Section 1: Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV)

Section 1.1 Prime Mover / Tractor unit

Item Description 2011 Updated change

Seat Belt All Vehicles (Owned, Contracted or Leased) shall be fitted  Reword clarifying seatbelts
with a 3-point inertia reel type seatbelt for the Driver and to be 3 point inertia reel
all passengers
In Vehicle All Bulk Truck / Tractor combinations shall be fitted with In  
Monitoring Vehicle Monitoring System (IVMS) or Vehicle Data
Systems (IVMS) Recorder (VDR) or equivalent that produces journey and
performance data to be analysed and fed back to the
driver.
Seating One Driver and one passenger seat shall be provided. Reword removing reference
Driver seat shall be adjustable (Forward / Backwards & to suspension seat and
upwards & Downwards and angle of backrest) to compliance to local
accommodate different size drivers. legislation.
Seating Head restraints shall be fitted to all seating (n/a on  
specific sites with controlled speed zone <35kph and local
road transport safety procedures in place).
In Cabin Be fitted with a serviceable climate control system / air  
Climate Control conditioning/heating system that is able to maintain an in-
cab temperature that makes comfortable to drivers under
all local climatic and driving conditions.
Windscreen / Front windscreen to be laminated with  
Windows toughened/tempered safety glass in all other windows.
Steering To be fitted with an adjustable (up/down) steering column Change wording,
Column eliminating necessity to
have in/out adjustment.
Pedals Non-slip pedal pads to be fitted for brake, clutch and  
accelerator pedals
Communication Communication devices fitted to the vehicle shall be  
installed to only operate in compliance with the mobile
phone and two-way radio requirements of the Road
Safety Manual.
(Do not make a call or answer a mobile phone or pager,
send or read a text message, or use a hands-free mobile
phone device while driving a Vehicle).
Rollover The unit shall feature a roll over prevention system, where  Add wording that this
Prevention it is available in the country and there is a high risk of requirement is from the
rollover based on experience, or where the centre of Control Framework
gravity of the vehicle type increases rollover risk. e.g. Professional Driver Safety
VES (Vehicle E stability System) as stated in Professional manual.
Driver Safety Manual
Rear Under-run Strengthened rear under-run protection bar where the
Protection ground clearance (height of the bottom of the under-run to
ground level) must normally not exceed 500 mm. Separated the rear and
However, the precise clearance will depend on local road side under run protection
and operating conditions requirements which were
Side Under-run Side under-run protection bars are predominately used to together in previous
Protection deflect other road users from going underneath the trailer version, clarifying that only
wheels. The ground clearance (height of the bottom of the the rear under-run has to
under-run to ground level) must normally not exceed 500 meet a strengthened
mm. However, the precise clearance will depend on local design.
road and operating conditions
Front bumper Height from the underside of the front bumper to the road New item - not
height surface shall not exceed 440mm (18") additional structure retrospective, new vehicles
must be used if the gap is greater. Local legislation to be ordered after 1st Jan 2012.
followed if a smaller gap is required.
Applicable to all new vehicles ordered after 1st Jan 2012.
Wheels / Tyres Tyres shall be manufactured to the recognised Add wording, not use
international tyre standard: 'UN ECE Regulation 54 - retread/re-grooved tyres on
Uniform Provisions Concerning the Approval of Pneumatic steer axles.
Tyres for Commercial Vehicles and their Trailers', or
Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Specifications (FMVSS)
Standard No 119.
Vehicle operated with tyres that have a minimum tread
depth of 2mm that covers the entire breadth and round
the entire circumference of the tyre.
Load, Temperature and speed rating identified on the tyre
to be applicable for the actual operating conditions.
Re-treaded or re-grooved tyres are not permitted on
steering axle.
Wheels / Tyres Wheel nuts to be fitted with off torque indicator that gives Re-word the requirement to
a visual alert should a nut become loose or starts to state the need for a visual
rotate. Areas with constant severe weather conditions alert, also proposal to
(heavy snow and ice) are excluded from this requirement. exclude mandatory use in
constant extreme snow/ice
environments.
Brakes Any vehicle (tractor, rigid or trailer) to have ABS fitted.  
Brakes A brake system consisting of service brake, secondary Clarify that secondary
brake (engine/exhaust brake) and parking brake must be brake can be an
fitted and capable of bringing a vehicle safely to a halt on engine/exhaust brake.
a dry, level paved surface at a minimum average
deceleration of 0.3g metres per second per second (or
legally specified minimum, whichever is the greater). A
vehicle meeting this requirement will, after allowing 0.75
seconds for reaction time and activation delay, be capable
of stopping within the following distances:30kph 18m,
40kph 29m, 50kph 43m, 60kph 60m, 70kph 79m, 80kph
101m, 90kph 125m.
Written confirmation that the vehicle is compliant with this
braking requirement may be verified by the vehicle
manufacturer, approved vehicle tester or country roads
authority.
Brakes All braking systems to be fail-safe  
Brakes Disc or Drum brakes are required. Re-word as there are no
Where drum brakes are fitted they shall have automatic automatic adjusters on disc
slack adjusters. brakes.
Brakes Asbestos lined brakes are not permitted  
Brakes Wheel chocks (on passenger side) to be installed on Reword allowing failsafe
HGVs. If supplied by OEM to be accessible in suitable brake interlock to replace
mounting brackets. wheel chocks.
If a failsafe brake interlock system is installed e.g. linked
to the driver’s door, then wheel chocks may be excluded
unless legislated.
Brakes When Heavy Goods Vehicles are being operated in  
mountainous/hilly terrain they shall be fitted with an
endurance braking system (retarder).

