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MINISTER OF TRANSPORT OF VIETNAM |
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM |
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No: 56/2024/TT-BGTVT |
Hanoi, November 15, 2024 |
CIRCULAR
PROMULGATION OF NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION ON BUS STATION, NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION ON TRUCK STATION, AND NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION ON WEIGH STATION
Pursuant to the Law on Road dated June 27, 2024;
Pursuant to the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety dated June 27, 2024;
Pursuant to Law on standards and technical regulations dated June 29, 2006;
Pursuant to Law on Product and Goods Quality dated November 21, 2007;
Pursuant to Government’s Decree No. 127/2007/ND-CP dated August 1, 2007 on the implementation of certain articles of the Law on standards and technical regulations; Government’s Decree No. 78/2018/ND-CP dated May 16, 2018 on amendments to certain articles of Government’s Decree No. 127/2007/ND-CP dated August 1, 2007 on the implementation of certain articles of the Law on standards and technical regulations;
Pursuant to the Government’s Decree No. 56/2022/ND-CP dated August 24, 2022 defining the functions, tasks, entitlements and organizational structure of the Ministry of Transport;
At the request of Director General of Department of Science, Technology and Environment and Director General of Department for Roads of Vietnam;
The Minister of Transport hereby promulgates a Circular on National technical regulation on bus station, National technical regulation on truck station and National technical regulation on weigh station
Article 1. Promulgated together with this Circular are the National technical regulation on bus station, the National technical regulation on truck station, and the National technical regulation on weigh station. To be specific:
1. National technical regulation on bus station
No: QCVN 45:2024/BGTVT.
2. National technical regulation on truck station
No: QCVN 114:2024/BGTVT.
3. National technical regulation on roadside station
No. QCVN 43:2024/BGTVT.
4. National technical regulation on weigh station
No. QCVN 116:2024/BGTVT.
Article 2. Implementation clauses
1. This Circular comes into force from January 01, 2025.
2. The following Circulars shall cease to have effect:
a) Circular No. 49/2012/TT-BGTVT dated December 12, 2012 of the Minister of Transport on National technical regulation on bus station;
b) Circular No. 73/2015/TT-BGTVT dated November 11, 2015 of the Minister of Transport on National technical regulation on bus station - Amendment 1: 2015;
c) Circular No. 47/2023/TT-BGTVT dated December 12, 2023 of the Minister of Transport on National technical regulation on truck station;
d) Circular No. 48/2012/TT-BGTVT dated November 15, 2012 of the Minister of Transport on National technical regulation on roadside station;
dd) Circular No. 09/2024/TT-BGTVT dated April 05, 2024 of the Minister of Transport on Amendment 01: 2024 QCVN 43:2012/QCVN – National technical regulation on roadside station;
e) Circular No. 28/2024/TT-BGTVT dated July 23, 2024 of Minister of Transport on National technical regulation on weigh station;
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PP. MINISTER |
QCVN 43:2024/BGTVT
NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION ON ROADSIDE STATION
National technical regulation on Roadside station
Introduction
QCVN 43:2024/BGTVT is written by the Department for Roads of Vietnam, requested by the Department of Science, Technology and Environment, approved by the Ministry of Science and Technology, and issued by the Minister of Transport under Circular No. 56/2024/TT-BGTVT dated November 15, 2024.
QCVN 43:2024/BGTVT replaces QCVN 43:2012/BGTVT issued under Circular No. 48/2012/TT-BGTVT dated November 15, 2012 by the Minister of Transport and Amendment 01:2024 QCVN 43:2012/BGTVT - National technical regulation on roadside station issued under Circular No. 09/2024/TT-BGTVT dated April 5, 2024 of the Minister of Transport.
ANNEX
I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1. Scope
1.2. Regulated entities
1.3. Reference
1.4. Interpretation of terms
II TECHNICAL REGULATION
2.1. General provisions
2.2. Regulations regarding to minimum work items
2.3. Regulations on minimum work items
2.3.1. Classification and scope of each type of roadside station
2.3.2. Regulations on parking spaces and access roads to parking spaces
2.3.3. Regulations on rest areas for vehicle operators, passengers, and road users
2.3.4. Regulations on restrooms
2.3.5. Regulations on information provision areas
2.3.6. Regulations on product introduction and sale areas
2.3.7. Regulations on food and beverage service areas
2.3.8. Regulations on filling stations, maintenance and repair workshops, and automobile wash areas
2.3.9. Regulations on water supply and drainage systems
2.4. Regulations on fire and explosion safety, environmental protection
III. REGULATIONS ON MANAGEMENT
IV RESPONSIBILITIES OF ORGANIZATIONS
4.1 Responsibilities of the Department for Roads of Vietnam
4.2 Responsibilities of Vietnam Expressway Authority
4.3 Responsibilities of People's Committees of provinces and central-affiliated cities
V. IMPLEMENTATION
National technical regulation on roadside station
National technical regulation on Roadside station
I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1. Scope
This Regulation stipulates the technical requirements to be complied with in the investment, construction, renovation or upgrade of roadside station.
1.2. Regulated entities
This Regulation applies to organizations and individuals involved in the investment, construction, renovation, upgrade, management, and operation of roadside stations.
1.3. Reference
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- QCVN 01:2020/BCT |
National technical regulation on design requirements for gas stations |
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- QCVN 01-1:2018/BYT |
National technical regulation on quality of clean water for domestic use |
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- QCXDVN 05:2008/BXD |
Construction regulations of Vietnam - Residential and public buildings - Life safety and health |
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- QCVN 07:2010/BXD |
National technical regulation on technical infrastructure of transportation works |
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- QCVN 06:2022/BXD |
National technical regulation on fire safety for buildings and constructions |
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- Amendment 01: 2023 QCVN 06:2022/BXD |
National technical regulation on fire safety for buildings and constructions |
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- QCVN 07:2023/BXD |
National technical regulation on technical infrastructure of urban works |
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- QCVN 10:2024/BXD |
National technical regulation on construction for accessibility for persons with disabilities |
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- TCVN 4319:2012 |
National standard on buildings and public structures - Basic principles for design |
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- TCVN 5687:2024 |
National standard on ventilation and air conditioning - Design requirements |
1.4. Interpretation of terms
1.4.1. Roadside station refers to structures within the road infrastructure, provide services for road users and vehicles participating in traffic.
