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CoR extends legal liability for HVNL breaches to all parties in the supply chain — not just drivers — including consignors, consignees, schedulers, loaders, and operators.
Under the HVNL, Chain of Responsibility (CoR) provisions impose duties on every party in the heavy vehicle transport supply chain who has the ability to influence compliance. This includes operators, drivers, consignors, consignees, schedulers, loaders, loading managers, and packing/receiving parties. Each party must take all reasonable steps to prevent breaches.
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- CoR extends legal liability for HVNL breaches to all parties in the supply chain — not just drivers — including consignors, consignees, schedulers, loaders, and operators.
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Chain of Responsibility (CoR) is a WHS requirement set out in Heavy Vehicle National Law (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is Heavy Vehicle National Law > Part 2 — Chain of Responsibility § Part 2, s.26C.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Chain of Responsibility (CoR) is a WHS obligation under Heavy Vehicle National Law (FEDERAL). In short, CoR extends legal liability for HVNL breaches to all parties in the supply chain — not just drivers — including consignors, consignees, schedulers, loaders, and operators.
What changed recently?
Chain of Responsibility (CoR) was last updated on 26 August 2026.
