Decision No. 03/2008/QD-BGTVT Issuing Regulations on Quality Safety Technical Inspection and Environmental Protection during Production, Assembly, Importation of Motorcycles and Three-Wheeled Motorized Vehicles for Persons with Disabilities

 

DECISION OF THE MINISTER OF TRANSPORTATION

Issuing Regulations on Quality and Technical Safety Inspection and Environmental Protection in the Production, Assembly, and Import of Motorcycles and Three-Wheel Vehicles for Persons with Disabilities environment in the production, assembly, import of motorcycles,

three-wheeled vehicles for disabled persons

(as of 2008 by the Minister of Transport)

 

MINISTER OF TRANSPORT

Pursuant to the Road Traffic Law dated June 29, 2001;

Pursuant to the Government Decree No. 179/2004/NĐ-CP dated October 21, 2004 on State Management of Product and Goods Quality;

Pursuant to the Government Decree No. 34/2003/NĐ-CP dated April 4, 2003 on the Functions, Tasks, Authorities, and Organizational Structure of the Ministry of Transportation;

At the proposal of the Director of the Department of Science and Technology and the Director of the Vietnam Vehicle Inspection Agency,

DECISION:

Article 1. Issued together with this Decision are the "Regulations on Quality and Technical Safety Inspection and Environmental Protection in the Production, Assembly, and Import of Motorcycles and Three-Wheel Vehicles for Persons with Disabilities".

Article 2. This Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Article 3. The Heads of the Office of the Ministry, the Inspectorate of the Ministry, the Directors of Departments, the Directors of the Vietnam Highway Administration, the Directors of the Vietnam Vehicle Inspection Agency, the Directors of Provincial Departments of Transport (Public Works), the Heads of relevant agencies, organizations, and individuals are responsible for implementing this Decision./.

 

REGULATIONS

ON QUALITY AND TECHNICAL SAFETY INSPECTION

AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION IN THE PRODUCTION, ASSEMBLING, IMPORTING

MOTORCYCLES AND THREE-WHEEL VEHICLES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
(Issued together with Decision No. 03/2008/QĐ-BGTVT dated February 22, 2008 of the Minister of Transportation)

năm 2008 của Bộ trưởng Bộ Giao thông vận tải)

PART I

GENERAL PROVISIONS

Article 1. Scope of regulation, applicable subjects

These regulations stipulate quality and technical safety inspection and environmental protection requirements for the production, assembly, and import of motorcycles and three-wheel vehicles for persons with disabilities directly operated by such persons.

These regulations apply to production facilities, assemblers, importers, and related agencies and organizations involved in testing, inspecting, and certifying the quality and technical safety and environmental protection of motorcycles and three-wheel vehicles for persons with disabilities (hereinafter referred to as vehicles).

These regulations do not apply to:

a) Vehicles that were in use before January 1, 2008, as specified in the Regulations issued together with Decision No. 62/2007/QĐ-BGTVT dated December 28, 2007 of the Minister of Transportation;

b) Vehicles produced, assembled, and imported for national defense and security purposes.

Article 2. Definitions

In these regulations, the following terms are understood as follows:

1. Unloaded vehicle refers to a vehicle in a state ready for operation and includes the following equipment:

a) Fuel: fuel tank filled to at least 90% of its capacity according to the manufacturer's specifications;

b) Additional accessories provided by the manufacturer necessary for normal operation of the vehicle (tool kit, mounting brackets, windscreen, protective devices, etc.);

2. Fully loaded vehicle refers to a vehicle in its maximum operational weight condition as published by the manufacturer and determined according to Standard TCVN 7363:2003.

3. Production facility refers to a business entity producing, assembling motorcycles, motorcycle parts, and components that meet current technical and material conditions.