This requirement will need to be specified by the

business, based on its area of operation over the life of
the vehicle.
Spray Road-spray suppressors to be fitted on mudguards  
Suppression (unless not required due to weather conditions) compliant
with British Standard BS AU 200 or EC Directive 91/226
or equivalent
Cabin Steps & grabs for easy access for driver and passenger  
(wheel hub steps unacceptable)
Bullbars HGVs' not to be fitted with a bull-bar or other protruding  
fitments unless a documented risk study justifies
otherwise
Mirrors All truck/tractor shall be equipped with heavy-duty wide  Add wording to include
angled fully adjustable rear vision mirrors on both driver look-down mirrors for Cab-
and passenger sides of the vehicle. over vehicles covering the
Passenger side shall also have a wide-range (convex) front of the cabin
mirror/s to give driver vision of passenger side blind spots.

Convex mirrors fitted to ensure adequate vision of blind

spots, including in front of Cab-over vehicles.
Lighting All truck/tractor combinations shall be equipped with front  
and rear auxiliary driving or fog lights, as applicable to
regulation within country of operation-
Lighting All truck/tractor combinations shall be fitted with hazard  
warning lights
Lighting Vehicles are to be setup so that their "Headlights are ON"  
while driving during daylight hours unless prohibited by
local traffic regulations/law.
It is recommended for new vehicles to have daylights
wired to the ignition therefore not be reliant on the driver
using the manual light switch.

Reversing HGVs fitted with an audible reversing alarm on the rear  

Alarms most point of the entire Vehicle combination.
Fire One 2 Kg or equivalent fire rated dry powder or CO2 fire  Add words that fire
Extinguishers extinguisher to be fitted within the cabin. extinguisher may be sized
If a Country's regulation is more stringent they shall be by its fire rating as well as
followed. weight.
First Aid First aid equipment kit securely fitted in the cab of each  
vehicle.
It is good practice for first aid kit to be sealed with tamper-
proof seal or regular checks ensuring all contents are
present;
The contents of first aid kits may be stipulated by local
regulations. Where this is not the case, at least the
following must be carried:
􀂄 a card giving general first aid guidance, covering
breathing problems, unconsciousness, severe bleeding,
suspected broken bones, burns and scalds, eye
problems, electric shock, gassing;
􀂄 20 individually wrapped adhesive plasters of assorted
sizes;
􀂄 three sterile un-medicated dressings – one each of
extra large, large and medium size;
􀂄 one triangular bandage;
􀂄 two safety pins;
􀂄 one pair of disposable vinyl gloves;
􀂄 one mouth-to-mouth resuscitator;
􀂄 one sterile eye pad and dressing
􀂄 one pair of scissors;
􀂄 one roll of adhesive tape;
􀂄 individually wrapped moist alcohol-free cleansing
wipes.
Warning Minimum of two readily accessible self standing warning  Add wording to ensure
Devices devices securely mounted and retained within cabin e.g. local legislation is applied if
reflective triangles. If a Country's regulation is more additional devices are
stringent they shall be followed. stipulated
Warning All truck/tractor shall be equipped with a legally compliant  
Devices horn
Engine All vehicles that have an engine power take off installed to  Added wording advising
drive a product pump or other equipment that will transfer this requirement is when
dangerous goods shall be fitted with an external engine product transfer equipment
cut-off device located in a readily accessible location for is installed
the driver or operator of the power take off.
Vehicle Speed Limiter - all truck/tractors shall be equipped with a Reword "Unless legally
Maximum method to limit the maximum vehicle speed to the legal mandated, Speed limiters
Speed speed limit or Company maximum speed limit within the are not required where
country whichever is the lower. This must be controlled so other efficient means of
that a driver cannot modify this setting. speed monitoring are
If speed limiter is not available then alternative means of available, E.G. IVMS with
monitoring vehicle speed must be in place e.g. IVMS speed reporting
functionality."
Section 1.2 Rigid Tanker / Flatbed

