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VicRoads to introduce noise cameras


A new noise camera system will be used to monitor heavy vehicles as part of the Victorian Government’s drive to reduce excessive truck noise on Victorian roads.
 
Roads and Ports Minister Tim Pallas said excessive truck engine brake noise was a problem in some areas, with new noise cameras to be used for road surveillance and enforcement starting next month.
 
“We understand people are concerned about trucks on our roads, which is why the government is taking action to build a better transport system and move trucks away from residential streets,” Mr Pallas said.
 
“Not all heavy vehicles emit excessive noise, but loud engine brakes are inappropriate in built-up areas and can affect a community’s quality of life.
 
“The new noise cameras will allow VicRoads to enforce the heavy vehicle national noise emission standards across Victoria and to reduce noise from engine brakes – with non-compliance ultimately resulting in suspension of a truck’s registration.”
 
Mr Pallas said excessively noisy trucks would trigger the camera to take a photo and record the noise level of the offending vehicle, the location and time of the event.
 
“If over the permitted on-road noise level standards, the vehicle owner will receive a notice of non-compliance,” he said.
 
“The truck would then need to be presented to an approved EPA Victoria noise testing station to ensure compliance. Failure to do so will result in suspension of the vehicle’s registration.
 
“This government understands and values the importance of the freight industry, but it must work with the community and adhere to noise minimisation regulations.
 
“Heavy vehicles are generally fitted with good muffler systems that cause minimal noise when the engine brake is activated, but vehicle owners need to ensure their trucks are well maintained and that exhaust systems are not defective.”
 
Some of the areas being initially targeted by VicRoads include Geelong Ring Road, near Waurn Ponds, Frankston, Yarraville, Buninyong and Southbank.
 

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