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Installation service that ensures Direct Vision Standard compliance for fleet managers and vehicle safety providers just like you. From AI to radar Progressive Safe Systems (PSS), we efficiently manage your project, saving you time. Contact us today for reliable DVS installations.
Direct Vision Standard Requirements Are Changing
In October 2024, the new Progressive Safe System replaced the previous Safe System and is now fully in effect. Through conversations with our customers, we’ve found that they may:
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We aim is to simplify the process of Direct Vision standard installations. By collaborating with us, you can rest assured that our team will offer you dependable and efficient installation services that will assist you in obtaining your HGV safety permits helping you save time and money.
What Is The Direct Vision Standard?
The Direct Vision Standard (DVS) measures how much a driver can see directly through their vehicle’s cab windows. This visibility is crucial in assessing the potential risk to vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians and cyclists. Each vehicle is given a star rating from zero (limited direct vision) to five (excellent direct vision). The star rating is based on the vehicle’s design and is fixed at the point of manufacture.
Who Is Affected?
If you operate HGVs over 12 tonnes GVW that operate or travel through most of Greater London, it is important to be aware of the Direct Vision Standard (DVS) and HGV Safety Permit Scheme requirements. We could also see similar schemes like this one applicable to other UK cities in the future.
Operators whose vehicles do not meet the new minimum DVS star rating (3 stars) must now ensure that their vehicles are fitted with the latest safety measures in line with the new Progressive Safe System in order to obtain a valid HGV Safety Permit.
What Is The Progressive Safe System?
The Progressive Safe System (PSS) is the updated safety equipment standard introduced in October 2024 for HGVs that do not meet the minimum three-star DVS rating. It includes a combination of cameras, sensors, audible warnings, mirrors or equivalent systems, signage, and physical protections designed to improve driver visibility and reduce the risk to vulnerable road users. The modelling used by Transport For London to develop the DVS has since been adopted by the European Union, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) and other international bodies.
What Vehicles Are Affected?
Progressive Safe System is required for all zero, one and two star rated vehicles operating in London.
Progressive Safe System Requirements For 2024
Starting October 2024, the HGV safety permit’s existing Direct Vision Standard Safe system will be replaced by the Progressive Safe System.
Camera Monitoring System
A fully operational camera monitoring system must be fitted to the nearside of the vehicle, to completely eliminate the remaining blind spot at the nearside
Class V and Class VI mirrors
Class V and VI mirrors, or a camera monitoring system that replaces the mirrors, or a combination of both, must be fitted to the front and nearside of the vehicle. These should be fitted in compliance with UNECE Regulation 46
Blind Spot Information System
A blind spot information system, with active sensors that gives adequate warning to the driver of the presence of a vulnerable road user, must be fitted to the nearside of the vehicle in accordance with the technical specifications for the PSS. A vehicle that demonstrably complies with UNECE Regulation 151 will meet this requirement
Moving-off Information System
A moving-off information system must be fitted to the front of the vehicle to warn the driver of the presence of a vulnerable road user, in accordance with the technical specifications for the PSS. A vehicle that demonstrably complies with UNECE Regulation 159 will meet this requirement
Side underrun Protection
Side under-run protection must be fitted to both sides of the vehicle, except where this is demonstrably impractical. This equipment must be fitted in compliance with UNECE Regulation 73 on lateral protection devices
Audible Vehicle Manoeuvering warning
An audible vehicle manoeuvring warning must be fitted to provide an adequate audible warning to vulnerable road users when a vehicle is turning left
External pictorial stickers and markings
External pictorial stickers and markings must be displayed on vehicles to provide adequate visual warning to vulnerable road users of the hazards present around the vehicle
Key Differences Between The Legacy DVS Safe System and new Progressive Safe System
| Old Specification | New Specification |
| Fully operational camera monitoring system on nearside for blind spot | Fully operational camera monitoring system on nearside to eliminate blind spot |
| Class V mirror on nearside, Class VI mirror on front | Class V and VI mirrors, or camera monitoring system, or combination for front and nearside |
| Sensor system alerting driver to vulnerable road users on nearside | Blind spot information system with active sensors on nearside, compliant with UNECE Regulation 151 |
| Not specified | Moving off information system to warn driver of vulnerable road users, compliant with UNECE Regulation 159 |
| Side under-run protection on both sides (unless impractical) | Side under-run protection on both sides, compliant with UNECE Regulation 73 |
| External pictorial stickers and markings for visual warning | External pictorial stickers and markings for visual warning to vulnerable road users |
If you have any questions or need support regarding Direct Vision Standard requirements, especially installation, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
DVS Star Rating
The Safety Permit Scheme uses a star rating system of zero to five stars to rate visibility and safety of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs). As of October 28, 2024, the minimum safety rating for HGVs to receive a permit without a Progressive Safe System (PSS) has been raised to three stars. HGVs with a zero, one or two star rating must now install additional safety equipment to meet the updated safety requirements.
Progressive Safe system (PSS) Requirements
The update to the Direct vision standard places a greater emphasis on the operator’s responsibilities. It is up to you the operator to ensure that your vehicles are equipped with fully operational safety features such as blind spot and moving off information systems. Operators must also ensure that any camera equipment and associated data recording, storage, and use adhere to the General Data Protection Regulations. We are here to support you in meeting these responsibilities.
