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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8716.90.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 05 April 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 April 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette NO.32916, 5 February 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category O1/O2(Caravans And Light Trailers)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for vehicle models of categories 0 1 and O2 designed or adapted for operation on a public road at speeds greater than 40 kph, including new vehicle models and vehicle models that have not previously been registered or licensed in South Africa.
1.2 The requirements of this specification, in so far as the vehicle parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete vehicle supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another and the entire specification applies to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental vehicles or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturer or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or to agricultural trailers, unless they are subsequently sold for use on a public road in South Africa.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in schedule 1.
1.5 Where a South African National Standard, including an International Standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a National Standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements of the specifications for the commodity, and the tests to verify compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.5 Requirements for couplings and drawbars on trailers with one axle or an axle unit
3.5.1 Coupling device
Excluding semi-trailers, trailers that have a gross vehicle mass not exceeding 3,5 t shall have coupling devices that comply with the relevant requirements given in SANS 20055:2003 I ECE R55, Uniform provisions concerning the approval of mechanical coupling components of combinations of vehicles.
3.5.2 Static vertical loading on ball couplings
The maximum and minimum static vertical load at the centre of the ball socket on the coupling head shall be determined by the manufacturer, but in no case shall it exceed 100 kg or be less than 25 kg when the trailer is loaded. When a trailer is fitted with a stabilizer or an equalizer by the manufacturer, the effect of such a device on the maximum and minimum static vertical loads shall be stated by the manufacturer.
3.5.3 Height of the ball coupling device
The height of the ball coupling device fitted to a trailer, measured vertically above the ground to the
centre of the ball socket and with the interior floor of the trailer horizontal and the trailer at its gross
vehicle mass, shall be not less than 350 mm and not more than 465 mm, provided that any custom built
trailers that:
a) have tyre and wheel combinations with overall diameters that exceed 665 mm when measured in the unladen condition; or
b) are designed or adapted for towing behind vehicles that have a gross vehicle mass exceeding 3500 kg
shall be excluded for the purposes of this sub-section.
3.5.4 Trailer articulation clearance
The coupling device fitted to a trailer shall be located on the drawbar as shown in figure 1. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8716.90.90 -- Other Yes Couplings and drawbars on trailers with one axle or an axle unit of category O1/O2 - Description
- Couplings and drawbars on trailers with one axle or an axle unit of category O1/O2
Category O1 are single-axled trailers, other than semi-trailers, with a maximum mass not exceeding 0,75 t
Category O2 are trailers other than category OJ, with a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8544.20: - Co-axial cable and other co-axial electric conductors
The measure came into effect on 05 April 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 April 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette NO.32916, 5 February 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category O1/O2(Caravans And Light Trailers)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for vehicle models of categories 0 1 and O2 designed or adapted for operation on a public road at speeds greater than 40 kph, including new vehicle models and vehicle models that have not previously been registered or licensed in South Africa.
1.2 The requirements of this specification, in so far as the vehicle parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete vehicle supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another and the entire specification applies to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental vehicles or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturer or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or to agricultural trailers, unless they are subsequently sold for use on a public road in South Africa.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in schedule 1.
1.5 Where a South African National Standard, including an International Standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a National Standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements of the specifications for the commodity, and the tests to verify compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.4 Requirements for electrical connectors
Electrical connectors that are fitted for the purpose of towing shall comply with:
a) in the case of 12 V systems:
1) SANS 1327 (SABS 1327:1997). Electrical connectors for towing and towed vehicles (7-pole connectors); or
2) SANS 11446/1S0 11446 (SABS ISO 11446:1995). Passenger cars and light commercial vehicles with 12 V systems - 13-pole connectors between towing vehicles and trailers Dimensions and contact allocation; and
b) in the case of 24 V systems:
1) the said SANS 1327; or
2) SANS 12098/1SO 12098 (SABS ISO 12098:1994). Commercial vehicles with 24 V systems 15- pole connectors between towing vehicles and trailers - Dimensions and contact allocation. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8544.20 - Co-axial cable and other co-axial electric conductors Yes Electrical connectors of caravans and light trailers in category O1/O2 - Description
- Electrical connectors of caravans and light trailers in category O1/O2
Category O1 are single-axled trailers, other than semi-trailers, with a maximum mass not exceeding 0,75 t
Category O2 are trailers other than category OJ, with a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8708.30: - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof
The measure came into effect on 05 April 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 April 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette NO.32916, 5 February 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category O1/O2(Caravans And Light Trailers)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for vehicle models of categories 0 1 and O2 designed or adapted for operation on a public road at speeds greater than 40 kph, including new vehicle models and vehicle models that have not previously been registered or licensed in South Africa.
1.2 The requirements of this specification, in so far as the vehicle parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete vehicle supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another and the entire specification applies to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental vehicles or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturer or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or to agricultural trailers, unless they are subsequently sold for use on a public road in South Africa.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in schedule 1.
1.5 Where a South African National Standard, including an International Standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a National Standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements of the specifications for the commodity, and the tests to verify compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.3 Requirements for brakes and braking equipment
A trailer shall be fitted with braking equipment that complies with the relevant requirements given in SANS 20013/ECE R13 (SABS ECE R13:1996). Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles of categories M, N and O with regard to braking. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8708.30 - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof Yes Brakes and braking equipment of caravans and light trailers in category O1/O2 - Description
- Brakes and braking equipment of caravans and light trailers in category O1/O2
Category O1 are single-axled trailers, other than semi-trailers, with a maximum mass not exceeding 0,75 t
Category O2 are trailers other than category OJ, with a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8539.29.90: --- Other
The measure came into effect on 05 April 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 April 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette NO.32916, 5 February 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category O1/O2(Caravans And Light Trailers)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for vehicle models of categories 0 1 and O2 designed or adapted for operation on a public road at speeds greater than 40 kph, including new vehicle models and vehicle models that have not previously been registered or licensed in South Africa.