1.4.2. Access road to the roadside station refers to the road connected from the main road, slip road or collector road to the roadside station.
1.4.3. Parking space refers to area designated for road vehicles to park when vehicle operators and passengers use services at the roadside station.
1.4.4. Information provision area refers to the place where documents, books, newspapers, maps, and other audio-visual equipment are placed for information dissemination.
1.4.5. Product introduction and sale area refers to the place where souvenirs, local specialties and other goods are displayed, introduced, and sold.
II TECHNICAL REGULATION
2.1. General provisions
2.1.1. The connection of access roads to roadside stations must comply with the regulations on road traffic connection.
2.1.2. Roadside stations have these following basic functions:
2.1.2.1. Provide free services for vehicle operators, passengers, and road users. To be specific: parking spaces; restrooms; rest areas; and information provision areas;
2.1.2.2. Provide assistance in rescue, relief, and first aid in traffic accidents or other emergencies;
2.1.2.3. Provide commercial services, such as fuel and energy supply; food and beverage services; product introduction and sale for passengers, vehicle operators, and road users.
2.1.3. Construction and equipment of roadside stations must be built and installed corresponding to the classification of works prescribed in TCVN 4319:2012.
2.1.4. Power, water, lighting, and communication systems of roadside stations must be synchronized, completed, and comply with the regulations in QCVN 07:2010/BXD, TCVN 4319:2012 in order to provide safe, continuous, and stable services to road users and vehicles participating in traffic. The power system that provides power for electric vehicle supply equipment must be synchronized and completed according to the usage needs and investment stages.
2.1.5. Roadside stations must have mobile phone coverage and audio transmission system.
2.2. Regulations regarding to minimum work items
2.2.1. Roadside stations must have at least the following work items:
2.2.1.1. Parking space;
2.2.1.2. Rest area (area with roofing and green spaces with seating for road users, passengers, and drivers);
2.2.1.3. Break room for drivers;
2.2.1.4. Restroom
2.2.1.5. Information provision area specified in point 1.4.4 of this Regulation.
2.2.1.6. Food and beverage service area;
2.2.1.7. Product introduction and sale area;
2.2.1.8. Electric vehicle charging area;
2.2.1.9. Filling station (applicable only to roadside stations serving the expressway operation);
2.2.1.10. Vehicles maintenance and repair workshop (applicable only to roadside stations serving the expressway operation);
2.2.1.11. Rescue, relief, and first aid station (applicable only to roadside stations serving the expressway operation).
2.3. Regulations on minimum work items
2.3.1. Classification and scope of each type of roadside station:
2.3.1.1. Roadside stations are classified into 4 types based on the area and minimum construction items. The areas for each type are stipulated as follows:
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No. |
Category |
Unit |
Type of roadside station |
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Type 1 |
Type 2 |
Type 3 |
Type 4 |
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Total area of the roadside station (minimum area) |
m2 |
10.000 |
5.000 |
3.000 |
1.000 |
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02 |
Parking area (minimum area) |
m2 |
5.000 |
2.500 |
1.500 |
500 |
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03 |
Minimum number of parking slots for electric vehicle charging accounts for 10% of total parking slots; infrastructure investment for charging stations and equipment depends on usage needs and investment stages. |
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Available |
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04 |
Access road |
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Separate access road |
Shared access road with a minimum width of 7.5 meters |
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05 |
Vehicles maintenance and repair workshop |
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Available |
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06 |
Filling station |
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Available |
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07 |
Pavement structure of the parking area |
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Asphalt or concrete pavement with a minimum thickness of 7cm |
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Restroom |
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Area ≥ 3% of the total floor area of work items numbered 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14 in this Table; accessible restroom for persons with disabilities according to QCVN 10:2024/BXD |
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Break room for drivers (minimum area) |
m2 |
36 |
24 |
18 |
18 |
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10 |
Sheltered area and green space with seating (Rest area) |
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Area ≥ 10% of the total floor area of the roadside station (TCVN 4319:2012) |
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11 |
Information provision area |
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Available |
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12 |
Food and beverage service area |
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Available |
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13 |
Product introduction and sale area |
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Available |
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14 |
Rescue, relief, and first aid station |
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Available |
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2.3.1.2. Classification and scope of each type of roadside station:
Scale and service capacity shall be determined on the basis of the traffic flow and specific conditions of the area where the roadside station is located to meet the needs of users.
2.3.2. Regulations on parking space and parking aisle
2.3.2.1. Parking space: Parking slots are designed to meet the parking needs of each type of vehicle, ensuring safety and convenience.
2.3.2.2. The minimum area for a parking space is 40m2 for a passenger automobile or a truck; and 25m2 for a small automobile. Markings are used for delineating parking space. Separate parking space for persons with disabilities must have a minimum area of 25m2 according to QCVN 07:2023/BXD
2.3.2.3. Roads within roadside stations must have proper road signs, lane markings, and an appropriate turning radius with a minimum radius determined along the road centerline not less than 10m according to QCVN 07:2023/BXD in order to ensure traffic flow safety within the roadside station.
2.3.2.4. Parking aisles must be suitable for traffic flow, minimizing conflicts between incoming and outgoing vehicles and pedestrians.
2.3.3. Regulations on rest areas for drivers, passengers, and road users
2.3.3.1. Break rooms for drivers must be equipped with recliners, electric fans or air conditioning;
2.3.3.2. Number of seats of each sheltered area or green space with seating (excluding commercial service areas) shall be determined based on the passenger flow, ensuring that passengers have a resting place when not using the commercial services of the roadside station.
