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In the New Year, FORS Standard Version 7.1 comes into effect.
Some changes have been made to the requirements for cameras and object detection systems to enhance safety and operational efficiency, particularly focusing on false alerts for trailers.
FORS summary of changes for their new version states
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“S6: Vehicle safety equipment Rewording and additions that encourage evolving best-practice, but with limited additional requirements For articulated vehicles, sensors shall be suitably positioned on the tractor unit to provide sufficient coverage but preventing activation solely on articulation of the trailer Vehicles of Direct Vision Standard Three-star or above, or with equivalent Progressive Safe System through the London HGV Permit Scheme are considered to meet S6 blind spot vision aids requirements FORS operators shall show consideration for the tolerance of cameras in older vehicles in their fleet replacement plans” |
Our supplier, Brigade Electronics, are industry leaders for safety and object detection equipment. They work closely with legislators and accreditation programmes to make sure their products are up to specification.
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What you need to know about FORD Version 7 |
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Trailer articulation cannot trigger false alerts.
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FORS now mandates MOIS technology. This requires you to fit sensors that alert the driver of a vulnerable road user (VRU) in front of the vehicle. |
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If your vehicle’s Direct Vision Standard (DVS) star rating is three stars or higher, you will meet the FORS S6 blind spot vision aid requirements. |
Vehicle cameras should now be installed to eliminate front and side blind spots.
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Have a look at our object detection products here
If you’d like to discuss the FORS object detection requirements further, please get in touch
01543 270270
sales@ukautomotive.co.uk
