Brigade's DVS kits help to streamline the process of ensuring vehicles are correctly fitted to the required standard and that a permit can be issued successfully without delay.
We have two versions of the kit- one for Articulated vehicles and one for Rigid vehicles. This kit includes VBV-770M-M 7″ monitor, side camera, turn indicator activation module, sidescan system, low speed trigger module, latched cut-out switch, external speaking “Warning” alarm and ‘Blind Spot Take Care’ DVS sticker.
The Direct Vision Standard came into force in October 2020. It requires all goods vehicles weighing more than 12 tonnes to possess a permit to drive in Greater London. Permits are issued based on a vehicle’s star rating.
We would recommend that installation is done professionally, please contact 03717 11 11 11.
Included in the kit:
"Select range 7” digital LCD monitor
Select range flush mount side-view camera
Select camera 5 metre cable
Cornerscan® sensor system with mute function
Turn indication trigger
Low speed trigger module
Left side-turn external warning alarm
Latched cut-out switch for speaking alarm
‘Blind spot take care’ vehicle sticker"
1 year warranty included
The location if each camera and sensor can be found in the attached file along with other recommended camera monitor systems, backup and reverse warning alarms and sensors.
FAQs
What is Direct vision standard?
The Direct Vision Standard (DVS) is the first legislation of its kind. From 26th October 2020, all goods vehicles over 12 tonnes will require a permit to drive into Greater London, including vehicles from outside of the UK, if their vehicle falls short of the required Direct Vision Standard (DVS) star rating.
Enforced by Transport for London (TfL), the legislation is based on a ‘star rating’ indicating how much a driver can see from the cab in relation to other road users.
The vehicle manufacturer will issue a star rating for your vehicle. This rating (0-5) is based on how the vehicle left the production line and will not take into account any aftermarket safety systems that have been fitted.
HGVs that do not meet the minimum requirement of 1 star need to comply with the Safe System which requires the installation of extra devices for indirect vision (similar to FORS & CLOCS specifications) to alert drivers to vulnerable road users who are in a vehicle’s blind spot. Complying with the Safe System will not alter the vehicle’s star rating but will permit you to drive into Greater London.
For more information, please visit: https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/deliveries-in-london/delivering-safely/direct-vision-in-heavy-goods-vehicles#:~:text=The%20Direct%20Vision%20Standard%20(DVS,Penalty%20Charge%20Notice%20(PCN).
What devices are required to comply with DVS?
The following devices are required to comply with DVS:
-Class V mirror fitted to the nearside of the vehicle
-Class VI mirror fitted to the front of the vehicle
-Side under-run protection fitted to both sides of the vehicle except where this is impractical or proves to be impossible. See TfL website for exemptions.
-External pictorial stickers and markings shall we displayed on vehicles to warn vulnerable road users of the hazards around the vehicle
-A sensor system that alerts the driver to the presence of a vulnerable road user fitted to the nearside of the vehicle
-Audible vehicle manoeuvring warning to warn vulnerable road users when a vehicle is turning left
-A fully operational camera monitoring system fitted to the nearside of the vehicle
What is the difference between FORS and DVS standard?
Four years ago, Transport for London (TfL) announced the introduction of Direct Vision Standard (DVS), which came into effect on 26th October 2020. If you are a business with HGVs over 12 tonnes operating in (or travelling into) Greater London, you will have a responsibility to hold a safety permit to help reduce the risk of serious injury or death to pedestrians and cyclists in the capital. This permit is based on how much the driver can see from the cab.
FORS is a voluntary accreditation scheme that aims to raise the level of quality within fleet operations. To qualify for FORS accreditation, fleet operators must meet the minimum standards of fuel efficiency, fuel safety, vehicle emissions and improved operations. By doing this, FORS aims to encourage and incentivise the safest and most sustainable approaches, so that fleet operators can be safer, smarter and greener in their commercial operations.
Further differences are highlighted in the below table:
Which level of FORS offers the same as the DVS requirement?
FORS Silver is the equivalent and more of DVS. FORS Bronze does not for vehicles operating in Greater London only. FORS Silver is a higher spec than DVS
How do I find out what my vehicle's star rating is?
You can find out https://tfl.gov.uk/info-for/deliveries-in-london/delivering-safely/direct-vision-in-heavy-goods-vehicles/dvs-star-ratings-and-safe-system
