Trucking insurer NTI has launched a new online safety hub to support the Australian trucking industry's growth and development.
The new hub, Better Business Hub, aims to protect Australian fleet, transport operators, and drivers by providing interactive, downloadable, applicable tools and resources to support their day-to-day activities.
With the Federal Government's $300,000 grant administered by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), NTI developed “Business of Safety” – its first educational content series on the hub. The insurer also supplemented the content series by its in-kind contribution to match the government's grant.
NHVR chief executive officer Sal Petroccitto said the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative had so far allocated $22.8 million through 89 separate grants over the past five years.
“Improving heavy vehicle safety and safety for all drivers is the top priority of the NHVR,” Petroccitto said. “I'm delighted we could support the NTI program to develop content and tools which will assist transport operators effect change and build a robust safety culture.”
NTI experts and external specialists will provide the content on the hub in the form of articles, infographics, videos, and other templates so drivers, operators, and management can engage with the content best suited to them.
NTI head of customer and industry strategy Staci Clark said the content series will cover a myriad of topics, including successful communication, fatigue management, and technology.
“We know there is a lot to consider for operators and company owners when it comes to navigating red tape, staying up-to-date with technology, managing teams, and maximising profitability, so we wanted to create a go-to online resource where anyone in the industry can access practical information in a way that is simple to digest,” Clark said.
“Safety is everyone's business, and NTI is proud to support the transport industry in moving to a safer and more sustainable future.”
NTI launched Business of Safety today at 8am at the Brisbane Truck Show, held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre from May 13 to 16.