Chapter II

PROVISIONS ON INSPECTION

Article 3. Technical requirements for inspection

1. General Requirements

a) The vehicle may be equipped with either a thermal engine or an electric motor. If it is a thermal engine, its displacement must not exceed 125 cm³.³.

b) The wheels must be symmetrical to each other along the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle.

c) The largest dimensions of the vehicle must not exceed the following limits: length 2.5 m, width 1.2 m, height 1.4 m (see Appendix A).

d) The ratio of the weight distributed on the steering axle to the total weight of the vehicle in both unloaded and fully loaded states must not be less than 18%.

đ) The maximum climbing ability of the vehicle must not be less than 7% (equivalent to 12%).⁰ e) The static lateral stability angle of the vehicle in the unloaded state must not be less than 25°.

g) There must be no fuel or lubricant leakage from joints of assemblies and systems installed on the vehicle such as: engine, clutch, transmission, drive system, fuel tank, carburetor, fuel supply system.⁰.

h) Parts that can come into contact with the driver and surrounding people must not be sharp or have sharp edges. Protruding parts of the vehicle must comply with the requirements set forth in Standard TCVN 6999:2002.

i) Screw joints after assembly must be tightened properly. The torque for screw joints of important components must follow the technical documentation specific to each type of vehicle as provided by the manufacturer.

k) The vehicle must have a marking indicating that it is for use by persons with disabilities placed in a position easily recognizable (see Appendix B).

2. Control System

a) The control mechanism for operating the vehicle must be suitable for the movement capabilities of the person with disabilities driving it; other control mechanisms must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 5929:2005 or corresponding national technical standards.

b) The control mechanisms for operating the vehicle must be securely installed and easy to operate.

3. Engine and Power Transmission System

a) The engine and power transmission system of the vehicle must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 5929:2005 or corresponding national technical standards.

b) Exhaust pipe:

- The exhaust outlet must be designed so that the exhaust flow does not directly affect other road users.

- The exhaust pipe must be arranged so that the vehicle and luggage cannot catch fire from the exhaust pipe and emissions; it must not affect the braking system's function, nor interfere with the electrical system and fuel system.

4. Wheels and Tires

a) Wheel rims must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 7234:2003 or TCVN 6443:1998 or corresponding national technical standards.

b) Tires must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 5721-2:2002 or TCVN 6771:2001 or corresponding national technical standards.

5. Braking System

a) The control mechanism for the braking system must be suitable for the movement capabilities of the person with disabilities driving the vehicle.

b) The braking system of the vehicle must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 5929:2005 or corresponding national technical standards.

c) Braking effectiveness when tested on the road

c) Braking efficiency when tested on the road

- Braking test conditions: The vehicle must be unloaded and equipped with necessary devices for braking tests; driver's weight at 75 kg; the test road surface must be flat, dry concrete or asphalt.

- Braking effectiveness: For vehicles with engine displacement less than 50 cm³ or maximum speed under 50 km/h: the braking distance must not exceed 4 meters when braking at 20 km/h. For vehicles with engine displacement of 50 cm³³ or higher or maximum speed of 50 km/h or higher: the braking distance must not exceed 7.5 meters when braking at 30 km/h.³ - Parking brake system: The parking brake system must have the ability to hold a fully loaded vehicle on an incline of 7%

d) Braking effectiveness during testing on a test track⁰ e) The static lateral stability angle of the vehicle in the unloaded state must not be less than 25°.

Testing braking on a test track applies to vehicles coming off the production line.

- The total braking force of the main braking system during braking must not be less than 50% of the vehicle's weight when being inspected (including the driver).

The difference in braking force between the left and right wheels on the same axle must not exceed 24%.

The braking force difference is calculated as follows:

Braking force difference

Where P

is the braking force of two wheels on the same axle and P_LkWp, kW_{N |||} > P_L - The total braking force of the parking brake system must not be less than 20% of the vehicle's weight when being inspected (including the driver)._{N |||}

6. Lighting, signaling, and steering systems

The lighting, signaling, and steering systems of the vehicle must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 5929: 2005 or corresponding national technical regulations for motorcycles and motorbikes.

