Self Containment Vehciles
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Part 2Inspection and certification of self-contained motor vehiclesObjective12Objective of this PartThe objective of this Part is to protect the natural environment from contamination and pollution from wastewater and solid waste by ensuring that all certified self-contained motor vehicles provide the prescribed minimum facilities needed to contain the waste that vehicle occupants produce and to be capable of providing the fresh water those occupants require.Requirements for self-containment certification13Requirements for self-containmentThe requirements for self-containment for a self-contained motor vehicle as referred to in section 87U(4)(b) of the Act are as follows:(a)a water supply system that stores and conveys water in a secure manner that prevents contamination of the water:(b)a fixed toilet that collects human waste securely and hygienically:(c)a wastewater system that both stores and collects greywater and blackwater securely and hygienically:(d)a sink that is installed safely and drains to the wastewater system’s tank:(e)a means of loading water into the motor vehicle securely and in a way that does not contaminate that water:(f)a means of disposing of wastewater hygienically to an appropriate outfall:(g)secure rubbish storage:(h)a ventilation system that removes odours from the motor vehicle and minimises the extent to which foul air and gases can enter the motor vehicle.14Requirements for self-containment: further detail(1)In order for a self-containment certification authority to be satisfied that a motor vehicle meets the requirements for self-containment set out in regulation 13, the facilities described in the requirements must—(a)be of sufficient size, volume, and durability to be able to operate for a minimum of 3 days for the maximum number of occupants for which the self-contained vehicle is certified; and(b)be constructed from fittings or items of equipment that are—(i)fit for purpose; and(ii)made from suitable materials, including,—(A)for pipes and fittings that reticulate water, such as taps and valves, materials that will not contaminate water; and(B)for appliances, fixtures, fittings, tanks, pipes, pipe fittings, and valves used in the wastewater system, non-toxic, non-corrodible, and stable materials; and(iii)installed in a sound and appropriate manner, including in particular that—(A)water tanks are securely mounted and capped to avoid damage or leaks from water movement while the motor vehicle is moving; and(B)water reticulation pipes are fitted in a way that ensures they do not fail or leak at the system’s design pressure; and(C)appliances, fixtures, fittings, tanks, and pipes used in a wastewater system are securely fixed or fastened; and(c)meet the specifications set out in regulations 16 to 20.(2)In this regulation, fit for purpose, in relation to an element of a motor vehicle’s self-containment facilities, means the element has been designed for the purpose or function for which it has been used, and it has been installed and is being used in a way that ensures it remains functional for at least the period of the certification.15Critical self-containment elementsThe facilities set out in regulation 13 are the critical self-containment elements referred to in section 87X(3)(a) of the Act.Specifications for facilities of self-contained motor vehicles16Water supply system specificationsIn order to meet the requirement for self-containment relating to a water supply system in regulation 13(a), a motor vehicle’s water supply system must—(a)be capable of storing and reticulating water to the motor vehicle’s other facilities; and(b)be protected from contamination from external sources; and(c)be installed in a manner that—(i)avoids the likelihood of contamination within the system; and(ii)uses components that will not contaminate the water; and(iii)pipes water to sanitary fixtures (such as toilets, showers, and sinks) and sanitary appliances (such as dishwashers) at flow rates that are adequate for the correct functioning of those fixtures and appliances under normal conditions; and(d)be constructed in a way that allows air to enter the tank in order to displace the water leaving the tank; and(e)include pipes and fittings that are made of an opaque material that is suitable for contact with potable water; and(f)include 1 or more water storage tanks that are—(i)protected from the risk of deterioration from sun exposure, either by being—(A)made of a material that is resistant to ultraviolet light; or(B)stored in a way that avoids exposure to sunlight; and(ii)protected from the risk of the growth of legionella bacteria within the tanks, either by being—(A)located away from heating sources; or(B)sufficiently insulated to prevent bacteria growth; and(iii)adequately supported and secured to avoid creating any hazard while the motor vehicle is in motion.17Toilet specifications(1)In order to meet the requirement for self-containment relating to toilets in regulation 13(b), a motor vehicle must have toilets that—(a)are fit for purpose; and(b)are fixed to the motor vehicle with the base of the toilet rigidly mounted in position and do not require removal in order to empty human waste; and(c)drain or flush directly into—(i)a suitably designed and fitted blackwater tank; or(ii)a removable blackwater holding tank.