The Australian Livestock and Road Transport Association (ALRTA) is set to launch a new 24-hour emergency helpline for livestock drivers.
Developed by ALRTA and National Transport Insurance (NTI), the Livestock Assist program will offer a one-call hotline for drivers in the event of an accident or breakdown on the road.
Using NTI’s database of service providers, the operator will be able to assist with all medical, mechanical and animal welfare issues in both the outback or the city.
A merger of the existing TruckCare and TruckSafe initiatives, Livestock Assist will be available to all drivers and industries and carriers of all species, including people who are not members of ALRTA.
The program’s official launch will take place during the ALRTA’s national conference in Bunbury over July 3 and 4.