2.3.4. Regulations on restrooms
2.3.4.1. Restrooms must be located in observable areas, convenient for users, and separate from dining and resting areas; directional signs to restrooms must be clear, recognizable, and convenient for users to locate; restrooms for persons with disabilities must be arranged in accordance with QCVN 10:2024/BXD;
2.3.4.2. Restrooms must be designed to prevent leaks, dampness, and odors, ensuring proper ventilation and airflow; the walls, floors, and sanitary wares should be kept clean. The quantity and quality of sanitary wares must comply with the regulations specified for each type of construction according to TCVN 4319:2012;
2.3.4.3. Restrooms must have passive ventilation systems; if the passive ventilation is insufficient, positive input ventilation systems shall be installed in accordance with TCVN 5687:2024;
2.3.4.4. Floor and wall surfaces in restrooms must be constructed using non-absorbent, dirt-resistant, and easy-to-clean materials;
2.3.4.5. Restrooms must be equipped with handwashing sinks, countertops, mirrors, and hooks.
2.3.5. Regulations on information provision areas
2.3.5.1. Information provision areas must be equipped with newspaper stands to provide drivers, passengers, and road users with information on the local economic-social situation, local specialties and culture; tourist destinations, natural resources; roadside station and road networks; and other information as required by competent authorities;
2.3.5.2. Information provision areas must be located in a convenient and accessible place;
2.3.5.3. Depending on the space allocation, roadside stations may have a separate information provision room or share space with other areas.
2.3.6. Regulations on product introduction and sale areas
2.3.6.1. Furniture, shelves, and sales counters must ensure both aesthetic appeal and spaciousness. The interior design layout should be flexible and changeable when necessary;
2.3.6.2. The shopping area must be designed to facilitate movement, viewing, selecting, trying on, and purchasing items.
2.3.7. Regulations on food and beverage service areas
2.3.7.1. Food and beverage service areas must be arranged in a separate area;
2.3.7.2. Food and beverage service areas must have dining tables, seating, and trash cans for for environmental protection.
2.3.7.3. Food preparation area and passenger service area must be separated by a partial wall or designated as separate areas
2.3.7.4. Floor of food and beverage service areas must be made of easy-to-clean materials;
2.3.7.5. Food and beverage service areas must have passive ventilation systems, cooling fans, and exhaust fans. Positive input ventilation systems and air conditioners may be installed depending on the circumstances in accordance with TCVN 5687:2024;
2.3.7.6. Food and beverage service areas must be clean and adhere to the environmental protection regulations; food and beverage products served to customers must adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations.
2.3.8. Regulations on filling stations and vehicle repair workshops
2.3.8.1. Design, construction, and operation of filling stations shall be carried out in accordance with QCVN 01:2020/BCT;
2.3.8.2. Filling stations, vehicle repair workshops, and vehicle washing areas must be arranged in separate areas, with convenient access that do not impact traffic within the roadside station.
2.3.9. Regulations on water supply and drainage systems
2.3.9.1. Water supply system for roadside stations must ensure stable operation, providing an adequate amount of water for usage needs of the roadside station;
2.3.9.2. The quality of water for consumption and domestic use must meet all quality standards specified in QCVN 01-1:2018/BYT and corresponding local technical standards;
2.3.9.3. Drainage system of roadside stations includes wastewater and rainwater drainage systems, ensuring no water accumulation to disrupt the operation of the station and complying with environmental protection regulations.
2.4. Regulations on fire and explosion safety, environmental protection
2.4.1. Roadside stations shall comply with environmental protection regulations stipulated in Clause 2, Article 59 of the Law on Environmental Protection; have a centralized wastewater collection and treatment system as required; and have a rainwater drainage system.
2.4.2. Sufficient equipment, vehicles, and labor force must be available for waste collection, ensuring environmental protection within the management area.
2.4.3. Sufficient trash cans shall be provided in all areas to ensure environmental protection.
2.4.4. Roadside stations with maintenance and repair workshops must have a system for collecting, storing, and treating hazardous waste in accordance with Circular No. 02/2022/TT-BTNMT dated January 10, 2022 of the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment on the implementation of certain articles of the Law on Environmental Protection; implement measures to minimize air pollution, reduce noise, light, and heat emissions that impact the surrounding environment in accordance with QCXDVN 05:2008/BXD.
2.4.4. Roadside station shall be built and equipped with fire and explosion safety equipment and devices in accordance with QCVN 06:2022/BXD.
2.4.5. Regulations on environmental protection shall be published within roadside station areas.
III. REGULATIONS ON MANAGEMENT
A roadside station shall be put into operation after the announcement of its operating unit in accordance with the Circular of the Minister of Transport on the organization, management of road transport by automobiles, and operations of bus stations, parking spaces, roadside stations, and vehicle stopping points; procedures for putting bus stations and roadside stations into operation.
IV. RESPONSIBILITIES OF ORGANIZATIONS
4.1 Responsibilities of the Department for Roads of Vietnam
Organize the implementation of this Regulation on road routes under its management, except as stipulated in point 4.2 of this Regulation.
4.2 Responsibilities of Vietnam Expressway Authority
Organize the implementation of this Regulation on expressways under its management.
4.3 Responsibilities of People's Committees of provinces and central-affiliated cities
Organize the implementation of this Regulation in provinces (excluding road routes and expressways under the management of competent authorities mentioned in points 4.1 and 4.2 of this Regulation)
V. IMPLEMENTATION
5.1. The roadside stations which have been announced before the effective date of this Regulation shall comply with the provisions of QCVN 43:2012/BGTVT and the Amendment 01:2024 QCVN 43:2012/BGTVT shall be reviewed and improved in accordance with this Regulation before January 1, 2026; specifically, electric vehicle charging systems shall be improved before January 1, 2027.
5.2. In cases where the standards, regulations, legislative documents referenced in this Regulation are amended, supplemented, or replaced, the amendments, supplements or replacements shall be applied./.
QCVN 45:2024/BGTVT
NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION ON BUS STATION
National technical regulation on Bus station
Introduction
QCVN 45:2024/BGTVT is written by the Department for Roads of Vietnam, requested by the Department of Science, Technology and Environment, approved by the Ministry of Science and Technology, and issued by the Minister of Transport together with Circular No. 56/2024/TT-BGTVT dated November 15, 2024.
