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**What this regulation does (mechanics first)
Sets mandatory vehicle design, modification, load/mass, lighting, braking, exhaust and noise standards for light vehicles, trailers and some heavy-vehicle modifications by prescribing technical standards, tests and certification steps. (See schedule 1 and Parts 3, 4, 6, and the lights/brakes sections in schedule 1.)
Creates and enforces an inspection and certificate regime: inspection certificates (COI), safety certificates, certificates of modification and modification plates. It specifies who may inspect and approve (approved examiners, authorised officers, accredited inspection stations (AIS)), the form and term of certificates, fees and how certificates are issued, replaced or cancelled. (See Part 6, sections 65–99, 77–85 and 81.)
Defines when a light vehicle is “defective”, prohibits driving or parking defective vehicles on a road (with limited exceptions) and provides for authorised officers to issue defect notices and attach defective vehicle labels. It sets time limits, extension processes and penalties. (See sections 7–16 and 8–13.)
Regulates vehicle modifications. Some modifications must be approved by the chief executive and/or certified by an approved person; non‑compliant or uncertified modifications can make a vehicle illegal to drive or park. It also sets out the certification/plate process and penalties for improper certification. (See Parts 3, sections 17–28.)
Controls load, mass, dimension and coupling rules for light vehicles, trailers and light combinations (including how to state maximum loaded mass), plus requirements for securing loads and visibility for projecting loads. (See Part 4, sections 30–46 and sections 4A–4B.)
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Direct links to the current provisions in Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Standards and Safety) Regulation 2021.
This regulation may be cited as the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Standards and Safety) Regulation 2021 .
This regulation commences on 1 September 2021.
This regulation does not apply to a miscellaneous vehicle unless otherwise stated. Also, this regulation applies to a light vehicle that is part of a heavy combination under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) . (sec.3-ssec.1) This regulation does not apply to a miscellaneous vehicle unless otherwise stated. (sec.3-ssec.2) Also, this regulation applies to a light vehicle that is part of a heavy combination under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) .
The dictionary in schedule 4 defines particular words used in this regulation.
This subdivision prescribes the way the maximum loaded mass of a vehicle is stated for schedule 4 of the Act , definition GVM . s 4A ins 2022 Act No. 19 s 48
A vehicle’s maximum loaded mass is the maximum loaded mass (however called) of the vehicle stated— if the vehicle is recorded in the RAV—in the vehicle’s record in the RAV; or if the vehicle is not recorded in the RAV— on the vehicle’s compliance plate; or if the vehicle does not have a compliance plate or the maximum loaded mass is not stated on the compliance plate or is illegible—in writing by the vehicle’s manufacturer; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and the vehicle is registered in Queensland—in the vehicle’s registration certificate under the Act ; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and the vehicle is registered in another State—in writing by the entity responsible for registering the vehicle in that State; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) , (b) , (c) or (d) —in writing by the chief executive, or the corresponding authority under a corresponding law to the Act , having regard to the design and construction of the vehicle and any other relevant matter. However, if a modification certificate or modification plate for a modification of the vehicle states the vehicle’s maximum loaded mass (however called), the vehicle’s maximum loaded mass is the maximum loaded mass stated in the certificate or on the plate. In this section— modification certificate means— for a modification of a light vehicle—a relevant certificate; or for a modification of a heavy vehicle—a HVNL certificate. modification plate means— for a modification of a light vehicle—a relevant plate; or for a modification of a heavy vehicle—a HVNL plate. s 4B ins 2022 Act No. 19 s 48 (sec.4B-ssec.1) A vehicle’s maximum loaded mass is the maximum loaded mass (however called) of the vehicle stated— if the vehicle is recorded in the RAV—in the vehicle’s record in the RAV; or if the vehicle is not recorded in the RAV— on the vehicle’s compliance plate; or if the vehicle does not have a compliance plate or the maximum loaded mass is not stated on the compliance plate or is illegible—in writing by the vehicle’s manufacturer; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and the vehicle is registered in Queensland—in the vehicle’s registration certificate under the Act ; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and the vehicle is registered in another State—in writing by the entity responsible for registering the vehicle in that State; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) , (b) , (c) or (d) —in writing by the chief executive, or the corresponding authority under a corresponding law to the Act , having regard to the design and construction of the vehicle and any other relevant matter. (sec.4B-ssec.2) However, if a modification certificate or modification plate for a modification of the vehicle states the vehicle’s maximum loaded mass (however called), the vehicle’s maximum loaded mass is the maximum loaded mass stated in the certificate or on the plate. (sec.4B-ssec.3) In this section— modification certificate means— for a modification of a light vehicle—a relevant certificate; or for a modification of a heavy vehicle—a HVNL certificate. modification plate means— for a modification of a light vehicle—a relevant plate; or for a modification of a heavy vehicle—a HVNL plate.
A light vehicle is a vehicle other than a heavy vehicle. For the meaning of heavy vehicle , see schedule 4 of the Act . A reference to a light vehicle includes a component fitted to, or that is part of, the vehicle. (sec.5-ssec.1) A light vehicle is a vehicle other than a heavy vehicle. For the meaning of heavy vehicle , see schedule 4 of the Act . (sec.5-ssec.2) A reference to a light vehicle includes a component fitted to, or that is part of, the vehicle.
For section 148 (a) of the Act , the following standards are prescribed as vehicle standards for light vehicles— the light vehicle standards (model provisions); for a modified light vehicle—the light vehicle standards (modification); the light vehicle standards (safety inspection). The standards prescribed under subsection (1) are the light vehicle standards . The light vehicle standards (model provisions) are the provisions stated in schedule 1 . The light vehicle standards (modification) are the provisions of the Queensland Road Vehicle Modification Handbook that state standards for modifications of light vehicles. The light vehicle standards (safety inspection) are the provisions of the Queensland Light Vehicle Inspection Manual that state standards for light vehicles. (sec.6-ssec.1) For section 148 (a) of the Act , the following standards are prescribed as vehicle standards for light vehicles— the light vehicle standards (model provisions); for a modified light vehicle—the light vehicle standards (modification); the light vehicle standards (safety inspection). (sec.6-ssec.2) The standards prescribed under subsection (1) are the light vehicle standards . (sec.6-ssec.3) The light vehicle standards (model provisions) are the provisions stated in schedule 1 . (sec.6-ssec.4) The light vehicle standards (modification) are the provisions of the Queensland Road Vehicle Modification Handbook that state standards for modifications of light vehicles. (sec.6-ssec.5) The light vehicle standards (safety inspection) are the provisions of the Queensland Light Vehicle Inspection Manual that state standards for light vehicles.
A light vehicle is defective if any of the following apply— the vehicle does not comply with the light vehicle standards; a component of the vehicle— does not comply with the light vehicle standards; or does not, or can not be reasonably relied on to, perform the intended function of the component; or a component of the vehicle has deteriorated to the extent the component can not be reasonably relied on to perform its intended function prevents, or is likely to prevent, another component from complying with the light vehicle standards or performing the component’s intended function; a modification of the vehicle is not compliant; the vehicle or a component of the vehicle is unsafe. However, a light vehicle that does not comply with the light vehicle standards is not defective to the extent that— the noncompliance is because of a modification of the vehicle; and the modification is an approved modification and complies with the approval. (sec.7-ssec.1) A light vehicle is defective if any of the following apply— the vehicle does not comply with the light vehicle standards; a component of the vehicle— does not comply with the light vehicle standards; or does not, or can not be reasonably relied on to, perform the intended function of the component; or a component of the vehicle has deteriorated to the extent the component can not be reasonably relied on to perform its intended function prevents, or is likely to prevent, another component from complying with the light vehicle standards or performing the component’s intended function; a modification of the vehicle is not compliant; the vehicle or a component of the vehicle is unsafe. (sec.7-ssec.2) However, a light vehicle that does not comply with the light vehicle standards is not defective to the extent that— the noncompliance is because of a modification of the vehicle; and the modification is an approved modification and complies with the approval.
A person must not drive or park, or permit another person to drive or park, a light vehicle that is defective on a road. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. However, subsection (1) does not apply if the light vehicle is not unsafe to drive or park on a road and is being driven— in compliance with conditions about driving the vehicle while it is defective stated in a defect notice issued for the vehicle; or to a place, by the most convenient and direct route, solely for the purpose of— a defect of the vehicle being repaired; or being inspected for an inspection certificate or certificate of modification; or solely to test the vehicle during an inspection for an inspection certificate. Also, subsection (1) does not apply to a person who is not the owner of the light vehicle if the vehicle— is defective because a modification of the vehicle— is not an approved modification or certified modification; but is otherwise compliant; and is not otherwise defective. (sec.8-ssec.1) A person must not drive or park, or permit another person to drive or park, a light vehicle that is defective on a road. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.8-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply if the light vehicle is not unsafe to drive or park on a road and is being driven— in compliance with conditions about driving the vehicle while it is defective stated in a defect notice issued for the vehicle; or to a place, by the most convenient and direct route, solely for the purpose of— a defect of the vehicle being repaired; or being inspected for an inspection certificate or certificate of modification; or solely to test the vehicle during an inspection for an inspection certificate. (sec.8-ssec.3) Also, subsection (1) does not apply to a person who is not the owner of the light vehicle if the vehicle— is defective because a modification of the vehicle— is not an approved modification or certified modification; but is otherwise compliant; and is not otherwise defective.
This section applies if an authorised officer reasonably believes a light vehicle is defective. The authorised officer may issue a notice about the light vehicle being defective (a defect notice ) and give the notice to— the owner of the vehicle; or another person who is the driver of the vehicle. A defect notice— must be in the approved form; and must state— how the light vehicle is defective; and the action required to be taken under the notice; and the day by which the action must be taken; and may impose conditions, including conditions under which the vehicle may be driven before the defects identified in the notice have been rectified. If the vehicle has faulty windscreen wipers, a condition that the vehicle may be driven only when it is not raining. (sec.9-ssec.1) This section applies if an authorised officer reasonably believes a light vehicle is defective. (sec.9-ssec.2) The authorised officer may issue a notice about the light vehicle being defective (a defect notice ) and give the notice to— the owner of the vehicle; or another person who is the driver of the vehicle. (sec.9-ssec.3) A defect notice— must be in the approved form; and must state— how the light vehicle is defective; and the action required to be taken under the notice; and the day by which the action must be taken; and may impose conditions, including conditions under which the vehicle may be driven before the defects identified in the notice have been rectified. If the vehicle has faulty windscreen wipers, a condition that the vehicle may be driven only when it is not raining.
