Practical assistance for forestry contractors

• rights and obligations under the Owner Driver and Forestry Contractors Act 2005 and Owner Drivers and Forestry Contractors Code of Practice
• guidance for running a successful small business
• other laws and regulations that apply to forestry contractor activities
• sources of advice and assistance.

• at least three business days before the owner driver is engaged, if the forestry contractor is engaged for a period of at least 30 days
• on the thirtieth day, if the forestry contractor is engaged for a total period of at least 30 days in any three month period.

These requirements also apply to freight brokers and to tender situations. 

Information Booklet

Download the Booklet below:

Victorian Forestry Contractors Information Booklet (DOCX 159 KB)

Victorian Forestry Contractors Information Booklet (PDF 600.17 KB)