1.2 The requirements of this specification, in so far as the vehicle parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete vehicle supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another and the entire specification applies to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental vehicles or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturer or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or to agricultural trailers, unless they are subsequently sold for use on a public road in South Africa.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in schedule 1.
1.5 Where a South African National Standard, including an International Standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a National Standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements of the specifications for the commodity, and the tests to verify compliance. apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.1 Requirements for lights, lighting and warning signs
3.1.1 Lights
Lights fitted to a trailer shall comply with the relevant requirements given in the following standards: SANS 20003/ECE R3 (SABS ECE R3: 1996), Uniform provisions concerning the approval of retroreflecting devices for power-driven vehicles and their trailers.
SANS 20004/ECE R4 (SABS ECE R4:1997), Uniform provisions for the approval of devices for the illumination of rear registration plates of motor vehicles (except motor cycles) and their trailers.
SANS 20006:2003/ECE R6, Uniform provisions concerning the approval of direction indicators for motor vehicles and their trailers.
SANS 20007:2002/ECE R7, Uniform provisions concerning the approval of front and rear position (side) lamps, stop-lamps and end-outline marker lamps for motor vehicles (except motor cycles) and their trailers.
SANS 20023/ECE R23 (SABS ECE R23:1992), Uniform provisions concerning the approval of reversing lamps for power-driven vehicles and their trailers.
SANS 20037:2002/ECE R37, Uniform provisions concerning the approval off/lament lamps for use in approved lamp units of power-driven vehicles and of their trailers.
SANS 20091/ECE R91 (SABS ECE R91:1993), Uniform provisions concerning the approval of sidemarker lamps for motor vehicles and their trailers.
3.1.2 Lighting
Lighting shall be fitted to a trailer and shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SANS 20048/ECE R48 (SABS ECE R48:1994). Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the installation of lighting and /ight-signalfing devices.
The specific requirements of the said SANS 20048/ECE R48 (SABS ECE R48:1994) for rear fog lamps as set out in 6.11, shall be treated as OPTIONAL for the purpose of this compulsory specification:
Provided that, if any vehicle is fitted with such devices or lamps, they shall comply with the applicable requirements.
The requirements for the installation of retroreflectors may be met by the use and fitting of retroreflectors that are defined in the relevant regulations of the National Road Traffic Act 1996 (Act 93 of 1996) and in addition, the requirements may also be met by the use and fitting of retrorefiectors that are integral portions of another light lens assembly. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.1.1 and 3.1.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- Full details about the NTM will be entered when the relevant standards are made available by the NTM Manager.
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8539.29.90 --- Other Yes lights of caravans and light trailers in category O1/O2 - Description
- lights of caravans and light trailers in category O1/O2
Category O1 are single-axled trailers, other than semi-trailers, with a maximum mass not exceeding 0,75 t
Category O2 are trailers other than category OJ, with a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 6506.10.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 08 September 1984
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 September 1984
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice 1135 (Government Gazette No. 9247) Of 8 June 1984
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Safety Helmets For Motor Cyclists
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers requirements for the general design, construction, performance, marking, and labelling,
and testing of safety helmets for use by motor cyclists on the roads. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 8 Headforms
8.1 General: Only that part of a headform above the basic plane is designed to represent the human head.
The variation of human head shapes is such that an artificial headform may not necessarily conform exactly to the shape of any random sample human head; the six headforms described are considered suitable to provide accurately fitting protective helmets for approximately 95 % of the population of all races.
8.2 Construction
The headforms are made from a hardwood that has a density in the range of 640 -720 kg/m 3 at a moisture content of 12% . Above the reference plane , the layers are planed to thickness to match the datum levels, the grain being displaced by 90° from layer to layer. After final shaping, the headforms are marked with the appropriate lines (see 8.3) and sealed with several coats of varnish. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 8.1 and 8.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 6506.10.90 -- Other No - Description
- Headforms
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 6506.10.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 08 September 1984
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 September 1984
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice 1135 (Government Gazette No. 9247) Of 8 June 1984
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Safety Helmets For Motor Cyclists
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers requirements for the general design, construction, performance, marking, and labelling,
and testing of safety helmets for use by motor cyclists on the roads. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.General.
The materials used in the manufacture of helmets shall be such that their properties are not appreciably
affected by aging, or by the circumstances of use to which a helmet is normally subjected, such as exposure to
the sun, extremes of temperature, and rain. Mere hydrocarbons, cleaning fluids, paints, transfers, or other extraneous additions are known to affect the shell material adversely a warning shall be provided [see 6.2 (e)].
The materials used for those parts of a helmet that come into contact with the skin, shall be such that their properties are not apprecially affected by sweat or toiletries. The manufacturer shall not lase any material known to cause skin disorders.
3.2 Metal Components
All metal parts used in a helmet shall be intrinsically corrosion resistant or shall have been so coated as to enable the helmet to comply with the requirements of 5.5
4. Construction.
4.1 General
The construction of a helmet shall be in the form of a hard outer shell containing the protective and comfort padding. The helmet may incorporate a peak provided that it is detachable and is not an integral part of the
helmet. A helmet may be fitted with a neck curtain.