(2)In this regulation, a removable blackwater holding tank means,—(a)if the toilet is a cassette-type toilet, a removable cassette:(b)if the toilet is a waterless toilet, a removable chamber.18Wastewater system specifications(1)In order to meet the requirement for self-containment relating to a wastewater system in regulation 13(c), a motor vehicle must have a wastewater system that—(a)safely and reliably conveys wastewater from the motor vehicle’s facilities to storage tanks or vessels and stores this wastewater securely until the tanks or vessels are emptied; and(b)either stores greywater and blackwater separately or, if greywater and blackwater are combined, stores them as blackwater; and(c)has water drainage pipes that are a sufficient size, watertightness, and gradient to allow for the effective and convenient egress of wastewater from any sinks, basins, and showers into greywater storage.(2)If a motor vehicle’s wastewater system stores greywater separately from blackwater, the storage of greywater referred to in subclause (1)(b) must be in—(a)1 or more fixed tanks that are connected to the motor vehicle; or(b)1 or more portable tanks that are connected to the motor vehicle.(3)The storage of blackwater referred to in subclause (1)(b) (regardless of whether it is made up of blackwater alone or greywater and blackwater combined) must be in—(a)removable cassettes that are compatible with the motor vehicle’s toilet; or(b)1 or more fixed tanks that have an isolating valve that allows the system to be emptied safely.19Loading and offloading mechanism specifications(1)In order to meet the requirement for self-containment relating to a loading and offloading mechanism in regulation 13(e), a motor vehicle must have a water tank inlet that is fitted with a seal capable of preventing the entry of foreign matter into the motor vehicle’s water tanks.(2)In order to meet the requirement for self-containment relating to a wastewater system in regulation 13(f),—(a)any pipes and hoses used for discharging wastewater from the motor vehicle must be of a sufficient size, strength, and durability for the clean, convenient, and safe discharge of wastewater; and(b)the motor vehicle must have appropriate storage for the pipes and hoses used to discharge wastewater that minimises the health risks associated with residual contaminants on the pipes and hoses (if applicable); and(c)the motor vehicle must have sufficient facilities for the safe and secure offloading of waste from a waterless toilet (if applicable).20Ventilation system specificationsIn order to meet the requirement for self-containment relating to a ventilation system in regulation 13(h), a motor vehicle must have a ventilation system that—(a)ensures unpleasant or unhealthy odours and foul air easily escape to the exterior of the motor vehicle; and(b)ventilates wastewater storage tanks directly to the exterior of the motor vehicle to ensure that foul air and noxious gases do not accumulate inside the tanks; and(c)includes vent outlets for wastewater storage tanks that—(i)are installed at a height that safely prevents wastewater leakage; and(ii)terminate outside the motor vehicle and away from doors, windows, or openings; and(iii)are fitted with a means to prevent the entry of birds and vermin into the system; and(d)includes pipes connecting sanitary appliances and sanitary fixtures to wastewater storage tanks that are fitted with a means of limiting the escape of foul air and noxious gases from the tanks to the interior of the motor vehicle, such as a water trap.Part 3Requirements for certificate of self-containment and warrant cardCertificate of self-containment21Details to be set out in certificate of self-containmentA certificate of self-containment issued under section 87U(3)(d) of the Act must include the following information:(a)the name of the owner of the motor vehicle:(b)a statement that the motor vehicle holds a certificate of self-containment:(c)details that identify the motor vehicle:(d)a technical description of the motor vehicle’s self-containment facilities:(e)the name of the self-containment certification authority that issued the certificate:(f)the date on which the self-containment certification authority issued the certificate:(g)the expiry date of the certificate:(h)the maximum number of people for which the motor vehicle is certified for use as a self-contained motor vehicle:(i)the unique number issued to the motor vehicle for the purpose of the certificate and warrant card.Warrant card22Form and content of warrant card(1)A warrant card must set out the following information:(a)the numbers, letters, and any other distinguishing mark shown on the registration plates of the motor vehicle or, if the motor vehicle does not have registration plates, details about the make and model of the motor vehicle:(b)the date of issue of the warrant card:(c)the expiry date of the warrant card:(d)the name of the self-containment certification authority that issued the certificate of self-containment:(e)the maximum number of people for which the motor vehicle is certified for use as a self-contained motor vehicle:(f)the unique number issued to the motor vehicle for the purpose of the certificate and warrant card.