Item Description 2011 Updated change

Seat Belt All Vehicles (Owned, Contracted or Leased) shall be fitted Reword clarifying
with a 3-point inertia reel type seatbelt for the Driver and all seatbelts to be 3 point
passengers inertia reel
In Vehicle All Bulk Truck / Tractor combinations shall be fitted with In  
Monitoring Vehicle Monitoring System (IVMS) or Vehicle Data Recorder
Systems (IVMS) (VDR) or equivalent that produces journey and performance
data to be analysed and fed back to the driver.
Seating One Driver and one passenger seat shall be provided. Driver Reword removing
seat shall be adjustable (Forward / Backwards & upwards & reference to suspension
Downwards and angle of backrest) to accommodate different seat and compliance to
size drivers. local legislation.
Seating Head restraints shall be fitted to all seating (n/a on specific  
sites with controlled speed zone <35kph and local road
transport safety procedures in place).
In Cabin Climate Be fitted with a serviceable climate control system / air  
Control conditioning/heating system that is able to maintain an in-cab
temperature that makes comfortable to drivers under all local
climatic and driving conditions.
Windscreen / Front windscreen to be laminated with toughened/tempered  
Windows safety glass in all other windows.
Steering Column To be fitted with an adjustable (up/down) steering column Change wording,
eliminating necessity to
have in/out adjustment.
Pedals Non-slip pedal pads to be fitted for brake, clutch and  
accelerator pedals
Communication Communication devices fitted to the vehicle shall be installed  
to only operate in compliance with the mobile phone and two-
way radio requirements of the Road Safety Manual.
(Do not make a call or answer a mobile phone or pager, send
or read a text message, or use a hands-free mobile phone
device while driving a Vehicle).
Rollover The unit shall feature a roll over prevention system, where it  Add wording that this
Prevention is available in the country and there is a high risk of rollover requirement is from the
based on experience, or where the centre of gravity of the Control Framework
vehicle type increases rollover risk. e.g. VES (Vehicle E Professional Driver
stability System) as stated in Professional Driver Safety Safety manual.
Manual
Rollover The tank top is to be fitted with roll over protection according  
Protection with the regulation of the country of operation. This may be in
(Tanker only) the form of coaming, additional rails or extrusion fitted to the
tank shell to protect valves, hatch equipment and tanker from
damage and subsequent product leakage in the event of a
rollover.
Rear Under-run Strengthened rear under-run protection bar where the ground
Protection clearance (height of the bottom of the under-run to ground
level) must normally not exceed 500 mm. However, the Separated the rear and
precise clearance will depend on local road and operating side under run protection
conditions requirements which were
Side Under-run Side under-run protection bars are predominately used to together in previous
Protection deflect other road users from going underneath the trailer version to clarify that only
wheels. The ground clearance (height of the bottom of the the rear under-run has to
under-run to ground level) must normally not exceed 500 meet a strengthened
mm. However, the precise clearance will depend on local design.
road and operating conditions
Front bumper Height from the underside of the front bumper to the road New item - not
height surface shall not exceed 440mm (18") additional structure retrospective, new
must be used if the gap is greater. Local legislation to be vehicles ordered after 1st
followed if a smaller gap is required. Jan 2012.
Applicable to all new vehicles ordered after 1st Jan 2012.
Wheels / Tyres Tyres shall be manufactured to the recognised international Add wording, not use
tyre standard: 'UN ECE Regulation 54 - Uniform Provisions retread/re-grooved tyres
Concerning the Approval of Pneumatic Tyres for Commercial on steer axles.
Vehicles and their Trailers', or Federal Motor Vehicles Safety
Specifications (FMVSS) Standard No 119.
Vehicle operated with tyres that have a minimum tread depth
of 2mm that covers the entire breadth and round the entire
circumference of the tyre.
Load, Temperature and speed rating identified on the tyre to
be applicable for the actual operating conditions.
Re-treaded or re-grooved tyres are not permitted on steering
axle.
Wheels / Tyres Wheel nuts to be fitted with off torque indicator that gives a Re-word the requirement
visual alert should a nut become loose or starts to rotate. to state the need for a
Areas with constant severe weather conditions (heavy snow visual alert, also proposal
and ice) are excluded from this requirement. to exclude mandatory use
in constant extreme
snow/ice environments.
Brakes Any vehicle registered new to have ABS fitted.  
Brakes A brake system consisting of service brake, secondary brake  Clarify that secondary
(engine/exhaust brake or retarder) and parking brake must brake can be an
be fitted and capable of bringing a vehicle safely to a halt on engine/exhaust brake or
a dry, level paved surface at a minimum average retarder.
deceleration of 0.3g metres per second per second (or legally
specified minimum, whichever is the greater). A vehicle
meeting this requirement will, after allowing 0.75 seconds for
reaction time and activation delay, be capable of stopping
within the following distances:30kph 18m, 40kph 29m, 50kph
43m, 60kph 60m, 70kph 79m, 80kph 101m, 90kph 125m.
Written confirmation that the vehicle is compliant with this
braking requirement may be verified by the vehicle
manufacturer, approved vehicle tester or country roads
authority.
Brakes All braking systems to be fail-safe  