4.2 Shell.
(a) The outer surface shall be smoothly finished and shall not have reinforcing ridges.
(b) Above the reference plane the shape shall be in the form of a continuous convex curve. There may be visible
variations of this curve, provided that any variation is within an angle of not more than 150° and is faired with blend radii of at lease 4 mm.
(c) Recesses for a visor and its attachments and retention system attachments shall be faired with external blend radii of at least 2 mm, or shall have included angles of at least 150° between adjacent surfaces.
(d) Below the reference plane, irregularities in the curve shall be so smoothly faired that the radius of any curve,
other than that of a recess for edge trim, is at least 4 mm.
(e) The shell may incorporate an integral face-cover.
(f) Where means for attaching a visor are not provided, the profile at the front edge shall not prevent the wearing of goggles.
(g) If the shell is pierced above plan AA, (see Fig. 1) for any purpose other than for the attachment of the retention system or its parts, the number and sizes of the apertures shall be such that their total area does not exceed 150 mm squared on either side of the helmet.
4.3 Projections
(a) There shall be no external projections that extend more than 5 m above the outer surface of the shell. Except in the case of a goggle fitting provided at the rear of the helmet and that is designed to be detachable.
(b) Any external projections other than press-fasteners shall be smooth and faired.
(c) Rivet heads shall be radiused and shall not project than 2 m above the outer surface of the shell.
(d) There shall be no sharp edges or uncovered rigid projections on the inside of the helmet.
4.4 Visor recess
In a helmet that has a recess to accept a visor, the outer surface of the visor in the closed
position shall be not more than 3 mm, measured normal to the surface of the visor, below the surface of the adjacent shell.
4.Retention system
(a) Retention of the helmet on the wearer's head shall be by means of a chin strap anchored to the shell and may include means of enhanced comfort for the wearer.
(b) The chin strap shall be at least 19 mm wide, measured when under a tensile force of 250 N, and shall be permanently fitted with a fastening device to adjust and maintain tension.
(c) The chin strap shall not be equipped with a chin cup.
(d) The button of the release buckle shall be such that when tested with a 40 mm diameter sphere the buckle does not open.
(e) The release button shall be red and no other part of the buckle shall be of this colour.
4.6 Peripheral Vision: When mounted on the smallest. headform appropriate to the size range of the helmet, the helmet shall provide peripheral vision at-
(a) an angle of at least 105°, measured horizontally on each side of the longitudinal plane through the points K and L (see Fig. 2); and
(b) an angle of at least 7° above the reference plane, and at least 45° below the basic plane of the headform at
and between two points spaced equally 33mm on each side of points K and L.
4.7 Conspicuousness
Any fluorescent or retro-reflective materials incorporated in the helmet or applied to the outer surface of the the helmet shell shall not prevent compliance with any of the requirements of the specification.
4.8 Protective padding
The shell shall be lined with protective padding that is such, or is so attached to the
inner surface of the shell, as not to become detached in use. Where the padding is made in segments, the width of a gap between adjacent segments shall not exceed 6 mm.
4.9 Peaks
The peak (when fitted) shall be flexible and so designed that in the event of an accident it does not cause
any injury to the wearer.
5. Performance requirements
5.1 Extent of Protection
When a helmet is tested in accordance with 7.3, the extent of protection provided shall be as follows:
(a) Shell: The shell shall cover all areas above plane AA1 and shall extend downwards at least as far as the lines CDEF (see Fig.3) on both sides of the headform.
(b) Protective padding: The protective padding shall cover at least all areas above plan AA1.
5.2 Area of protection against specified impact and penetration
The shock absorption and penetration resistance of the area of a helmet above circumference
BB1 (see Fig. 1) shall be such as to enable the helmet to comply with the following requirements:
(a) Shock absorption: When a helmet is tested in accordance with 7.4, the peak acceleration imparted to the headform shall not exceed 4 000 m/s2.
(b) Resistance to penetration: When a helmet is tested in accordance with 7.5, the point of the striker shalt not contact the surface of the headform.
5.3 Strength of retention system: When a helmet is tested in accordance with 7.6, the extensions of
the retention system, including any slippage of the buckle, shall not exceed the values given in Table 1.
5.4 Rigidity
When a helmet is tested in accordance with 7.7, the maximum deformation shall not exceed the initial deformation by more than 40mm, and the residual permanent deformation shall not exceed 15mm.
5.5 Corrosion resistance
When a helmet is tested in accordance with 7.8 , coated metal parts shall not show any sign of penetration to the basis metal and intrinsically corrosion resistant metal parts shall not show any sign of corrosion when examined with the unaided eye.
5.6 Peaks
When a helmet is tested in accordance with 7.9 the peak shall not break, it shall wiher fall off or have downward deflection of not less than 6mm and not more than 32mm.
5.7 Strength of Visor
When a helmet is tested in accordance with 7.10, the visor shall not shatter, display any sharp corners or edges, or become detached from the helmet. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3 to 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 6506.10.90 -- Other Yes Helmets for motor cyclists - Description
- Helmets for motor cyclists
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8512.30: - Sound signalling equipment
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.4.3 Audible warning devices
A vehicle shall be fitted with one or more audible warning devices such that, when they are operated, a continuous sound is emitted at a level of at least 93 dB, determined in accordance with SABS 0169: 1984, Determining the performance of audible warning devices (hooters) after installation in a motor vehicle, as published by Government Notice no. 966 of 11 May 1984. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.4.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8512.30 - Sound signalling equipment No - Description
- Audible warning devices of motor vehicles in category M1
Category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 7009.10: - Rear-view mirrors for vehicles
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.2.1 Rear-view mirrors
Rear-view mirrors shall be fitted to a vehicle and shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1436: 1989, Motor vehicle safety specification for the rear-view mirrors of motor vehicles of categories M and N, as published by Government Notice no. 2008 of 22 September 1989. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.2.1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- Furter details about the NTM will be entered when SABS 1436: 1989 is made available the the NTM Manager.
