Elite Transport Solutions
Basic Fatigue Management
Fatigue Management Accreditation
Operate legally for up to 14 hours per day under BFM.
We assist transport companies, subcontractors, and owner–drivers with gaining Basic Fatigue Management (BFM) accreditation under the National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS). This gives your business the flexibility to extend driving hours safely while meeting all obligations under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements.
What Is Fatigue Management Accreditation?
Fatigue Management Accreditation is a formal national process that ensures heavy vehicle operators manage driver fatigue risks through structured systems. It forms part of NHVAS and recognises businesses that have robust safety and compliance practices in place.
Accreditation helps reduce fatigue-related incidents, improves safety outcomes, and demonstrates compliance with general duty laws in road transport. It also offers operators greater flexibility in scheduling—allowing longer work hours while managing risk through education, systems, and monitoring.
What Is Basic Fatigue Management (BFM)?
BFM is an NHVAS fatigue management option that allows drivers to work up to 14 hours in a 24-hour period (compared to the standard 12 hours), provided that the business can demonstrate appropriate fatigue risk controls.
To operate under BFM, your business must:
- Implement a compliant fatigue risk management system
- Ensure all drivers complete accredited fatigue training (TLIF0005)
- Nominate a scheduler/admin who completes (TLIF0006)
- Ensure all drivers have current commercial medicals
- Maintain records, training logs, policies, and quarterly internal reviews
What is a Fatigue Regulated Heavy Vehicle?
A fatigue-regulated heavy vehicle is any heavy vehicle over 12 tonnes GVM, or part of a combination that exceeds 12 tonnes. This also includes buses designed to carry more than 12 adults (including the driver).
Drivers of these vehicles must comply with fatigue laws, including work and rest hour requirements, to reduce the risk of fatigue-related incidents. Operators must have systems in place to monitor, support, and enforce these rules.