This section applies if the person given a defect notice for a light vehicle is not the owner of the vehicle. The person must give the defect notice to the owner as soon as practicable, but within 14 days, after the day the person received the notice, unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.10-ssec.1) This section applies if the person given a defect notice for a light vehicle is not the owner of the vehicle. (sec.10-ssec.2) The person must give the defect notice to the owner as soon as practicable, but within 14 days, after the day the person received the notice, unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.
The owner of a light vehicle must comply with a defect notice issued for the vehicle within the period mentioned in subsection (3) . Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. However, subsection (1) does not apply to the owner of the light vehicle if, within the period mentioned in subsection (3) — the vehicle’s registration under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 or a corresponding law is cancelled; or the vehicle is disposed of to a dealer; or the person has a reasonable excuse. The period for complying with a defect notice is the period ending on the later of— the day stated in the notice as the day by which the action required under the notice must be taken; or the day an extended period for complying with the notice under section 14 , 15 or 16 ends. (sec.11-ssec.1) The owner of a light vehicle must comply with a defect notice issued for the vehicle within the period mentioned in subsection (3) . Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.11-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply to the owner of the light vehicle if, within the period mentioned in subsection (3) — the vehicle’s registration under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 or a corresponding law is cancelled; or the vehicle is disposed of to a dealer; or the person has a reasonable excuse. (sec.11-ssec.3) The period for complying with a defect notice is the period ending on the later of— the day stated in the notice as the day by which the action required under the notice must be taken; or the day an extended period for complying with the notice under section 14 , 15 or 16 ends.
An authorised officer who issues a defect notice for a light vehicle may attach a defective vehicle label to the vehicle. The defective vehicle label must be attached in a conspicuous place on the light vehicle. A person must not alter or deface a defective vehicle label attached to a light vehicle unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. A person must not remove a defective vehicle label attached to a light vehicle unless the person— is an authorised officer; or is authorised under section 13 to sign the clearance declaration for the defect notice related to the label; or has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. In this section— defective vehicle label means a label in the approved form stating a light vehicle is defective. (sec.12-ssec.1) An authorised officer who issues a defect notice for a light vehicle may attach a defective vehicle label to the vehicle. (sec.12-ssec.2) The defective vehicle label must be attached in a conspicuous place on the light vehicle. (sec.12-ssec.3) A person must not alter or deface a defective vehicle label attached to a light vehicle unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.12-ssec.4) A person must not remove a defective vehicle label attached to a light vehicle unless the person— is an authorised officer; or is authorised under section 13 to sign the clearance declaration for the defect notice related to the label; or has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.12-ssec.5) In this section— defective vehicle label means a label in the approved form stating a light vehicle is defective.
If a defect notice for a light vehicle authorises the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, to sign the clearance declaration for the notice, the owner or agent may sign the declaration only if the defects identified in the notice are rectified. If a defect notice for a light vehicle requires the vehicle to be inspected by a nominated person, the nominated person may sign the clearance declaration for the notice only if the nominated person— has carried out the inspection required under the notice; and is reasonably satisfied the defects identified in the notice have been rectified; and if the notice required the vehicle to be inspected for compliance with the light vehicle standards—is reasonably satisfied the vehicle complies with the standards. A person must not sign the clearance declaration for a defect notice for a light vehicle unless the person is authorised to sign the declaration under this section. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. In this section— clearance declaration , for a defect notice for a light vehicle, means the declaration included in the notice to be completed after the action required under the notice is taken. nominated person , for a defect notice for a light vehicle, means a person nominated in the notice as a person the vehicle must be taken to for inspection after the defects identified in the notice are rectified. (sec.13-ssec.1) If a defect notice for a light vehicle authorises the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, to sign the clearance declaration for the notice, the owner or agent may sign the declaration only if the defects identified in the notice are rectified. (sec.13-ssec.2) If a defect notice for a light vehicle requires the vehicle to be inspected by a nominated person, the nominated person may sign the clearance declaration for the notice only if the nominated person— has carried out the inspection required under the notice; and is reasonably satisfied the defects identified in the notice have been rectified; and if the notice required the vehicle to be inspected for compliance with the light vehicle standards—is reasonably satisfied the vehicle complies with the standards. (sec.13-ssec.3) A person must not sign the clearance declaration for a defect notice for a light vehicle unless the person is authorised to sign the declaration under this section. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.13-ssec.4) In this section— clearance declaration , for a defect notice for a light vehicle, means the declaration included in the notice to be completed after the action required under the notice is taken. nominated person , for a defect notice for a light vehicle, means a person nominated in the notice as a person the vehicle must be taken to for inspection after the defects identified in the notice are rectified.
The owner of a light vehicle, or the owner’s agent, may apply to an authorised officer to extend the period for complying with a defect notice for the vehicle under section 11 . See part 8 for provisions relevant to making an application under this section. The application must state the reasons for seeking the extension. The authorised officer must consider the application and decide to approve or refuse the application. If satisfied the applicant’s reasons warrant the extension, the authorised officer may decide to— approve the application; and extend the period for complying with the defect notice for a period the authorised officer considers appropriate, having regard to the applicant’s reasons. If the authorised officer extends the period for complying with the defect notice, the officer may— change or remove a condition of the notice; or An authorised officer may remove a condition allowing the light vehicle to be used on a road before the action required under the notice is taken. impose a condition on the notice. The authorised officer must give the owner or agent written notice of the decision. (sec.14-ssec.1) The owner of a light vehicle, or the owner’s agent, may apply to an authorised officer to extend the period for complying with a defect notice for the vehicle under section 11 . See part 8 for provisions relevant to making an application under this section. (sec.14-ssec.2) The application must state the reasons for seeking the extension. (sec.14-ssec.3) The authorised officer must consider the application and decide to approve or refuse the application. (sec.14-ssec.4) If satisfied the applicant’s reasons warrant the extension, the authorised officer may decide to— approve the application; and extend the period for complying with the defect notice for a period the authorised officer considers appropriate, having regard to the applicant’s reasons. (sec.14-ssec.5) If the authorised officer extends the period for complying with the defect notice, the officer may— change or remove a condition of the notice; or An authorised officer may remove a condition allowing the light vehicle to be used on a road before the action required under the notice is taken. impose a condition on the notice. (sec.14-ssec.6) The authorised officer must give the owner or agent written notice of the decision.
If the chief executive is satisfied that special circumstances exist, the chief executive may extend the period for complying with a defect notice for a light vehicle under section 11 . natural disasters, including floods, affecting the area in which an owner’s vehicle or facilities for inspecting vehicles are located flood damage to roads causing long-term road closure The period may be extended under subsection (1) for a period the chief executive considers appropriate having regard to the special circumstances. The chief executive may act under subsection (1) on the chief executive’s own initiative or on the application of the owner of the light vehicle or the owner’s agent. If the chief executive extends the period for complying with the defect notice, the chief executive must— for an extension of a defect notice for a particular light vehicle—give written notice about the extension to the owner of the vehicle or the owner’s agent; or otherwise—publish a notice about the extension on the department’s website. (sec.15-ssec.1) If the chief executive is satisfied that special circumstances exist, the chief executive may extend the period for complying with a defect notice for a light vehicle under section 11 . natural disasters, including floods, affecting the area in which an owner’s vehicle or facilities for inspecting vehicles are located flood damage to roads causing long-term road closure (sec.15-ssec.2) The period may be extended under subsection (1) for a period the chief executive considers appropriate having regard to the special circumstances. (sec.15-ssec.3) The chief executive may act under subsection (1) on the chief executive’s own initiative or on the application of the owner of the light vehicle or the owner’s agent. (sec.15-ssec.4) If the chief executive extends the period for complying with the defect notice, the chief executive must— for an extension of a defect notice for a particular light vehicle—give written notice about the extension to the owner of the vehicle or the owner’s agent; or otherwise—publish a notice about the extension on the department’s website.
s 16 exp 31 October 2023 at the end of the day (see 2022 SL No. 127 s 2 (2) note 1)
A modification of a light vehicle is compliant if— for a modification mentioned in section 21 or an interstate modification— the modification is an approved modification; and any conditions of the approval, including a condition requiring the modification to be certified under division 3 , have been complied with; or for another modification— the modification complies with the light vehicle standards (modification); and for a modification required to be certified under the light vehicle standards (modification)—the modification is a certified modification. Also, a modification of a light vehicle to fit a light or reflector, or display a warning sign, is compliant if the modification— complies with a safe movement approval; or is required or permitted under the Act or another Act. In this section— warning sign , displayed on a light vehicle, means a sign giving visible warning to other road users about the vehicle’s dimensions. (sec.17-ssec.1) A modification of a light vehicle is compliant if— for a modification mentioned in section 21 or an interstate modification— the modification is an approved modification; and any conditions of the approval, including a condition requiring the modification to be certified under division 3 , have been complied with; or for another modification— the modification complies with the light vehicle standards (modification); and for a modification required to be certified under the light vehicle standards (modification)—the modification is a certified modification. (sec.17-ssec.2) Also, a modification of a light vehicle to fit a light or reflector, or display a warning sign, is compliant if the modification— complies with a safe movement approval; or is required or permitted under the Act or another Act. (sec.17-ssec.3) In this section— warning sign , displayed on a light vehicle, means a sign giving visible warning to other road users about the vehicle’s dimensions.
A person must not modify a light vehicle in a way stated in subsection (2) unless the modification is compliant. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. For subsection (1) , the ways are— modifying the light vehicle or a component of the vehicle in a way that— does not comply with the light vehicle standards; or may adversely affect the safety of the vehicle; or modifying the vehicle’s chassis; or modifying the vehicle’s exhaust system in a way that reduces, or is likely to reduce, the effectiveness of the system; or fitting a light or reflector to the vehicle; or displaying a warning sign on the vehicle. Subsection (1) does not apply to a person if— the light vehicle is unregistered; and when the person modified the vehicle, the person reasonably believed the vehicle would not be used on a road. (sec.18-ssec.1) A person must not modify a light vehicle in a way stated in subsection (2) unless the modification is compliant. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.18-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the ways are— modifying the light vehicle or a component of the vehicle in a way that— does not comply with the light vehicle standards; or may adversely affect the safety of the vehicle; or modifying the vehicle’s chassis; or modifying the vehicle’s exhaust system in a way that reduces, or is likely to reduce, the effectiveness of the system; or fitting a light or reflector to the vehicle; or displaying a warning sign on the vehicle. (sec.18-ssec.3) Subsection (1) does not apply to a person if— the light vehicle is unregistered; and when the person modified the vehicle, the person reasonably believed the vehicle would not be used on a road.