QCVN 45:2024/BGTVT replaces QCVN 45:2012/BGTVT issued under Circular No. 49/2012/TT-BGTVT dated December 12, 2012 by the Minister of Transport and Amendment 01: 2015 QCVN 45:2012/BGTVT - National technical regulation on bus station issued under Circular No. 73/2015/TT-BGTVT dated November 11, 2015 of the Minister of Transport.
ANNEX
1. I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1. Scope
1.2. Regulated entities
1.3. Interpretation of terms
1.4. Reference
2. TECHNICAL REGULATION
2.1. General provisions
2.2. Regulations on minimum work items
2.3. Regulations on areas and work items
2.3.1. Classification of bus station
2.3.2. Regulations on ticket sales area
2.3.3. Regulations on passenger pick-up and drop-off areas
2.3.4. Regulations on waiting areas for vehicles and parking areas for other vehicles
2.3.5. Regulations on waiting areas for passengers
2.3.6. Regulations on restrooms
2.3.7. Regulations on information provision areas
2.3.8. Regulations on water supply and drainage systems
2.3.9. Regulations on fire prevention and fighting
2.4. Regulations on environmental protection
3. REGULATIONS ON MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
3.1. Regulations on management
3.2. Implementation
NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION ON BUS STATION
National technical regulation on Bus station
1. I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1. Scope
This Regulation stipulates the technical requirements to be complied with in the investment, construction, renovation, management, and operation of bus stations.
1.2. Regulated entities
This Regulation applies to organizations and individuals involved in the investment, construction, renovation, management, operation, inspection and announcement of bus stations.
1.3. Interpretation of terms
1.3.1. Access road to the bus station refers to connecting road from the main road, slip road or collector road to the bus station.
1.3.2. Passenger pick-up and drop-off area refers to the parking area where passengers get on or off the bus within bus stations.
1.3.3. Waiting area for vehicles refers to the designated area for passenger vehicles to park while waiting to pick up passengers.
1.3.4. Parking area for other vehicles refers to the designated area for parking other road vehicles at bus stations.
1.3.5. Passenger waiting room refers to an area equipped with seats for passengers while waiting to purchase tickets or get on vehicles.
1.3.6. Information provision system includes Public address system, notice boards, and other audiovisual equipment within bus stations.
1.4. Reference
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QCVN 26:2010/BGTVT |
National technical regulation on noise; |
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QCVN 12:2014/BXD |
National technical regulation on power systems of residential and public buildings; |
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QCVN 01-1:2018/BYT |
National technical regulation on quality of clean water for domestic use; |
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QCVN 13:2018/BXD |
National technical regulation on automobile garages; |
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QCVN 01:2020/BCT |
National technical regulation on design requirements for gas stations |
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QCVN 01:2021/BXD |
National technical regulation on construction planning; |
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QCVN 06:2022/BXD and Amendment 1:2023 QCVN 06:2022/BXD |
National technical regulation on fire safety for buildings and constructions |
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TCVN 3890:2023 |
National technical regulation on fire prevention and fighting -Fire prevention and fighting equipment for housing and buildings- Equipment and arrangement; |
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QCVN 09:2023/BGTVT |
National technical regulation on groundwater quality; |
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QCVN 07:2023/BXD |
National technical regulation on technical infrastructure of urban works; |
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QCVN 10:2024/BXD |
National technical regulation on construction for accessibility and use. |
2. TECHNICAL REGULATION
2.1. General provisions
2.1.1. Vehicles must travel between parking areas and passenger pick-up and drop-off points on roads designated for motor vehicles within bus stations.
2.1.2. Access roads of bus stations must be designed, built, and operated in compliance with regulations on investment, construction, management, operation, exploitation, use, maintenance, and protection of road infrastructure.
2.1.3. The connection of the access road to the bus station must comply with the regulations on road traffic connection.
2.1.4. Roads designated for motor vehicles within bus stations must have road signs and road markings to ensure safe traffic flow for all types of vehicles within the bus station areas.
2.1.5. Bus stations must be built as single-level or multi-level facilities ensuring the minimum functions such as providing services for vehicles entering and exiting the bus station; services for drivers, onboard service staff, passengers, luggage, cargo, and vehicles.
2.1.6. Construction works, walkways, and equipment of the bus stations must be built and installed corresponding to the classification of construction works prescribed in Circular No. 06/2021/TT-BXD dated June 30, 2021 on the classification of construction works and guidelines for application in the management of construction investment, QCVN 01:2021/BXD, and QCVN 10:2024/BXD on ensuring order and safety for passengers, cargo, and vehicles within the bus station areas, ensuring accessibility for persons with disabilities.
2.1.7. Power, water, lighting, and communication systems of bus station must comply with the regulations in QCVN 12:2014/BXD and QCVN 07:2023/BXD.
