DVSA Clarification of Use of HIAB Loader Lorries Maximum Length and Weight
The DVSA has recently highlighted some confusion about the use of “HIAB” loader lorries regarding the length and maximum weight of these vehicles.
The DVSA has recently highlighted some confusion about the use of “HIAB” loader lorries regarding the length and maximum weight of these vehicles.
For the vast majority of bus and coach journeys the emergency doors are not used, but of course should there be an accident and passengers need to be evacuated from the vehicle quickly, ensuring that the emergency doors work could prove to be literally lifesaving for the passengers on the coach.
On 9th February 2023 the DVSA issued a “Daily Digest Bulletin” on the subject of seat belt buckle guards. A buckle guard is a component that is added to the standard seat belt equipment of a vehicle, in order to prevent the seat belt being released whilst the vehicle is in motion.
Following the recent flurry of strikes in the UK held by Royal Mail workers, the Department for Transport (DfT) has issued updated guidance on what to do should your replacement Driver Card not arrive within the stated timescales.