The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding the heavy vehicle industry that the deadline to apply for up to $4.2 million in funding is fast approaching.
There are less than two weeks left to apply for funding as part of Round 10 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI) that can supply game-changing grants to support industry projects that improve safety.
The federal government has committed $4.2 million in grants to Round 10 of the program, with any business or association involved in the heavy vehicle industry looking to address a safety gap or issue encouraged to apply.
Submissions will close at 5pm AEST on February 17. The application form and project guidelines, which detail eligibility and the submission process, are available at www.nhvr.gov.au/hvsi.
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NHVR Interim CEO Janelle van de Velde says the HVSI program is an invaluable opportunity for organisations, businesses and innovators within the heavy vehicle industry and wider supply chain, to contribute to making Australia’s roads safer for all road users.
“Tragically, we saw far too many lives lost on Australian roads last year, so it’s crucial we continue funding innovative projects that increase compliance and deliver safety benefits for the heavy vehicle industry and wider community,” van de Velde says.
“Through previous rounds of the HVSI, we’ve been able to get crucial road safety programs off the ground, including a program that will equip 50 heavy vehicles with new, high quality Automated External Defibrillators and increase knowledge and confidence of truck drivers to provide bystander first aid.”
Van de Velde says the NHVR is looking to support initiatives that address one of the key themes of safer drivers, safer vehicles or safer road user environment.
“If you have a project, program, or campaign that will make a difference, I encourage you to submit an application,” she says.
“Whether it’s cutting-edge technology, driver education or evidence-based material development – this funding is set to help you make a real impact.
“I look forward to seeing the meaningful change this next round brings to road safety across Australia.”
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