Why didn’t Tasmania apply distance limit like in some mainland States?
The 100 and 200 km radius that applies to ‘local area work’ in mainland States has posed problems for them, in that it has done little to manage those drivers that exceed driving hours regulations. It is widely recognised that the geography of Tasmania and the industry type that exists is different from other States. A driver may only work within a radius of only 10 km, but still works excessive hours.