Getting Your Vehicle Star Rating
You can obtain your vehicle’s star rating by contacting your manufacturer or local service centre.
| Manufacturer | Website | DVS Enquiries |
| DAF Trucks | DAF DVS Rating | daf.trucks.ltd.uk.wvta@daftrucks.com |
| Scania | Scania Vehicle Star Rating | product.engineering@scania.com |
| Volvo Trucks | n/a | dvs@volvo.com |
| Mercedes-Benz Trucks | Mercedes Direct Vision Certificate | mbtrucks.product@daimler.com |
| MAN Truck & Bus UK | Contact Dealership | salesengineering@man.eu |
| Iveco | Support | productengineering@iveco.com |
| Renault Trucks | Contact Renault Trucks | DVS@renault-trucks.com |
| Dennis Eagle | https://www.dennis-eagle.com/ | contact.us@dennis-eagle.co.uk |
| Isuzu | https://www.isuzutruck.co.uk/ | info@isuzutruck.co.uk |
How we can support you
We pride ourselves on delivering vehicle technology installation solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. This is what you can expect from us:
DVS Support for Fleet & Transport Managers
We understand that as a transport manager, vehicles are constantly on the move, multiple depots and different models which makes installations complex. Using our easy installation plan, all you need to do is provide us with a list of your vehicles and contact details, and we will take care of the rest. Our dedicated team will ensure that your installations are completed with minimal disruption to your operations including an optional servicing program that includes swapping PSS kits into new vehicles, as well as addressing any removal, repair, or service issues.
DVS Support for Vehicle Safety Solution Suppliers & Resellers
With the 28th of October deadline now passed, we understand that many of your fleet customers have grace period extensions, with the next key date fast approaching on the 5th of May. Meanwhile, customers without grace period extensions or Progressive Safe Systems (PSS) in place are now receiving Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) and urgently require PSS system installations to continue operating without fines.
We Can Help
Coordinating these urgent installations, managing multiple contractors, and overseeing in-house engineers can be a challenging task. We’re here to assist as your dedicated DVS installations partner. Our goal is to ensure that your Progressive Safe System equipment is installed correctly into your customers’ vehicles. We reduce installation times, and expand your installation coverage, all while adhering to your installation guide and TFL specifications. With our support, you can remain the PSS technology provider that fleet operators trust to keep their vehicles compliant and operational.
Compliant Installations
As experienced vehicle technology installers, we don’t just fit equipment — we ensure every installation meets the technical standards required for compliance.
We follow Transport for London’s recommendations and guidance closely, including advice on camera positioning based on the vehicle’s blind spots and avoiding external projections that could pose a hazard to other road users.
Our team considers the context of each vehicle, such as appropriate mounting heights (often above two metres), and we adhere to the technical specifications for both Blind Spot Information Systems (BSIS) and Moving Off Information Systems (MOIS).
Our knowledge and attention to detail ensures your fleet is fully compliant and installations are carried out to the highest standard.
Key Dates To Remember
The most important date for fleet operators to remember is October 28th, 2024. Additional key dates may vary based on the fleet situation.
| Date | Details Of Event |
| 24 June 2024 | TfL started accepting applications under the new PSS requirements |
| 27 October 2024 | Until this date, the minimum DVS Star rating to operate in London is one star |
| 27 October 2024 | All old existing safety permits for HGVS rated 0,1 & 2 stars expired on 27th of October 2024 at midnight |
| 28 October 2024 | From the 28th of October 2024, the minimum DVS star rating to operate in London will be three stars |
| 2028 | Permits for HGVs accepted under the new PSS conditions will be valid till 28th of October 2030 at midnight. |
| 28 October 2030 | Permits for HGVs accepted under the new PSS conditions will be valid till 28th of October 2030 at midnight. |
| 28 October 2030 | Existing permits for HGVs with a three, four- or five-star rating will remain valid for the duration stated in the confirmation emails sent out by TFL. For these vehicles, a new safety permit will be granted automatically on application and will last until midnight on 28 October 2030. |
Achieve Compliance in 3 Easy Steps
- Check your vehicle’s direct vision standard rating here
- If the star rating is not available, then phone or email your vehicle manufacturer with the VIN number of your HGV.
- Your Vehicle manufacturer will advise the star rating
- If your HGV is three stars and above apply for your permit
- If your HGV is rated zero, one or two stars, you will need to fit the Progressive Safe System. This includes: Camera monitoring system (CMS), Class V and VI mirrors, A Blind Spot Information System, A Moving Off Information System (MOIS), Side under- run protection, Audible warnings, external warning signage.
- If the conditions in (2) apply to you, don’t wait any longer! Reach out to us for your installation needs
Frequently Asked Questions
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Full Direct Vision Standard Compliance Service
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DVS Equipment Installations
Whatever Safe System technology you wish to install across your fleet, our local engineers will make sure they are fitted to comply with all current legislation. Any equipment we install is thoroughly tested before we finish the job for your peace of mind.
DVS Equipment Maintenance
We offer a whole-life maintenance service for your DVS Safe System equipment. Should any of your technology be damage or detached from the vehicle, we will send a local engineer to resolve the matter. In addition, we can provide regular servicing to keep your technology operating at peak performance.
DVS Equipment Removal and Replacement
If vehicles in your fleet are being decommissioned, you can transfer the Safe System technology they have on board to another vehicle. We will remove any equipment for you and install it to your new fleet vehicle. If there isn’t another vehicle ready, we can store it in our secure facility until the time comes.
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