The owner of a modified light vehicle must ensure the vehicle is not driven or parked on a road unless the modification of the vehicle is compliant. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. Subsection (1) does not apply if a modified light vehicle is— not unsafe to drive or park on a road; and being driven— to a place, by the most convenient and direct route, solely for the purpose of a modification of the vehicle being inspected; or solely to test the vehicle during an inspection of a modification of the vehicle. (sec.19-ssec.1) The owner of a modified light vehicle must ensure the vehicle is not driven or parked on a road unless the modification of the vehicle is compliant. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. (sec.19-ssec.2) Subsection (1) does not apply if a modified light vehicle is— not unsafe to drive or park on a road; and being driven— to a place, by the most convenient and direct route, solely for the purpose of a modification of the vehicle being inspected; or solely to test the vehicle during an inspection of a modification of the vehicle.
A person must not drive a light motor vehicle on a road if the vehicle’s exhaust system is modified in a way that reduces, or is likely to reduce, the effectiveness of the system. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. removing the diesel particulate filter or silencing device from a vehicle’s exhaust system
A person may apply to the chief executive for approval to modify a light vehicle in a way that is not provided for under the light vehicle standards (modification). See part 8 for provisions relevant to making an application under this section. s 21 amd 2023 SL No. 171 s 14
A person may apply to the chief executive for approval of an interstate modification of a light vehicle. See part 8 for provisions relevant to making an application under this section. The application must be accompanied by— a certificate for the modification issued under a corresponding law for division 3 ; or a report or other document about the modification prepared by an engineer who is appropriately qualified to prepare the report or document. (sec.22-ssec.1) A person may apply to the chief executive for approval of an interstate modification of a light vehicle. See part 8 for provisions relevant to making an application under this section. (sec.22-ssec.2) The application must be accompanied by— a certificate for the modification issued under a corresponding law for division 3 ; or a report or other document about the modification prepared by an engineer who is appropriately qualified to prepare the report or document.
The chief executive must consider an application made under section 21 or 22 and decide to approve or refuse the application. The chief executive may approve the application with stated conditions, including a condition that the modification must be certified under division 3 . The chief executive may approve the application if the chief executive is satisfied, having considered the proposed use of the vehicle, that the modification— is either— reasonably needed by a person who is to use the vehicle; or for a person with a disability to access or drive the vehicle likely to benefit the community; and for Queensland Rail to operate the vehicle on roads and railways would not make the vehicle unsafe to drive or park on a road. Also, the chief executive may approve the application if— the application relates to a motorbike; and the chief executive is satisfied that the modification would not make the motorbike unsafe to drive or park on a road. s 23 amd 2023 SL No. 171 s 15 (sec.23-ssec.1) The chief executive must consider an application made under section 21 or 22 and decide to approve or refuse the application. (sec.23-ssec.2) The chief executive may approve the application with stated conditions, including a condition that the modification must be certified under division 3 . (sec.23-ssec.3) The chief executive may approve the application if the chief executive is satisfied, having considered the proposed use of the vehicle, that the modification— is either— reasonably needed by a person who is to use the vehicle; or for a person with a disability to access or drive the vehicle likely to benefit the community; and for Queensland Rail to operate the vehicle on roads and railways would not make the vehicle unsafe to drive or park on a road. (sec.23-ssec.4) Also, the chief executive may approve the application if— the application relates to a motorbike; and the chief executive is satisfied that the modification would not make the motorbike unsafe to drive or park on a road.
This section applies if the chief executive decides to approve or refuse an application under section 23 . If the chief executive approves the application, the chief executive must give the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, a written notice stating— the modification is approved; and if the chief executive decides to impose conditions on the approval— the conditions; and the reasons for the decision to impose the conditions; and that the person may ask for the decision to impose the conditions to be reviewed. If the chief executive refuses the application, the chief executive must give the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, written notice stating the decision. Section 65 of the Act applies to a decision to impose conditions on the approval as if a reference to an original decision in that section were a reference to the decision. Despite subsection (4) , a person may not apply to QCAT to have the decision to impose the conditions stayed. (sec.24-ssec.1) This section applies if the chief executive decides to approve or refuse an application under section 23 . (sec.24-ssec.2) If the chief executive approves the application, the chief executive must give the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, a written notice stating— the modification is approved; and if the chief executive decides to impose conditions on the approval— the conditions; and the reasons for the decision to impose the conditions; and that the person may ask for the decision to impose the conditions to be reviewed. (sec.24-ssec.3) If the chief executive refuses the application, the chief executive must give the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, written notice stating the decision. (sec.24-ssec.4) Section 65 of the Act applies to a decision to impose conditions on the approval as if a reference to an original decision in that section were a reference to the decision. (sec.24-ssec.5) Despite subsection (4) , a person may not apply to QCAT to have the decision to impose the conditions stayed.
This division applies to— a modification of a light vehicle; or a modification of a heavy bus identified in the light vehicle standards (modification) using the code S13 (a code S13 modification ).
This section applies if an approved person who inspects the modification of the vehicle is reasonably satisfied the modification— for a modification mentioned in section 21 or an interstate modification— is an approved modification; and complies with the approval and any conditions of the approval; or for another modification of a light vehicle—complies with the light vehicle standards (modification); or for a code S13 modification of a heavy bus—complies with the light vehicle standards (modification), to the extent the standards apply to a code S13 modification. Immediately after finishing the inspection, the approved person must— give the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, a certificate of modification for the modification; and ensure a modification plate for the modification is attached to a conspicuous part of the vehicle. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units. (sec.26-ssec.1) This section applies if an approved person who inspects the modification of the vehicle is reasonably satisfied the modification— for a modification mentioned in section 21 or an interstate modification— is an approved modification; and complies with the approval and any conditions of the approval; or for another modification of a light vehicle—complies with the light vehicle standards (modification); or for a code S13 modification of a heavy bus—complies with the light vehicle standards (modification), to the extent the standards apply to a code S13 modification. (sec.26-ssec.2) Immediately after finishing the inspection, the approved person must— give the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, a certificate of modification for the modification; and ensure a modification plate for the modification is attached to a conspicuous part of the vehicle. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units.
An approved person must not issue a certificate of modification for the modification of the vehicle, or attach a modification plate for the modification to the vehicle, unless the person— inspects the modification in accordance with the Queensland Road Vehicle Modification Handbook; and is reasonably satisfied the modification— for a modification mentioned in section 21 or an interstate modification— is an approved modification; and complies with the approval and any conditions of the approval; or for another modification of a light vehicle—complies with the light vehicle standards (modification); or for a code S13 modification of a heavy bus—complies with the light vehicle standards (modification), to the extent the standards apply to a code S13 modification. Maximum penalty—50 penalty units.
A person, other than an approved person, must not issue a certificate of modification or attach a modification plate to a light vehicle or heavy bus for— a modification of the light vehicle; or a code S13 modification of the heavy bus. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units. An approved person must not, unless the person is accredited to approve the type of modification, issue a certificate of modification or attach a modification plate to a light vehicle or heavy bus for— a modification of the light vehicle; or a code S13 modification of the heavy bus. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units. (sec.28-ssec.1) A person, other than an approved person, must not issue a certificate of modification or attach a modification plate to a light vehicle or heavy bus for— a modification of the light vehicle; or a code S13 modification of the heavy bus. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units. (sec.28-ssec.2) An approved person must not, unless the person is accredited to approve the type of modification, issue a certificate of modification or attach a modification plate to a light vehicle or heavy bus for— a modification of the light vehicle; or a code S13 modification of the heavy bus. Maximum penalty—40 penalty units.
Despite section 3 (2) , this part does not apply to a light vehicle that is part of a heavy combination under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) . For the requirements that apply to the mass, loads or couplings of a heavy combination, see the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) .
A load for a light vehicle includes— the vehicle’s driver and all the passengers and goods in the vehicle; and all fuel, lubricants, water and readily removable equipment carried in the vehicle and required for its normal use; and personal items used by the vehicle’s driver or another person necessary for the normal use of the vehicle; and a thing normally removed from the vehicle when the thing is not in use; and a thing that may fall from the vehicle when the vehicle is in motion; and for a pole-type trailer—a pole of the trailer.
This section states the mass requirements applying to light vehicles. The loaded mass for a light motor vehicle must not be more than the vehicle’s GVM. The mass on an axle of a light vehicle must not be more than— if the axle is modified and a mass limit is stated for the modified axle in a certificate of modification or modification plate for the modification of the vehicle—the stated mass limit for the modified axle; or the mass limit for the axle set by the manufacturer of the axle. The mass on a tyre of a light vehicle must not be more than the maximum load capacity set by the manufacturer of the tyre. The loaded mass for a light trailer must not be more than the trailer’s ATM. The loaded mass for a light combination must not be more than the GCM of the towing vehicle for the combination. The mass on a coupling used between vehicles that are part of a light combination must not be more than the limit set by the manufacturer of the coupling. (sec.31-ssec.1) This section states the mass requirements applying to light vehicles. (sec.31-ssec.2) The loaded mass for a light motor vehicle must not be more than the vehicle’s GVM. (sec.31-ssec.3) The mass on an axle of a light vehicle must not be more than— if the axle is modified and a mass limit is stated for the modified axle in a certificate of modification or modification plate for the modification of the vehicle—the stated mass limit for the modified axle; or the mass limit for the axle set by the manufacturer of the axle. (sec.31-ssec.4) The mass on a tyre of a light vehicle must not be more than the maximum load capacity set by the manufacturer of the tyre. (sec.31-ssec.5) The loaded mass for a light trailer must not be more than the trailer’s ATM. (sec.31-ssec.6) The loaded mass for a light combination must not be more than the GCM of the towing vehicle for the combination. (sec.31-ssec.7) The mass on a coupling used between vehicles that are part of a light combination must not be more than the limit set by the manufacturer of the coupling.
A person must not drive a light motor vehicle on a road if the vehicle or any of the vehicle’s components do not comply with a mass requirement applying to the vehicle or component. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.
A person must not drive a light motor vehicle towing a trailer on a road if the trailer or any of the trailer’s components do not comply with a mass requirement applying to the trailer or component. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.
A person must not drive a light combination on a road if the combination or any of the combination’s components do not comply with a mass requirement applying to the combination or component. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.
This section— applies to a light vehicle, including a light vehicle that is part of a combination, that does not have— for a motor vehicle—a GVM; or for a trailer—an ATM; but does not apply to a light combination. A person must not drive the light vehicle on a road if the loaded mass of the vehicle is more than the mass that reasonably allows the vehicle to be driven safely having regard to the design of the vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.35-ssec.1) This section— applies to a light vehicle, including a light vehicle that is part of a combination, that does not have— for a motor vehicle—a GVM; or for a trailer—an ATM; but does not apply to a light combination. (sec.35-ssec.2) A person must not drive the light vehicle on a road if the loaded mass of the vehicle is more than the mass that reasonably allows the vehicle to be driven safely having regard to the design of the vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.