Brakes Disc or Drum brakes are required. Re-word as there are no

Where drum brakes are fitted they shall have automatic slack auto adjusters on disc
adjusters. brakes.
Brakes Asbestos lined brakes are not permitted  
Brakes Wheel chocks (on passenger side) to be installed on HGVs. If Reword allowing failsafe
supplied by OEM to be accessible in suitable mounting brake interlock to replace
brackets. wheel chocks.
If a failsafe brake interlock system is installed e.g. linked to
the driver’s door, then wheel chocks may be excluded unless
legislated.
Brakes When Heavy Goods Vehicles are being operated in  
mountainous/hilly terrain they shall be fitted with an
endurance braking system (retarder).
This requirement will need to be specified by the business
based on its area of operation over the life of the vehicle.
Spray Road-spray suppressors to be fitted on mudguards (unless  
Suppression not required due to weather conditions) compliant with British
Standard BS AU 200 or EC Directive 91/226 or equivalent
Cabin Steps & grabs for easy access for driver and passenger Add wording regarding
(wheel hub steps unacceptable) to access cabin access into the cabin
Bullbars HGVs' not to be fitted with a bull-bar or other protruding  
fitments unless a documented risk study justifies otherwise
Mirrors All truck/tractor shall be equipped with heavy-duty wide  Add wording to include
angled fully adjustable rear vision mirrors on both driver and look-down mirrors for
passenger sides of the vehicle. Cab-over vehicles
Passenger side shall also have a wide-range (convex) covering the front of the
mirror/s to give driver adequate vision of passenger side blind cabin
spots.
Convex mirrors fitted to ensure adequate vision of blind
spots, including in front of Cab-over vehicles.
Lighting Side lights on Trailer Units shall conform to local country Changed wording to
lighting regulations. account for countries
Where there is no legislation vehicles longer than 9.3m where there are no local
require a side light along each side approximately 1/3 of regulations?
overall length from the front of the truck.
Lighting All truck/tractor combinations shall be equipped with front and  
rear auxiliary driving or fog lights, as applicable to regulation
within country of operation.
Lighting All truck/tractor combinations shall be fitted with hazard  
warning lights
Lighting Vehicles are to be setup so that their "Headlights are ON"  
while driving during daylight hours unless prohibited by local
traffic regulations.
It is recommended for new vehicles to have daylights wired to
the ignition therefore not be reliant on the driver using the
manual light switch.
Lighting Two operational reversing lamps to be supplied and mounted  
at the rear end of the vehicle, one on the left side and one on
the right side.
Lighting In addition to standard rear lights all new registered tankers Highlight the fact this
(Tanker only) (post 2010) to be fitted with duplicate light sets mounted as refers to NEW registered
high as practical on the rear bulkhead/end dish (above centre trailers after January
line of tank) and within the Country legislation were specified. 2010.
The high lights are to be as close to maximum width as
possible.
(Duplicate High level brake lights fitted to the rear of tanker is
existing requirement)
Reversing HGVs fitted with an audible reversing alarm on the rear most  
Alarms point of the entire Vehicle combination.
Fire One 2 Kg or equivalent fire rated dry powder or CO2 fire  Add words that fire
Extinguishers extinguisher to be fitted within the cabin or the local country extinguisher may be
regulated requirement whichever is the more stringent. sized by its fire rating as
well as weight.
First Aid First aid equipment kit securely fitted in the cab of each  
vehicle.
It is good practice for first aid kit to be sealed with tamper-
proof seal or regular checks ensuring all contents are
present;
The contents of first aid kits may be stipulated by local
regulations. Where this is not the case, at least the following
must be carried:
􀂄 a card giving general first aid guidance, covering breathing
problems, unconsciousness, severe bleeding, suspected
broken bones, burns and scalds, eye problems, electric
shock, gassing;
􀂄 20 individually wrapped adhesive plasters of assorted
sizes;
􀂄 three sterile un-medicated dressings – one each of extra
large, large and medium size;
􀂄 one triangular bandage;
 􀂄 two safety pins;
􀂄 one pair of disposable vinyl gloves;
􀂄 one mouth-to-mouth resuscitator;
􀂄 one sterile eye pad and dressing
􀂄 one pair of scissors;
􀂄 one roll of adhesive tape;
􀂄 individually wrapped moist alcohol-free cleansing wipes.
Eyewash located in an easily accessible location is required
for transporting liquid petroleum products & gases.
Warning Devices Minimum of two readily accessible self standing warning  Add wording to ensure
