Module 1

Module M1 / M1-L / M1-B

Title: Introduction to Regulation (EU) 2017/2400

Short description

This training session provides a comprehensive introduction to Regulation (EU) 2017/2400 with all its formal elements and associated technical methods. The training can be held in three variants related to the cover vehicle categories (lorries, buses, lorries and heavy buses).

Topics covered

• Purpose and connection with other Regulations in the EU
• Elements explained on the basis of the Articles including technical or formal background
  • Scope
  • Multistage
  • Vehicle groups
  • Electronic tools (obligations, cryptographic hashes, exemptions etc.)
  • The official process from component certification to official results
  • The "license"
  • Basic principles for component testing (certification, standard values, family concepts, conformity of production)
  • Overview on the single component test procedures
  • Basics of verification test procedure (VTP)
  • Topics specific for heavy buses
    • Manufacturer definitions
    • The multistep process in VECTO (general case, special cases)
    • The "Factor method"
• Transitional provisions and application dates
• Outlook on content of next amendment of the Regulation
• Q&A

Net duration of the training (approximate, without breaks)

Complete package (lorries and buses): 7 hours (M1)

Lorries: 5 hours (M1-L)

Buses: 6 hours (M1-B)

Recommended preparation or prior knowledge

It is recommended to read the Articles of Regulation (EU) 2017/2400 once before attending the training session