This section applies to a light combination that does not have a GCM. A person must not drive the light combination on a road if the loaded mass for the combination is more than the mass that reasonably allows the combination to be driven safely having regard to the design of any vehicle that is part of the combination. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.36-ssec.1) This section applies to a light combination that does not have a GCM. (sec.36-ssec.2) A person must not drive the light combination on a road if the loaded mass for the combination is more than the mass that reasonably allows the combination to be driven safely having regard to the design of any vehicle that is part of the combination. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.
This subdivision applies in addition to, and does not limit, schedule 1 , part 6 , division 2 . Schedule 1 , part 6 , division 2 states dimension requirements for light vehicles.
For deciding whether a load projects in front of, behind or to the side of a light vehicle, a light, rear vision mirror or reflector attached to the vehicle is not taken into account when measuring the vehicle.
The visibility requirements for a load projecting from a light vehicle are— a flag that is brightly coloured red, red and yellow, or yellow and at least 450mm by 450mm is fixed to the back end of the load; and for a light vehicle driven or parked on a road at night either— a light showing a clear red light to the back, visible at a distance of 200m under normal atmospheric conditions, is fixed to the back end of the load; or at least 2 reflectors, capable of projecting a red reflection of light from the headlight of a vehicle following the vehicle, are fixed to the back end of the load. See sections 41 (2) , 42 (2) and 43 for when a load projecting from a light vehicle is required to comply with the visibility requirements.
A person must not drive or park a motorbike on a road if a load on the motorbike projects— for a motorbike without a sidecar— more than 150mm in front of the motorbike’s front wheel; or more than 300mm behind the motorbike’s back wheel; or past the outermost part of the motorbike on either side; or for a motorbike that has a sidecar— more than 600mm in front of the motorbike’s front wheel; or more than 900mm behind the motorbike’s back wheel; or past the outermost part of the motorbike or sidecar on either side; or for a trailer being towed by a motorbike— more than 300mm behind the trailer; or past the outermost part of the trailer on either side. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.
This section does not apply to a motorbike. A person must not drive or park a light motor vehicle on a road if a load on the vehicle projects more than— for a vehicle towing a trailer— 1.2m in front of the vehicle’s headlights; or 1.2m behind the trailer; or 150mm past the outermost part of the vehicle or trailer on either side; or otherwise— 1.2m in front of the vehicle’s headlights; or 1.2m behind the vehicle; or 150mm past the outermost part of the vehicle on either side. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. Subsection (2) (a) (ii) and (b)(ii) do not apply for a load projecting more than 1.2m behind a light motor vehicle or trailer if the visibility requirements are complied with for the load. See section 39 for the visibility requirements for a load projecting from a light vehicle. (sec.41-ssec.1) This section does not apply to a motorbike. (sec.41-ssec.2) A person must not drive or park a light motor vehicle on a road if a load on the vehicle projects more than— for a vehicle towing a trailer— 1.2m in front of the vehicle’s headlights; or 1.2m behind the trailer; or 150mm past the outermost part of the vehicle or trailer on either side; or otherwise— 1.2m in front of the vehicle’s headlights; or 1.2m behind the vehicle; or 150mm past the outermost part of the vehicle on either side. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.41-ssec.3) Subsection (2) (a) (ii) and (b)(ii) do not apply for a load projecting more than 1.2m behind a light motor vehicle or trailer if the visibility requirements are complied with for the load. See section 39 for the visibility requirements for a load projecting from a light vehicle.
A person must not drive or park a light vehicle drawn by an animal on a road if a load on the vehicle projects— in front of the animal’s head; or for a pole-type trailer—past the back end of the pole of the trailer; or for another type of vehicle—more than 1m behind the vehicle; or more than 300mm past the outermost part of the vehicle on either side. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. Subsection (1) (b) and (c) do not apply for a load projecting past the back end of the pole for a pole-type trailer or more than 1m behind a light vehicle drawn by an animal if the visibility requirements are complied with for the load. See section 39 for the visibility requirements for a load projecting from a light vehicle. (sec.42-ssec.1) A person must not drive or park a light vehicle drawn by an animal on a road if a load on the vehicle projects— in front of the animal’s head; or for a pole-type trailer—past the back end of the pole of the trailer; or for another type of vehicle—more than 1m behind the vehicle; or more than 300mm past the outermost part of the vehicle on either side. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.42-ssec.2) Subsection (1) (b) and (c) do not apply for a load projecting past the back end of the pole for a pole-type trailer or more than 1m behind a light vehicle drawn by an animal if the visibility requirements are complied with for the load. See section 39 for the visibility requirements for a load projecting from a light vehicle.
The driver of a light motor vehicle must comply with the visibility requirements for a load on the vehicle, or on a trailer being towed by the vehicle, if the load projects in a way that would not be readily visible to a person following immediately behind the vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. See section 39 for the visibility requirements for a load projecting from a light vehicle.
A person who drives or parks a light vehicle on a road must ensure a load on the vehicle— is not placed in a way that makes the vehicle unstable or unsafe; and is secured in a way that makes it unlikely to fall or be dislodged from the vehicle; and is restrained using an appropriate method. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. In a proceeding for an offence against subsection (1) — evidence that a load on a light vehicle was not placed, secured or restrained in a way that met the load performance standards is evidence of a contravention of subsection (1) ; and evidence that a load, or part of a load, fell from a light vehicle is evidence that the load was not properly secured; and a court must presume a document purporting to be the load restraint guide for light vehicles is the load restraint guide for light vehicles until the contrary is proved. The load restraint guide for light vehicles contains examples of appropriate methods for loading vehicles. The guide is available on the National Transport Commission’s website. In this section— load performance standards see section 45 . load restraint guide for light vehicles means the document titled ‘Load restraint guide for light vehicles’ published by the National Transport Commission. (sec.44-ssec.1) A person who drives or parks a light vehicle on a road must ensure a load on the vehicle— is not placed in a way that makes the vehicle unstable or unsafe; and is secured in a way that makes it unlikely to fall or be dislodged from the vehicle; and is restrained using an appropriate method. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.44-ssec.2) In a proceeding for an offence against subsection (1) — evidence that a load on a light vehicle was not placed, secured or restrained in a way that met the load performance standards is evidence of a contravention of subsection (1) ; and evidence that a load, or part of a load, fell from a light vehicle is evidence that the load was not properly secured; and a court must presume a document purporting to be the load restraint guide for light vehicles is the load restraint guide for light vehicles until the contrary is proved. The load restraint guide for light vehicles contains examples of appropriate methods for loading vehicles. The guide is available on the National Transport Commission’s website. (sec.44-ssec.3) In this section— load performance standards see section 45 . load restraint guide for light vehicles means the document titled ‘Load restraint guide for light vehicles’ published by the National Transport Commission.
This section states the load performance standards for a load on a light vehicle. A load on a light vehicle must be restrained in a way that— prevents the load from moving in relation to the vehicle if the loaded vehicle is subjected to any of the following, separately— 0.8g deceleration in a forward direction; 0.5g deceleration in a backward direction; 0.5g acceleration in a lateral direction; and if friction or limited vertical displacement is relied on to comply with paragraph (a) —prevents the load from moving in relation to the vehicle if the loaded vehicle is subjected to 0.2g acceleration in a vertical direction relative to the load; and at a minimum, is capable of withstanding the forces that would result in the circumstances mentioned in paragraphs (a) and (b) . Despite subsection (2) , a load on a light vehicle may move in relation to the vehicle if— the vehicle’s stability and weight distribution are not adversely affected by the movement; and the load does not become dislodged from the vehicle. a load contained within the sides or enclosure of a light vehicle restrained from moving horizontally may move vertically a load of very light objects, or a loose bulk load, contained within an enclosed part of a light vehicle may move horizontally and vertically liquid in a bulk load contained in an enclosed tank on a light vehicle may move within the tank (sec.45-ssec.1) This section states the load performance standards for a load on a light vehicle. (sec.45-ssec.2) A load on a light vehicle must be restrained in a way that— prevents the load from moving in relation to the vehicle if the loaded vehicle is subjected to any of the following, separately— 0.8g deceleration in a forward direction; 0.5g deceleration in a backward direction; 0.5g acceleration in a lateral direction; and if friction or limited vertical displacement is relied on to comply with paragraph (a) —prevents the load from moving in relation to the vehicle if the loaded vehicle is subjected to 0.2g acceleration in a vertical direction relative to the load; and at a minimum, is capable of withstanding the forces that would result in the circumstances mentioned in paragraphs (a) and (b) . (sec.45-ssec.3) Despite subsection (2) , a load on a light vehicle may move in relation to the vehicle if— the vehicle’s stability and weight distribution are not adversely affected by the movement; and the load does not become dislodged from the vehicle. a load contained within the sides or enclosure of a light vehicle restrained from moving horizontally may move vertically a load of very light objects, or a loose bulk load, contained within an enclosed part of a light vehicle may move horizontally and vertically liquid in a bulk load contained in an enclosed tank on a light vehicle may move within the tank
A person who drives or parks a light combination on a road must ensure— the trailer that is part of the combination is securely coupled to the vehicle in front of the trailer; and the components of the coupling used between the vehicles that are part of the combination are compatible with and properly connected to each other. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.
A person must not drive or park a light vehicle that is a miscellaneous vehicle on a road unless the vehicle complies with schedule 1 , sections 61 to 67 . Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. Schedule 1 , sections 61 to 67 state requirements about the dimensions of light vehicles.
For section 3 (1) , this part applies to a light vehicle, including a miscellaneous vehicle.
In this part— exempted provision , for a safe movement approval, means a provision of this regulation that— imposes a requirement relating to the use of a light vehicle on a road; and is stated in the approval as a provision that a light vehicle or a person driving a light vehicle is exempted from while the vehicle is driven in compliance with the approval. safe movement approval means— a safe movement guideline; or a safe movement permit.
The purpose of a safe movement approval is to provide for conditions under which light vehicles may be driven safely on a road in circumstances that would otherwise contravene a stated provision of this regulation.
This section applies if a light vehicle is driven or parked on a road under, or purportedly under, the authority of a safe movement approval. However, this section stops applying— if the driver of the light vehicle contravenes the safe movement approval; and while the driver’s contravention continues. An exempted provision for the safe movement approval does not apply in relation to the light vehicle or the driver of the vehicle. (sec.51-ssec.1) This section applies if a light vehicle is driven or parked on a road under, or purportedly under, the authority of a safe movement approval. (sec.51-ssec.2) However, this section stops applying— if the driver of the light vehicle contravenes the safe movement approval; and while the driver’s contravention continues. (sec.51-ssec.3) An exempted provision for the safe movement approval does not apply in relation to the light vehicle or the driver of the vehicle.
