Updated proposal with comments.

German-language presentation on ISOFIX child seat and top tether positioning

Proposal for a new UN Regulation concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to fuel system integrity and safety of electric power train in the event of a rear-end collision.

Proposal to transpose provisions of UN Global Technical Regulation No. 7, Phase 2 (GTR7-PH2) into UN Regulation No. 17.

Proposal to clarify seat-belt reminder requirements for adjustable rear seats and the transitional provisions.

Proposal from the experts from Japan and the European Commission on behalf of the Task Force to amend the requirements concerning post-crash electrical safety in the event of frontal collision and aligns with those of UN Global Technical Regulation No.20

Proposal prepared by the experts from Japan and the European Commission on behalf of the Task Force to amend the requirements concerning post-crash electrical safety in the event of lateral collision.

Proposal prepared by the experts from Japan and the European Commission on behalf of the Task Force to amend the requirements concerning specific requirements for the electric power train.

Proposal by the expert from EC on behalf of the Drafting Task Force to align the UN Regulation with the revised General Safety Regulation of the European Union – appropriate transitional provisions, and minor adaptations and clarifications to the existing requirements. This proposal will allow contracting parties to apply an enlarged head impact zone for regulatory compliance testing.

The proposal was prepared by the expert from the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) to clarify aspects the current procedure, formalises the assessment practice and aims to improve the transparency and consistency of Type Approval testing results.

Proposal by the expert from the Netherlands, aiming to achieve an identification of hydrogen-fuelled buses and trucks which is consistent with already existing regulated identification for Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) fuelled buses. The background for the additional labelling would help emergency services to determine how to approach these vehicles in case of a fire. This proposal extends the scope to N2/N3 vehicles due to the wider use and introduces consistency for the installation of labels

Proposal prepared by the experts from Japan and the European Commission on behalf of the Task Force to amend the requirements concerning post-crash electrical safety in the event of frontal collision. It aligns the technical provisions with post-crash electrical safety in global technical regulation (UN GTR) No. 20.

Updated draft text proposal prepared by JASIC.

HIT and WAD discussion for assessment of deployable pedestrian protection systems.

Input for the draft provisions on deployable pedestrian protection systems under GTR 9 and UN R127.

Proposal to transpose the provisions on minimum number of anchorage points and location of lower anchorages from Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3).

Proposal to align the 08 series with previous series of amendments with regard to approval authority notification of modifications that affect technical performance and/or documentation.

Proposal to prohibit new type approvals under UN R44 from [1 September 2020] via the introduction of new transitional provisions. The purpose is to ensure that further child restraint system approvals are made under the UN R129. The proposal also further clarifies the text to explicitly prohibit non-integral belt guides and other seating devices offered separately from the child restraint system.

Proposal to update a reference with the new European Committee for Standardization (CEN) published EN 71-3:2019 on 10 April 2019 and to delete a cut-and-paste error in Annex 6, Appendix 2 taken from UN R44 referring to ECRS as in the “restricted” category which does not exist in UN R129.

Proposal to update a reference with the new European Committee for Standardization (CEN) published EN 71-3:2019 on 10 April 2019, to delete a cut-and-paste error in Annex 6, Appendix 2 taken from UN R44 referring to ECRS as in the “restricted” category which does not exist in UN R129, and to reconcile and consolidate various references to tolerances for the internal geometry assessment.

Proposal to clarify the requirements for the type approval category of booster seats over 135 cm, to update a reference with the new European Committee for Standardization (CEN) published EN 71-3:2019 on 10 April 2019, to delete a cut-and-paste error in Annex 6, Appendix 2 taken from UN R44 referring to ECRS as in the “restricted” category which does not exist in UN R129, and to reconcile and consolidate various references to tolerances for the internal geometry assessment.

Consolidated update of UN R22 from the informal working group on protective helmets, including:

• Reference headforms (shape, dimensions)
• Oblique impact test method of measuring rotational acceleration
• Product of the spectral distribution of radiation of the signal light and standard illuminant D65
• High speed particle test for visors, and
• Test for photochromic, liquid crystal visors.

Proposal to remove restrictions on the scope of the Regulation to M1 and N1 vehicles, to provide appropriate transitional provisions and to make minor adaptations and clarifications to the existing requirements.

Proposal from a drafting task force to:

• Align UN Regulations with the provisions of the revised General Safety Regulation of the European Union, thus, expand the scope of the UN Regulation No. 137,
• Provide appropriate transitional provisions, and
• Make minor adaptations and clarifications to the existing requirements.