2.2. Regulations on minimum work items
Each bus station must have minimum work items including:
2.2.1. Administrative office;
2.2.2. Ticket sales area;
2.2.3. Passenger pick-up and drop-off area;
2.2.4. Waiting area for vehicles;
2.2.5. Parking area for other vehicles;
2.2.6. Waiting room for passengers;
2.2.7. Restrooms;
2.2.8. Station access road;
2.2.9. Information provision system;
2.2.10. Vehicle access control system;
2.2.11. Water supply and drainage system;
2.2.12. Electric vehicle charging areas;
2.3. Regulations on areas and work items
2.3.1. Classification of bus stations
Bus stations are classified into 6 types The regulations on the corresponding work items for each type of bus station are as follows:
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No. |
Classification criteria |
Unit |
Type of Bus Station |
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Type 1 |
Type 2 |
Type 3 |
Type 4 |
Type 5 |
Type 6 |
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1 |
Minimum area |
m2 |
15.000 |
10.000 |
5.000 |
2.500 |
1.500 |
500 |
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2 |
Minimum waiting area for vehicles |
m2 |
5.000 |
3.000 |
1.000 |
500 |
160 |
80 |
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3 |
Minimum parking area for other vehicles |
m2 |
2.000 |
1.500 |
900 |
400 |
30 |
20 |
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4 |
Minimum area for passenger waiting room (can be divided into multiple rooms within the station) |
m2 |
500 |
300 |
150 |
100 |
50 |
30 |
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5 |
Minimum number of passenger pick-up and drop-off points |
points |
50 |
40 |
30 |
20 |
10 |
6 |
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6 |
Minimum number of seats in the passenger waiting room |
seats |
100 |
60 |
30 |
20 |
10 |
10 |
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7 |
Air conditioning and electric fan system for the passenger waiting room (minimum) |
- |
The temperature does not exceed 30°C |
Electric fan |
Electric fan |
Electric fan |
Electric fan |
Electric fan |
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8 |
Administrative office area |
- |
Minimum 4.5 m2 per person |
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9 |
Office area for medical services |
- |
Minimum 10 m2 |
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10 |
Restroom area |
- |
>= 5% of the total floor area of the building and not less than 10 m2 |
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11 |
Area for greenery and lawns |
- |
Minimum 2% of the total ground area |
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12 |
Station access road |
- |
Separate |
Shared access road with a minimum width of 7.5 meters |
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13 |
Pathway from the passenger waiting room to the pick-up and drop-off points |
- |
Covered |
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14 |
Structure of road surfaces and yard of the bus station |
- |
Asphalt or concrete road |
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15 |
Information provision system |
- |
Public Address system, electronic notice board system, and automatic information retrieval devices are available |
Public address system and notice board system are available |
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16 |
Vehicle access control system |
- |
Management software and surveillance camera systems are available |
Management software is available |
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17 |
Electric vehicle charging area |
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Available |
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2.3.2. Regulations on ticket sales area
2.3.2.1. Ticket sales areas must be recognizable and convenient for passengers to purchase tickets and access the passenger pick-up points. In front of the ticket sales area, there must be a sign " Khu vực bán vé/Ticket Sales Area" in both Vietnamese and English. Various ticket-selling methods may be used: direct sales, automated ticket machines, electronic information displays, mobile applications to serve passengers in ticket purchases and printing.
2.3.2.2. Information about service quality and other essential information shall be displayed at ticket counters, automated ticket machines, websites, and mobile applications.
2.3.3. Regulations on passenger pick-up and drop-off areas
2.3.3.1. Passenger pick-up areas must be convenient for passenger movement from waiting rooms or ticket sales area.
2.3.3.2. Passenger pick-up areas must have direction signs guiding passengers to waiting areas for vehicles.
2.3.3.3. Passenger drop-off areas must be separate from the pick-up area, allowing passengers to exit the bus station or move to public passenger transport areas.
2.3.3.4. Parking slots for passenger pick-up and drop-off must be marked with painted lines;
2.3.3.5. Bus stations with international transport routes must have separate pick-up and drop-off areas for vehicles on international routes; there must be a sign " Khu vực đón, trả khách quốc tế/International Passenger Pick-up and Drop-off Area" in both Vietnamese and English.
2.3.3.6. For bus stations with bus and taxi services operating within the station area, a designated area must be allocated for buses and taxis to pick up and drop off passengers.
2.3.4. Regulations on waiting areas for vehicles and parking areas for other vehicles
2.3.4.1. The minimum area for one parking slot for a passenger automobile is 40 m2. Markings are used for delineating parking space;
2.3.4.2. Waiting areas for vehicles and parking areas for other vehicles shall be built in the form of a automobile garage and must comply with the regulations specified in QCVN 13:2018/BXD.
2.3.5. Regulations on waiting rooms for passengers
2.3.5.1. For bus stations of Type 1 and Type 2, a separate waiting room for passengers who have purchased tickets shall be organized and arranged;
2.3.5.2. Seats for passengers are arranged according to the regulations on classification of bus station. Seats must be fixed and have aisles between rows;
2.3.5.3. There must be a passageway connecting waiting rooms with the ticket sales area and the passenger pick-up and drop-off area;
2.3.5.4. There must be a lighting system and direction sign “Exit” to guide passengers to the pick-up area.
2.3.6. Regulations on restrooms
2.3.6.1. Restroom direction signs must be clear, recognizable, and convenient for users; Restroom must include facilities to serve persons with disabilities in accordance with QCVN 10:2024/BXD. The location should not impact the environment of other areas within the bus station;
2.3.6.2. Restrooms must be designed to prevent leaks, dampness, and odors, ensuring proper ventilation and airflow; the walls, floors, and sanitary wares should be kept clean.
2.3.6.3. Restrooms must be ventilated and ensure environmental protection;
2.3.6.4. Floor and wall of restrooms should be made of easy-to-clean materials;
2.3.6.5. Drainage system must prevent water accumulation on the floor;
2.3.7. Regulations on information provision system;
2.3.7.1. Information system arranged in the waiting area and ticket sales area includes at least: public address system and information boards;
2.3.7.2. Information provided for each route must include at least: Vehicle license plate, transport unit, route, departure time, ticket price, quality of transport service, lost baggage information;
2.3.7.3. Information specified in points 2.3.7.1, 2.3.7.2 must be provided in Vietnamese and English in bus stations with international transport routes.
2.3.7.4. Information broadcasted through the public address system must be audible from every location within the bus station;
2.3.7.5. Hotlines must be available to receive feedback information from passengers;
2.3.7.6. Information provided at passenger pick-up areas includes at least: vehicle license plate, route, departure time.
2.3.8. Regulations on water supply and drainage systems
2.3.8.1. Water supply systems for bus stations must ensure stable operation, providing an adequate amount of water for usage needs of the bus station;
2.3.8.2. In cases where the bus station self-operates water resources for use, it must meet the criteria specified in QCVN 09:2023/BTNMT; water for domestic use must meet the quality criteria specified in QCVN 01-1:2018/BYT and corresponding local technical regulations;
2.3.8.3. Drainage system of bus stations include wastewater and rainwater drainage systems, preventing water accumulation leading to disrupt the operation of the station and complying with environmental protection regulations.
2.3.9. Regulations on fire prevention and fighting
Regulations on fire prevention and fighting and these following requirements must be ensured when putting the bus station into operation:
2.3.9.1. Bus stations must be built and equipped with fire prevention and fighting equipment in accordance with the regulations in QCVN 06:2022/BXD and the Amendment 1:2023 QCVN 06:2022/BXD, TCVN 3890:2023 and other relevant regulations, suitable for the nature and scale of the bus station;
2.3.9.2. Regulations on fire prevention and fighting must be published in the bus station area.
2.4. Regulations on environmental protection
2.4.1. The implementation of environmental protection regulations in public areas at bus stations shall comply with Clause 2 Article 59 of the Law on Environmental Protection;
2.4.2. Bus stations must apply waste management measures (wastewater, domestic solid waste, normal industrial solid waste, hazardous waste) in accordance with Government’s Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated January 10, 2022 on elaborating some Articles of the Law on Environmental Protection and Circular No. 02/2022/TT-BTNMT dated January 10, 2022 of the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment on elaborating some Articles of the Law on Environmental Protection;
2.4.3. Bus stations located in residential areas comply with noise limits according to QCVN 26:2010/BTNMT.
3. REGULATIONS ON MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
3.1. Regulations on management
3.1.1. A bus station shall be put into operation after the announcement in accordance with the Circular of the Minister of Transport on the organization, management of road transport by automobiles, and operations of bus stations, parking spaces, roadside stations, and vehicle stopping points; procedures for putting bus stations and roadside stations into operation.
3.1.2. The bus stations which have been announced before the effective date of this Regulation shall comply with the provisions of QCVN 45:2012/BGTVT and the Amendment 01:2015 QCVN 45:2012/BGTVT shall be reviewed and improved in accordance with this Regulation before January 1, 2026; specifically, electric vehicle charging systems shall be improved before January 1, 2027.
3.2. Implementation
3.2.1. The Department for Roads of Vietnam is responsible for organizing the implementation of this Regulation.
3.2.2. In cases where the standards, regulations, legislative documents referenced in this Regulation are amended, supplemented, or replaced, the amendments, supplements or replacements shall be applied./.
QCVN 114:2024/BGTVT.
NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION ON TRUCK STATION
National technical regulation on Bus station
Introduction
QCVN 114:2024/BGTVT is written by the Department for Roads of Vietnam, requested by the Department of Science, Technology and Environment, approved by the Ministry of Science and Technology, and issued by the Minister of Transport under Circular No. 56/2024/TT-BGTVT dated November 15, 2024.
QCVN 114:2024/BGTVT replaces QCVN 114:2023/BGTVT issued together with Circular No. 47/2023/TT-BGTVT dated December 31, 2023 of the Minister of Transport.
ANNEX
1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1. Scope
1.2. Regulated entities
1.3. Interpretation of terms
1.4. Reference
2. TECHNICAL REGULATION
2.1. General provisions
2.2. Regulations on minimum work items
2.3. Regulations on areas and work items
2.4. Regulations on environmental protection
3. REGULATIONS ON MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
3.1. Regulations on management
3.2. Implementation
NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION ON TRUCK STATION
National technical regulation on Truck station
1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1. Scope
This Regulation stipulates the technical requirements to be complied with in the investment, construction, management, and operation of truck stations.
1.2. Regulated entities
This Regulation applies to organizations and individuals involved in the investment, construction, renovation, management, operation, inspection and announcement of truck stations.
1.3. Interpretation of terms
1.3.1. Information provision system includes public address system, notice boards, and other audiovisual equipment within truck stations.
1.3.2. Access roads to the truck station refers to connecting road from the main road, slip road or collector road to the truck stations.
1.4. Reference
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QCVN 26:2010/BGTVT |
National technical regulation on noise; |
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QCVN 12:2014/BXD |
National technical regulation on power systems of residential and public buildings; |
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QCVN 01-1:2018/BYT |
National technical regulation on quality of clean water for domestic use; |
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QCVN 05A:2020/BCT |
National technical regulation on production, business, use, storage, and transportation of hazardous chemicals; |
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QCVN 06:2022/BXD and Amendment 1:2023 QCVN 06:2022/BXD |
National technical regulation on fire safety for buildings and constructions |
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TCVN 3890:2023 |
National standard on fire prevention and fighting -Fire prevention and fighting equipment for housing and buildings- Equipment and arrangement; |
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QCVN 07:2023/BXD |
National technical regulation on technical infrastructure of urban works; |
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QCVN 10:2024/BXD |
National technical regulation on construction for accessibility and use. |
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QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT |
National technical regulation on road signs. |
2. TECHNICAL REGULATION
2.1. General provisions
2.1.1. Truck stations shall be separated from the surrounding area by a wall or fence, except for locations within border gates, industrial zones, airports, seaports, inland waterway ports, or other technical infrastructure areas that already have separate walls or fences from the surrounding area..
2.1.2. Access roads of truck stations must be designed, built, and operated in compliance with regulations on investment, construction, management, operation, exploitation, use, maintenance, and protection of road infrastructure.
2.1.3. The connection of the access road to the truck station must comply with the regulations on road traffic connection.
2.1.4. Roads designated for motor vehicles within truck stations must have road signs and road markings to ensure safe traffic flow for all types of vehicles within the truck stations.
2.1.5. Truck stations must comply with regulations on fire prevention and fighting.
2.1.6. Construction works and equipment in truck stations must ensure the safety for people, goods, and vehicles in truck station areas. Truck stations must have separate areas for loading, unloading, and storing flammable, explosive, and hazardous goods (if any).
2.1.7. Power, water, lighting, and communication systems of truck station must comply with the regulations in QCVN 12:2014/BXD and QCVN 07:2023/BXD.
2.1.8. Truck stations involved in the storage, loading, and transportation of hazardous goods must comply with regulations in QCVN 05A:2020/BCT and regulations on the transport of hazardous goods.