A person who drives a light vehicle on a road under, or purportedly under, the authority of a safe movement approval must not contravene the approval. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. If, because of the operation of section 51 (2) , a person commits an offence against another provision of this regulation, the person— may be charged with an offence against either subsection (1) or the other provision; and must not be charged with both offences. (sec.52-ssec.1) A person who drives a light vehicle on a road under, or purportedly under, the authority of a safe movement approval must not contravene the approval. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.52-ssec.2) If, because of the operation of section 51 (2) , a person commits an offence against another provision of this regulation, the person— may be charged with an offence against either subsection (1) or the other provision; and must not be charged with both offences.
The chief executive may issue a guideline (a safe movement guideline ) for a type of light vehicle. A safe movement guideline must be published on the department’s website. A safe movement guideline takes effect— when the guideline is published on the department’s website; or on a later day stated in the guideline. (sec.53-ssec.1) The chief executive may issue a guideline (a safe movement guideline ) for a type of light vehicle. (sec.53-ssec.2) A safe movement guideline must be published on the department’s website. (sec.53-ssec.3) A safe movement guideline takes effect— when the guideline is published on the department’s website; or on a later day stated in the guideline.
The chief executive may grant a permit (a safe movement permit ) for 1 or more light vehicles to a person.
In deciding whether to issue a safe movement guideline or grant a safe movement permit, the chief executive must consider the following matters for a light vehicle the guideline or permit is to apply to— the particular circumstances of the vehicle being driven on a road; whether, and under what conditions, the vehicle may be driven safely on a road in the circumstances; whether, in the circumstances, driving the vehicle on a road in compliance with the proposed conditions would be at least as safe as driving the vehicle in compliance with the proposed exempted provision. Subsection (1) does not limit the matters the chief executive may consider. (sec.55-ssec.1) In deciding whether to issue a safe movement guideline or grant a safe movement permit, the chief executive must consider the following matters for a light vehicle the guideline or permit is to apply to— the particular circumstances of the vehicle being driven on a road; whether, and under what conditions, the vehicle may be driven safely on a road in the circumstances; whether, in the circumstances, driving the vehicle on a road in compliance with the proposed conditions would be at least as safe as driving the vehicle in compliance with the proposed exempted provision. (sec.55-ssec.2) Subsection (1) does not limit the matters the chief executive may consider.
A safe movement approval must state— for a safe movement guideline—the type of light vehicle it applies to; and for a safe movement permit—the particular light vehicle or light vehicles it applies to; and the conditions for driving a light vehicle on a road under the authority of the approval; and the exempted provision for the approval. A condition of a safe movement approval may provide for the following matters for a light vehicle to which the approval applies— the roads on which the vehicle may or may not be driven; the maximum speed at which the vehicle may be driven; any modification required to, or that may, be made to the vehicle before it is driven; Extra lighting may be required to be added to the side of a vehicle carrying a wide load. when the vehicle may, or may not, be driven; the signs or warning devices to be displayed on the vehicle; the maximum dimensions allowed for the vehicle and any load on the vehicle; the maximum mass allowed for the vehicle and any load on the vehicle; requirements for— escort vehicles and escort vehicle drivers; or pilot vehicles and pilot vehicle drivers; other matters relevant to the safe use of the vehicle on the roads. A map may be included in safe movement approval to show the roads on which a light vehicle may or may not be driven under the approval. For subsection (3) , a map may be included in a safe movement guideline by being linked electronically to the guideline. (sec.56-ssec.1) A safe movement approval must state— for a safe movement guideline—the type of light vehicle it applies to; and for a safe movement permit—the particular light vehicle or light vehicles it applies to; and the conditions for driving a light vehicle on a road under the authority of the approval; and the exempted provision for the approval. (sec.56-ssec.2) A condition of a safe movement approval may provide for the following matters for a light vehicle to which the approval applies— the roads on which the vehicle may or may not be driven; the maximum speed at which the vehicle may be driven; any modification required to, or that may, be made to the vehicle before it is driven; Extra lighting may be required to be added to the side of a vehicle carrying a wide load. when the vehicle may, or may not, be driven; the signs or warning devices to be displayed on the vehicle; the maximum dimensions allowed for the vehicle and any load on the vehicle; the maximum mass allowed for the vehicle and any load on the vehicle; requirements for— escort vehicles and escort vehicle drivers; or pilot vehicles and pilot vehicle drivers; other matters relevant to the safe use of the vehicle on the roads. (sec.56-ssec.3) A map may be included in safe movement approval to show the roads on which a light vehicle may or may not be driven under the approval. (sec.56-ssec.4) For subsection (3) , a map may be included in a safe movement guideline by being linked electronically to the guideline.
A safe movement approval must not allow a light combination to be more than the GCM of the towing vehicle of the combination.
A person may apply to the chief executive for a safe movement permit for 1 or more light vehicles. See part 8 for provisions relevant to making an application under this section.
The chief executive must consider an application for a safe movement permit made under section 58 and decide— to grant the permit; or to refuse the application. If the chief executive decides to grant the safe movement permit, the chief executive must also decide the conditions of the permit that apply to a light vehicle being driven or parked on a road under the authority of the permit. Without limiting subsection (2) , a condition may require a person driving a light vehicle under the safe movement permit to carry the permit, or a copy of the permit, to be produced for immediate inspection if an authorised officer asks to see it. The chief executive must make a decision under this section within 28 days after— the day the chief executive receives the application; or if the chief executive gives the applicant a notice under section 107 asking for further information to decide the application—the day the notice is given to the applicant. (sec.59-ssec.1) The chief executive must consider an application for a safe movement permit made under section 58 and decide— to grant the permit; or to refuse the application. (sec.59-ssec.2) If the chief executive decides to grant the safe movement permit, the chief executive must also decide the conditions of the permit that apply to a light vehicle being driven or parked on a road under the authority of the permit. (sec.59-ssec.3) Without limiting subsection (2) , a condition may require a person driving a light vehicle under the safe movement permit to carry the permit, or a copy of the permit, to be produced for immediate inspection if an authorised officer asks to see it. (sec.59-ssec.4) The chief executive must make a decision under this section within 28 days after— the day the chief executive receives the application; or if the chief executive gives the applicant a notice under section 107 asking for further information to decide the application—the day the notice is given to the applicant.
As soon as practicable after deciding to grant a safe movement permit to a person, the chief executive must give the permit to the person. In addition to the matters mentioned in section 56 (1) , the safe movement permit must state— for each light vehicle the permit is granted for— the vehicle’s registration number; or the vehicle’s VIN or other unique identifying number; or the vehicle’s chassis number; or if the vehicle does not have the numbers mentioned in subparagraph (i) , (ii) or (iii) —other information identifying the vehicle; and the person’s name and address; and the period for which the permit is issued. (sec.60-ssec.1) As soon as practicable after deciding to grant a safe movement permit to a person, the chief executive must give the permit to the person. (sec.60-ssec.2) In addition to the matters mentioned in section 56 (1) , the safe movement permit must state— for each light vehicle the permit is granted for— the vehicle’s registration number; or the vehicle’s VIN or other unique identifying number; or the vehicle’s chassis number; or if the vehicle does not have the numbers mentioned in subparagraph (i) , (ii) or (iii) —other information identifying the vehicle; and the person’s name and address; and the period for which the permit is issued.
A safe movement permit has effect for the period stated in the permit. However, a safe movement permit stops having effect for a light vehicle stated in the permit before the end of the stated period if— the vehicle is disposed of; or the registration of the vehicle is transferred to another person. If a safe movement permit issued for more than 1 light vehicle stops having effect in relation to 1 of the light vehicles under subsection (2) , the permit continues having effect under subsection (1) for other vehicles stated in the permit. (sec.61-ssec.1) A safe movement permit has effect for the period stated in the permit. (sec.61-ssec.2) However, a safe movement permit stops having effect for a light vehicle stated in the permit before the end of the stated period if— the vehicle is disposed of; or the registration of the vehicle is transferred to another person. (sec.61-ssec.3) If a safe movement permit issued for more than 1 light vehicle stops having effect in relation to 1 of the light vehicles under subsection (2) , the permit continues having effect under subsection (1) for other vehicles stated in the permit.
This section applies to a decision of the chief executive— about the conditions of a safe movement permit under section 59 (2) ; or to refuse an application for a safe movement permit. The chief executive must give written notice of the decision to the applicant as soon as practicable after making the decision. The notice must state— the reasons for the decision; and that the person may ask for the decision to be reviewed. Section 65 of the Act applies to the decision as if a reference to an original decision in that section were a reference to the decision. However, despite subsection (4) , a person may not apply to QCAT to have the decision to impose the conditions stayed. Section 65A of the Act applies to a decision to refuse the application as if a reference to a reviewed decision in that section were a reference to the decision. (sec.62-ssec.1) This section applies to a decision of the chief executive— about the conditions of a safe movement permit under section 59 (2) ; or to refuse an application for a safe movement permit. (sec.62-ssec.2) The chief executive must give written notice of the decision to the applicant as soon as practicable after making the decision. (sec.62-ssec.3) The notice must state— the reasons for the decision; and that the person may ask for the decision to be reviewed. (sec.62-ssec.4) Section 65 of the Act applies to the decision as if a reference to an original decision in that section were a reference to the decision. (sec.62-ssec.5) However, despite subsection (4) , a person may not apply to QCAT to have the decision to impose the conditions stayed. (sec.62-ssec.6) Section 65A of the Act applies to a decision to refuse the application as if a reference to a reviewed decision in that section were a reference to the decision.
In a provision of this part that applies to a heavy vehicle, a reference to a vehicle includes a component fitted to, or that is part of, the heavy vehicle.
For section 15 (1) of the Act , sections 71 and 75 are prescribed for a light vehicle mentioned in that section of the Act for the purpose of ensuring the light vehicle is not defective.
A certificate of inspection and a safety certificate are each an inspection certificate .
