Why would they do that? Re-qualify them for what they were already doing?
Wouldnt it just be easier to send them out a letter detailing the new rules/changes to be enforced?
pisso01 wrote:Thats F*#%ked! When will the government stop trying to squash everything. I think ill move to the NT where I can lift the lux 4inch without engineering..
Cheers,
Chris.
mmaaxx wrote:Why would they do that? Re-qualify them for what they were already doing?
Wouldnt it just be easier to send them out a letter detailing the new rules/changes to be enforced?
With what you are saying Brendan it does make sence and may benefit us but at what cost to those who are already certified engineers.
The way I see it is its another way for the NSW government to make more money.
How would you be if you spent your working life learning a job to be fired by your government and told to resit a test to do something you already knew.
Acronyms
ECS- Engineering Certification Scheme
RTA- Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales
VSCCS- Vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Scheme
Information for customers
What is the VSCCS?
The VSCCS is a new scheme under which people licensed by the RTA will inspect non-standard vehicles and certify their compliance with applicable vehicle safety standards. The VSCCS replaces the ECS.
Why is the VSCCS being introduced?
The VSCCS will enable the RTA to provide a better service for customers. The VSCCS will introduce:
• More certifiers across NSW. This means customers will have broader choice in selecting a service provider. More competition will ensure that customers receive value for money when they engage a service provider.
• Improved standards of competency held by certifiers. This means that customers can be assured that their vehicle is being inspected by a person who has the appropriate qualifications, skills and experience to do the job.
• Greater protection for customers. The VSCCS will assure customers that whichever certifier they hire, that person is backed by professional indemnity and public liability insurances.
• A person you can trust. Anyone wishing to become a licensed certifier will be subject to rigorous background checks by the RTA and regular auditing to ensure that the highest standards of professional service and ethical practice are being provided.
• A simpler process. The VSCCS will save time for the customer and provide greater convenience. For example, when a customer gets their VSCCS certificate they are no longer required to present it to a motor registry. They will also no longer need to get their vehicle inspected by an Authorised Unregistered Vehicle Inspection Station.
• Safer vehicles. The VSCCS will result in motoring enthusiasts, the government and other road users having greater confidence that certified vehicles are safe and conform to applicable vehicle standards. The VSCCS will also ensure that there is clearer information available to enthusiasts about the steps they need to take to get their vehicle certified, and when they do and don’t need to get it certified.
Does the VSCCS introduce any changes to vehicle standards?
No.
How do I know if I need to get my vehicle certified?
The RTA will publish guidelines to explain to customers when you need to obtain a certificate.
RTA VEHICLE SAFETY COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION SCHEME – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1
Will the customer need to present a certificate to an RTA motor registry?
Currently under the ECS a customer must attend an RTA motor registry after obtaining a certificate. Under the ECS customers must also present the vehicle to an Authorised Inspection Station*. These steps will no longer be required under the VSCCS. Once a customer obtains a certificate from a VSCCS licensed certifier there is nothing more they need to do.
*Where the customer’s vehicle is unregistered, the standard RTA registration requirements will apply. An inspection report from an Authorised Unregistered Vehicle Inspection Station will be required.
My modified vehicle already has a certificate. What do I need to do?
If you have presented your certificate to an RTA motor registry there is nothing you need to do. Your certificate will continue to be recognised by the RTA.
If your have not previously presented your certificate at an RTA motor registry you must do so within six months of the VSCCS commencing. If you do not do this within six months, you will need to obtain a new certificate.
Information for licensed certifiers
Why is the VSCCS being introduced?
The VSCCS will mean that certifiers are better supported in providing this service to the community.
The VSCCS will introduce:
• A new way of working. As an agent of the RTA, the RTA is committed to developing a close business partnership with certifiers. The VSCCS introduces a range of elements that will better support and protect licensed certifiers.
• Clearer rules and expectations. The VSCCS introduces new business procedures and supporting materials so certifiers can be much clearer on what they can expect from the RTA and what the RTA expects from them.
• Principal Arranged Insurance. The VSCCS will introduce Principal Arranged Insurance. This will benefit certifiers by providing ease of access to professional indemnity and public liability insurance, commercially attractive premiums, and no need to worry about covering the seven year run-off period.
• Regular checks. Under the VSCCS the RTA will conduct periodic audits of certifiers record-keeping systems and compliance with licence conditions. This will mean that certifiers will get positive feedback about any areas of non-conformance with the scheme so that these deficiencies can be fixed early.
• Clarity about what you have certified. The VSCCS system will protect licensed certifiers by making it clear exactly what has been certified and what hasn’t. If a vehicle is further modified after certification it will be possible to establish this fact.
• A level playing field. Under the VSCCS all RTA agents will operate according to the same clear and transparent business rules. Licences will only be granted to people who meet the eligibility requirements for competence and hold the relevant insurances.
• Improved assistance for licensed certifiers: The RTA is committed to provide an improved level of advice, assistance and support for its agents under the new scheme. Training days will also be scheduled where appropriate to better improve all aspects of the scheme and assist in better recognised methods of testing and certifying vehicles. You can also expect that regular updates will be posted on the VSCCS online IT system to ensure you are notified of changes.
kyle300exc wrote:Note to self keep all standard equipment
We'll probably all end up with car trailers and daily drives so we can tow our illegal vehicles 4 or 5 hours to private properties where we'll be fined for noise pollution, contributing dust into the atmosphere, being bald having facial hair and not pooing in an approved chemical tiolet FKN rediculous....I need another beer....owe sh$t tell me there not going to ban that
The biggest issue is that of vehicle ride height. Under VSI50, vehicles with a combined ride height more than 75mm above standard will only be eligible for ‘conditional registration’. The document isn’t clear on what this means, but you can be certain conditional registration will force you to justify why you ‘need’ to be driving your 4WD every single time you get behind the wheel. There is a way around this – VSI50 states that if you are a member of an affiliated 4WD club, and have completed a driver training course, then you’ll be allowed full registration.
I thought compulsory unionism was dead in Australia. I thought this was a free country.
What we’re witnessing is un-reasonable and un-Australian.
VSI50 forces you to pay membership fees and join a 4WD club, simply so you can have full registration on your sensibly modified 4WD. What if you don’t want to be a member of a club? What if you can’t find a club to join? What if you’re stretched enough as it is and don’t want to pay anymore bills?
If VSI50 becomes official legislation, 4WD NSW & ACT will have ultimate say over when and where you can drive your 4WD!
he second issue of concern with the revised VSI50 document, is a blanket ban of all tyre diameter increases of more than 50mm. That means than generally speaking, anything larger than a 31in tyre on a dual-cab ute, or a 33in tyre on a full-sized wagon, will be absolutely illegal.
There’ll be no option to ever have a bigger set of tyres put through engineering tests to be deemed safe. VSB14, which is the guideline document VSI50 has been created from talks about a maximum headlight lift of 150mm over standard. We believe that’s fair – what we don’t support is the fact that the proposed VSI50 plan limits the way in which you’re allowed to achieve that 6in headlight height raise. Sure, a lot of us will be happy with a vehicle running a 2in lift and 2in over standard diameter tyres, but what if you did want to take it to the next level and run 35in tyres?
If you wanted to spend the time and money on brake and suspension upgrades to ensure your 4WD could run 35in tyre safely - why should you be denied that?
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