After sustained campaigning by the BVRLA and other industry bodies, a call for evidence has been published by the Department for Transport that could see big changes in the heavy vehicle testing regime for Earned Recognition Operators. The regime is currently a voluntary scheme for operators that can demonstrate the highest standards of maintenance systems and low annual test failure rates.
The call for evidence is considering changes to the frequency of the tests and allowing Earned Recognition Operators to conduct their own tests on their vehicles.
For BVRLA members who are Earned Recognition Operators this could have huge benefits in terms of reducing the time vehicles are off the road.
The BVRLA is keen to hear from any members that can support the association with its response to this Call for evidence, if you would like to take part email [email protected].
Heavy vehicle testing review: call for evidence - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
