General UAE Legal Questions LawCabinet Resolution No. (83) of 2022 Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar)

Article (1) Definitions In the application of the provisions of this Resolution, the following words and expressions shall have the meanings indicated opposite each of them unless the context requires otherwise: United Arab Emirates (UAE). : State Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology. : Ministry Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology. : Minister

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Cabinet Resolution of 2022 Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar) 2 The Federal and Local Government Authorities in the State that falls within its jurisdiction to implement any of the provisions of this resolution. : Competent Authorities Any Governmental Entity, whether Federal…

Article (2) Objectives This Resolution aims to: 1. Compliance of new Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar) used in the UAE in accordance with the requirements of this resolution and not exceeding the Permissible Measurement Errors. 2. Improving the quality of Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar) used and ensuring the accuracy of the resulting measurements to protect the rights of road users in accordance with the best international standard specifications and metrological legislation.

Article (3) Scope of Application The provisions of this resolution shall apply to the ultra-short wave Doppler Radar Device for measuring road speed, laser-based Radar Devices, or any other devices or modern global technology issued later for measuring Vehicle Speed. These devices are hereinafter referred to as the “Product”.

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Article (4) Responsibilities 1. The Ministry shall be responsible for receiving and studying requests concerning registering the Product and granting it the Conformity Certificate in accordance with the provisions of this Resolution. Also, the Ministry may appoint an acceptable Conformity Assessment Authority to assess the Product conformity, in accordance with the Cabinet Resolution concerning the UAE Law for the Control of Conformity Assessment Bodies. 2. The Supplier shall obtain a Conformity Certificate for the product before it is put on the market or supplied to the Owner entities in accordance with the requirements of this resolution. 3. Traffic Departments in Police Departments shall…

Article (5) Card The product card includes the following information: a. Manufacturer and trademark name. b. Item number. c. Factory or commercial agent address. d. Device Serial Number. e. Determine which accessories need to be connected with the device. f. Any other information provided in accordance with the instructions of the Manufacturer or Owner of the Radar.

Article (6) Climatic Conditions 1. The product shall be able to withstand the climatic conditions in the UAE that may affect its operation including temperature, humidity, vibration, wind speed and rain.

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Cabinet Resolution of 2022 Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar) 6 2. Type approval and Conformity Assessment tests shall include evidence of passing tests for these climatic conditions. 3. The cabins used for the product shall comply with the standards approved by the relevant authorities.

Article (7) Measurement Units The legal units of measurement approved in the UAE are km/hour. To express a measure of speed.

Article (8) General Requirements for Product Control Operations 1. UAE Traffic Departments shall not use or install a product that has not been confirmed to ensure that the maximum error allowed in this resolution is not exceeded. Confirmation shall be repeated periodically annually and after performing any maintenance operations that may affect the main tasks. 2. The Ministry or the entity authorised by it shall provide all the necessary tools for Confirmation and Calibration, provided that the reference standards are serialized to the national standards in the UAE National Metrology Institute or the international standards and have a valid Calibration certificate from Calibration laborator…

Article (9) Additional Requirements for Automatic Equipment and Accessories The Ministry or the entity authorised by it shall conduct the following tests on automatic equipment and accessories before starting Confirmation operations: 1. All routine operational tests and recording of results for automatic equipment and product accessories placed in use. 2. Perform a visual inspection of the lighting unit. 3. Confirm the time measurements used with at least three readings. 4. Check all lights, ignition switches, controls, connectors and additional components for proper operation.

Article (10) Product Testing Requirements 1. UAE Traffic Departments shall conduct all routine operating tests and record the results. 2. The operating frequency of the product is measured within the operating range specified by the Manufacturer and the results are recorded. 3. The product measurements are confirmed to cover the entire scope of control, taking into account the speeds specified in the UAE. 4. The proper operation of the product is confirmed in accordance with the relevant standard specifications and the results are recorded and documented. 5. Ensure that general safety standards are available for products used in the operation and maintenance of the product.

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Article (11) Operation Rules 1. The product shall be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in the Manufacturer's user manual and approved by the type certification body. 2. The Manufacturer user manual should include the following: a. Device operation theory. b. Interpretation of the general operating plan. c. Precise specifications for normal operating conditions. d. All types of operation. e. Information about the main causes of errors. f. Possibility of retrieving all quantities affecting the measurement. 3. In the case of products designed to operate without supervision, the measurements shall be proven to be within the Maximum Permissible Error limits and this…

Article (12) Confirm Vehicle Identity The vehicle identity (such as the colour and plate number of the vehicle) shall be determined in accordance with the technical requirements of the International Organization for Legal Metrology (OIML) standard specification No. R 91 and the technical requirements of the vehicle registration and licensing authorities.

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Article (13) Type Declaration and Conformity Assessment Measures 1. The Supplier shall obtain a Conformity Certificate for the product Measuring Devices before placing them in general use in accordance with the procedures of the registration system in the Emirates Conformity Assessment System (ECAS). 2. Obtain a Conformity Certificate, importers or Manufacturers of products shall submit a Conformity Certificate Assessment for the approved type issued by an internationally recognised body such as: a. Type approval certificates issued by the International Organization for Legal Metrology in accordance with OIML R91. b. Notified Bodies in accordance with EU Directives. 3. All products used shal…

Article (14) Metrological Confirmation Requirements The Confirmation of products shall be carried out by the Ministry or any entity authorised by it to carry out metrological Confirmation operations to confirm the accuracy of speed and time measurements using Calibration devices bearing Calibration certificates issued by accredited laboratories. The entity owning these products bears the costs of Confirmation, Calibration and transfer of standards. 1. Initial Confirmation: a. All products shall undergo initial inspection before being put into use. b. The products shall be subject to visual inspection tests to ensure that there are no deformities or deviations. c. That the products pass the t…

Article (15) General Provisions 1. The Ministry shall be responsible for implementing the provisions of this Resolution. For that purpose, it may take the measures it deems appropriate, and it may delegate some of its powers and functions.

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Cabinet Resolution of 2022 Concerning the Technical Regulations for Vehicle Speed Measuring Devices (Radar) 11 2. This Resolution shall not prevent inspectors of the Competent Authorities from conducting other examinations to ensure that the detergents comply with the mandatory requirements stipulated in other legislations. 3. All parties concerned with implementing this resolution shall provide the Ministry with all the assistance and inf…

Article (16) Repeals Any provision that violates or contradicts the provisions of this Resolution shall be repealed.

Article (17) Publication and Enforcement This Resolution shall be published in the Official Gazette and it shall be enforced (180) days after the date of its publication. Mohammed Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum Prime Minister Issued by Us: On: 18 Muharram 1444 A.H. Corresponding to: 16 August 2022 AD

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