devices securely mounted and retained within cabin e.g. local legislation is applied
reflective triangles. if additional devices are
If a Country's regulation is more stringent they shall be stipulated
followed.
Warning Devices All truck/tractor shall be equipped with a legally compliant  
horn
Engine All vehicles that have an engine power take off installed to  Added wording advising
drive a product pump or other equipment that will transfer this requirement is when
dangerous goods shall be fitted with an external engine cut- product transfer
off device located in a readily accessible location for the equipment is installed
driver or operator of the power take off.
Vehicle Speed Limiter - all truck/tractors shall be equipped with a Reword "Unless legally
Maximum Speed method to limit the maximum vehicle speed to the legal mandated, Speed limiters
speed limit or Company maximum speed limit within the are not required where
country whichever is the lower. This must be controlled so other efficient means of
that a driver cannot modify this setting. speed monitoring are
If speed limiter is not available then alternative means of available, E.G. IVMS with
monitoring vehicle speed must be in place e.g. IVMS speed reporting
functionality"
Pumping A pump intended for handling the road tank vehicles cargo  
Equipment shall be suitable for use with that cargo, and for the required
(Tanker only) pumping flow rates and pressures. A pumping system shall
be provided with an automatic means to ensure that the
design pressure of any component is not exceeded. Any
pump driven engine or electric motor shall be located as far
from the filling points as possible, and shall be protected
against attack of corrosive products. Provision shall be made
to prevent contact with hot parts. Emergency stops shall be
provided at the discharge side of the vehicle for easy
driver/operator access and clearly identified
Guarding of Power driven rotating machinery which operates while the  
auxiliary road tank vehicle is stationary and which, by reason of its
equipment location, constitutes a potential hazard to personnel shall be
guarded adequately e.g. pump drive belts, rotating coupling.
Visibility Be fitted with reflective high-visibility strips continuously along Added word clarifying
each side and rear of trailer or rigid body. visibility strips to be fitted
continuously along each
side and REAR of the
trailer or rigid body.
Equipment All stowage boxes are to be secured with secondary lock  
Stowage protection
Hoses (Tanker The tanker shall incorporate provision for the stowage and  
only) protection of transfer hoses during transit ensuring they are
securely stowed.
Interlocks Bottom loading tankers to be fitted with a system to prevent Add wording that includes
(Tanker only) driving away while connected to loading rack or during the discharging process.
discharge process (e.g. brake interlock) Intent is that the vehicle
cannot move when
loading or discharging
equipment are attached
to the tanker.
Overfill If an overfill protection system is fitted to a tanker the system  
Protection must be compatible with the loading facilities that it will be
(Tanker only) required to load.
Manholes Manholes (except in the case of potable water Tankers) shall  
(Tanker only) be designed to resist opening in the event of a rollover
Venting (Tanker Bulk Liquid Tankers shall be protected from overpressure by Added reference to
only) being fitted with at least one pressure relief valve or vent, "Industry standards" as
which may be fitted within a manhole. This is required for all some countries may not
tankers that transport liquid in closed compartments therefore have any standards.
preventing pressure building up due to temperature changes.
Excludes LPG vehicles that will comply with one of the
industry standards and any country regulations for
pressurised tankers.
Transport of Heating ducts shall be clearly labeled with maximum  
Bulk Heated operating temperatures and pressures. Each system shall be
Products protected by the installation of suitably sized pressure relief
valves. Burner Operation - Signs shall be provided to burner
equipment to indicate normal start up and shut down
procedures, restarting procedure after flame-failure shutdown
and minimum safe product level while using the burner. The
installation of burner fuels in cylinders or vessels shall ensure
safe operation and minimal exposure or risk to other road
users in its positioning on the tanker.
Working At Safety rails or a fall arrest system must be in place to prevent  
Heights (Tanker driver/person from falling when/if working on top of a tanker.
only) If no such system is fitted to the tanker then fixed or mobile
safety facilities must be utilised.
Flat Bed Cargo Appropriate fittings and flooring surface to accommodate the  
Decks securing of the cargo during the transport in accordance with
the regulations of the Country of operation.