(2)A warrant card—(a)must be coloured green; and(b)may include a unique scannable code or symbol, such as a quick response (QR) code or barcode, which enables an enforcement officer to access information on the national register of self-contained motor vehicles about the motor vehicle.23Display of warrant card(1)This regulation applies to a person using a motor vehicle who is required to display a warrant card under section 87Y of the Act.(2)The person must display the warrant card—(a)so that all details of the licence are or, as the case requires, can be made easily visible from outside the motor vehicle; and(b)in accordance with the relevant requirements of subclause (3) or (4).(3)If the motor vehicle does not have a windscreen, the warrant card must be displayed in an upright position—(a)as close as possible to the front left-hand side of the vehicle; or(b)on the towing vehicle, in an upright position on the inside of the windscreen facing outwards on the opposite side to the steering wheel.(4)For any other motor vehicle, the warrant card must be displayed in an upright position on the inside of the windscreen facing outwards on the opposite side to the steering wheel.Part 4Fees and leviesFee for appointment as self-containment certification authority24Fee for appointment as self-containment certification authority(1)A person must pay the fee for the amount set out in subclause (2) if—(a)the person applies under section 87C(1) of the Act to the Board to be appointed as a self-containment certification authority:(b)the person applies under section 87E(1) to the Board to be reappointed as a self-containment certification authority.(2)The amount of the fee is $375.(3)The fee is payable to the Board.(4)The fee specified in subclause (2) is exclusive of goods and services tax.Levy of owners of motor vehicles with certificate of self-containment25Levy for certification of self-contained motor vehicles imposed(1)A person must pay the levy for the amount set out in subclause (2) if—(a)the person applies under section 87U(1) of the Act to a self-containment certification authority for a certificate of self-containment for a motor vehicle:(b)the person applies under section 87V(1) to any self-containment certification authority to renew a current certificate of self-containment for a motor vehicle.(2)The amount of the levy is $104.35.(3)The levy is payable to the self-containment certification authority to which the person applies.(4)A self-containment certification authority that receives a levy must pay the levy to the Board.(5)The levy specified in subclause (2) is exclusive of goods and services tax.Refunds and waivers26Board may refund or waive fees and leviesThe Board may refund or waive some or all of a fee or levy that is payable under these regulations if satisfied that—(a)the refund or waiver is necessary to correct an administrative error; or(b)it is unreasonable or unfair in the circumstances to recover, in whole or part, the fee or levy.Schedule 1Transitional, savings, and related provisionsr 4
Part 1Provisions relating to these regulations as madeThere are no transitional, savings, or related provisions in these regulations as made.Schedule 2Evidence required to satisfy Board that regulation 6 has been metr 7
The evidence required to satisfy the Board that the requirements in regulation 6 have been met is set out in the following table:Regulations Required evidence to be contained in application or other document forwarded by applicantRegulation 6(a) Details of the appointment process from application through to appointment.Details of each step and what must be undertaken in order to move to the next step.Details of what happens at each step if a person does not meet the requirements to move to the next step.Regulation 6(b) Process for checking motor vehicle inspector adherence to formal guidance.Regulation 6(c) Details of a centralised help desk or contact point for motor vehicle inspector queries.Process for providing updates to motor vehicle inspectors.Regulation 6(d) Details of the process whereby a technically competent person reviews each certificate prior to issuing.Regulation 6(e) Proposed auditing plan of motor vehicle inspector performance.Regulation 6(f) Details of information technology facilities that are, or will be, in place.Regulation 6(g) Details of what involvement (if any) the motor vehicle inspector has in any installation or manufacturing operation of the applicant.Details of written procedures for transparently and appropriately managing conflicts of interest.Process whereby a technically competent person reviews each certificate prior to issuing.Details of internal auditing arrangements.Regulation 6(h) Process for receiving and handling disputes and complaints in an appropriate manner.Regulation 6(i) Details of the process to be used to collect and pass on the levy.Rachel Hayward,Clerk of the Executive Council.
