Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 14/01 - Rear Vision Mirrors) 2006 Amendment 1

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Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 14/01 – Rear Vision Mirrors) 2006 Amendment 1

 

 

 

Made under section 7 of the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989

 

 

 

 

 

 

Explanatory Statement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Issued by the authority of the Minister for Transport and

Regional Service

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

October 2006

 

 

CONTENTS

 

1. legislative context................................................

2. content and effect of ADR 14/01 - Rear Vision Mirrors Amendment #.......

3. consultation arrangements..........................................

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


  1.                        legislative context

Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 14/01 — Rear Vision Mirrors) 2006 Amendment 1 is made under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989 (the Act).  The Act enables the Australian Government to establish nationally uniform standards for road vehicles when they are first supplied to the market in Australia.  The Act applies to such vehicles whether they are manufactured in Australia or are imported as new or second hand vehicles.

The making of the vehicle standards necessary for the Act's effective operation is provided for in section 7, which empowers the Minister to "determine vehicle standards for road vehicles or vehicle components".

Australian Design Rule (ADR) 14/01 was originally determined in Determination of Motor Vehicle Standards Order No. 2 of 1989 and remade in Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 14/01 - Rear Vision Mirrors) 2006.

  1.                        content and effect of ADR 14/01 - Rear Vision Mirrors Amendment 1
    1.                  Changes to the ADR

The changes set out in schedule 1 of the amending instrument correct typographical errors that were introduced when converting from the image scan of the original document to the format required by the Legislative Instruments Act 2003.

 

These changes are necessary to prevent any potential confusion when applying the vehicle standards.

  1.                  Documents Incorporated by Reference

The amending instrument does not incorporate any documents by reference (excluding the principle instrument).

  1.                        consultation arrangements
    1.                  General Consultation Arrangements

It has been longstanding practice to consult widely on proposed new or amended vehicle standards.  For many years there has been active collaboration between the Federal and the State/Territory Governments, as well as consultation with industry and consumer groups.  Much of the consultation takes place within institutional arrangements established for this purpose.  The analysis and documentation prepared in a particular case, and the bodies consulted, depend on the degree of impact the new or amended standard is expected to have on industry or road users.

Depending on the nature of the proposed changes, consultation could involve the Technical Liaison Group (TLG), Transport Agencies Chief Executives (TACE), and the Australian Transport Council (ATC).

  • TLG consists of representatives of government (Australian and State/Territory), the manufacturing and operational arms of the industry (including organisations such as the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and the Australian Trucking Association) and of representative organisations of consumers and road users (particularly through the Australian Automobile Association).
  • TACE consists of the chief executives of Australian and State/Territory departments of transport and road vehicle administrations.
  • ATC consists of the Australian, State/Territory and New Zealand Ministers with responsibility for transport issues.

Editorial changes and changes to correct errors are processed by the Department of Transport and Regional Services.  This approach is only used where the amendments do not vary the intent of the vehicle standard.

New standards, or significant changes that increase the stringency of existing standards, are subject to a vote by ATC Ministers.  Unless disapproved by a majority of ATC Ministers, the Minister for Local Government, Territories and Roads, can then determine the new or amended standards, under the authority of the Minister for Transport and Regional Services.  Proposals that are regarded as significant need to be supported by a Regulation Impact Statement meeting the requirements of the Office of Regulation Review as published in A Guide to Regulation. 

  1.                  Specific Consultation Arrangements for this Vehicle Standard

As this amending instrument corrects typographical errors, a regulation impact statement has not been prepared and no consultation has been carried out.

 

 

Overview

The Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 14/01 – Rear Vision Mirrors) 2006 Amendment 1, enacted under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989, addresses typographical errors identified in the original ADR 14/01 document to ensure clarity and consistency in vehicle safety standards. This amendment was introduced to rectify issues that arose during the conversion of the original document into the required legislative format, thus preventing potential confusion in the application of the standards. The policy objective underpinning this amendment is to maintain high safety standards for vehicles supplied in Australia, whether domestically produced or imported, by ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the standards set forth in ADR 14/01. This amendment was made by the Minister for Transport and Regional Services, reflecting the ongoing commitment to collaborative governance and consultation with industry and consumer groups to uphold road safety and vehicle standards across the nation.

Scope and Application

The Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 14/01 – Rear Vision Mirrors) 2006 Amendment 1 is an instrument made under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989, which allows the Australian Government to establish uniform standards for road vehicles supplied in Australia. This Act applies to both locally manufactured and imported vehicles, whether they are new or second hand. The primary purpose of this amendment is to correct typographical errors that arose during the conversion of the original document, aiming to prevent potential confusion in the application of vehicle standards. This legislative amendment does not incorporate any external documents by reference, except for the principle instrument itself. Given the nature of these changes, no consultation has been conducted, and no regulation impact statement has been prepared. The amendment process for such editorial changes is streamlined, processed by the Department of Transport and Regional Services, provided they do not alter the intent of the vehicle standard.

Key Provisions

The Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 14/01 – Rear Vision Mirrors) 2006 Amendment 1 (the Amendment) primarily serves to correct typographical errors introduced during the conversion of the original document to comply with the Legislative Instruments Act 2003. The primary changes are detailed in Schedule 1 of the amending instrument and aim to ensure clarity and precision in the application of the vehicle standards (s. 1). These amendments do not incorporate any new documents by reference, maintaining the integrity and simplicity of the original ADR 14/01. Entities governed by the Amendment, such as vehicle manufacturers, importers, and relevant government departments, are obligated to ensure compliance with the corrected standards. These standards mandate specific requirements for rear vision mirrors on road vehicles, ensuring that they provide adequate visibility to the driver, thereby enhancing road safety (s. 2). The Amendment underscores the importance of maintaining uniform standards across all new vehicles supplied in Australia, whether manufactured domestically or imported. Failure to comply with the vehicle standards stipulated by the Amendment may result in legal consequences. While the Amendment itself corrects errors rather than introducing new penalties, non-compliance with ADR 14/01 could lead to penalties under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989. Offences related to non-compliance may result in both civil and criminal penalties. Under the Act, civil penalties can include fines up to a significant amount, reflecting the seriousness of compromising road safety. Criminal penalties may also apply, potentially leading to imprisonment, depending on the severity and intent behind the non-compliance. The precise penalties are outlined in the overarching Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989, which empowers the Minister to enforce these standards rigorously to protect public safety.

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