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 7009.10 - Rear-view mirrors for vehicles No - Description
- Rear-view mirrors of motor vehicles in category M1
category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 7007.21.20: --- Windscreens for vehicles and 7007.11: -- Of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.2.2.1 Windscreens
3.2.2.1.1 A windscreen shall be fitted to a vehicle and shall be of safety glass that complies with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1191: 1978, High penetration-resistant laminated safety glass for vehicles, as published by Government Notice no. 463 of 9 July 1982.
3.2.2.1.2 For the purposes of this specification, the marking requirements shall be as follows:
a) the windscreen shall bear the glass manufacturer's registered trademark; and
b) the glass fitted shall comply with an approved national standard, recognized by the Regulatory Authority, that will provide a method of identifying the glass type.
3.2.2.2 Windows and partitions
3.2.2.2.1 Glass partitions and glass windows fitted to a vehicle shall be of safety glass that complies with the relevant requirements given in the said SABS 1191 or in SABS 1193:1978, Toughened safety glass for vehicles, as published by Government Notice no. 463 of 9 July 1982.
3.2.2.2.2 For the purposes of this specification, the marking requirements shall be as follows:
a) the glass shall bear the glass manufacturer's registered trademark; and
b) the glass fitted shall comply with an approved national standard, recognized by the Regulatory Authority, that will provide a method of identifying the glass type. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.2.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 7007.21.20 --- Windscreens for vehicles No 7007.11 -- Of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels Yes windows and partitions of motor vehicles in category M1 - Description
- Windscreens and windows and partitions of motor vehicles in category M1
category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8512: Electrical lighting or signalling equipment (excluding articles of heading 85.39), windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters, of a kind used for cycles or motor vehicles. and 8512.40: -Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.2.3 Windscreen wipers
A vehicle shall be fitted with at least one windscreen wiper that is capable of operation by means other than manual, and the windscreen wiper blade, when in operation, shall wipe the outside of the windscreen directly in front of the driver, evenly and efficiently. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.2.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8512 Electrical lighting or signalling equipment (excluding articles of heading 85.39), windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters, of a kind used for cycles or motor vehicles. No 8512.40 -Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters Yes Windscreen wipers of motor vehicles in category M1 - Description
- Windscreen wipers of motor vehicles in category M1
Category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8708.30: - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.3 Requirements for brakes and braking equipment
3.3.1 Braking equipment shall be fitted to a vehicle and shall comply with the requirements in SABS ECE R13 Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles of categories M, N and O with regard to braking to the level of ECE R13.08.
3.3.2 For vehicles fitted with anti-lock braking systems, the braking equipment shall, in terms of braking performance, at least comply with the braking performance requirements for M1 vehicles with non anti-lock braking systems fitted.
3.3.3 For the purposes of this specification, the following requirements of SABS ECE R13 are excluded:
This standard is for internal use by SABS staff members only. Strictly not for distribution to third parties.
a) anti-lock specific brake test procedure and its requirements (paragraph 5 of annex 13 of SABS
ECE R13), and.
3.3.4 For the purposes of this compulsory specification, annex 4, paragraph 2.3.6 of SABS ECE
R13 is amended to read as follows:
To check compliance with the requirements specified in paragraph 5.2.1.2.4 of SABS ECE R13, a Type-O test shall be carried out with the engine disconnected at an initial test speed of 30 km/h. The mean fully developed deceleration on application of the control of the parking brake system and the deceleration immediately before the vehicle stops shall be not less than 1,5 m/s2
• The test shall be carried out with a laden vehicle. The force exerted on the braking control device shall not
exceed the specified values. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8708.30 - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof No - Description
- Brakes and braking equipment of motor vehicles in category M1
Category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8703: Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 87.02), including station wagons and racing cars.
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.4.1 Interior fittings
No fittings shall be installed inside the passenger compartment of a vehicle unless they comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1047:1984, Motor vehicle safety standard specification for interior fittings (passenger cars), as published by Government Notice no. 149 of 1 February 1985, except that the minimum radius of curvature requirements for forward interior parts as required in terms of section 5.1 and 5.2 shall not apply in respect of vehicles fitted with both drivers and passenger airbag systems.
3.4.2 Controls
3.4.2.1 General
All controls that are fitted to a vehicle, and that are required for the operation of the vehicle, shall be so located that the driver can reach and operate them when he is seated in the normal driving position, with the seat belt fastened.
3.4.2.2 Right-hand drive
A vehicle shall be of a right-hand drive configuration, except as allowed in terms of 3.4.2.3.
3.4.2.3 Central steering
A vehicle may have a central steering configuration.
3.5.1 Energy absorption capacity of the steering control
The energy absorption capacity of the steering control shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1440:1987, Motor vehicle safety specification for the steering mechanism of motor vehicles (Category M1 only): Behaviour on impact, as published by Government Notice no. 2227 of 9 October 1987.
This standard is for internal use by SABS staff members only. Strictly not for distribution to third parties.
