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FLEET TRAK FORS PACKAGES
The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) promotes and rewards the safe and environmentally friendly operation of commercial vehicles. Catering to a wide range of vehicles from car-derived vans to heavy goods vehicles, FORS aims to help all fleet operators achieve and sustain optimal levels of productivity and efficiency while minimizing their impact on society and the environment. By fostering continuous improvement in operational standards, FORS sets a high standard, advocates for best practices, and provides a recognisable certification through independent audits, staff training, and support resources. Today, FORS is widely recognized as the premier accreditation scheme by fleet operators, their clients, and regulatory agencies alike.
Fleet Trak offers Vehicle Safety Equipment suitable for all vehicle types, facilitating compliance with the requirements of both FORS Silver and FORS Gold accreditation levels.
The Direct Vision Standard (DVS) and Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Safety Permit initiative necessitates that operators of trucks weighing over 12 tonnes gross vehicle weight secure a safety permit prior to entering and operating within much of Greater London. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN). Since 2020, a minimum 1-star rating has been mandated, but starting from October 27th, 2024, this requirement will increase to a 3-star rating. Vehicles failing to meet this 3-star rating must install a Progressive Safe System to continue operating in London.
Direct Vision Standard 2024 Progressive Safe System – What is required?
Camera Monitoring System (CMS) – Must eliminate any remaining blind spots
Blind Spot Information System (BSIS)
Moving Off Information System (MOIS)
Audio Warnings – Must not false alarm to non-moving objects e.g. roadside furniture
Fault alerts to driver – Must alert the driver if the system is not working
Fleet Trak can provide the above in form of AI Cameras or Radar Sensors
Fleet Trak Radar PSS Kit
Fleet Trak AI Camera PSS Kit
FREQUENTLY ASKED DVS QUESTIONS
Please find below a short selection of answers to the most popular customer questions.
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Transport for London (TFL) brought in the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) in October 2019 to make London safer for both pedestrians and cyclists. From October 1 st 2020, all HGVs over 12 tonnes must have a safety permit to enter or operate in Greater London. However, in order to receive the permit, hauliers must take steps to ensure their vehicles are correctly equipped to operate in the busy streets of London.
From October 26 th 2020 – All 0 star rated HGVs over 12 tonnes will need a ‘Safe System’ in place or they won’t be able to operate
From October 26 th 2024 – All HGVs rated 0 to 2 stars will be banned from entering Greater London without a ‘Progressive Safe System’
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Each vehicle type / model per manufacturer will have a star system. Using the VIN number of the vehicle, you can enquire about the star rating to your vehicle manufacturer. The DVS rates HGVs from 0 (lowest) to 5 (highest), based on how much a HGV driver can see through their cab windows.
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To achieve the ‘Safe System’ status, all zero star rated vehicles need to install the following equipment by October 26th 2020 as a minimum:
- Class V and VI cameras or mirrors should be fitted to the nearside and front of the vehicle.
- Audible left turn alerts
- Side-underrun protection on both sides of the vehicle
- Close proximity sensors and driver alerts
- Nearside fully operational camera monitoring camera system
- External warning stickers
For fleet operators who currently have one or two star rated vehicles, the ‘Progressive Safe System’ will be reviewed in 2022. In the meantime, Fleet Trak can help with packages that enhance the safety of these vehicles and can provide additional equipment that will help prevent accidents occurring.
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All zero star-rated HGVs will be banned or restricted from London roads in October 2020 unless they have a Safe System in place. Fines of up to £550 will be issued to operators of any HGV entering without a safety permit.
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Fleet Trak’s DVS packages are a cost-effective way to achieve the Direct Vision Standard. All equipment needed to obtain a safety permit can be purchased and installed by Fleet Trak.
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You can apply for permit now by clicking here.
However, the deadline of 26th October 2020 still stands for any HGV vehicle zero star rated so you must have the safety equipment installed by this date. Don’t leave things to the last minute, call us now 01233 626590.