Proposal to specify a head restraint height between 720 mm and 830 mm including a new method for measuring the effective height of head restraints, use of the Biofidelic Rear Impact Device (BioRID II) test dummy, and to improve the overall text. This proposal also eliminates the backset measurement test procedure using the HRMD method.

Proposal for a new UN Regulation for the type approval of M1 vehicles with a total permissible mass not exceeding 3,500 kg and of N1 with regard to fuel integrity and safety of high voltage systems in case of a rear-end collision. This proposal aligns rear impact (UN R34) and electric vehicle safety (UN R100) requirements with the new EU General Safety Regulation and with GTR 20 on electric vehicle safety.

ANEC calls for support for proposal to improve UN Regulation No. 44 on Child Restraint Systems to ensure the highest protection practicable for children travelling by car.

The Russian Approval Authority had concluded that the product brand “Braxx”, type “Smart Kid Belt” approved according to UN Regulation No. 44, approval No. E20 44R-04 4013 granted by Poland on 11 July 2017, cannot be considered as a child restraint system.

NHTSA-sponsored project to research, develop, document, and demonstrate REESS assessment and discharge procedures with enabling technology and architecture requirements (if needed), including device concepts, which may be commonly integrated into REESS designs for the safe management, removal, and handling of stranded energy of an inoperative REESS.

Counter-proposal to document GRSP/2019/18 to address pedestrian safety and active suspensions (a system which could change the vehicle height while driving (up to a defined driving speed, e.g. up to 39 km/h)). Since the vehicle height has an influence on the headform test area (WAD) and on the test results for legform tests, all possible vehicle heights up to a driving speed of 11.1 m/s (40 km/h) should be considered to be relevant for impact with a pedestrian.

Comments submitted by Israel on behalf of an association of motorcycle helmet communications equipment manufacturers.

Proposal to modify document GRSP/2020/8 in order to clarify the test procedure for the height of head restraints in the case of vehicles having a low roof construction.

Call for support for the draft Supplement 18 to UN R44 intended to clarify that certain belt-guides and straps can be eligible for type-approval only as a part of a Child Restraint System and not as a free-standing Child Restraint System.

Proposal to amend the transitional provisions: Extensions can be granted to CRS of group 2/3 and group 2 until 1 September 2023 according to paragraph 17.19. However, according to paragraph 17.21, no extensions shall be granted to CRS other than Group 3. In order to align these paragraphs and avoid misinterpretation, the document proposes that the date in paragraph 17.21 should be amended to 1 September 2023.

Proposal to clarify the transitional provisions in document GRSP/2020/4.

Republic of Korea views on the amendment contents based on research regarding definition of the head test area.

Proposals for “tasks and deliverables” with regard to enhanced child restraint systems and alternative seating configurations enabled by automated driving.

Proposal to clarify aspects of document GRSP/2020/03, which is based on documents GRSP-66-11 (Digital User Guide) and GRSP-66-12 (Test Report Template) introduced during the 66th GRSP session. The proposed amendments are based on feedback received from stakeholders.

Proposal for amendments to the injury assessment criteria for frontal and rear impact to specify limit values for tension force and flexion moment measured in the upper neck of the Q0, Q1 and Q1.5 dummies.

Proposal to update the draft 01 series proposal (GRSP/2020/10) to include recommendations with regard to place and dimensions of the labels on vehicles.

Proposal to modify the informal document GRSP-67-12 from the Netherlands regarding labeling provisions.

Proposal to clarify provisions, especially regarding the head-form tests.

At the December 2019 GRSP session, the Commission proposed to amend the scope of UN R44 to clarify that a belt guide cannot be approved without being part of a child restraint system (paragraph 1.2). The amendment was agreed by the GRSP and sent to WP.29 together with the proposal from IC/ANEC on the phase out of the R44 (ECE/TRANS/WP.29/GRSP/2019/28) for consideration at its June 2020 session.

Upon further examination, the Commission identified that its proposed amendment was not in line with the General Guidelines for UN regulatory procedures and transitional provisions in UN Regulations. In reconsidering the drafting, the Commission concluded that de jure, a ‘guide strap’ and similar devices cannot be separately approved as a child restraint system under the current wording of UN R44.

For that reason, the Commission proposes to withdraw its initial draft amendment. The Commission underlines that the withdrawal of its draft amendment does not change its understanding of paragraph 2.8.8. of Regulation 44 that approvals granted to guide straps that are not part of a child restraints systems are not valid.

Proposal to align the definition of REESS with that adopted under UN R100.