A certificate of inspection is a certificate in the approved form issued for a vehicle. The COI term for a certificate of inspection issued for a vehicle is the following period, including the day on which the certificate takes effect— for a heavy primary production vehicle—2 years; otherwise—1 year. A certificate of inspection for a vehicle— takes effect— for a certificate issued not more than 2 months before the previous certificate for the vehicle expires—on the day after the previous certificate expires; or for a certificate issued during the COI period for the previous certificate for the vehicle—on the day after the previous certificate expired; or otherwise—when the certificate is issued; and continues in effect until the end of the COI term for a certificate issued for the vehicle. For subsection (3) (a) (ii) , the COI period for a previous certificate for a vehicle is the following period for the vehicle, starting on the day after the previous certificate expired— for a heavy primary production vehicle—2 years; otherwise—1 year. Also, for a new vehicle for subsection (3) (a) (ii) , a previous certificate is taken to have— been issued for the vehicle on the day the vehicle was first registered; and expired on the day before the first anniversary of the vehicle’s registration. In this section— heavy primary production vehicle means a vehicle mentioned in the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 , section 241 . previous certificate , in relation to a certificate of inspection issued (the current certificate ) for a vehicle, means the most recent certificate of inspection issued for the vehicle before the current certificate. s 66 amd 2021 SL No. 157 s 12 (sec.66-ssec.1) A certificate of inspection is a certificate in the approved form issued for a vehicle. (sec.66-ssec.2) The COI term for a certificate of inspection issued for a vehicle is the following period, including the day on which the certificate takes effect— for a heavy primary production vehicle—2 years; otherwise—1 year. (sec.66-ssec.3) A certificate of inspection for a vehicle— takes effect— for a certificate issued not more than 2 months before the previous certificate for the vehicle expires—on the day after the previous certificate expires; or for a certificate issued during the COI period for the previous certificate for the vehicle—on the day after the previous certificate expired; or otherwise—when the certificate is issued; and continues in effect until the end of the COI term for a certificate issued for the vehicle. (sec.66-ssec.4) For subsection (3) (a) (ii) , the COI period for a previous certificate for a vehicle is the following period for the vehicle, starting on the day after the previous certificate expired— for a heavy primary production vehicle—2 years; otherwise—1 year. (sec.66-ssec.5) Also, for a new vehicle for subsection (3) (a) (ii) , a previous certificate is taken to have— been issued for the vehicle on the day the vehicle was first registered; and expired on the day before the first anniversary of the vehicle’s registration. (sec.66-ssec.6) In this section— heavy primary production vehicle means a vehicle mentioned in the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 , section 241 . previous certificate , in relation to a certificate of inspection issued (the current certificate ) for a vehicle, means the most recent certificate of inspection issued for the vehicle before the current certificate.
A safety certificate is a certificate in the approved form issued for a vehicle. A safety certificate for a vehicle being disposed of by a dealer takes effect when the certificate is issued and continues in effect— for a period of 3 months, including the day on which the certificate is issued; or until the vehicle is driven 1,000km after the certificate is issued; or until the vehicle is disposed of other than to another dealer. A safety certificate for another vehicle takes effect when the certificate is issued and continues in effect— for a period of 2 months, including the day on which the certificate is issued; or until the vehicle is driven 2,000km after the certificate is issued; or until the vehicle is disposed of other than to a dealer. s 67 amd 2021 SL No. 157 s 13 (sec.67-ssec.1) A safety certificate is a certificate in the approved form issued for a vehicle. (sec.67-ssec.2) A safety certificate for a vehicle being disposed of by a dealer takes effect when the certificate is issued and continues in effect— for a period of 3 months, including the day on which the certificate is issued; or until the vehicle is driven 1,000km after the certificate is issued; or until the vehicle is disposed of other than to another dealer. (sec.67-ssec.3) A safety certificate for another vehicle takes effect when the certificate is issued and continues in effect— for a period of 2 months, including the day on which the certificate is issued; or until the vehicle is driven 2,000km after the certificate is issued; or until the vehicle is disposed of other than to a dealer.
This section applies despite another provision of this division. An inspection certificate issued for a vehicle stops having effect when— the vehicle’s registration under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 or a corresponding law is cancelled; or an unapproved modification is made to the vehicle; or the condition of the vehicle changes significantly other than because the vehicle has been modified. In this section— unapproved modification , of a vehicle, means a modification of the vehicle that is not— a compliant modification of a light vehicle; or a code S13 modification of a heavy bus that is a certified modification; or a modification of a heavy vehicle, other than modification mentioned in paragraph (b) , approved under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) , section 86 or 87 or a corresponding law. (sec.68-ssec.1) This section applies despite another provision of this division. (sec.68-ssec.2) An inspection certificate issued for a vehicle stops having effect when— the vehicle’s registration under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 or a corresponding law is cancelled; or an unapproved modification is made to the vehicle; or the condition of the vehicle changes significantly other than because the vehicle has been modified. (sec.68-ssec.3) In this section— unapproved modification , of a vehicle, means a modification of the vehicle that is not— a compliant modification of a light vehicle; or a code S13 modification of a heavy bus that is a certified modification; or a modification of a heavy vehicle, other than modification mentioned in paragraph (b) , approved under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) , section 86 or 87 or a corresponding law.
This division does not apply to— a trailer that has an ATM of 0.75t or less; or a dump truck for which concessional registration is granted under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 as a motor vehicle mentioned in schedule 5 of that regulation; or a mobile crane; or a straddle truck; or a tractor; or a vehicle that, under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 , is— an agricultural implement; or an agricultural machine; or mobile machinery.
Each of the following vehicles is a COI vehicle — a heavy vehicle; a light vehicle that is— a booked hire vehicle, limousine or taxi; or another vehicle used to provide a public passenger service; or an authorised tow truck for an operator accreditation under the Tow Truck Act 2023 . However, a concessionally registered ambulance vehicle is not a COI vehicle . Also, a vehicle used to provide a public passenger service (other than a booked hire vehicle, limousine or taxi) is not a COI vehicle if the vehicle— is used only to provide a community transport service or courtesy transport service, or both; and is not used by a school to provide a service mentioned in paragraph (a) to carry students attending the school; and is built to carry 9 or fewer seated adults. In this section— community transport service see the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 , schedule 3 . concessionally registered ambulance vehicle means a vehicle that is— an ambulance vehicle under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 ; and concessionally registered under that regulation. courtesy transport service see the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 , schedule 3 . s 70 amd 2022 SL No. 20 s 9 ; 2024 SL No. 134 s 147 (sec.70-ssec.1) Each of the following vehicles is a COI vehicle — a heavy vehicle; a light vehicle that is— a booked hire vehicle, limousine or taxi; or another vehicle used to provide a public passenger service; or an authorised tow truck for an operator accreditation under the Tow Truck Act 2023 . (sec.70-ssec.2) However, a concessionally registered ambulance vehicle is not a COI vehicle . (sec.70-ssec.3) Also, a vehicle used to provide a public passenger service (other than a booked hire vehicle, limousine or taxi) is not a COI vehicle if the vehicle— is used only to provide a community transport service or courtesy transport service, or both; and is not used by a school to provide a service mentioned in paragraph (a) to carry students attending the school; and is built to carry 9 or fewer seated adults. (sec.70-ssec.4) In this section— community transport service see the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 , schedule 3 . concessionally registered ambulance vehicle means a vehicle that is— an ambulance vehicle under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 ; and concessionally registered under that regulation. courtesy transport service see the Transport Operations (Passenger Transport) Act 1994 , schedule 3 .
The owner of a registered COI vehicle must ensure a certificate of inspection is in effect for the vehicle. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. However, subsection (1) does not apply to— a vehicle for which an extension of time for obtaining a certificate of inspection is operating under section 72 , 73 or 74 ; or a new vehicle during the year after it is first registered; or a special interest vehicle under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 for which concessional registration is granted under that regulation; or a light vehicle operating under an alternative compliance scheme approved by the chief executive; or a heavy vehicle identified in a maintenance management system for a maintenance management accreditation as a vehicle being operated in accordance with the system; or a vehicle being used only in an exempt area for a COI vehicle. (sec.71-ssec.1) The owner of a registered COI vehicle must ensure a certificate of inspection is in effect for the vehicle. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. (sec.71-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply to— a vehicle for which an extension of time for obtaining a certificate of inspection is operating under section 72 , 73 or 74 ; or a new vehicle during the year after it is first registered; or a special interest vehicle under the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 for which concessional registration is granted under that regulation; or a light vehicle operating under an alternative compliance scheme approved by the chief executive; or a heavy vehicle identified in a maintenance management system for a maintenance management accreditation as a vehicle being operated in accordance with the system; or a vehicle being used only in an exempt area for a COI vehicle.
This section applies if— to comply with section 71 , a person is required to obtain a certificate of inspection for a COI vehicle before a particular day (the compliance day ), including, for example, because a previous certificate of inspection issued for the vehicle is due to expire; and the electronic system does not allow the person to book an inspection of the vehicle for the issue of a certificate of inspection at a place that is reasonably convenient for the person before the compliance day; and using the electronic system, the person books an inspection within 2 months after the compliance day. The time for obtaining a certificate of inspection for the COI vehicle is extended until— the inspection is carried out; or the person cancels the appointment for the inspection; or the inspection is not carried out and the time for the appointment passes. (sec.72-ssec.1) This section applies if— to comply with section 71 , a person is required to obtain a certificate of inspection for a COI vehicle before a particular day (the compliance day ), including, for example, because a previous certificate of inspection issued for the vehicle is due to expire; and the electronic system does not allow the person to book an inspection of the vehicle for the issue of a certificate of inspection at a place that is reasonably convenient for the person before the compliance day; and using the electronic system, the person books an inspection within 2 months after the compliance day. (sec.72-ssec.2) The time for obtaining a certificate of inspection for the COI vehicle is extended until— the inspection is carried out; or the person cancels the appointment for the inspection; or the inspection is not carried out and the time for the appointment passes.
If the chief executive is satisfied that special circumstances exist, the chief executive may extend the time for obtaining a certificate of inspection for a COI vehicle. natural disasters, including floods, affecting the area in which an owner’s vehicle or inspection facilities are located flood damage to roads causing long-term road closure The time may be extended under subsection (1) for a period the chief executive considers appropriate having regard to the special circumstances. The chief executive may act under subsection (1) on the chief executive’s own initiative or on the application of the owner of the COI vehicle or the owner’s agent. If the chief executive extends the time for obtaining a certificate of inspection, the chief executive must— for an extension of time for a particular COI vehicle—give written notice about the extension to the owner of the vehicle or the owner’s agent; or otherwise—publish a notice about the extension on the department’s website. (sec.73-ssec.1) If the chief executive is satisfied that special circumstances exist, the chief executive may extend the time for obtaining a certificate of inspection for a COI vehicle. natural disasters, including floods, affecting the area in which an owner’s vehicle or inspection facilities are located flood damage to roads causing long-term road closure (sec.73-ssec.2) The time may be extended under subsection (1) for a period the chief executive considers appropriate having regard to the special circumstances. (sec.73-ssec.3) The chief executive may act under subsection (1) on the chief executive’s own initiative or on the application of the owner of the COI vehicle or the owner’s agent. (sec.73-ssec.4) If the chief executive extends the time for obtaining a certificate of inspection, the chief executive must— for an extension of time for a particular COI vehicle—give written notice about the extension to the owner of the vehicle or the owner’s agent; or otherwise—publish a notice about the extension on the department’s website.
s 74 exp 31 October 2023 at the end of the day (see 2022 SL No. 127 s 2 (2) note 1)
The owner of a registered vehicle must not dispose of the vehicle to another person (the acquirer ) unless— an inspection certificate is in effect for the vehicle; and the owner gives the acquirer— for an inspection certificate issued manually—the original and duplicate of the certificate; or otherwise—a copy of the certificate or the unique number for the certificate. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. However, subsection (1) does not apply to— a vehicle disposed of to a dealer; or the owner of a vehicle who lives in an exempt area for the vehicle and disposes of the vehicle in that area; or a light vehicle— being maintained under an alternative compliance scheme approved by the chief executive; and that, after the disposal, will continue to be maintained under an alternative compliance scheme approved by the chief executive; or a heavy vehicle— identified in, and maintained under, a maintenance management system for a maintenance management accreditation; and that, after the disposal, will continue to be maintained under a maintenance management system for a maintenance management accreditation. (sec.75-ssec.1) The owner of a registered vehicle must not dispose of the vehicle to another person (the acquirer ) unless— an inspection certificate is in effect for the vehicle; and the owner gives the acquirer— for an inspection certificate issued manually—the original and duplicate of the certificate; or otherwise—a copy of the certificate or the unique number for the certificate. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. (sec.75-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply to— a vehicle disposed of to a dealer; or the owner of a vehicle who lives in an exempt area for the vehicle and disposes of the vehicle in that area; or a light vehicle— being maintained under an alternative compliance scheme approved by the chief executive; and that, after the disposal, will continue to be maintained under an alternative compliance scheme approved by the chief executive; or a heavy vehicle— identified in, and maintained under, a maintenance management system for a maintenance management accreditation; and that, after the disposal, will continue to be maintained under a maintenance management system for a maintenance management accreditation.