Class of business to advise the securing requirement to suit
goods transported in line with load local restraint regulations.
Headboards a) A solid headboard or equivalent fitted to the Vehicle or  
Trailer to stop
loads, in combination with other load restraining devices,
from moving
forward when decelerating at 0.8G;
b) Trailers designed specifically to haul container only i.e. not
flatbed
Trailers, but Trailers with twist-locks do not require a
headboard.
Section 1.3: Trailer/Tanker
2011 Updated
Item Description
change
Rollover The unit shall feature a roll over prevention system, where it is  Add wording that this
Prevention. available in the country and there is a high risk of rollover based requirement is from
on experience, or where the centre of gravity of the vehicle type the Control Framework
increases rollover risk. e.g. VES (Vehicle E stability System) as Professional Driver
stated in Professional Driver Safety Manual Safety manual.
Rollover The tank top is to be fitted with roll over protection according  
Protection with the regulation of the country of operation. This may be in
(Tanker only) the form of coaming, additional rails or extrusion fitted to the tank
shell to protect valves, hatch equipment and tanker from
damage and subsequent product leakage in the event of a
rollover.
Rear Under-run Strengthened rear under-run protection bar where the ground Separated the rear
Protection clearance (height of the bottom of the under-run to ground level) and side under run
must normally not exceed 500 mm. However, the precise protection
clearance will depend on local road and operating conditions requirements which
Side Under-run Side under-run protection bars are predominately used to deflect were together in
Protection other road users from going underneath the trailer wheels. The previous version to
ground clearance (height of the bottom of the under-run to clarify that only the
ground level) must normally not exceed 500 mm. However, the rear under-run has to
precise clearance will depend on local road and operating meet a strengthened
conditions design.
Wheels / Tyres Tyres shall be manufactured to the recognised international tyre Added wording Do not
standard: 'UN ECE Regulation 54 - Uniform Provisions use retread/re-grooved
Concerning the Approval of Pneumatic Tyres for Commercial tyres on steer axles.
Vehicles and their Trailers', or Federal Motor Vehicles Safety
Specifications (FMVSS) Standard No 119.
Vehicle operated with tyres that have a minimum tread depth of
2mm that covers the entire breadth and round the entire
circumference of the tyre.
Load, Temperature and speed rating identified on the tyre to be
applicable for the actual operating conditions.
Do not use retread/re-grooved tyres on steer axles.
Wheels / Tyres Wheel nuts to be fitted with off torque indicator that gives a Re-word the
visual alert should a nut become loose or starts to rotate. Areas requirement to state
with constant severe weather conditions (heavy snow and ice) the need for a visual
are excluded from this requirement. alert, also proposal to
exclude mandatory
use in constant
extreme snow/ice
environments.
Brakes Any trailer registered new to have ABS fitted.  
Brakes A brake system consisting of service brake, secondary brake  
and parking brake must be fitted and capable of bringing a
vehicle safely to a halt on a dry, level paved surface at a
minimum average deceleration of 0.3g metres per second per
second (or legally specified minimum, whichever is the greater).
A vehicle meeting this requirement will, after allowing 0.75
seconds for reaction time and activation delay, be capable of
stopping within the following distances: 30kph 18m, 40kph 29m,
50kph 43m, 60kph 60m, 70kph 79m, 80kph 101m, 90kph 125m.
Written confirmation that the vehicle is compliant with this
braking requirement may be verified by the vehicle
manufacturer, approved vehicle tester or country roads authority.
Brakes All braking systems to be fail-safe  
Brakes Disc or Drum brakes are required. Re-word as there are
Where drum brakes are fitted they shall have automatic slack no auto adjusters on
adjusters. disc brakes.
Brakes Asbestos lined brakes are not permitted  
Spray Road-spray suppressors to be fitted on mudguards (unless not  
Suppression required due to weather conditions) compliant with British
Standard BS AU 200 or EC Directive 91/226 or equivalent
Lighting Side lights on Trailer Units shall conform to local country lighting Changed wording to
regulations. account for side lights
Where there is no legislation vehicles longer than 9.3m require a in countries where
side light along each side approximately 1/3 of overall length there are no local
from the front of the truck. regulations?
Lighting Equipped with rear fog lights, as applicable to regulation within  
country of operation
Lighting All trailers shall be fitted with hazard warning lights  