Explanatory noteThis note is not part of the regulations, but is intended to indicate their general effect.These regulations, which come into force on 6 December 2023, relate to matters necessary for implementing the certification of self-contained vehicles.Part 1 sets out the process for appointing self-containment authorities and motor vehicle inspectors.Regulation 5 sets out the information that must be contained in an application to the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Board (the Board) for appointment as a self-containment certification authority (an authority).Regulation 6 provides that the Board must be satisfied that the applicant has procedures in place to address all the matters set out in regulation 5.Regulation 7 provides that the evidence required to satisfy the Board of the matters in regulation 6 is set out in Schedule 2.Regulations 8 to 10 set out the timing and information requirements for an application for reappointment as an authority.Regulation 11 specifies the competency requirements that a person must demonstrate in order to be appointed as a motor vehicle inspector by an authority.Part 2 contains the requirements for self-containment certification and the specifications for facilities of self-contained motor vehicles.Regulation 12 provides that the objective of this Part is to protect the natural environment by ensuring that certified self-contained motor vehicles provide facilities for containing waste and providing fresh water.Regulations 13 and 14 list the facilities that qualify motor vehicles for self-containment certification, including a water supply system, a fixed toilet, and a wastewater system, and provide detail as to the natures of these facilities.Regulation 15 provides that the facilities set out in regulation 13 are critical self-containment elements for the purposes of section 87X(3)(a) of the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Act 2006.Regulations 16 to 20 set out the specifications that must be met by the required facilities in regulation 13.Part 3 specifies the requirements for certificates of self-containment and warrant cards, including—the information self-containment certificates must contain (regulation 21):the form, content, and display of warrant cards (regulations 22 and 23).Part 4 specifies the amount of the fees and levies payable under these regulations, including the following:the fee payable to the Board by a person who applies to be appointed or reappointed as an authority (regulation 24):the levy payable to an authority by a person who applies for a certificate of self-containment, or a renewal of this certificate (regulation 25).Under regulation 26 the Board may refund or waive some or all of a fee or levy.Schedule 1 provides for any transitional, savings, and related provisions. There are no transitional, savings, or related provisions in these regulations as made.Schedule 2 sets out the evidence that must be included in an application for appointment as an authority.Regulatory impact statementThe Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment produced a regulatory impact statement on 9 November 2022 to help inform the decisions taken by the Government relating to the contents of this instrument.A copy of this regulatory impact statement can be found at—https://www.mbie.govt.nz/dmsdocument/26456-regulatory-impact-statement-freedom-camping-regulations-nov-22-pdfhttps://treasury.govt.nz/publications/informationreleases/risIssued under the authority of the Legislation Act 2019.
Date of notification in Gazette: 31 August 2023.
These regulations are administered by the Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment.
