Truck drivers still aren't paid for all the work they do, leading to fatigue on our roads
- Written by Ann Williamson, Professor of Aviation Safety, UNSW
More than a year after the Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal (RSRT) was abolished, truck drivers are still likely to be working hours they are not paid for. Surveys show this lack of pay and regulation leads to dangerous fatigue.
Truck drivers are often paid based on productivity. Fivelargesurveysof Australian long distancetruck drivers all show...