Proposal to align the definition of REESS with that adopted under UN R100.

Proposal to modify document GRSP/2020/6 in order to resolve the pending issue of the definition of REESS as well as to clarify the transitional provisions.

Proposal to align the definition of REESS with that adopted under UN R100.

Proposal to align the REESS definition in the new UN Regulation of fuel system integrity and electric power train safety in the event of a rear-end collision with the definition adopted under UN R100.

Proposal to address requirements for Safety Belt Reminders in some particular vehicle designs and clarify the continued validity of an exemption in the transitional provisions.

Consolidated proposal based on document GRSP/2020/3 to clarify aspects the current procedure, formalize the assessment practice and improve the transparency and consistency of Type Approval testing results. The document incorporates proposals for Digital User Guide and Test Report Template pursuant to discussions on document GRSP-67-16.

GRSP proposal to transpose provisions of UN Global Technical Regulation No. 7, Phase 2 into UN Regulation No. 17.

GRSP proposal to align requirements for post-crash electrical safety with UN GTR 20, to align the definition of REESS with UN R100, and clarify the transitional provisions.

GRSP proposal to align the requirements concerning post-crash electrical safety with UN GTR 20 and the definition of REESS with UN R100.

GRSP proposal to improve the definition of REESS and align the regulation with the requirements regarding post-crash safety with UN GTR 20.

GRSP proposal to align the regulation with post-crash electrical safety requirements of UN GTR 20 and to align the definition of REESS with UN R100.

GRSP proposal to align the definition of REESS with UN R100.

GRSP proposal GRSP proposal to clarify seat-belt reminder requirements for adjustable rear seats and the transitional provisions.

GRSP proposal to clarify seat-belt reminder requirements for adjustable rear seats and the transitional provisions.

Proposal for transitional provisions to phase out UN R44 starting from 1 September 2021. From 1 September 2023, Contracting Parties will not be obliged to accept type approvals issued in accordance with UN R44. Nonetheless, approvals for vehicle specific “built in” or specific vehicle “built in” child restraint systems issued according to the 04 series of amendments will continue to be accepted.

Commented version of WP.29/2020/109 submitted for the November WP.29 session.

Proposal for annexes concerning test procedures for deployable pedestrian protection systems.

Proposal to clarify the test procedure for the height of head restraints in the case of vehicles having a low roof construction.

Proposal to enable the approval of helmet accessories independently of the helmet manufacturers pending the establishment of provisions for the approval of accessories compatible with approved helmets.

Proposal to clarify transitional provisions of the 05 series of amendments to UN R95 (document WP.29/2020/108).

Proposal to introduce provisions for a Digital User Guide.

Proposal to clarify provisions including the Test Report Template and Dimension Assessment Method.

Proposal to align UN R134 with UN R67 and UN R110 with regard to labelling requirements and to assist emergency services in determining appropriate responses in case of fire.

Proposal to clarify transitional provisions of the 02 series of amendments to UN R137 (document WP.29/2020/110).

Proposal to clarify that specific vehicle belted Enhanced Child Restraint Systems (ECRS) may be fitted with a support leg, top tether and lower tether attachments. This proposal also amends the existing support leg volume to improve the compatibility between the support leg volume and the Child Restraint Fixtures used for accessing the external dimensions of an ECRS.

Report on heavy vehicle testing discussions.

Proposal to avoid trade barriers for aftermarket accessories being used by riders until specific requirements for the homologation of accessories independent from the helmets are defined.

Proposal for amendments to the injury assessment criteria for frontal and rear impact to specify limit values for tension force and flexion moment measured in the upper neck of the Q0, Q1 and Q1.5 dummies.

Request for a GRSP to establish a task force to develop Q dummy specifications under the resolution on test devices.

Presentation concerning the approval of helmet accessories sold separately.

Proposal to delete the mass restriction (“a maximum permissible mass not exceeding 3,500 kg”) for M₁ vehicles from the scope.

Proposal to amend the definitions and specifications as well as the Annex 1, Part 1. It is a revised counterproposal to document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/GRSP/2019/18 submitted by Germany and the OICA informal document GRSP-67-07.

Proposal to clarify that the minimum prescribed dimensions of a CRS do not restrict the maximum dimensions of CRS.

Proposal to clarify the requirements for the location of ISOFIX systems in case the vehicle type is equipped with rearward facing seats.

Proposal to introduce provisions for a Digital User Guide.

Proposal to clarify that specific vehicle belted Enhanced Child Restraint Systems (ECRS) may be fitted with a support leg, top tether and lower tether attachments.