Lighting Two operational reversing lamps to be supplied and mounted at  

the rear end of the vehicle, one on the left side and one on the
right side.
Lighting In addition to standard rear lights all new registered tankers Highlight the fact this
(Tanker only) (post 2010) to be fitted with duplicate light sets mounted as high refers to NEW
as practical on the rear bulkhead/end dish (above centre line of registered trailers after
tank) and complying with the Country legislation where specified. January 2010.
The high lights are to be as close to maximum width as possible.
(Duplicate High level brake lights fitted to the rear of tanker is
existing requirement)
Reversing Reversing Alarms shall be fitted with an audible alarm, on the  
Alarms rear most point of the entire Vehicle combination.
Pumping A pump intended for handling the road tank vehicles cargo shall
Equipment be suitable for use with that cargo, and for the required pumping
flow rates and pressures. A pumping system shall be provided
with an automatic means to ensure that the design pressure of
any component is not exceeded. Any pump driven engine or
electric motor shall be located as far from the filling points as
possible, and shall be protected against attack of corrosive
products. Provision shall be made to prevent contact with hot
parts. Emergency stops shall be provided at the discharge side
of the vehicle for easy driver/operator access and clearly
identified
Guarding of Power driven rotating machinery which operates while the road
auxiliary tank vehicle is stationary and which, by reason of its location,
equipment constitutes a potential hazard to personnel shall be guarded
adequately e.g. pump drive belts, rotating coupling.
Visibility Be fitted with reflective high-visibility strips continuously along Added word clarifying
each side and rear of trailer or rigid body. visibility strips to be
fitted continuously
along each side and
REAR of the trailer or
rigid body.
Equipment All stowage boxes are to be secured with secondary lock  
Stowage protection
Hoses The tanker shall incorporate provision for the stowage and
protection of transfer hoses during transit ensuring they are
securely stowed.
Interlocks Bottom loading tankers to be fitted with a system to prevent Add wording to include
(Tanker only) driving away while connected to loading rack or during discharge the discharge process.
process (e.g. brake interlock) Intent is that the
vehicle cannot move
when loading or
discharging equipment
 is attached to the
tanker.
Overfill If an overfill protection system is fitted to a tanker it must be  
Protection compatible with loading facilities that it will be required to load.
(Tanker only)
Manholes Manholes (except in the case of potable water Tankers) shall be  
(Tanker only) designed to resist opening in the event of a rollover
Venting Bulk Liquid Tankers shall be protected from overpressure by Added reference to
(Tanker only) being fitted with at least one pressure relief valve or vent, which "Industry standards" as
may be fitted within a manhole. This is required for all tankers some countries may
that transport liquid in closed compartments therefore preventing not have any
pressure building up due to temperature changes. standards.
Excludes LPG vehicles that will comply with one of the industry
standards and any country regulations for pressurised tankers.
Transport of Heating ducts shall be clearly labeled with maximum operating  
Bulk Heated temperatures and pressures. Each system shall be protected by
Products the installation of suitably sized pressure relief valves. Burner
(Tanker only) Operation - Signs shall be provided to burner equipment to
indicate normal start up and shut down procedures, restarting
procedure after flame-failure shutdown and minimum safe
product level while using the burner. The installation of burner
fuels in cylinders or vessels shall ensure safe operation and
minimal exposure or risk to other road users in its positioning on
the tanker.
Working At Safety rails or a fall arrest system must be in place to prevent  
Heights driver/person from falling when/if working on top of a tanker. If
(Tanker only) no such system is fitted to the tanker then fixed or mobile safety
facilities must be utilised.
Flat Bed Cargo Appropriate fittings and flooring surface to accommodate the  
Decks securing of the cargo during the transport in accordance with the
regulations of the Country of operation.
Class of business to advise the securing requirement to suit
goods transported in line with local load restraint regulations.
Headboards a) A solid headboard or equivalent fitted to the Vehicle or Trailer  
to stop
loads, in combination with other load restraining devices, from
moving
forward when decelerating at 0.8G;
b) Trailers designed specifically to haul container only i.e. not
flatbed
Trailers, but Trailers with twist-locks do not require a headboard.

