fatigue risk management workplace procedures and regulations
• Heavy vehicle driver input into schedules is obtained and considered in planning heavy vehicle driver trips
• Changes in schedules/rosters and workplace procedures related to fatigue risk management are identified and managed
• Legal requirements, liabilities and responsibilities for fatigue risk management within the organisation are identified and applied
• HVNL fatigue risk management compliance and safety strategies are identified and implemented
• Reviews are undertaken of scheduled versus actual hours of work and where a non-compliance is identified, appropriate action is taken to analyse the reasons and to take corrective action

Planning And Navigating Heavy Vehicle Trips

• Trip conditions, timelines, work and rest requirements are planned and reviewed to ensure driver fatigue is minimised, in accordance with workplace procedures, driver fitness for work and HVNL
• Workplace procedures for loading and unloading a heavy vehicle are considered to ensure driver does not become impaired by fatigue
• Proposed trip is communicated with heavy vehicle driver/s and relevant personnel
• Deviations to proposed trip plan are communicated to heavy vehicle driver/s and relevant personnel in accordance with workplace procedures and regulations
• Unplanned situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures, in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
• Exemption requirements are planned in accordance with workplace procedures and regulations

Updating And Maintaining Records

• Workplace policies and procedures for fatigue risk management record storage and retrieval are implemented and monitored
• Road transport fatigue risk management system and workplace procedures are reviewed and amended, as required, to ensure compliance with HVNL
• Work diary/records are monitored and reviewed for compliance with workplace procedures and HVNL
• Relevant heavy vehicle workplace records are maintained in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

Administering A Fatigue Risk Management System

• Hierarchy of risk control in fatigue risk management
• Fatigue risk management key performance indicators 
• Fatigue risk management principles 
• Managing a fatigue risk management system 
• Periodic audit requirements
• Processes and resources for assessing heavy vehicle driver fatigue risk management competence
• Relevant fatigue risk management training programs and support
• Resources/training program for heavy vehicle drivers on fatigue risk management 
• Relevant WHS/OHS legislation
• Resources for providing training on the implementation of the workplace’s fatigue risk management system
• Road transport fatigue risk management program 
• Strategies required when non-compliance with fatigue HVNL is identified within the chain of responsibility

If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a certificate which indicates the Statement of Attainments as recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This is a nationally recognised certification. The Statement is issued by us, Harness Energy (RTO 40521).

The Fatigue Management for Supervisors Level 2 ‘Statement of attainment’ is for the Nationally Accredited Units of Competency:

• TLIF0006 – Administer a Fatigue Risk Management System

The Certificate is usually needed as evidence for your employer for safety and compliance requirements.

This course is designed to support compliance with the primary legislative requirement of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL). Although the applicable vehicle minimum for commercial vehicle driver fatigue training is 4.5 tonnes, fatigue extends to other commercial vehicles as well making this fatigue management training relevant from a broader work health and safety (WHS) perspective. This training is one of the necessary components to obtain the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) Fatigue Management Accreditation.