A dealer must not act for the owner of a registered vehicle to dispose of the vehicle unless the dealer ensures the owner complies with section 75 , whether or not the owner complies through the dealer. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. However, subsection (1) does not apply if the owner lives in an exempt area for the registered vehicle and the vehicle is being disposed of in that area. (sec.76-ssec.1) A dealer must not act for the owner of a registered vehicle to dispose of the vehicle unless the dealer ensures the owner complies with section 75 , whether or not the owner complies through the dealer. Maximum penalty—60 penalty units. (sec.76-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply if the owner lives in an exempt area for the registered vehicle and the vehicle is being disposed of in that area.
An approved examiner may approve an inspection certificate for— a registered vehicle that is— a motor vehicle with a GVM of 16t or less; or a trailer with an ATM of 10t or less; or if the approved examiner is authorised, by notice given under section 78 , to approve certificates of inspection for a type of vehicle—a vehicle of the type stated in the notice; or a vehicle that is not registered. Also, an approved examiner may approve a certificate of inspection for a vehicle if— the vehicle is a registered vehicle that is— a motor vehicle with a GVM of more than 16t; or a trailer with an ATM of more than 10t; and the vehicle has a garage address in an exempt area; and the approved examiner inspects the vehicle in an exempt area. In this section— garage address see the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 , section 5 . s 77 amd 2021 SL No. 157 s 14 (sec.77-ssec.1) An approved examiner may approve an inspection certificate for— a registered vehicle that is— a motor vehicle with a GVM of 16t or less; or a trailer with an ATM of 10t or less; or if the approved examiner is authorised, by notice given under section 78 , to approve certificates of inspection for a type of vehicle—a vehicle of the type stated in the notice; or a vehicle that is not registered. (sec.77-ssec.2) Also, an approved examiner may approve a certificate of inspection for a vehicle if— the vehicle is a registered vehicle that is— a motor vehicle with a GVM of more than 16t; or a trailer with an ATM of more than 10t; and the vehicle has a garage address in an exempt area; and the approved examiner inspects the vehicle in an exempt area. (sec.77-ssec.3) In this section— garage address see the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2021 , section 5 .
This section applies if the chief executive is satisfied special circumstances exist to authorise an approved examiner to approve certificates of inspection for the following types of registered vehicle— a motor vehicle with a GVM of more than 16t; a trailer with an ATM of more than 10t. natural disasters, including floods, affecting— access to places where vehicle inspections are carried out; or the availability of vehicle inspections because of the diversion of resources or loss of inspection capability the availability of authorised officers to inspect vehicles in remote areas The chief executive may, by written notice given to the approved examiner, authorise the approved examiner to approve certificates of inspection for registered vehicles of the type. The notice must state that the authorisation is for a period, stated in the notice, the chief executive considers appropriate having regard to the special circumstances. (sec.78-ssec.1) This section applies if the chief executive is satisfied special circumstances exist to authorise an approved examiner to approve certificates of inspection for the following types of registered vehicle— a motor vehicle with a GVM of more than 16t; a trailer with an ATM of more than 10t. natural disasters, including floods, affecting— access to places where vehicle inspections are carried out; or the availability of vehicle inspections because of the diversion of resources or loss of inspection capability the availability of authorised officers to inspect vehicles in remote areas (sec.78-ssec.2) The chief executive may, by written notice given to the approved examiner, authorise the approved examiner to approve certificates of inspection for registered vehicles of the type. (sec.78-ssec.3) The notice must state that the authorisation is for a period, stated in the notice, the chief executive considers appropriate having regard to the special circumstances.
A person must not— issue, or purportedly issue, a certificate of inspection for a vehicle unless— the person is an authorised officer, other than a police officer; or the person is a proprietor of an AIS and issues the certificate under section 84 ; or issue, or purportedly issue, a safety certificate for a vehicle unless the person is a proprietor of an AIS and issues the certificate under section 84 . Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. A person must not approve, or purportedly approve, an inspection certificate for a vehicle unless the person is an approved examiner and approves the certificate under section 85 . Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.79-ssec.1) A person must not— issue, or purportedly issue, a certificate of inspection for a vehicle unless— the person is an authorised officer, other than a police officer; or the person is a proprietor of an AIS and issues the certificate under section 84 ; or issue, or purportedly issue, a safety certificate for a vehicle unless the person is a proprietor of an AIS and issues the certificate under section 84 . Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.79-ssec.2) A person must not approve, or purportedly approve, an inspection certificate for a vehicle unless the person is an approved examiner and approves the certificate under section 85 . Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.
This subdivision applies if the owner of a vehicle, or the owner’s agent, asks the proprietor of an AIS to issue an inspection certificate for the vehicle.
The proprietor of an AIS may charge the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, an amount to inspect the vehicle for the issue of an inspection certificate. The amount charged must not be more than the fee stated in schedule 3 for the inspection. Subsection (2) does not limit the amounts the proprietor may charge— for a mobile AIS—for travelling to a place to inspect the vehicle; or for replacing minor parts required to be removed to carry out the inspection if best practice is to replace the parts after they are removed. split pins, lock nuts In this section— mobile AIS see the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Accreditation and Other Provisions) Regulation 2015 , schedule 7 . (sec.81-ssec.1) The proprietor of an AIS may charge the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, an amount to inspect the vehicle for the issue of an inspection certificate. (sec.81-ssec.2) The amount charged must not be more than the fee stated in schedule 3 for the inspection. (sec.81-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not limit the amounts the proprietor may charge— for a mobile AIS—for travelling to a place to inspect the vehicle; or for replacing minor parts required to be removed to carry out the inspection if best practice is to replace the parts after they are removed. split pins, lock nuts (sec.81-ssec.4) In this section— mobile AIS see the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Accreditation and Other Provisions) Regulation 2015 , schedule 7 .
Before inspecting the vehicle, the approved examiner who inspects the vehicle must locate on the vehicle and record for the inspection— for a motor vehicle manufactured before 1 January 1989—the vehicle’s chassis number and engine number; or for a motor vehicle manufactured on or after 1 January 1989—the vehicle’s VIN; or for a vehicle other than a motor vehicle—another unique identification number assigned to the vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. The approved examiner must inspect the vehicle— thoroughly; and in accordance with— for a light vehicle—the Queensland Light Vehicle Inspection Manual; or for a heavy vehicle—the National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual. If the vehicle is a modified heavy vehicle, other than a heavy bus with code S13 modification, the approved examiner must, when inspecting the vehicle— sight an HVNL certificate for the modification; or locate an HVNL plate for the modification fitted or affixed to the vehicle. s 82 amd 2022 Act No. 19 s 54 sch 1 (sec.82-ssec.1) Before inspecting the vehicle, the approved examiner who inspects the vehicle must locate on the vehicle and record for the inspection— for a motor vehicle manufactured before 1 January 1989—the vehicle’s chassis number and engine number; or for a motor vehicle manufactured on or after 1 January 1989—the vehicle’s VIN; or for a vehicle other than a motor vehicle—another unique identification number assigned to the vehicle. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.82-ssec.2) The approved examiner must inspect the vehicle— thoroughly; and in accordance with— for a light vehicle—the Queensland Light Vehicle Inspection Manual; or for a heavy vehicle—the National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual. (sec.82-ssec.3) If the vehicle is a modified heavy vehicle, other than a heavy bus with code S13 modification, the approved examiner must, when inspecting the vehicle— sight an HVNL certificate for the modification; or locate an HVNL plate for the modification fitted or affixed to the vehicle.
This section applies if the approved examiner who inspects the vehicle under section 82 is reasonably satisfied the vehicle is not defective. Immediately after the inspection is finished, the proprietor of the AIS must give the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, an inspection certificate for the vehicle issued under section 84 . Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.83-ssec.1) This section applies if the approved examiner who inspects the vehicle under section 82 is reasonably satisfied the vehicle is not defective. (sec.83-ssec.2) Immediately after the inspection is finished, the proprietor of the AIS must give the owner of the vehicle, or the owner’s agent, an inspection certificate for the vehicle issued under section 84 . Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.
The proprietor of the AIS issues an inspection certificate for the vehicle by— for a certificate issued electronically—approving the certificate using the electronic system; or for a certificate issued manually—signing the certificate. Before issuing an inspection certificate for a vehicle, the proprietor of the AIS for the inspection must ensure the certificate is— completed correctly; and for a certificate issued manually— completed legibly; and not altered; and approved under section 85 by the approved examiner who inspected the vehicle. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units. (sec.84-ssec.1) The proprietor of the AIS issues an inspection certificate for the vehicle by— for a certificate issued electronically—approving the certificate using the electronic system; or for a certificate issued manually—signing the certificate. (sec.84-ssec.2) Before issuing an inspection certificate for a vehicle, the proprietor of the AIS for the inspection must ensure the certificate is— completed correctly; and for a certificate issued manually— completed legibly; and not altered; and approved under section 85 by the approved examiner who inspected the vehicle. Maximum penalty—30 penalty units.
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This regulation may be cited as the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Vehicle Standards and Safety) Regulation 2021 .
This regulation commences on 1 September 2021.
