Direct Vision Standard 2024 Update

DVS Progressive Safe System Package

The DVS requirements are changing from 28th October 2024, the minimum DVS rating required will be three stars.

Direct Vision Standard (DVS) forms part of Transport for London’s (TfL) Vision Zero Plan, which was developed to improve the safety of vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists in order to eliminate death and serious injury on London’s transport network.

Having been in place since March 2021, new requirements are being introduced in October 2024, so it is essential to make sure your vehicles meet the updated, three-star minimum, standard.

Ensure your business can continue to operate in Greater London

With our DVS Progressive Safe System package you get complete peace of mind knowing your vehicles' safety is improved, with minimal business disruption or down time.

Our latest DVS package is the simplest way to meet the Progressive Safe System (PSS) and Moving Off Information System (MOIS) requirements set out in the October 28, 2024 DVS rule update. This solution is easy to install into your vehicles and works alongside our telematics platform to help your drivers protect vulnerable road users.

With our package, you will avoid:

• Vehicle downtime due to HGVs having to navigate alternative routes.
• Penalty charges whilst in Greater London as you’ll have a valid permit.
• Business operations being disrupted due to vehicle safety maintenance.
• Life threatening collisions with cyclists or pedestrians through vehicle blind spots.

What Progressive Safe System improvements need to be made to meet the three-star minimum?

1. Camera Monitoring System
2. Class V and VI mirrors (can be used in combination with the CMS, or a CMS can be used in place of the mirrors)
3. A Blind Spot Information System (BSIS)
4. A Moving Off Information Systems (MOIS) Audio and Visual
5. Side under-run protection
6. Audible warnings when turning
7. External warning signage

Important and useful links:

• TfL and London Councils progress plans to improve safety
• Progressive Safe System Overview
• How do I know if my vehicle is compliant with DVS?
• Where and how do I apply for the permit?
• Is there any guidance on the evidence I need to supply to support my application?
• Can I apply for multiple vehicles at the same time?
• Updated guidance for operators
• RHA DVS Explainer Document