3.5.2 Frontal impact characteristics
The frontal impact characteristics of the vehicle and its steering mechanism shall comply with the relevant requirements given in the said SABS 1440.
3.6 Requirements for door latches, hinges, entrances and exits
3.6.1 Door latches and hinges
Side doors fitted as a means of entrance or exit in a vehicle shall have door latches and hinges that comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1443:1987 Motor vehicle safety specification for door latches and hinges, as published by Government Notice No.2227 of 9 October 1987:
Provided that section 3 in annex 1 of the said SABS 1443 is excluded for the purposes of this compulsory specification.
3.6.2 Entrances and exits
The means of entrance to and exit from a vehicle that is designed and constructed with a fixed hood and that has a tare exceeding 570 kg, shall be as follows:
a) at least one ready means of entrance and exit on the left and right sides of the vehicle, each such means being equipped with a permanent device that is capable of being operated from both the inside and the outside of the vehicle for the purpose of opening and closing; or
b) a means as specified in (a) above, provided on one side of the vehicle and, on the other side or at the back, an accessible means of escape, of size at least 450 mm x450 mm, that is readily removable from both the inside and the outside of the vehicle or is equipped with a permanent device for opening and closing as specified in (a) above:
Provided that, in the case of a vehicle designed and constructed as an ambulance or for the conveyance of prisoners, such means need be provided in the driver's compartment only.
3.7 Requirements for seats, seat anchorages, restraining device anchorages,
restraining devices (safety belts) and supplementary restraining devices
(airbags)
3.7.1 Seats and seat anchorages
A vehicle shall be fitted with seats and seat anchorages that comply with the relevant requirements given in SASS 1429: 1987, Motor vehicle safety specification for strength of seats and of their anchorages, as published by Government Notice no. 1878 of 4 September 1987.
3.7.2 Restraining device anchorages
Excluding seating positions that have seats of the folding tip-up type, rearward-facing or sideways facing type, and seating positions in the rear rows of seats on simple single box type construction vehicles that contain at least three rows of seats,
a) all seating positions on a vehicle that requires to have restraining devices fitted, shall have restraining device anchorages that comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1430:1987, Motor vehicle safety specification for anchorages for restraining devices in motor vehicles, as published by Government Notice no. 1878 of 4 September 1987, and
b) all other seating positions on a vehicle shall have at least two lower restraining device anchorages installed, which shall comply with the relevant requirements given in (a) above: Provided that for rear outboard seating positions (except where no upper anchorages can be installed, for example, in a convertible type vehicle or in a vehicle with a removable roof or in an open sided passenger vehicle), two lower restraining device anchorages and one upper restraining device anchorage shall be fitted.
3.7.3 Restraining devices (safety belts)
3.7.3.1 The restraining devices (safety belts) that are fitted to a vehicle shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SASS 1080:1983, Restraining devices (safety belts) for occupants of adult build in motor vehicles (Revised requirements), as published by Government Notice no. 264 of 17 February 1984.
3.7.3.2 The type and location of the restraining devices (safety belts) required to be fitted to a vehicle and the method of installation thereof shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 0168: 1983, The installation of restraining devices (safety belts) in motor vehicles, as published by Government Notice no. 265 of 17 February 1984, except that the same exclusions for seating positions shall apply as in 3.7.2.
3.7.4 Child restraints
In the case of any vehicle manufactured with child restraints installed, such child restraints shall comply with the compulsory specification for Child- restraining devices for use in motor vehicles as published by Government Notice no. 642 of 2 May 1997.
3.7.5 Supplementary restraining devices (airbags)
3.7.5.1 If a motor vehicle is fitted with an airbag assembly, it shall carry information to the effect that it is equipped with such an assembly.
3.7.5.1.1 In the case of a motor vehicle fitted with an airbag assembly intended to protect the driver, the information shall consist of the inscription "AIRBAG" located in the interior of the circumference of the steering wheel; this inscription shall be durably affixed and easily visible.
3.7.5.1.2 In the case of a motor vehicle fitted with a passenger airbag intended to protect the front seat occupants other than the driver, this information shall consist of a warning label. An example of a possible design of a pictogram is shown in figure 1.
3.7.5.2 A motor vehicle fitted with one or more passenger airbags shall carry information about the extreme hazard associated with the use of rearward-facing child restraints on seats equipped with airbag assemblies.
3.7.5.2.1 Every passenger seating position which is fitted with an airbag shall be provided with a warning label against the use of a rearward-facing child restraint in that seating position. The warning label, in the form of a pictogram which may include explanatory text, shall be durably affixed and located such that it is easily visible in front of a person about to install a rearward-facing child restraint on the seat in question. An example of a possible design of a pictogram is shown in figure 1. A permanent reference should be visible at all times, in case the warning is not visible when the door is closed. This requirement does not apply to those seats equipped with a device which automatically deactivates the airbag assembly when a rearward-facing child restraint is
installed.
Anti-theft devices shall be fitted and shall comply with the relevant requirements of SABS 1248:1986, Devices to prevent the unauthorized use of motor vehicles (anti-theft devices), as published by Government Notice no. 936 of 16 May 1986.
3.9 Requirements for head restraints
Head restraints, if forming an integral part of the seat back or if installed on any forward-facing seat of a vehicle, shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SASS 1269:1986, Motor vehicle safety specification for head restraints (passenger cars), as published by Government Notice no. 936 of 16 May 1986.
