Industry Expertise
Transport & Logistics
Practical SHEQ solutions for Australia's transport and logistics sector.
Industry Overview
The transport and logistics industry keeps Australia moving, but it is also one of the country's highest-risk industries for workplace injury and fatality. From long-haul freight and last-mile delivery to warehousing and supply chain management, operators face complex SHEQ obligations spanning road safety, dangerous goods, fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility. SHEQ Management helps transport and logistics businesses build practical, compliant safety systems that protect their drivers, workers, customers and licence to operate.
Key Risks & Requirements
Road Transport Safety
Driver fatigue, vehicle maintenance, load restraint and route hazards create significant injury and fatality risks across freight and passenger operations.
Dangerous Goods & Hazmat
The transport of hazardous materials requires strict compliance with the Australian Dangerous Goods Code and state transport regulations.
Fatigue & Chain of Responsibility
Heavy vehicle operators and schedulers face legal duties under Chain of Responsibility legislation to manage driver fatigue and work hours.
Workplace Health & Safety
Loading dock injuries, manual handling, forklift operations and warehouse hazards demand proactive safety systems and training programs.
Regulatory Compliance
Operators must navigate NHVR regulations, state transport legislation, and EPA requirements for fleet emissions and fuel storage.
Contractor & Driver Management
Large, dispersed workforces including subcontractors and owner-operators require robust induction, competency and performance frameworks.
Some of Our Services in this Industry
Explore the SHEQ services we offer that are most relevant to the Transport & Logistics sector.
Training
Relevant Training
Non-accredited training courses relevant to the Transport & Logistics sector.
Basic Induction - Office
This induction is available specifically for Office, Carpark areas - for use for people to complete before entering work areas. It only takes about fifteen minutes. It covers duties, the site's hazards, the controls, how to respond to emergencies, and the specific rules for each area.
Introduction to Safety Management Systems
This comprehensive, self-paced course is designed to support business owners, directors, senior officers, supervisors, and frontline workers in understanding, developing, implementing, and sustaining a high-performing safety management framework.
Confined Space Awareness
Advanced training for working in confined spaces. Includes atmospheric monitoring, emergency rescue procedures, and permit-to-work systems as per AS 2865.
Handling Hazardous Chemicals (GHS)
Safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals in accordance with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and Australian WHS Regulations.
Site Induction — Office, Yard and Workshop
General site induction for your Office, Yard and Workshop covering safety rules, PPE requirements, emergency procedures, and site-specific hazards.
Case Studies
A workplace inspection identified several opportunities for improvement. We helped turn them into practical actions.
Receiving regulator feedback can feel daunting - however, it can also become a catalyst for improvement. A client engaged us following a regulator inspection that highlighted gaps in emergency preparedness.
Articles & Blog
Don’t Shoot The Messenger. Especially When They are Trying to Help
We all expect great service. But when a crisis hits, frustration can quickly end up directed at the very people working hardest to fix the problem. This isn’t just about customer service. It’s about the human cost of how we treat suppliers, contractors and advisers when the pressure is on.
4 Aug 2026
Moving to 24/7 Operations? Have You Assessed the Fatigue Risk?
A client recently engaged SHEQ Management to carry out a comprehensive fatigue risk assessment ahead of a major operational change: introducing 12-hour shifts as part of a transition from day operations to a 24/7 production facility. Extended shifts can improve coverage and efficiency, but they also bring risks that are easy to underestimate and expensive to manage after the fact.
30 Jun 2026
WHS Managed Services | Outsourced WHS Officers and Compliance Support
At SHEQ Management, we offer comprehensive managed services that provide expert outsourced Work Health and Safety officers to ensure your organisation stays compliant, safe, and efficient. But how do you know if our WHS managed services are the right fit for your organisation?
16 Sep 2025
The Importance of Effective Safety Training Programs
Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment is a top priority for any organisation. One of the most critical elements in achieving this goal, is implementing effective safety training programs.
9 Sep 2025
Rethinking Wellbeing in the Workplace
In many organisations, being “fit for work” is seen as the baseline for workplace participation and safety. Employees pass pre-employment medicals, meet role-specific physical requirements, and complete routine health checks – all to show they’re ready to do their job. But ticking the “fit for work” box only considers a snapshot in time and a narrow set of criteria. In reality, true wellbeing is far broader and more complex: being fit for work does not necessarily mean a person is fit for life.
2 Sep 2025
Lower Back Pain in the Workplace: Recognising Risks and Taking Action
Expand the criteria in your fit-for-work assessments to include ongoing lifestyle and wellness factors. Check in with employees not just about work-specific risks, but broader health goals. Lower back pain is one of the most common and costly health issues facing workplaces today. Across Australia, it’s a major cause of lost working days and reduced productivity, affecting employees from office desks to construction sites. Left unaddressed, lower back pain can escalate from mild discomfort to chronic disability, impacting not only individual well-being but also organisational performance and costs.
26 Aug 2025Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our Transport & Logistics services.