What is Mass Management Accreditation?
Mass Management Accreditation is an NHVAS Accreditation scheme which provides operators an average 10% increase in payload. It’s approved to operators who can demonstrate they have systems in place to meet the NHVAS business rules and standards.
Mass Management provides operators with everything that’s needed to operate fully compliant under Mass Management Accreditation and support you through the process from the inital consult to being accredited by the NHVR as well as the ongoing audit process.
We take the worry and stress out of dealing with the NHVR.
What additional weights can I expect with Mass Managament Accreditation?
Typically with Mass Management Accreditation you will be able to get an extra half tonne on a bogie axle group and up to an extra 2 and a half tonnes on a tri group.
This is dependant on which state you are operating in, what network you need to operate on and your vehicle and combination configuration.
We will explain all of this to you as part of our consultation process to ensure you are completely aware of what your operating weights will be and where you can legally operate.
See below for some ‘typical’ examples.
Examples of typical combinations
Below are examples of typical combination weights you may be eligible to operate at with Mass Management.
Please note to operate at HML it will come with operating conditions such as a restricted network access and depending on the state you're operating in, you may require TMA tracking.
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6 Axle Semi Trailer
For a 6 Axle Semi Trailer operating on CML, it allows up to an additional half a tonne on the Drive Axle and up to 1 Tonne on the Tri Group however you cannot exceed the maximum GCM.
On HML it allows an additional half a tonne on the Drive Axle and up to 2.5 Tonne on the Tri Group however you are restricted to the HML network.
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9 Axle B-Double
For a 9 Axle B-Double operating on CML, it allows up to an additional half a tonne on the Drive Axle and up to 1 Tonne on each of the Tri Groups however you cannot exceed the maximum GCM.
On HML it allows an additional half a tonne on the Drive Axle and up to 2.5 Tonne on each of the Tri Groups however you are restricted to the HML network.
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11 Axle Common Road Train
For an 11 Axle Common Road Train operating on CML, it allows up to an additional half a tonne on the Drive Axle and up to 1 Tonne on each of the Tri Groups however you cannot exceed the maximum GCM.
On HML it allows an additional half a tonne on the Drive Axle and up to 2.5 Tonne on each of the Tri Groups however you are restricted to the HML network.
Common Questions
How do I become Mass accredited?
Contact us today and we will step you through the start-up process.
We make it simple and easy to get you accredited as quickly as possible.
What if I don’t have policies and procedures for Mass Management Accreditation?
Don't worry. We will work with you to ensure you have everything you need to be compliant under Mass Management Accreditation.
Will there be extra paperwork with Mass Management Accreditation?
Yes there is additional paperwork you and your drivers will need to do in order to be compliant with the NHVR audit process.
We believe it takes about 1 hour a week, per truck, to maintain your compliance to Mass Management Accreditation on a paper-based system.
We do have a digital system to help manage this for you, which will save time and better prepare you for your audits.
How do i get the additional steer exemption?
Some vehicles may be eligible for additional weight on the Steer Axle known as the Steer Exemption. A 6.5 tonne steer axle applies to vehicles with a GVM over 15 tonnes fitted with and complying with all of the following:
Engine complying with ADR80/01 (Euro IV or greater)
Front underrun protection device (FUPD) complying with UN ECE Reg No.93 or ADR 84
Cabin strength that complies with UN ECE Reg No. 29
Appropriately rated tyres, axles & suspension
Note: 26 metre B-Doubles must comply with points 2 & 3 per HV(MDL)NR Sch 6 Part 2(3
Contact us today for more information on the 7.1 Steer Exemption or alternatively Click here for the HVNL
