Direct Vision Standard (DVS)

Fully installed DVS Safety Systems

Under the DVS Directive, all 0-star HGVs over 12 tonnes MUST be equipped with a Safe System to enter Greater London.

All operators who do not meet the star rating requirements must make their applications before the 1st of March. Failure to do so will result in a £550 fine per incident.

Benefit from TFL’s 90-day grace period if you order your Exeros Safe System before the deadline.

Become DVS Compliant

What is DVS? How does the star rating work?

The Direct Vision Standard measures how much an HGV driver can see directly through their cab windows.

DVS uses a star system to rate HGVs from 0 (lowest) to 5 (highest), depending on visibility.

This indicates the level of risk to vulnerable road users, such as people walking and cycling near the vehicle.

IF YOUR VEHICLE DOES NOT MEET THE MINIMUM 1-STAR RATING, YOU WILL NEED TO RETRO-FIT A DVS SAFETY SYSTEM.

**Rating is determined by your vehicle’s manufacturer using the approved DVS protocol. 

** To download the full TFL DVS 2020 guidelines, click here.

Client Success Story

Stephen Sanderson Transport saves on insurance premiums and lawsuits

Stephen Sanderson Transport took the Direct Vision Standard as an opportunity to improve their fleet. Following installation of our DVS Safety Systems, Sanderson Transport saw a 33% decrease in false-claim incidents reported and saved significantly on insurance premiums. Most importantly, though, they immediately noticed a positive impact on driver behaviour and customer satisfaction.

By upgrading your fleet with safety equipment that complies with the DVS ‘Safe System’ and goes beyond it (such as with a full recording system), you can achieve a significant ROI in the first year and increase safety, efficiency and profitability of your fleet.

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