New New Tachograph Centre Opening Soon!

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Doncaster Tachograph Centre

We are thrilled to announce the opening of our brand new Tachograph Centre! This state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide top-notch services and support for all your tachograph needs. Here’s what you can expect:

Opening Date

June 1, 2024

Location

Anthony Robson Commercial Sales & Repairs, Planet Rd, Adwick-Le-Street, Doncaster, DN6 7AW

Our Services

  • Tachograph Installations: Ensure your vehicle complies with the latest regulations.
  • Calibration Services: Accurate and reliable tachograph calibrations.
  • Repairs and Maintenance: Expert technicians ready to handle any issues.
  • Consultation and Support: Professional advice on all aspects of tachograph use and compliance.

Why Choose Us?

  • Experienced Team: Our staff are highly trained and experienced in all things tachograph.
  • Latest Technology: We use the most up-to-date equipment and methods.
  • Customer-Centric: Your satisfaction is our top priority.
  • Quick Turnaround: Efficient service to get you back on the road swiftly.

Contact Us

For more information or to book an appointment, please contact us at:

Stay tuned for more updates and we look forward to serving you at our new Tachograph Centre!

This new centre is set to become the hub for all your tachograph requirements. We are excited to bring these services closer to you and support your business with the best in tachograph technology and expertise.

In the UK, tachograph calibration and usage are governed by strict legislation to ensure road safety and compliance with EU regulations. Here’s a detailed overview of the relevant legislation:

Tachograph Calibration Legislation in the UK

Key Regulations

  1. Regulation (EU) No 165/2014: This regulation sets out the requirements for the construction, installation, use, and testing of tachographs. It mandates regular calibration and inspections to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  2. The Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations 2005: This complements the tachograph regulations by setting limits on driving hours and rest periods, which the tachograph records.
  3. The Drivers’ Hours and Tachographs (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019: Post-Brexit, this regulation adapts EU laws to fit the UK’s framework, ensuring continued compliance with the standards set by EU regulations.

Calibration Requirements

  • Initial Calibration: When a new tachograph is installed, it must be calibrated to ensure accurate recording of driving and rest times.
  • Periodic Calibration: Tachographs must be recalibrated at least every two years. The calibration involves checking the accuracy of the recording equipment and verifying that it complies with legal standards.
  • Specific Triggers for Calibration: Tachographs must be recalibrated if:
    • The vehicle registration number changes.
    • The vehicle’s characteristic parameters (such as tire size) are altered.
    • The tachograph undergoes repairs or replacements.
    • The tachograph records are not accurate or malfunctioning.

Calibration Process

  1. Certified Workshops: Calibration must be performed by authorized workshops certified by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
  2. Calibration Seals: After calibration, the tachograph unit is sealed to prevent tampering. These seals can only be broken by certified technicians.
  3. Calibration Certificate: A certificate is issued after each calibration, which must be kept in the vehicle and presented during inspections.

Enforcement and Penalties

  • Regular Inspections: Vehicles are subject to roadside inspections and audits to ensure compliance with tachograph regulations.
  • Penalties for Non-Compliance: Operators and drivers can face fines, penalties, and even imprisonment for serious breaches of tachograph regulations. Non-compliance can also lead to the suspension or revocation of operator licenses.

Digital Tachographs

With the advent of digital tachographs, the legislation also includes:

  • Data Storage and Retrieval: Digital tachographs store data that must be downloaded regularly and retained for at least one year. This data must be made available during inspections.
  • Driver Cards: Drivers must use their personal digital tachograph cards to record their driving activities, ensuring individual accountability.

Key Points for Operators and Drivers

  • Ensure all tachographs are calibrated as per the required schedule.
  • Use only DVSA-certified workshops for tachograph installations and calibrations.
  • Keep all calibration certificates and records accessible for inspections.
  • Regularly download and store digital tachograph data to avoid penalties.
  • Stay updated with any changes in legislation, especially post-Brexit adaptations.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) guidelines.

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