7. Rearview mirrors

a) Vehicles with engine displacement less than 50 cm³

and maximum speed under 50 km/h: must have at least one rearview mirror on the left side of the driver. Vehicles with engine displacement of 50 cm³³ or higher or maximum speed of 50 km/h or higher must have two rearview mirrors on the left and right sides of the driver.³ b) Rearview mirrors must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 6770: 2001 (excluding requirements for installing rearview mirrors on vehicles).

c) Rearview mirrors must be securely installed. The driver can easily adjust them from the driving position and must clearly see images behind the vehicle at a minimum distance of 50 meters to the right and left.

8. Speedometer

The speedometer of the vehicle must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 5929: 2005 or corresponding national technical regulations for motorcycles and motorbikes.

9. Seating and luggage rack

a) Additional seating for one passenger may be arranged.

b) Seat cushions must be securely installed.

c) Luggage racks must be designed and securely installed.

d) The vehicle may be equipped with a mechanism to secure crutches or wheelchairs. This mechanism must securely fix crutches or wheelchairs.

đ) The maximum allowable luggage weight according to design must not exceed 10 kg (excluding the weight of crutches or wheelchairs).

e) The vehicle does not have a cargo compartment or passenger cabin.

10. Fuel system

The fuel system of the vehicle must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 5929: 2005 or corresponding national technical regulations for motorcycles and motorbikes.

11. Vehicle frame and body

a) The vehicle frame must ensure rigidity, durability, and convenience for assembly of other components.

b) The entire vehicle frame must be coated with rust-resistant paint.

c) The vehicle body must be designed and securely installed.

12. Electrical system

a) Battery capacity for electric vehicles must ensure continuous operation for at least 40 km.

b) The electrical system of the vehicle must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 5929: 2005 or corresponding national technical regulations for motorcycles and motorbikes.

13. Environmental protection requirements

a) Exhaust emissions must comply with Vietnamese standards equivalent to Euro 2 or higher.

b) Maximum noise level allowed when stationary must meet the requirements specified in Standard TCVN 6436: 1998.

Inspection for manufactured and assembled vehicles

Article 4. Inspection for manufactured and assembled vehicles shall be carried out in accordance with Decision No. 58/2007/QĐ-BGTVT dated November 21, 2007 issued by the Minister of Transport regarding regulations on quality and technical safety inspection and environmental protection in the manufacture and assembly of motorcycles and motorbikes.

Inspection for imported vehicles

Article 5. Inspection for imported vehicles shall be carried out in accordance with Decision No. 57/2007/QĐ-BGTVT dated November 21, 2007 issued by the Minister of Transport regarding regulations on quality and technical safety inspection and environmental protection in the importation of motorcycles and motorbikes.

Responsibilities of manufacturing facilities

Chapter III

IMPLEMENTATION

Article 6. 1. Manufacturing facilities must be responsible for the origin, authenticity, and quality of products produced and assembled.

2. Comply with regulations on quality and technical safety inspection and environmental protection for manufactured and assembled vehicles.

3. In cases of mass production, manufacturing facilities may only produce and assemble subsequent products after obtaining type approval certificates and ensuring these products comply with registered files and tested prototypes.

Responsibilities of organizations and individuals importing vehicles

Article 7. 1. Be responsible for the accuracy and honesty of documents provided to the Quality Inspection Authority.

2. Present the original condition of the vehicle for the Quality Inspection Authority to conduct inspections.

3. Comply with regulations on quality and technical safety inspection and environmental protection for imported vehicles.

1. Implement this regulation; guide manufacturing facilities, organizations, and individuals importing vehicles to ensure quality and technical safety requirements and environmental protection for manufactured, assembled, and imported vehicles;

Article 8. Responsibilities of the Vietnam Motor Vehicle Inspection Agency

2. Compile inspection results of vehicles to report to the Ministry of Transport./.

2. Compile the results of the vehicle quality inspection to report to the Ministry of Transport./.