Questions, answered.
AccrediRoad Control, Managed PBS, PBS Setup and HVA packs: pricing, payment, NHVR fees, approvals and accreditation.
AccrediRoad Control
What is AccrediRoad Control?
A workspace for PBS operators: permits, VAs, DAs, fleet and routes in one place, shown on a map of the 16 gazetted PBS networks.
Is there a free trial?
Yes, 14 days on every plan.
How are plans sized?
By prime movers. Every plan includes every feature.
Can I cancel any time?
Yes. Plans are monthly.
Does Control lodge permits for me?
No. Control tracks and maps them. Managed PBS lodges them for you.
Is AccrediRoad a formal PBS assessment tool?
No. It is decision support. The NHVR and road managers are the source of truth.
AccrediRoad Managed PBS
What does Managed PBS include?
New permit applications, renewals, amendments, added routes and re-lodgements, plus AccrediRoad Control.
What do you need from me?
Delegate access to your NHVR Portal account, your vehicle approvals and the routes you want to run.
Are NHVR fees included?
No. Each submission fee is passed on at cost.
Is there a limit on permits?
No set number. Plans cover reasonable use for the fleet size. If the workload is well beyond the plan, AccrediRoad will talk to you about the right plan.
Is there a minimum term?
3 months, then month to month.
Who decides whether a permit is approved?
The NHVR and the relevant road managers.
AccrediRoad PBS Setup
What's the difference between generic and custom?
Generic uses an approved reference-vehicle design from an accredited supplier and is held in the supplier's name. Custom is designed for your combination and held in your company's name.
What does it cost?
Generic from $2,900 + GST, extra non-identical trucks $395 + GST each, custom from $9,000 + GST. NHVR permit fees at cost.
Is a VA the same as road access?
No. Road access comes from a Notice or an access permit. Your first permit is included.
How long does it take?
It depends on the assessor, certifier and road managers. Your quote gives a time frame.
How do I pay?
50% to start, 50% on completion.
What happens after setup?
Your VA and permit are loaded into AccrediRoad Control, free for 3 months.
Is this a done-for-you service?
No. The packs are editable documents you adapt to your business.
Does purchase include an audit?
No. You arrange an independent approved HVA auditor.
Does purchase guarantee accreditation?
No. Accreditation decisions are made by the NHVR.
Do I need a subscription?
No. The packs are a one-off purchase.