(03 Jan 2016, 11:25 am)GX03 SVC wrote Bitey as usual, Robert?

Never tried putting a pram or wheelchair onto a step-entrance vehicle.......?

(03 Jan 2016, 11:15 am)GX03 SVC wrote No doubt we'll start to see the arguments from spotters about the PSVAR/DDA regulations.

In my opinion, these regulations are the way forward to making all buses accessible for pushchairs, wheelchairs and the elderly. If the entrance to the bus is too tight, it's a struggle to get on and there will be more reasons.

I'd hate to have seen what buses would be like without these regulations to be honest.

(01 Jan 2016, 9:17 pm)Adrian wrote DVSA should be policing it through spot checks. Not sure whether this will also be covered as part of an MOT going forward though?

It's always going to be a case that people will report it too, so I can't see any operators running the risk.

(13 Jan 2016, 12:45 am)Davie wrote Is this https://flic.kr/p/C8gBsr DDA Compliant?

(13 Jan 2016, 12:52 am)GX03 SVC wrote Up until the 20th. Should really be replaced now if it isn't PSVAR compliant.

(13 Jan 2016, 8:56 am)Adrian wrote My understanding is that the 20 day thing is if you're registering or stepping in for a service, in what would be defined an emergency registration. It's not there for if you can't be bothered to get your house in order.

(13 Jan 2016, 9:09 am)Dan wrote That's all that I could find, too. It only concerns destination displays, rather than non-DDA buses in general:

"If the vehicle is providing a temporary service (e.g. rail replacement) or is an emergency replacement vehicle on the route in question it may not be possible to display the route and destination in all the usual places. In such cases a temporary sign must be displayed and must show the correct route number (if any) and the correct destination displayed on the front or nearside of the vehicle as close as practicable to the front entrance. The route and destination need not be illuminated at night. These relaxations apply only for the first 21 days of operation of such services."

Source: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/3260/sstopublicservicevehicle5990.pdf

The PSVAR guidance states "the Regulations apply to all buses and coaches operating to a published timetable." Nightingale Coaches are currently running a temporary service (28C) whilst Go North East's 28 service is diverted. The published timetable is available here; however, I note that the vehicle is operating with no destinations at present (but does have some vinyls with the route number at the front and back of the bus). I wonder if Nightingale Coaches realise that they have just over a week to arrange for destination displays to be fitted on what is potentially a leased/hired vehicle?

Source: https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/178430/response/453073/attach/3/PSVAR%20Guidance.pdf

(30 Jan 2016, 10:25 am)BusLoverMum wrote Side destination display on 641 flashing on and off.

(31 Jan 2016, 12:51 pm)Andreos1 wrote 8271 has issues with its rear blind.
I was following it earlier and the destination seems to be a bit iffy.

(31 Jan 2016, 2:43 pm)steam wrote We operate a local service that carries schoolchildren (fare payers and education passes) as well as general public
My question is
If I stop claiming BSOG, stop carrying general public and  carry schoolchildren only could I use a non DDA bus on this route
Also would I have to send a 56day variation to notify commissioner I would no longer carry public

(31 Jan 2016, 3:39 pm)tyresmoke wrote My understanding is that if you make it a closed contract (ie none fare paying) then you can use a non DDA vehicle.
This would then mean you could only take pre-paid (off-bus) and passes though.
Yes the bus service registration would have to be cancelled I think?

(31 Jan 2016, 3:39 pm)tyresmoke wrote My understanding is that if you make it a closed contract (ie none fare paying) then you can use a non DDA vehicle.
This would then mean you could only take pre-paid (off-bus) and passes though.
Yes the bus service registration would have to be cancelled I think?

(02 Jan 2016, 11:46 am)citaro5284 wrote First ANE bus I see in 2016.......MPD 1800 and no working rear destination.

(03 Jan 2016, 11:03 am)GX03 SVC wrote Thanks, will pass that onto the person I know once I see him again.

(02 Feb 2016, 12:35 pm)citaro5284 wrote Just seen this bus again this morning and it is still not working.

(02 Feb 2016, 1:20 pm)GX03 SVC wrote Its been reported but there aren't any guidelines saying that the rear blind should be illuminated? I'll chase that up.

(02 Feb 2016, 1:30 pm)Dan wrote Yes there is.

(2) A regulated public service vehicle shall be fitted with a route number display on the rear of the vehicle 

(3) Any route number display shall be capable of displaying 
© characters that are provided with a means of illumination

https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/178430/response/453073/attach/3/PSVAR%20Guidance.pdf

(04 Jan 2015, 6:06 pm)tyresmoke wrote The wording is "commercial advertising should not detract" from the clarity of the destinations and that "Other major points on the route can be included but they should not detract from the clarity of the ultimate destination"