Directive 2014/45/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on periodic roadworthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers and repealing Directive 2009/40/EC Text with EEA relevance

• (12) One headlamp aiming device allowing the setting of the headlight to be tested in accordance with the provisions for the setting of headlights of motor vehicles (Directive 76/756/EEC); the light/dark boundary must be easily recognisable in daylight (without direct sunlight);

• (13) A device for measuring the tread depth of tyres;

• (14) A device to connect to the electronic vehicle interface, such as an OBD scan tool;

• (15) A device to detect LPG/CNG/LNG leakage, if such vehicles are tested.

Any of the above devices may be combined in one composite device, provided that this does not affect the accuracy of each device.

II.   Calibration of equipment used for measurements

Unless specified otherwise by the relevant Union legislation, the interval between two successive calibrations may not exceed:

• (i) 24 months for the measurement of weight, pressure and sound level,

• (ii) 24 months for the measurement of forces,

• (iii) 12 months for the measurement of gaseous emissions.

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The vehicle categories which are outside the scope of this Directive are included for guidance.

ANNEX IV

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING THE COMPETENCE, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION OF INSPECTORS

1. Competence

Before authorising an applicant for a position as inspector to carry out periodic roadworthiness tests, Member States or competent authorities shall verify that that person:

• (a) has a certified knowledge and understanding relevant for road vehicles in the following areas:
• — mechanics;
• — dynamics;
• — vehicle dynamics;
• — combustion engines;
• — material and material processing;
• — electronics;
• — electrics;
• — electronic vehicle components;
• — IT applications;

• (b) has at least three years of documented experience or equivalent, such as documented mentorship or studies, and appropriate training in the road vehicle field set out above.

2. Initial and refresher training

Member States or competent authorities shall ensure that inspectors receive the appropriate initial and refresher training or undergo appropriate examination, including in theoretical and practical elements, to enable them to be authorised to carry out roadworthiness tests.

The minimum contents of the initial and refresher training or appropriate examination shall include the following topics:

(a) Initial training or appropriate examination

The initial training provided by the Member State or by an authorised training centre of the Member State shall cover at least the following topics:

• (i) vehicle technology:
• — braking systems,
• — steering systems,
• — fields of vision,
• — light installation, lighting equipment and electronic components,
• — axles, wheels and tyres,
• — chassis and bodywork,
• — nuisance and emissions,
• — additional requirements for special vehicles,

• (ii) testing methods;

• (iii) assessment of deficiencies;

• (iv) legal requirements applicable on the vehicle condition for approval;

• (v) legal requirements relating to roadworthiness testing;

• (vi) administrative provisions relating to vehicle approval, registration and roadworthiness testing;

• (vii) IT applications relating to testing and administration.

(b) Refresher training or appropriate examination

Member States shall ensure that inspectors regularly receive refresher training or undergo an appropriate examination provided or set by the Member State or by an authorised training centre of the Member State.

Member States shall ensure that the contents of the refresher training or appropriate examination enable inspectors to maintain and refresh the requisite knowledge and skills in relation to the topics referred to in point (a), (i) to (vii) above.

3. Certificate of competence

The certificate or equivalent documentation issued to an inspector authorised to carry out roadworthiness tests shall include at least the following information:

• — identification of the inspector (first name, surname);

• — vehicle categories for which the inspector is authorised to carry out roadworthiness tests;

• — name of the issuing authority;

• — date of issue.

ANNEX V

SUPERVISING BODIES

Rules and procedures concerning supervising bodies established by Member States in accordance with Article 14 shall cover the following minimum requirements:

1. Tasks and activities of the supervising bodies

Supervising bodies shall perform at least the following tasks:

• (a) Supervision of testing centres:
• — checking whether the minimum requirements for premises and test equipment are met;
• — verifying the mandatory requirements of the authorised entity;

• (b) Verifying training and examination of inspectors:
• — verifying the initial training of inspectors;
• — verifying the periodic refresher training of inspectors;
• — periodic refresher training of supervising body examiners;
• — conducting or supervising examinations.

• (c) Auditing:
• — pre-audit of testing centres prior to authorisation;
• — periodic re-audit of testing centres;
• — special audit in the case of irregularities;
• — audit of training/examination centres.

• (d) Monitoring, using measures such as the following:
• — re-testing of a statistically valid proportion of tested vehicles;
• — ‘mystery shopper’ checks (use of defective vehicle optional);
• — analysis of results of roadworthiness tests (statistical methods);
• — appeal tests;
• — investigation of complaints.

• (e) Validation of measurement results of roadworthiness tests.

• (f) Proposing the withdrawal or suspension of authorisation of testing centres and/or of inspectors:
• — where the centre or inspector concerned does not fulfil a significant authorisation requirement;
• — where major irregularities are detected;
• — where there are continued negative audit results;
• — where there is a loss of good repute on the part of the centre or inspector in question.

2. Requirements concerning the supervising body

Requirements applicable to the personnel employed by a supervising body shall cover the following areas:

• — technical competence;

• — impartiality;

• — standards of qualification and training.

3. Contents of the rules and procedures

Each Member State or its competent authority shall lay down the relevant rules and procedures, which shall include at least the following items:

• (a) Requirements concerning the authorisation and supervision of testing centres:
• — application for authorisation to operate as a testing centre;
• — responsibilities of testing centres;
• — pre-authorisation visit, or visits, to verify that all requirements are complied with;
• — authorisation of testing centres;
• — periodic re-testing/audits of testing centres;
• — periodic checks on testing centres to see whether they are continuing to comply with the applicable rules and procedures;
• — evidence-based unannounced special checks or audits of testing centres;
• — analysis of test data to see whether evidence exists of non-compliance with the applicable rules and procedures;
• — withdrawal or suspension of authorisations granted to testing centres.

• (b) Inspectors of testing centres:
• — requirements to become a certified inspector;
• — initial training, refresher training and examinations;
• — withdrawal or suspension of certification of inspectors.

• (c) Equipment and premises:
• — requirements for test equipment;
• — requirements for testing premises;
• — requirements for signage;
• — requirements for maintenance and calibration of testing equipment;
• — requirements for computerised systems.

• (d) Supervising bodies:
• — powers of the supervising bodies;
• — requirements applicable to staff of supervising bodies;
• — appeals and complaints.

[^E0001]: Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 February 2013 on the approval and market surveillance of agricultural and forestry vehicles (OJ L 60, 2.3.2013, p. 1).

[^E0002]: Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 January 2013 on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three-wheel vehicles and quadricycles (OJ L 60, 2.3.2013, p. 52).

[^E0003]: Regulation (EU) 2018/858 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 May 2018 on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles, amending Regulations (EC) No 715/2007 and (EC) No 595/2009 and repealing Directive 2007/46/EC (OJ L 151, 14.6.2018, p. 1);

[^E0004]: Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 June 2007 on type approval of motor vehicles with respect to emissions from light passenger and commercial vehicles (Euro 5 and Euro 6) and on access to vehicle repair and maintenance information (OJ L 171, 29.6.2007, p. 1).

[^E0005]: Regulation (EC) No 595/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2009 on type-approval of motor vehicles and engines with respect to emissions from heavy duty vehicles (Euro VI) and on access to vehicle repair and maintenance information and amending Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 and Directive 2007/46/EC and repealing Directives 80/1269/EEC, 2005/55/EC and 2005/78/EC (OJ L 188, 18.7.2009, p. 1).

[^E0006]: Directive 2004/22/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 31 March 2004 on measuring instruments (OJ L 135, 30.4.2004, p. 1).