A compliance operation between NSW Police and Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) targeting truck and dog combinations was conducted on February 1st. A number of issues were identified with 1 driver being caught for breaches and a number of vehicles identified with breaches. The operation was conducted within the Penrith areas and a substantial number of weight breaches were identified including one combination having a minor weight breach. During the operation only 10 combinations were inspected. Inspectors issued 3 major defect notices for problems such as seatbelts, air leaks and lighting and 3 minor defects for miscellaneous issues. One heavy vehicle driver, an interstate licence holder was charged for driving with revoked NSW privileges. He is scheduled to appear in court soon. Read more at https://www.fullyloaded.com.au/industry-news/1902/defective-truck-and-dog-combinations-targeted-in-blitz