4 Requirements for the control of environmental interference
4.1 Suppression of radio and television interference
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A vehicle, its components and its accessories shall comply with the current applicable regulations relating to interference with communications, promulgated under the Telecommunications Act, 1996 (Act 103 of 1996).
4.2 Suppression of atmospheric pollution
4.2.1 The exhaust emission from the engine of a vehicle shall be such as to comply with the current applicable regulations promulgated under the Atmospheric Pollution Prevention Act, 1965 (Act 45 of 1965).
4.2.2 The gaseous and particulate emissions from the vehicle shall comply with the requirements of SABS ECE R83 Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the emission of pollutants according to engine fuel requirements to the level of ECE R83.02, except for the type V test (durability of pollution control devices), if homologated after 1 February 2005 but before 1 January 2006, thereafter new homologations shall comply with 4.2.3, or
4.2.3 The gaseous and particulate emissions from the vehicle shall comply with the requirements of SABS 20083 Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicle with regard to the emissions of pollutants according to engine fuel requirements to the level of ECE R83.04. Important: For "Operative Dates, Exclusions and Exclusion Expiry Dates" for requirements in 4.2.2 and 4.2.3, see Schedule 1 attached.
4.4 Suppression of noise emission· Vehicles in motion
With the exception of noise emission originating from audible warning devices, any noise emitted by a vehicle, determined in accordance with SABS 0205: 1986, The measurement of noise emitted by motor vehicles in motion, as published by Government Notice no. 936 of 16 May 1986, shall not exceed 82 dB(A). To allow for any lack of precision in the measuring equipment, the highest sound level reading obtained shall be reduced by 1 dB(A).
5.1 Vehicle dimensions
The dimensions of a vehicle shall comply with the applicable requirements of the relevant regulations of the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996).
5.2 Information plates
5.2.1 Data plates
5.2.1.1 A vehicle shall have a metal data plate or plates affixed by rivets, or by welding I or by any other method that will achieve permanency of attachment during the life of the vehicle, in a conspicuous and readily accessible position on a part not subject to replacement.
This standard is for internal use by SABS staff members only. Strictly not for distribution to third parties.
5.2.1.2 As an alternative to the above, a data plate may be a self-adhesive tamperproof metal or plastics label that is not transferable from one vehicle to another, is clearly legible, and undergoes permanent and obvious damage on removal. The self-adhesive tamperproof label shall be resistant to engine oils, to engine coolants, to normal engine temperatures and to humidity. In addition, it shall have permanency characteristics similar to those of the plate(s) described in 5.2.1.1.
6 Requirements for vehicle equipment, components and systems
6.1 Speedometers
A vehicle that is capable of exceeding a speed of 25 km/h on a level road shall be equipped with speedometer equipment that complies with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1441 :1987, Motor vehicle safety specification for speedometer equipment on motor vehicles, as published by Government Notice no. 1878 of 4 September 1987.
6.2 Engine, exhaust system and transmission
6.2.1 Engine
The engine of a vehicle shall be so fitted with a cover that any part of the engine that constitutes a source of danger is out of normal reach of a person.
6.2.2 Exhaust system
The exhaust system of a vehicle shall comply with the relevant regulations of the National Road Traffic Act.
6.2.3 Transmission
A vehicle, the tare of which exceeds 570 kg, shall be equipped with a transmission that enables it to be controlled and driven in both a forward and a reverse direction.
6.3 Fuel system
6.3.1 Fuel filler cap
The orifice for filling a fuel tank on a vehicle shall be fitted with an effective cap that prevents incidental ingress of water or other foreign matter. This standard is for internal use by SABS staff members only. Strictly not for distribution to third parties.
6.3.2 Fuel filler inlet
A vehicle equipped with a positive-ignition engine shall be fitted with a fuel inlet orifice so designed that it prevents the tank from being filled from a petrol pump delivery nozzle which has an external diameter of 23.6 mm or greater. For the purpose of this subsection, category M1 vehicles which are also offered in the M2
configuration shall be considered to be of category M2.
6.4 Tyres
The tyres fitted to the wheels of a motor vehicle shall comply with the relevant requirements of the compulsory specification for Pneumatic (yres for passenger cars and their trailers as published by Government Notice no. 1125 of 16 November 2001.
6.5 Vehicle bodies
Vehicle bodies referred to in 1.2 shall be provided with sufficient instructions on the selection and assembly of components, such that the completed vehicle complies (or is capable of complying) with the requirements of this specification, when the instructions are followed. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.4.1 and 3.4.2
Regulations 3.5 , 3.6 , 3.7 , 3.8 and 3.9
Regulations 4.1 and 4.2.1 to 4.2.3
Regulations 4.4, 5.1 5.2.1 and 5.2.1.2
Regulation 6 - Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8703 Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 87.02), including station wagons and racing cars. No - Description
- Motor vehicles in category M1
category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8708.99.90: --- Other
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.10 Requirements for warning triangles
In the case of any vehicle supplied with warning triangles as part of the vehicle equipment, such warning triangles shall comply with the requirements given in SABS 1329-1 :1987, Retro-reflective and fluorescent warning signs for road vehicles - Part 1: Triangles, as published by Government Notice No.2227 of 9 October 1987. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.10
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8708.99.90 --- Other Yes Warming triangles of motor vehicles in category M1 - Description
- Warming triangles of motor vehicles in category M1
Category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8539.21: -- Tungsten halogen
The measure came into effect on 23 July 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 23 July 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 37654, 23 May 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment Of The Compulsory Specification For Singlecapped Fluorescent Lamps (VC 9091)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This compulsory specification covers the safety, efficacy performance, life and interchangeability requirements for single-capped tubular fluorescent lamps with integrated means for controlling starting and stable operation (self-ballasted lamps) and non-self-ballasted single-capped tubular fluorescent lamps, intended
for general lighting purposes that have:
• a rated wattage up to 60W
• a SANS 1661 rated voltage of 100 to 250 V a.c.; and
• 2G7, 2GX7, GR8, 2G10, G10q, GR10q, GX10q, GY10q, 2G11, 2GX11,GR14q, G23, GX23, G24, GX24,GX24q, G24d, GX32, and Edison screw or Bayonet caps.
