The light vehicle iva inspection manual for vehicle categories of m1 the heavy goods vehicle iva inspection manual for vehicle categories n2 and n3 the bus and coach iva inspection manual for vehicle categories m2 and m3 the trailer iva inspection manual for categories o1, o2, o3 and o4 approval process. You can choose a date, a time and a location that suits you. The results of an inspection are valid for 3 months only, so its a good idea to factor this in when nominating a date for your heavy vehicle inspection. I consider that the above defects have been rectified satisfactorily and in my opinion the vehicle is in a fit and roadworthy. Commercial drivers license manual 2005 cdl testing system.
Hvis inspection bookings allows you to book a heavy vehicle inspection scheme hvis inspection online. The national heavy vehicle inspection manual nhvim provides authorised. Rules and regulation manual pdf chapter 1 station certification. The majority of heavy goods vehicles on the road in great britain are required to have an annual roadworthiness inspection. Heavy vehicle roadworthiness, vehicle registration and. For official purposes, please refer to the ontario highway traffic act and regulations, the dangerous goods act and federal motor vehicle transport act. Fatigue management general information about the management of the fatigue of heavy vehicle drivers as well as relevant links to the nhvrs webpage and the current legislation. Londons industrial heavy goods vehicle hgv task force. The nhvim applies to all vehicles that have a gross vehicle mass gvm or aggregate trailer mass atm greater than. Because of this, both associations use the nsra safety inspection sticker as a requirement. While every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the content of the national. The majority of hvis inspection booking fee is paid at the time of your renewal however there may be occasions when you will be required to pay.
Inspection procedures commercial vehicle safety alliance. A copy of the complete commercial vehicle operators safety manual can be saved or printed by clicking on the pdf document below or to print individual modules click the specific pdf link at the top of each page. Percentage share of all powered goods by country of registration q3 2014 q2 2015 dft 2015 report incident prevention team highways england 2015 presentation m4 closure westbound j89 to j10, berkshire. Texas vehicle inspection program, a central repository for information on vehicle inspection, emissions testings, and inspection stations and inspectors. Heavy vehicle inspection checklist for group 2a and 2b. Vehicle inspection is a procedure mandated by national or subnational governments in many countries, in which a vehicle is inspected to ensure that it conforms to regulations governing safety, emissions, or both. Get ahead of vehicle issues by performing easy, quick digital inspections regularly, and immediately assigning actions when something is wrong. Heavy vehicle inspection manual hvim to inform and assist operators and others involved in vehicle maintenance to meet their obligation. The national heavy vehicle inspection manual nhvim provides authorised officers and industry with consistent criteria for heavy vehicle inspections. National heavy vehicle inspection manual amendment. Welcome to this new edition of the heavy goods vehicle inspection manual. Manuals have been updated for hgv and psv inspections. The nsc11b is part of albertas commercial vehicle inspection manual.
The i m numbers are produced from the heavy goods vehicle inspection manual consolidated edition 2012. I hope that they will derive satisfaction from having their work acknowledged. Updated the heavy goods vehicles hgv inspection manual and change table that will apply from 20 may 2018. How to keep heavy goods vehicles hgvs and public service vehicles psvs safe to drive, including daily checks, inspections, maintenance and record keeping. Keeping commercial vehicles safe to drive roadworthy. It is recommended to compare the previous commercial vehicle inspection manual to the current commercial vehicle inspection manual for additions and changes to both.
For more information about driver licensing, visit. Heavy vehicles department of transport and main roads. The use of the nhvim will ensure a nationally consistent approach to improve vehicle standards compliance and help reduce vehicle downtime. I often get asked about which forms to use and what operator compliance publications the operator and driver should be utilising. See the official mto drivers handbook for information on ontario rules of the road. Engineering plant ep vehicles based on lorry chassis which do not carry any goods, only fixed machinery or equipment, and which. Subchapter a general provisions 1 vehicle equipment and inspection regulations pub 45 subchapter a general provisions 175. This consistency in procedure ensures a uniform inspection procedure of both commercial motor vehicles and their drivers, no matter the state, province, jurisdiction or territory. If required periodically, it is often termed periodic motor vehicle inspection. Hgvpsv inspection manual updates from 1 october 2015 moving. The mot test is an annual test of vehicle safety, roadworthiness aspects and exhaust.
The vehicle inspection can take place up to 3 months prior to the nominated renewal date. The ministry does not produce printed versions of this manual. Print version of the commercial vehicle operators safety manual. The hvim sets out practical steps to be followed in undertaking a heavy vehicle inspection by regulatory inspectors and establishes nationally consistent criteria for assessing heavy vehicle roadworthiness. The use of the nhvim will ensure a nationally consistent approach to improve vehicle standards compliance and help reduce vehicle. Owners should also find the manual useful as it details the inspection to which vehicles are subjected and the reason why a ministers approval certificate mac may be refused. Official advice and information for lorry, bus, coach and van operators and drivers, from the driver and vehicle standards agency dvsa. Hgvpsv inspection manual updates from 1 october 2015. Heavy duty vehicles hdvs including heavy goods vehicles hgvs, buses and coaches using european roads must comply with rules on weights and dimensions set out in directive 9653ec. If you are an operator of heavy goods vehicles hgvs and public service vehicles.
