Digital requirements for DVSA’s Earned Recognition scheme changed

The DVSA recently sent this circular, which we have reproduced below:

Earned Recognition operators, or those seeking to join the scheme, will not need to have one single fully digital reporting system by 1 April 2022.

The changes have been made following consultation with Earned Recognition members, operators outside the scheme and IT suppliers.

What has changed?

From 1 April 2022, operators may use:

more than one electronic system to collect data
manual maintenance systems, these will still require validation
driver defect reporting systems that will be validated on an individual basis
a mix of electronic systems and manual systems to report key performance indicators (KPIs) and standards data

Key performance indicators (KPIs) and standards required to join and be part of the ER scheme remain unchanged.

What this means for you

The removal of the deadline offers you as an operator more opportunities to meet the reporting requirements and join the scheme.

Industry leading safety

DVSA is satisfied with the range of methods being introduced for maintenance reporting.

Operators on the scheme and those who want to apply can still prove they are maintaining the highest standards of road safety with these changes.

We encourage you to use digital systems where they improve road safety outcomes.

More information

You can find out more about the changes and what this means for you as an operator by visiting GOV.UK.