indicator) means the projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degree of wear of the tread. To help locate these on a tyre, inspectors should look for a ‘’ or ‘TWI’ mark on the outer edge of the tyre side wall (most tyres have these marks). Tube means an inflatable elastic liner, in the form of a hollow ring fitted with an inflation valve assembly, designed for insertion into certain tyre assemblies to provide a cushion of air or gas, that, when
’. Directional tyre means a tyre with a tread pattern designed to operate in one direction only, and marked accordingly. Pneumatic tyre means a tyre that, when in use, is inflated by air or gas introduced from time to time under pressure so as to enclose under normal inflation a cushion of air or gas forming altogether at least half of the total area of an average cross-section of a tyre so inflated. Protective bel t, sometimes called a protective ply or breaker , means an optional layer
Reasons for rejection Mandatory requirement 1. A towbar fitted to a heavy vehicle does not have evidence of certification, ie: a) the towbar was fitted before the last CoF inspection, and after 1 January 1997, and no LANDATA record has been entered ( Note Before 1 January 1997 certification was required but for inspection purposes the LANDATA record need not be checked), or b) the towbar was fitted after the last CoF inspection and i. a valid LT400 form has not been presented, or ii. the
comprising one or more light sources designed to emit a flashing light or a revolving beam of light. Body means the part of the vehicle that is designed for the use and accommodation of the occupants or to hold any goods, and (for PSVs) includes all of the portion of the vehicle that is designed for the use and accommodation of the occupants and their luggage, and to hold any goods that may be carried. Body transfer vehicle means a motor vehicle that is used primarily for the
Reasons for rejection Mandatory requirement 1. A towbar fitted to a heavy vehicle does not have evidence of certification, ie: a) the towbar was fitted before the last CoF inspection, and after 1 January 1997, and no LANDATA record has been entered, Note Before 1 January 1997 certification was required but for inspection purposes the LANDATA record need not be checked or b) the towbar was fitted after the last CoF inspection and i. a valid LT400 form has not been presented, or ii. the
added. 6 Appointments Entire section rewritten and now includes new inspector types and classes they can inspect, and experience and qualification requirements. Please read carefully. 7 Definitions and abbreviations Definitions added for: Code of conduct Conflict of interest
certified to the Interim Heavy Vehicle Braking Specification then the vehicle inspector must refer to the details shown on the vehicle’s data sheet (form 4067A) issued at the time of certification. Summary of legislation Applicable legislation Land Transport Rule: Heavy-vehicle Brakes 2006 Heavy Motor Vehicle Regulations 1974, Reg. 16A Interim Heavy Vehicle Braking Specification (6 December 1988) . Mandatory equipment Service brake 1. Refer to Heavy trailers
to heavy vehicles, section 8-1 . Modification and certification (Note 1) 18. Refer to heavy vehicles, section 8-1 . Note 1 If there is reason to believe that the vehicle has been modified since it was certified to the Interim Heavy Vehicle Braking Specification then the vehicle inspector must refer to the details shown on the vehicle’s data sheet (form 4067A) issued at the time of certification. Summary of legislation Applicable legislation Land Transport Rule: Heavy
Exceptions to flagging of structural parts 1 Introduction This guide is designed to provide foundation material to assist vehicle inspectors in the requirements for inspecting imported used motor vehicles; and the identification, recording, and flagging of structural damage. The use of diagrams and photographs is used to support the written standards listed in the guide and illustrates: structural areas of unibody and body-over-frame vehicles energy management paths examples of the types of
a score is derived. Certifier Means a vehicle inspector and/or inspecting organisation, depending on the context, and includes a specialist certifier. Computer system Means the system where the certifier enters certification . Controlled document Means a document you must use and complete as part of your inspection and certification work, such as WoF labels, checksheets, certification plates or certificates. Description Means the performance description