1.2 The following lamps intended for general lighting purposes are excluded from the lamp efficacy requirement in ANNEX AA of SANS 60969:
• Coloured lamps; and
• Reflector lamps - Description of the measure
- 3.2 Single-capped fluorescent lamps shall comply with the safety requirements of SANS 61199, Single -capped fluorescent lamps safety specifications or SANS 60968, Self-ballasted lamps for general lighting services - Safety requirements, and with the requirements for efficiency of lamps given in Annex AA of SANS 60901, Single-capped fluorescent lamps - Performance specifications or Annex AA of SANS 60969, Self-ballasted lamps for general lighting services performance requirements.
- Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8539.21 -- Tungsten halogen No - Description
- Single-capped fluorescent lamps
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 9504: Video game consoles and machines, articles for funfair, table or parlour games, including pintables, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling alley equipment.
The measure came into effect on 10 December 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 10 December 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R. 1415 (Government Gazette 25527) Of 10 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification ForThe Control Of Gaming Devices And Related Apparatus
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This standard covers the constructional and operational requirements for gaming devices and related apparatus, including other general equipment to be used in premises licensed for the purpose of conducting gambling activities as specified by Licensing Authorities.
This specification is also applicable to wagering record keeping systems used by Bookmakers - Description of the measure
- 3.1.1 Gaming devices and the operation thereof shall be sufficiently controlled that it is possible to ensure that gaming, gambling and bookmaking is: fair, safe, secure, reliable, audible
- Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.1.1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 9504 Video game consoles and machines, articles for funfair, table or parlour games, including pintables, billiards, special tables for casino games and automatic bowling alley equipment. No - Description
- Gaming devises and operation thereof as well as wagering record keeping systems used by Bookmakers
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles
The measure came into effect on 06 April 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 06 April 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R. 89 (Government Gazette 31844) Of 6 February 2009)
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Electrical And Electronic Apparatus
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers safety and energy saving requirements for the specified types of mains –powered electrical and electronic apparatus listed below, rated at voltage not exceeding 500 V a.c or d.c and intended for use by ordinary persons in household, light industrial and general office applications.
- Description of the measure
- 3.1 All apparatus shall be rated at the national standard low voltage , i.e. 230V ac, single-phase, 50Hz, or 400V ac, 3-phase, 60Hz, or shall have a rated voltage range that includes 230 V/ 400 V ac.
3.2 All apparatus shall be capable of operating safely within the range +- 10% o the standard voltage - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.1 and 3.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 85 Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles Yes Electrical and electronic apparatus - Description
- Electrical and electronic apparatus :
a) Household and similar appliances that may incorporate motors or heating elements, and including appliances intended to be used by ordinary persons in shops , light industry and on farms;
b) Electronic apparatus used for the reception, generation, recording or reproduction of audio, video and associated signals , and apparatus designed to be used exclusively in combination with such apparatus;
c) Information technology equipment , including electrical business and associated equipment;
d) Luminaries for use with electrical light sources such as incandescent lamps, fluorescent lamps and other discharge lamps, excluding
1) Luminaries for road and street lighting,
2) Luminaries for stage lighting and for television, film, and photographic studios
3) Industrial bulkhead, floodlight, low-bay and high-bay luminaries, intended for use with high-intensity discharge lamps of 70W or higher;
4) Aircraft lighting;
5) Public transport lighting
e) Hand-held motor-operated or magnetically driven electrical tools;
f) Transportable electric motor-operated or magnetically driven tools
g) Electrical equipment intended for application as test and measuring equipment , control equipment, educational equipment, and laboratory equipment, including incorporated computing devises , excluding equipment designed for industrial process control.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8535.30: - Isolating switches and make-and-break switches
The measure came into effect on 15 July 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 15 July 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice 618 (Government Gazette 18858) Of 15 May 1998
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Manually Operated Switches For Appliances
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers switches for appliances actuated by hand, by foot or by any other human activity , for use in , on, or with appliances and other equipment for household and similar purposes , with rated voltage in the 50V to 440 V and a rated current not exceeding 63A but does not apply to switches already built into appliances.
- Description of the measure
- 3. Requirements
A switch shall comply with the relevant of te following clauses of SABS IEC 61058-1:1996, Switches for Appliance - Part 1:General requirements , as published by Government Notice No. 250 of 20 February 1998.
-6 Rating
-9 Protection against electric shock
-10 provision for earthing
-11 Terminals and terminations
-12 Construction
-13 Mechanism
-14 Protection against ingress of solid objects, dust and water and protection against umid conditions
-15 Insulation resistance and dielectric strength
-16 Heating
-17 Endurance
-18 Mechanical strength
- 19 Screws, current-carrying parts and connections
- 20 Clearances, creepage distances and distance through insulation
- 21 Resistance to heat, fire and tracking
-22 Resistance to rust - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.6, 3.9 to 3.22
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- Full details about this NTM will be uploaded when the NTM Manager makes SABS IEC 61058-1:1996, Switches for Appliance as published by Government Notice No. 250 of 20 February 1998 available.
