Australian Certification & Accreditation Service Agency

The Australian Certification & Accreditation Service Agency (ACASA) is an independent national body responsible for developing, accrediting,
and maintaining industry sector standards across Australia’s logistics and transport sectors.

ACASA establishes certification, accreditation, and compliance frameworks that set the benchmark for safety, risk management, and Chain of Responsibility (CoR).
Our standards promote measurable outcomes, operational consistency, and integrity across the entire industry — ensuring that organisations not only meet regulatory obligations but achieve best practice.

Through our comprehensive Standards Framework and Accreditation Programmes, ACASA serves as the single, authoritative source for national compliance and certification - aligning Australia’s transport and logistics sectors under one unified standard.

Our Standards Framework

  • Codes of Practice

    ACASA develops and maintains national Codes of Practice that define clear, practical expectations for safe and compliant operations. These codes ensure consistency across the logistics and transport sectors, bridging the gap between regulatory requirements and everyday practice.

  • Industry Sector Standards

    Our Industry Sector Standards set the benchmark for operational excellence across Australia’s transport and logistics industries. Each standard is built on evidence-based principles, providing clear, measurable guidance to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance at every level.

  • Audits & Auditors

    ACASA sets rigorous standards for both audits and auditors, ensuring consistency, integrity, and impartiality in all compliance assessments. Our audit frameworks guarantee that evaluations are transparent, evidence-driven, and aligned with national expectations.

  • Training & Certification

    We establish and oversee standards for training and certification programs to ensure competence, consistency, and credibility across the sector. ACASA’s approach focuses on measurable outcomes - confirming that qualifications reflect genuine skill, not just administrative completion.

Accreditation Programmes

  • Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and Compliance & Enforcement

    ACASA is Australia’s leading authority for Chain of Responsibility accreditation, ensuring that all parties in the transport supply chain meet their legal and operational obligations. Our accreditation framework strengthens accountability, governance, and compliance across the entire network.

  • Workplace Health & Safety

    We accredit organisations that demonstrate best-practice systems in workplace health and safety management. ACASA accreditation confirms that safety is not just policy - it’s embedded in daily operations and supported by strong leadership and culture.

  • Environmental Protection

    ACASA’s Environmental Protection accreditation recognises organisations committed to sustainable and responsible operations. Our standards ensure that environmental impact is minimised and compliance with national environmental legislation is consistently achieved.

  • Load Restraint

    Our Load Restraint accreditation sets the national benchmark for the safe securing and transport of goods. ACASA accreditation verifies that load restraint systems, training, and practices meet the highest safety and compliance standards.

  • Heavy Vehicle National Law

    ACASA provides accreditation to ensure compliance with the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) framework. This accreditation confirms operational alignment with national law and promotes consistent, safe heavy vehicle management across Australia.

  • Australian Design Rules & Vehicle Standards

    Our accreditation in Australian Design Rules and Vehicle Standards ensures that vehicles and modifications meet national safety, emissions, and performance requirements. ACASA verifies that every accredited entity upholds the integrity and compliance expected under Australia’s design and manufacturing standards.