Part 1Provisions relating to these regulations as madeThere are no transitional, savings, or related provisions in these regulations as made.Schedule 2Evidence required to satisfy Board that regulation 6 has been metr 7
The evidence required to satisfy the Board that the requirements in regulation 6 have been met is set out in the following table:Regulations Required evidence to be contained in application or other document forwarded by applicantRegulation 6(a) Details of the appointment process from application through to appointment.Details of each step and what must be undertaken in order to move to the next step.Details of what happens at each step if a person does not meet the requirements to move to the next step.Regulation 6(b) Process for checking motor vehicle inspector adherence to formal guidance.Regulation 6(c) Details of a centralised help desk or contact point for motor vehicle inspector queries.Process for providing updates to motor vehicle inspectors.Regulation 6(d) Details of the process whereby a technically competent person reviews each certificate prior to issuing.Regulation 6(e) Proposed auditing plan of motor vehicle inspector performance.Regulation 6(f) Details of information technology facilities that are, or will be, in place.Regulation 6(g) Details of what involvement (if any) the motor vehicle inspector has in any installation or manufacturing operation of the applicant.Details of written procedures for transparently and appropriately managing conflicts of interest.Process whereby a technically competent person reviews each certificate prior to issuing.Details of internal auditing arrangements.Regulation 6(h) Process for receiving and handling disputes and complaints in an appropriate manner.Regulation 6(i) Details of the process to be used to collect and pass on the levy.Rachel Hayward,Clerk of the Executive Council.
Explanatory noteThis note is not part of the regulations, but is intended to indicate their general effect.These regulations, which come into force on 6 December 2023, relate to matters necessary for implementing the certification of self-contained vehicles.Part 1 sets out the process for appointing self-containment authorities and motor vehicle inspectors.Regulation 5 sets out the information that must be contained in an application to the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Board (the Board) for appointment as a self-containment certification authority (an authority).Regulation 6 provides that the Board must be satisfied that the applicant has procedures in place to address all the matters set out in regulation 5.Regulation 7 provides that the evidence required to satisfy the Board of the matters in regulation 6 is set out in Schedule 2.Regulations 8 to 10 set out the timing and information requirements for an application for reappointment as an authority.Regulation 11 specifies the competency requirements that a person must demonstrate in order to be appointed as a motor vehicle inspector by an authority.Part 2 contains the requirements for self-containment certification and the specifications for facilities of self-contained motor vehicles.Regulation 12 provides that the objective of this Part is to protect the natural environment by ensuring that certified self-contained motor vehicles provide facilities for containing waste and providing fresh water.Regulations 13 and 14 list the facilities that qualify motor vehicles for self-containment certification, including a water supply system, a fixed toilet, and a wastewater system, and provide detail as to the natures of these facilities.Regulation 15 provides that the facilities set out in regulation 13 are critical self-containment elements for the purposes of section 87X(3)(a) of the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Act 2006.Regulations 16 to 20 set out the specifications that must be met by the required facilities in regulation 13.Part 3 specifies the requirements for certificates of self-containment and warrant cards, including—the information self-containment certificates must contain (regulation 21):the form, content, and display of warrant cards (regulations 22 and 23).Part 4 specifies the amount of the fees and levies payable under these regulations, including the following:the fee payable to the Board by a person who applies to be appointed or reappointed as an authority (regulation 24):the levy payable to an authority by a person who applies for a certificate of self-containment, or a renewal of this certificate (regulation 25).Under regulation 26 the Board may refund or waive some or all of a fee or levy.Schedule 1 provides for any transitional, savings, and related provisions. There are no transitional, savings, or related provisions in these regulations as made.Schedule 2 sets out the evidence that must be included in an application for appointment as an authority.Regulatory impact statementThe Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment produced a regulatory impact statement on 9 November 2022 to help inform the decisions taken by the Government relating to the contents of this instrument.A copy of this regulatory impact statement can be found at—https://www.mbie.govt.nz/dmsdocument/26456-regulatory-impact-statement-freedom-camping-regulations-nov-22-pdfhttps://treasury.govt.nz/publications/informationreleases/risIssued under the authority of the Legislation Act 2019.
Date of notification in Gazette: 31 August 2023.
These regulations are administered by the Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment.