Division (a) Initial training or appropriate examination

The initial training provided by the Member State or by an authorised training centre of the Member State shall cover at least the following topics:

1. (i)

   vehicle technology:

   • braking systems,

   • steering systems,

   • fields of vision,

   • light installation, lighting equipment and electronic components,

   • axles, wheels and tyres,

   • chassis and bodywork,

   • nuisance and emissions,

   • additional requirements for special vehicles,

2. (ii)

   testing methods;

3. (iii)

   assessment of deficiencies;

4. (iv)

   legal requirements applicable on the vehicle condition for approval;

5. (v)

   legal requirements relating to roadworthiness testing;

6. (vi)

   administrative provisions relating to vehicle approval, registration and roadworthiness testing;

7. (vii)

   IT applications relating to testing and administration.