This regulation does not apply to a miscellaneous vehicle unless otherwise stated. Also, this regulation applies to a light vehicle that is part of a heavy combination under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) . (sec.3-ssec.1) This regulation does not apply to a miscellaneous vehicle unless otherwise stated. (sec.3-ssec.2) Also, this regulation applies to a light vehicle that is part of a heavy combination under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (Queensland) .
The dictionary in schedule 4 defines particular words used in this regulation.
This subdivision prescribes the way the maximum loaded mass of a vehicle is stated for schedule 4 of the Act , definition GVM . s 4A ins 2022 Act No. 19 s 48
A vehicle’s maximum loaded mass is the maximum loaded mass (however called) of the vehicle stated— if the vehicle is recorded in the RAV—in the vehicle’s record in the RAV; or if the vehicle is not recorded in the RAV— on the vehicle’s compliance plate; or if the vehicle does not have a compliance plate or the maximum loaded mass is not stated on the compliance plate or is illegible—in writing by the vehicle’s manufacturer; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and the vehicle is registered in Queensland—in the vehicle’s registration certificate under the Act ; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and the vehicle is registered in another State—in writing by the entity responsible for registering the vehicle in that State; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) , (b) , (c) or (d) —in writing by the chief executive, or the corresponding authority under a corresponding law to the Act , having regard to the design and construction of the vehicle and any other relevant matter. However, if a modification certificate or modification plate for a modification of the vehicle states the vehicle’s maximum loaded mass (however called), the vehicle’s maximum loaded mass is the maximum loaded mass stated in the certificate or on the plate. In this section— modification certificate means— for a modification of a light vehicle—a relevant certificate; or for a modification of a heavy vehicle—a HVNL certificate. modification plate means— for a modification of a light vehicle—a relevant plate; or for a modification of a heavy vehicle—a HVNL plate. s 4B ins 2022 Act No. 19 s 48 (sec.4B-ssec.1) A vehicle’s maximum loaded mass is the maximum loaded mass (however called) of the vehicle stated— if the vehicle is recorded in the RAV—in the vehicle’s record in the RAV; or if the vehicle is not recorded in the RAV— on the vehicle’s compliance plate; or if the vehicle does not have a compliance plate or the maximum loaded mass is not stated on the compliance plate or is illegible—in writing by the vehicle’s manufacturer; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and the vehicle is registered in Queensland—in the vehicle’s registration certificate under the Act ; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and the vehicle is registered in another State—in writing by the entity responsible for registering the vehicle in that State; or if the maximum loaded mass is not stated in a way mentioned in paragraph (a) , (b) , (c) or (d) —in writing by the chief executive, or the corresponding authority under a corresponding law to the Act , having regard to the design and construction of the vehicle and any other relevant matter. (sec.4B-ssec.2) However, if a modification certificate or modification plate for a modification of the vehicle states the vehicle’s maximum loaded mass (however called), the vehicle’s maximum loaded mass is the maximum loaded mass stated in the certificate or on the plate. (sec.4B-ssec.3) In this section— modification certificate means— for a modification of a light vehicle—a relevant certificate; or for a modification of a heavy vehicle—a HVNL certificate. modification plate means— for a modification of a light vehicle—a relevant plate; or for a modification of a heavy vehicle—a HVNL plate.
Provides a safe movement approval scheme (guidelines and permits) that allows limited, conditional exemptions from particular regulatory provisions when a vehicle can be driven safely under specified conditions. The chief executive decides and may impose conditions. (See Part 5, sections 50–61.)
Prescribes rules for signage, compliance and modification plates and labelling (including recent provisions for hydrogen and electric vehicle number‑plate labels). (See sections 100–103 and schedule 1 sections 144A–144B.)
Includes detailed technical vehicle standards consolidated from Australian Design Rules (ADRs), Australian Standards and state additions (schedule 1) covering lights, reflectors, windscreens, tyres, brakes, exhausts, emissions, and alternative fuel fittings (LPG, CNG, hydrogen, electric). (See schedule 1 and sections cited throughout the regulation.)
Contains application procedures and administrative rules (how to apply for approvals/permits, what information may be required, decision timelines, fees and fee‑waivers in special circumstances). (See Part 8 and sections 105–111.)
Provides transitional provisions carrying over actions, approvals, certificates and forms from the prior (2010) regulation and implements staged amendments. (See Part 10 and many cross‑references.)
Who this affects
Vehicle owners and drivers: must keep vehicles compliant, obtain/maintain inspection certificates, comply with defect notices and restrictions on driving defective or non‑compliant modified vehicles (secs 7–12, 19, 71). Penalties for non‑compliance appear through the regulation (commonly 20–60 penalty units).
Vehicle modifiers, engineers and workshops: must get approvals or certification for particular modifications, attach modification plates, and comply with the Queensland Road Vehicle Modification Handbook and inspection manuals (secs 17, 21–28; schedule 1 references).
Approved examiners, AIS proprietors and authorised officers: have statutory roles and duties in inspecting, issuing and approving certificates, and face penalties for improper issue (secs 77–85, 79, 84–86).
Dealers and resellers: obligations when disposing of vehicles to provide inspection certificates to acquirers (secs 75–76).
Commercial operators and fleet managers: many vehicles used in passenger services, towing operations or as COI vehicles have specific COI requirements and inspection cycles (see sec 70–75, schedule 3 fees).
Why it matters (official rationale, then practical test)
Officially the regulation implements vehicle safety and roadworthiness requirements: it sets the technical baseline for safe vehicle construction, loads, lighting and braking; and it creates enforcement and certification procedures to verify compliance (see schedule 1; Parts 2, 3 and 6). The safe movement approvals and modification approvals are presented as mechanisms to preserve safety where standard rules would otherwise prevent lawful use (Parts 3 and 5).
Practical tradeoffs and implementation considerations:
Key enforcement levers and penalties (examples)
Practical checklist for owners/operators
Representative statutory citations: defect notices (secs 8–13), modification approval and certification (secs 17–28), mass/load/dimension rules (Part 4, secs 30–46 and schedule 1), inspection certificates and COI rules (Part 6, secs 65–99), safe movement approvals (Part 5, secs 50–61), number‑plate/compliance/modification plates (secs 100–103), vehicle standards/safety detailed rules (schedule 1).
A light vehicle is a vehicle other than a heavy vehicle. For the meaning of heavy vehicle , see schedule 4 of the Act . A reference to a light vehicle includes a component fitted to, or that is part of, the vehicle. (sec.5-ssec.1) A light vehicle is a vehicle other than a heavy vehicle. For the meaning of heavy vehicle , see schedule 4 of the Act . (sec.5-ssec.2) A reference to a light vehicle includes a component fitted to, or that is part of, the vehicle.
For section 148 (a) of the Act , the following standards are prescribed as vehicle standards for light vehicles— the light vehicle standards (model provisions); for a modified light vehicle—the light vehicle standards (modification); the light vehicle standards (safety inspection). The standards prescribed under subsection (1) are the light vehicle standards . The light vehicle standards (model provisions) are the provisions stated in schedule 1 . The light vehicle standards (modification) are the provisions of the Queensland Road Vehicle Modification Handbook that state standards for modifications of light vehicles. The light vehicle standards (safety inspection) are the provisions of the Queensland Light Vehicle Inspection Manual that state standards for light vehicles. (sec.6-ssec.1) For section 148 (a) of the Act , the following standards are prescribed as vehicle standards for light vehicles— the light vehicle standards (model provisions); for a modified light vehicle—the light vehicle standards (modification); the light vehicle standards (safety inspection). (sec.6-ssec.2) The standards prescribed under subsection (1) are the light vehicle standards . (sec.6-ssec.3) The light vehicle standards (model provisions) are the provisions stated in schedule 1 . (sec.6-ssec.4) The light vehicle standards (modification) are the provisions of the Queensland Road Vehicle Modification Handbook that state standards for modifications of light vehicles. (sec.6-ssec.5) The light vehicle standards (safety inspection) are the provisions of the Queensland Light Vehicle Inspection Manual that state standards for light vehicles.
A light vehicle is defective if any of the following apply— the vehicle does not comply with the light vehicle standards; a component of the vehicle— does not comply with the light vehicle standards; or does not, or can not be reasonably relied on to, perform the intended function of the component; or a component of the vehicle has deteriorated to the extent the component can not be reasonably relied on to perform its intended function prevents, or is likely to prevent, another component from complying with the light vehicle standards or performing the component’s intended function; a modification of the vehicle is not compliant; the vehicle or a component of the vehicle is unsafe. However, a light vehicle that does not comply with the light vehicle standards is not defective to the extent that— the noncompliance is because of a modification of the vehicle; and the modification is an approved modification and complies with the approval. (sec.7-ssec.1) A light vehicle is defective if any of the following apply— the vehicle does not comply with the light vehicle standards; a component of the vehicle— does not comply with the light vehicle standards; or does not, or can not be reasonably relied on to, perform the intended function of the component; or a component of the vehicle has deteriorated to the extent the component can not be reasonably relied on to perform its intended function prevents, or is likely to prevent, another component from complying with the light vehicle standards or performing the component’s intended function; a modification of the vehicle is not compliant; the vehicle or a component of the vehicle is unsafe. (sec.7-ssec.2) However, a light vehicle that does not comply with the light vehicle standards is not defective to the extent that— the noncompliance is because of a modification of the vehicle; and the modification is an approved modification and complies with the approval.
A person must not drive or park, or permit another person to drive or park, a light vehicle that is defective on a road. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. However, subsection (1) does not apply if the light vehicle is not unsafe to drive or park on a road and is being driven— in compliance with conditions about driving the vehicle while it is defective stated in a defect notice issued for the vehicle; or to a place, by the most convenient and direct route, solely for the purpose of— a defect of the vehicle being repaired; or being inspected for an inspection certificate or certificate of modification; or solely to test the vehicle during an inspection for an inspection certificate. Also, subsection (1) does not apply to a person who is not the owner of the light vehicle if the vehicle— is defective because a modification of the vehicle— is not an approved modification or certified modification; but is otherwise compliant; and is not otherwise defective. (sec.8-ssec.1) A person must not drive or park, or permit another person to drive or park, a light vehicle that is defective on a road. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.8-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply if the light vehicle is not unsafe to drive or park on a road and is being driven— in compliance with conditions about driving the vehicle while it is defective stated in a defect notice issued for the vehicle; or to a place, by the most convenient and direct route, solely for the purpose of— a defect of the vehicle being repaired; or being inspected for an inspection certificate or certificate of modification; or solely to test the vehicle during an inspection for an inspection certificate. (sec.8-ssec.3) Also, subsection (1) does not apply to a person who is not the owner of the light vehicle if the vehicle— is defective because a modification of the vehicle— is not an approved modification or certified modification; but is otherwise compliant; and is not otherwise defective.
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