2.2. Regulations on minimum work items
Truck stations must have at least the following work items:
2.2.1. Work office and auxiliary facilities;
2.2.2. Restroom;
2.2.3. Access road;
2.2.4. Information provision system;
2.2.5. Water supply and drainage system;
2.2.6. Fire prevention and fighting system;
2.2.7. Parking area for trucks;
2.2.8. Electric vehicle charging area;
2.3. Regulations on areas and work items
2.3.1. Classification of truck station
Truck stations are classified into 6 types The regulations on the corresponding work items for each type of truck station are as follows:
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No. |
Classification criteria |
Unit |
Type of Truck station |
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Type 1 |
Type 2 |
Type 3 |
Type 4 |
Type 5 |
Type 6 |
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1 |
Minimum total area |
m2 |
30.000 |
20.000 |
10.000 |
5.000 |
3.000 |
1.000 |
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2 |
Loading and unloading equipment |
- |
Available |
Available |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
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3 |
2.2.1. Work office and auxiliary works (minimum) |
- |
Available, area as needed |
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4 |
Restroom area |
- |
Available, area as needed |
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5 |
Area for greenery and lawns |
- |
Minimum 1% of the total ground area |
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6 |
Station access |
- |
Separate |
Separate |
Separate |
Shared or separate |
Shared or separate |
Shared or separate |
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7 |
Ground surface |
- |
Asphalt or concrete |
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8 |
Information provision system |
Public address system and driving guidance information |
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9 |
Water drainage system |
Comply with regulations in QCVN 07:2023/BXD |
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10 |
2.2.6. Fire prevention and fighting system; |
Comply with regulations on fire prevention and fighting |
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11 |
Electric vehicle charging area |
Available |
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2.3.2. Regulations on truck parking areas and access roads of truck stations
2.3.2.1. The minimum area for one parking slot for a truck is 30 m2. Markings are used for delineating parking space in accordance with QCVN 07:2023/BXD;
2.3.2.2. Roads within truck stations must have proper road signs, lane markings, and an appropriate turning radius with a minimum radius determined along the road centerline not less than 10m according to QCVN 07:2023/BXD in order to ensure traffic flow safety;
2.3.2.4. Access roads must be designed according to QCVN 07:2023/BXD, minimizing conflicts between incoming and outgoing vehicles and pedestrians. Road signs, barriers, and other traffic safety facilities must be designed and installed according to regulations in QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT..
2.3.3. Regulations on restrooms
2.3.3.1. Restroom direction signs must be clear, recognizable, and convenient for users; Restroom must include facilities to serve persons with disabilities in accordance with QCVN 10:2024/BXD. The location should not impact the environment of other areas within the truck station;
2.3.3.2. Restrooms must be designed to prevent leaks, dampness, and odors, ensuring proper ventilation and airflow; the walls, floors, and sanitary wares should be kept clean.
2.3.3.3. Restrooms must be ventilated and ensure environmental protection;
2.3.3.4. Floor and wall of restrooms should be made of easy-to-clean materials;
2.3.3.5. Drainage system must prevent water accumulation on the floor;
2.3.4. Regulations on water supply and drainage systems
2.3.4.1. Water supply system for the truck station must operate stably, providing an adequate amount of water for usage needs of the truck station;
2.3.4.2. In cases where the truck station self-operates water resources for use, it must meet the criteria specified in QCVN 09:2023/BTNMT; water for domestic use must meet the quality criteria specified in QCVN 01-1:2018/BYT and corresponding local technical regulations;
2.3.4.3. Drainage system of truck stations include wastewater and rainwater drainage systems, preventing water accumulation leading to disrupt the operation of the station and complying with environmental protection regulations.
2.3.5. Regulations on fire prevention and fighting
Regulations on fire prevention and fighting and these following requirements must be ensured when putting the truck station into operation:
2.3.5.1. Truck stations must be built and equipped with fire prevention and fighting equipment in accordance with the regulations in QCVN 06:2022/BXD and the Amendment 1:2023 QCVN 06:2022/BXD, TCVN 3890:2023 and other relevant regulations, suitable for the nature and scale of the truck station;
2.3.5.2. Regulations on fire prevention and fighting must be published in truck station areas.
2.3.6. Regulations on information provision system;
Truck stations that are put into operation must have an information provision that meets the following requirements:
2.3.6.1. Public address system and information boards (or electronic displays); The information on prices of services provided in truck stations must be published;
2.3.6.2. The information specified in point 2.3.6.1 of this Regulation must be provided in Vietnamese and English in truck stations with international transport operations.
2.3.6.3. Information broadcasted through the public address system must be audible from every location within the truck station;
2.3.6.4. Hotlines must be available to receive customer feedback;
2.4. Regulations on environmental protection
2.4.1. The implementation of environmental protection regulations in public areas at truck stations shall comply with Clause 2 Article 59 of the Law on Environmental Protection;
2.4.2. Truck stations must apply waste management measures (wastewater, domestic solid waste, normal industrial solid waste, hazardous waste) in accordance with Government’s Decree No. 08/2022/ND-CP dated January 10, 2022 on elaborating some Articles of the Law on Environmental Protection and Circular No. 02/2022/TT-BTNMT dated January 10, 2022 of the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment on elaborating some Articles of the Law on Environmental Protection;
2.4.3. Truck stations located in residential areas comply with noise limits according to QCVN 26:2010/BTNMT.
3. REGULATIONS ON MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
3.1. Regulations on management
A truck station shall be put into operation after the announcement in accordance with the Circular of the Minister of Transport on the organization, management of road transport by automobiles, and operations of bus stations, parking spaces, roadside stations, and vehicle stopping points; procedures for putting bus stations and roadside stations into operation.
3.1.2. The truck stations which have been announced before the effective date of this Regulation shall comply with the provisions of QCVN 45:2012/BGTVT and the Amendment 01:2015 QCVN 45:2012/BGTVT shall be reviewed and improved in accordance with this Regulation before January 1, 2026; specifically, electric vehicle charging systems shall be improved before January 1, 2027.
3.2. Implementation
3.2.1. The Department for Roads of Vietnam is responsible for organizing the implementation of this Regulation.
3.2.2. In cases where the standards, regulations, legislative documents referenced in this Regulation are amended, supplemented, or replaced, the amendments, supplements or replacements shall be applied./.