Vehicles used for the carriage of goods and having a maximum mass exceeding 12 tonnes. Instructions for the renewal process will be provided well in advance of august 31 of the oddnumbered year when the stations certificate of appointment is due to expire. Hgv test goods vehicles over 3,500 kg gvw and trailers over 1,020 kg unladen weight or 3,500 kg gvw if fitted with. Stations, prior to january 1, 2009, must have a hoist or heavy duty jack and. To attribute this material, cite national heavy vehicle regulator, national heavy vehicle inspection manual. The passenger vehicle iva inspection manual for vehicle category m1 the light goods vehicle iva inspection manual for vehicle category n1. Vehicle safety prechecks vehicle daily checks are a simple and effective way to spot potentially dangerous issues or defects before vehicles are used. Vehicle safety inspection requirements 2015 msra and nsra both feel that safe vehicles are a very important part of the street rodding sport. This directive establishes maximum common measures to ensure that road safety is not jeopar dised and that degradation to roads, bridges and tunnels is minimal.
There is a 90 day transitional period to provide opportunity for all facility operators and authorized inspectors to obtain the new standards and become familiar with both the format and content of the new manual. The manual has been updated by the national heavy vehicle regulator nhvr as part of its task to develop consistent principles and practices for the safe and efficient operation of road transport in australia. Unexpected vehicle downtime accounts for huge revenue losses in logistics and transportation. A form secured from the department of motor vehicles and issued by an inspection station to a motorist as prescribed in this part. Highways england incident prevention diesel spillages. The official uk mot inspection manuals are available online.
On 1 october 2018, the heavy vehicle national law hvnl was amended to provide that every party in the heavy vehicle transport supply chain has a duty to ensure the safety of their transport activities. How the roadworthiness directive will affect heavy vehicle. National heavy vehicle inspection manual amendment summary version 2. An equivalent inspection rejection notice may also be printed by the computerized vehicle inspection system, without a form number. Commercial vehicle safety and maintenance guides gov. Heavy goods vehicle inspection manual dvsa 20 manual hgvs travelling to mainland europe. In practical terms, this primary duty represents an obligation to eliminate or minimise potential harm or loss risk by doing all that is reasonably. How the roadworthiness directive will affect heavy vehicle testing. The national heavy vehicle inspection manual nhvim has been revised by the national heavy vehicle regulator nhvr as part of its task to develop and introduce a single national approach to ensuring heavy vehicle roadworthiness. Guide to maintaining roadworthiness the transport manager. S a g p 1 vehicle equipment and inspection regulations pub 45 s a general provisions 175. With amendments up to and including alberta regulation 122015.
From 20 may 2018, some heavy vehicles, based on an hgv chassis, will. Mil applies to dieselfuelled vehicles first used from 1 july. The national heavy vehicle inspection manual nhvim applies to all vehicles that have a gross vehicle mass gvm greater than 4. For information on other vehicle categories, the following dvsa iva inspection manuals should be consulted. List of information about lorry, bus and trailer annual test. Motorcycle single vehicle approval msva inspection manual. Bookings must be made at least 24 hours prior to inspection. Transport and logistics inspection software iauditor by.
Driver and vehicle standards agency dvsa examiners that carry out the inspection on vehicles submitted for motorcycle single vehicle approval msva. Employers and self employed people should have a system of routine daily checks in place to ensure that vehicles are in good working order, safe and fit for purpose at the start of each working. This manual replaces the vehicle inspection manual 2010. Inspection processes and rules for lorry, trailer and other heavy goods vehicle hgv annual tests mots. Heavy goods vehicle inspection manual 20052018 1 of 5 document uncontrolled when printed interpretation of terms used in the manual articulated vehicle an articulated vehicle is a motor car or heavy motor car with a trailer so attached that part of the trailer is superimposed on the drawing vehicle and. From 20 may 2018, some heavy vehicles, based on an hgv chassis, will lose their test exemption and will need to have an annual test for the first time.
I would first like to acknowledge the members of dvsa staff whose efforts have resulted in this comprehensive reference for annual testing. Goods vehicle inspection and rectification report for hgv depot reg. So ive put together a rather helpful, regularly updated complete list of links to dvsa publications, guides, forms and tools for you. Vehicle safety prechecks health and safety authority. Heavy vehicle charges are set nationally and are based on the principle that heavy vehicles pay their fair share of road spending. Speed limiters on heavy goods vehicles this form is to be completed and submitted at time of test if a vehicle appears to be subject to the requirements of im33 of the heavy goods vehicle inspection manual for speed limiter fitment but the presenter wishes to declare it exempt. Law enforcement officers should follow the following appropriate steps when conducting each corresponding inspection procedure.
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