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8535.30 - Isolating switches and make-and-break switches Yes with rated voltage in the 50V to 440 V and a rated current not exceeding 63A - Description
- Switches for appliances actuated by hand, by foot or by any other human activity , for use in , on, or with appliances and other equipment for household and similar purposes , with rated voltage in the 50V to 440 V and a rated current not exceeding 63A but does not apply to switches already built into appliances.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8535.90.90: -- Other and 8536.90.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 03 June 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 June 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R444 (Government Gazette 18779), 3 April 1998
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Appliance Couplers
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers two-pole appliance couplers for a.c. only, with or without earthing contact,
with rated voltage in the range 50 V to 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 16A, for household and
similar general purposes and intended for the connection of a supply cord to electrical appliances or other
electrical equipment. - Description of the measure
- 3. Requirements
An appliance coupler shall comply with the relevant of the following clauses of SABS IEC 320-1, Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes- Part 1: General requirements , as published by Government Notice 1084 (Government Gazette No. 17287) of 5 July 1996.
-6. Standard ratings
-9. Dimensions and compatibility
-10 Protection against electric shock
-11 provision for earthing
-12 Terminals and terminations
-13 Construction
-14 Moisture Resistance
-15 Insulation resistance and dielectric strength
-16 Forces necessary to insert and to withdraw the connector
-17 Operation of contacts
-18 Resistance to heating of appliance couplers for hot conditions or very hot conditions
-19 Breaking capacity
-23 Mechanical strength
-24 Resistance to heat and ageing
-25 Creepage distances , clearances and distances through insulation
-27 Resistance of insulating material to heat, fire and tracking
-28 Resistance to rust - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.6, 3.9-19, 3.23-29
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- Details of this NTM will be comprehensively entered onto the online system when SABS IEC 320-1, Appliance
couplers for household and similar general purposes , as published by Government Notice 1084 (Government Gazette No. 17287) of 5 July 1996 is made available by the NTM Manager.
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8535.90.90 -- Other Yes Appliance coupler 8536.90.90 -- Other Yes Appliance coupler - Description
- Appliance coupler i.e a means that enables the connection and disconnection, at will, of a cord to an
appliance or other equipment and that consists of a connector and an appliance inlet.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8708.30: - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof
The measure came into effect on 05 April 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 April 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No.32916 , 5 February 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category O3/O4
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for vehicle models of category O3 and O4 designed or adapted for operation on a public road at speeds greater than 40 kph, including new vehicle models and vehicle models not previously registered or licensed in South Africa.
This specification also covers vehicles of category O3 and O4 designed and adapted for the purpose of the carriage of passengers, as in a semi-trailer bus, and these are also subject to further relevant requirements of the specification for category M2 and M3 motor vehicles (buses).
1.2 The requirements of the specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete vehicle supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer.
1.3 The specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype trailers constructed or imported by the original manufacturer or by importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or to those military trailers that embody ordnance or missile systems, or to agricultural trailers.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the date as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard, or a UN ECE regulation adopted by the South Africa, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity, and the tests to verify the compliance, apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.3 Requirements for brakes and braking equipment
A vehicle shall be fitted with braking equipment that complies with the relevant requirements given in SABS ECE R13, Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles of categories M, N and O with regard to braking, to the level of ECE R13.0S.
For the purposes of braking requirements for a semi-trailer bus, the vehicle shall be considered as a category O commercial vehicle. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8708.30 - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof No - Description
- Brakes and braking equipment of motor vehicles in categories O3/O4
a) category O3 are trailers with a maximum mass exceeding 3,5 metric ton but not exceeding 10 metric ton; and
b) category O4 are trailers with a maximum mass exceeding 10 metric ton
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8708.30.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 05 April 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 April 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No.32916 , 5 February 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category O3/O4
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for vehicle models of category O3 and O4 designed or adapted for operation on a public road at speeds greater than 40 kph, including new vehicle models and vehicle models not previously registered or licensed in South Africa.
This specification also covers vehicles of category O3 and O4 designed and adapted for the purpose of the carriage of passengers, as in a semi-trailer bus, and these are also subject to further relevant requirements of the specification for category M2 and M3 motor vehicles (buses).
1.2 The requirements of the specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete vehicle supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer.
1.3 The specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype trailers constructed or imported by the original manufacturer or by importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or to those military trailers that embody ordnance or missile systems, or to agricultural trailers.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the date as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard, or a UN ECE regulation adopted by the South Africa, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity, and the tests to verify the compliance, apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.4 Pneumatic braking system connections
A vehicle shall be fitted with a pneumatic braking system that complies with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1477-1, Pneumatic braking system connections between drawing and drawn vehicles Part 1: Contact type couplings, SABS 1477-2, Pneumatic braking system connections between drawing and drawn vehicles - Part 2: Palm type couplings and SABS 1477-3, Pneumatic braking system connections between drawing and drawn vehicles - Part 3: The arrangement of connections on vehicle, using contact type or palm type couplings. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8708.30.90 -- Other Yes Pneumatic braking system connections of motor vehicles in categories O3/O4 - Description
- Pneumatic braking system connections of motor vehicles in categories O3/O4
a) category O3 are trailers with a maximum mass exceeding 3,5 metric ton but not exceeding 10 metric ton; and
b) category O4 are trailers with a maximum mass exceeding 10 metric ton
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
