Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 44/00 – Specific Purpose Vehicle Requirements) 2006 Amendment 1

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Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 44/00 – Specific Purpose Vehicle Requirements) 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 2007

 

CONTENTS

 

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

2. content and effect of ADR 49/00 - Front and Rear Position (Side) Lamps, Stop Lamps and End Outline Marker Lamps Amendment 1             

3. Best practice regulation............................................

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


  1.                        legislative context

Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 44/00 — Specific Purpose Vehicle Requirements) 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) 44/00 was originally determined in Determination of Motor Vehicle Standards - Order No. 1 of 1989 and remade in Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 44/00 - Specific Purpose Vehicle Requirements) 2006.

  1.                        content and effect of ADR 44/00 - Specific Purpose Vehicle Requirements 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.                        Best practice regulation
    1.                  Business Cost Calculator

In keeping with the requirements of the Office of Best Practice Regulation (OBPR) the Business Cost Calculator (BCC) has been used to determine if regulatory change has any impact on business.  Preliminary assessment indicates that this instrument will have no financial impact on business and further analysis is not necessary. 

 

Correction of errors in the ADRs leads to a very minor cost saving as those using the ADRs will not need to contact the regulatory authority to clarify errors and inconsistencies.

  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 44/00 – Specific Purpose Vehicle Requirements) 2006 Amendment 1 was enacted in 2007 under section 7 of the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989. This amendment aimed to correct typographical errors that had been introduced during the conversion of the original Australian Design Rule (ADR) 44/00 document from an image scan to the required legislative format. The Act, which was established to ensure uniform standards for road vehicles in Australia, mandates the creation of vehicle standards that apply to both domestically manufactured and imported vehicles. The purpose of this particular amendment was to eliminate potential confusion arising from these errors, thereby ensuring the accuracy and clarity of the vehicle standards. Developed by the Minister for Transport and Regional Services, this amendment underscores the commitment to best practice regulation by avoiding unnecessary financial burdens on businesses and maintaining the integrity of vehicle standards through rigorous consultation processes, even when the changes are purely corrective in nature.

Scope and Application

The Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 44/00 – Specific Purpose Vehicle Requirements) 2006 Amendment 1 is an instrument made under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989, which provides the framework for establishing nationally uniform standards for road vehicles supplied to the Australian market. This Act applies to all road vehicles, regardless of whether they are manufactured domestically or imported as new or second-hand vehicles. The amending instrument specifically corrects typographical errors in ADR 44/00 to ensure clarity and avoid potential confusion in the application of the vehicle standards. The jurisdictional reach of this legislation is national, extending to all states and territories of Australia. There are no stated exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds in this particular amending instrument. The application of the Act may be extended or restricted through subordinate instruments, such as regulations, which are subject to consultation and approval processes involving various government bodies and industry stakeholders.

Key Provisions

The Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 44/00 – Specific Purpose Vehicle Requirements) 2006 Amendment 1, established under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989 (s 7), amends Australian Design Rule (ADR) 44/00 to correct typographical errors introduced during the conversion process. This amendment ensures clarity and reduces potential confusion in applying the vehicle standards. ADR 44/00 pertains to the requirements for specific purpose vehicles, and this amendment rectifies errors without altering the original intent of the standards. The changes are purely editorial and are made to maintain the accuracy and reliability of the regulatory framework governing specific purpose vehicles in Australia. Entities and parties governed by ADR 44/00 are required to comply with the corrected standards to ensure their vehicles meet the necessary safety and design specifications. This includes manufacturers, importers, and other stakeholders involved in the supply chain of specific purpose vehicles. Compliance ensures that these vehicles adhere to the established national standards, thereby maintaining uniformity and safety across the market. The obligation to follow the corrected ADR 44/00 is crucial for ensuring that vehicles meet the required specifications and do not pose safety risks to road users. There are no specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences outlined in the amendment itself for non-compliance with the corrected typographical errors in ADR 44/00. However, non-compliance with ADR standards generally could lead to broader regulatory actions under the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989. Such actions may include fines, vehicle impoundment, or other enforcement measures as deemed necessary by the relevant authorities to ensure compliance with national vehicle standards. The primary focus of this amendment is to correct errors and prevent misinterpretation rather than to introduce new penalties.

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