Don’t get caught out by London’s Direct Vision Standard!
London’s Direct Vision Standard to be enforced from 1st March 2021
In London, HGVs are disproportionately involved in fatalities with pedestrians and cyclists. So, a Direct Vision Standard (DVS) safety scheme is being introduced, and will be enforced from 1st March 2021. The aim of the scheme is to help improve road safety in the city, particularly with regard to HGV drivers’ visibility of vulnerable road users.
Introduction
The scheme will be enforced from 1st March 2021. All vehicles over 12 tonnes GVW either entering or operating in the zone will be affected, and will need to be either at least 1-star rated or comply with the scheme’s Safe System and have a Safety Permit in place.
Permits
Permits are free of charge. If your vehicle meets the minimum one-star rating, you will automatically be granted a Safety Permit BUT you still have to apply. You can apply via the TfL website.
Penalties and enforcement
The DVS zone will be enforced 7 days a week, 24 hours a day using Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras – both fixed and mobile. If you don’t follow the new rules, you could face a fine of £550 per day!
What you need to do
Find out what you need to do. Use the button below to download the DVS guide put together by our friends at Motormax.
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