2017 amendments
1 November 2017 (WoF only)
VIRM: In-service certification amendment – effective 1 November 2017
Section | Change description |
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Introduction |
1-5 Inspection premises and equipment | - For clarity, IT system requirements added: To connect to our computer systems, you must operate Windows 7, 8.1 or 10 and run a web browser of Internet Explorer 11 (IE11) to connect. These are the only operating systems that are supported by the Transport Agency to ensure security to our systems.
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| General vehicles
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2-1 External projections | - Rear bumper removed from frontal impact requirements.
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| 3-1 Structure
| - Rear bumper removed from frontal impact requirements.
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| 5-1 Glazing
| - A V above the
 mark means toughened, VLT <70%. - Sample of a V above the mark added to Figure 5-1-1.
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| 9-1 Steering and suspension systems
| - Clarifies that a left hand drive vehicle cannot be operated in a transport service, rental service or otherwise for commercial purposes for hire or reward (with some exceptions).
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| 11-1 Exhaust system
| - Clarification around exhaust outlet positioning when the exhaust pipe does not extend beyond the rear of the vehicle.
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| 12-1 Light vehicle towbar and fifth wheel
| - Note added regarding safety chains for towbars with a removable ball mount.
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| Technical bulletins (general)
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| 13 Acceptable proof of overseas modification
| - Updated to include the new acceptable modifications from Australia and the United States.
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