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Section 1.4: The following additional requirements are applicable for vehicles
transporting Hazardous (Dangerous) goods.
Static Electricity For all vehicles Operating in Zone 1 area. The bonding system  
(DG) (Tanker shall be compatible with loading rack facilities.
only)
The purchasing company will specify the requirement based on the
type of gantry the vehicle will be loading at.
Electrical Electrical requirements applicable to Dangerous Good HGVs:-  Add the reference to light
System (DG) - Batteries shall be securely mounted inside a manufactured housing and clear
battery box. labelling of operation of
- Vehicles operating in zone 1 hazardous area must have vapour- battery isolation switch
proof electrics, which includes light housing.
- An external accessible battery isolation switch with clear labelling
shall be provided which interrupts all truck/tractor and trailer
electrical circuits.
Emergency Explosion-proof/intrinsically safe flashlight required in vehicles  
Lighting (DG) transporting flammable products.
Engine (DG) Vehicles transporting flammable products to have an exhaust  
system adequately shielded from direct contact with fuel from
overfilled tanks and leaks
Emergency In the case of bulk liquid tankers, a spill kit capable of dealing with  
Equipment (DG) small spills, i.e. <10 litres.
(Tanker only)
Emergency Vehicles transporting flammable products shall comply with ADR
Equipment (DG) requirements for fire extinguishers or meet local regulations
whichever is most stringent. They should be mounted in easy
access within a weatherproof container.

Foot valves (DG) Dangerous goods fuel tankers to have product tanks/compartments  Added word “safety” to
(Tanker only) with an internal safety valve to prevent product leakage if an describe internal valve
external outlet valve is damaged.

Venting (DG) Tankers transporting dangerous goods all vents shall be fitted with  
(Tanker only) suitable flame/spark arrestor, is worded in ADR as "vacuum valves
shall prevent the immediate passage of flame into tank" (item
6.8.2.2.3). So if your tanker has a vacuum vent and it transports
flammable product then it needs to comply.

ADR 2007 fire extinguisher requirement states the following provisions apply to transport units carrying dangerous goods
other than those referred to in ADR section 8.1.4.2:

(a) Every transport unit shall be equipped with at least one portable fire extinguisher for the inflammability classes 1 A, B
and C, with a minimum capacity of 2 kg dry powder (or an equivalent capacity for any other suitable extinguishing
agent) suitable for fighting a fire in the engine or cab of the transport unit;
(b) Additional equipment is required as follows:
a. for transport units with a maximum permissible mass of more than 7.5 tonnes, one or more portable fire
extinguishers for the inflammability classes 1 A, B and C, with a minimum total capacity of 12 kg dry powder (or
an equivalent capacity for any other suitable extinguishing agent), of which at least one shall have a minimum
capacity of 6 kg;
b. for transport units with a maximum permissible mass of more than 3.5 tonnes up to and including 7.5 tonnes, one
or more portable fire extinguishers for the inflammability classes 1 A, B and C, with a minimum total capacity of 8
kg dry powder (or an equivalent capacity for any other suitable extinguishing agent), of which at least one shall
have a minimum capacity of 6 kg;
c. for transport units with a maximum permissible mass of up to and including 3.5 tonnes, one or more portable fire
extinguishers for the inflammability classes 1 A, B and C with a minimum total capacity of 4 kg dry powder (or an
equivalent capacity for any other suitable extinguishing agent);
(c) The capacity of the fire extinguisher(s) required under (a) may be deducted from the minimum total capacity of
the extinguishers required under (b).