QCVN 116:2024/BGTVT
NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION FOR WEIGH STATION ON ROAD
National technical regulation for Weigh Station on Road
Introduction
QCVN 116:2024/BGTVT is written by the Department for Roads of Vietnam, requested by the Department of Science, Technology and Environment, approved by the Ministry of Science and Technology, and issued by the Minister of Transport under Circular No. 56/2024/TT-BGTVT dated November 15, 2024.
QCVN 116:2024/BGTVT replaces QCVN 66:2024/BGTVT on National technical regulation for Weigh Station on Road issued together with Circular No. 28/2024/TT-BGTVT dated July 23, 2024 of Minister of Transport;
ANNEX
1. General provisions
1.1. Scope
1.2. Regulated entities
1.3. Interpretation of terms
1.4. Abbreviations
2. 2. Technical regulation
2.1. Reference
2.2. Minimum required work items of weigh stations on road
2.3. Design requirements for weigh stations on road
2.4. Requirements for technical procedure design of weigh stations on road
2.5. Requirements for infrastructure structures of weigh stations on road
2.6. Requirements for design and placement of road signs at weigh stations on road
2.7. Requirements for main equipment system of weigh stations on road
2.8. Requirements for other equipment systems of weigh stations on road
2.9. Requirements for weighing data
3. Regulations on management
4. Responsibilities of organizations and individuals
5. V. Implementation
APPENDIX A - Illustrative diagrams of weigh stations on road
NATIONAL TECHNICAL REGULATION FOR WEIGH STATION ON ROAD
National technical regulation for Weigh Station on Road
1. General provisions
1.1. Scope
This Regulation specifies technical requirements on design, infrastructure structure, equipment system, and collected data of weigh stations on road.
1.2. Regulated entities
This Regulation applies to organizations and individuals involved in the investment, construction, upgrade, renovation, management, operation, exploitation, maintenance, and evaluation of the suitability of weigh stations on road.
1.3. Interpretation of terms
In this Regulation, terms below are construed as follows:
1.3.1. Weigh station on road (hereinafter referred to as “weigh station”): refers to a structure which is constructed and installed an in-ground mounted dynamic weighing system to automatically and accurately measure axle load, total weight of vehicles participating in road traffic in order to collect, analyze, and evaluate the impact of axle load, total weight of vehicles on the safety of the structure, road traffic safety; detect and handle violations in accordance with the law;
1.3.2. Dynamic weighing system refers to a weigh-in-motion system to automatically and accurately measure axle load, total weight of vehicles participating in road traffic;
1.3.3. Zero chain age point of weigh station on road (hereinafter referred to as “zero chain age point”) refers to the starting point from which the area where the weigh station is constructed and installed according to the chain age;
1.3.4. Weighbridge refers to an area consisting of a load cell (where the weighing equipment is installed) and ramps on both sides of the load cell;
1.3.5. Data collected from weigh stations (hereinafter referred to as “weighing data”): includes the name of the weigh station, chain age, lane, vehicle speed and time passed through the weighbridge, information of vehicle owners, license plate number, images of the license plate, weight of each axle, axle group, total weight of the vehicle, vehicle type, total number of axles, axle structure, axle distance, curb weight of vehicle, semitrailer, or trailer, maximum trailer weight allowed, maximum permissible cargo weight for the vehicle, semitrailer, or trailer, maximum passenger weight allowed of vehicle, comparison results of axle load, total weight of the vehicle with regulations on load, and other necessary information;
1.3.6. Information technology system of weigh stations: includes a license plate recognition camera system, weighing data processing software, communication systems to transmit data, computer system, server, and other supporting software and devices.
1.4. Abbreviations
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ABBREVIATION |
TERM |
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DBVN |
Vietnam Road |
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DLVN |
Vietnamese text measurement techniques |
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GTVT |
Transport |
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KSTTX |
Vehicle weigh control |
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PTZ |
Pan - Tilt - Zoom |
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QCVN |
National technical regulation |
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TCVN |
National standard |
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VMS |
Variable Message Sign |
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IP |
International Protection |
2. Technical regulation
2.1. Reference
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NO. |
DOCUMENT NAME |
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TCVN 4054:2005 |
Roadway - Design requirements |
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TCVN 9385:2012 |
National standard on lightning protection for construction works - Design, inspection, and maintenance guidelines |
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TCVN 9358:2012 |
National standard on grounding systems for industrial construction works - General requirements |
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QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT |
National technical regulation on road signs. |
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QCVN 117:2024/BGTVT |
National technical regulation on expressways. |
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ĐLVN 225:2015 |
Motor vehicle weighting – Testing procedures |
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ĐLVN 48:2015 |
Motor vehicle weighting – Inspection procedures |
2.2. Minimum required work items of weigh stations
2.2.1. Dynamic weighing system:
2.2.2. Camera system for license plate recognition (front plate, rear plate), lane monitoring (front image capture, rear image capture, and panoramic image capture of the vehicle, road traffic violation detection) and overall monitoring (security, order, and traffic monitoring of the weighing area)
2.2.3. Weighing data processing software and license plate recognition software
2.2.4. Server and storage system.
2.2.5. Road sign system.
2.2.6. Power supply system (including backup power supply system).
2.2.7. Data transmission system.
2.2.8. Lightning protection system.
2.2.9. Grounding systems
2.2.10. Technical room or technical cabinet containing equipment.
2.3. Design requirements for construction of weigh station
2.3.1. Weigh stations must be arranged in accordance with the actual terrain and traffic conditions on roads, expressways, traffic gateways, focal goods sources, tollbooths, slip roads connecting to expressways, and position before entering expressways where vehicles must be weighted in accordance with actual traffic conditions.
2.3.2. Designs must include solutions to prevent overloaded vehicles from entering expressways (such as arranging exits for violating vehicles, setting up surveillance camera systems); to control traffic on roads and to prevent vehicles from avoiding vehicle weight.
2.3.3. Designs must include solutions to ensure traffic safety and maintain distance between vehicles, ensure that each vehicle pass through the weighbridge sequentially, and prevent any obstruction of license plates or errors in weighing results.
2.3.4. Automatic weighing instruments can automatically check the operational status of each weighing sensor and detect the malfunctioning weighing sensor (if any).
2.3.5. Weighing data processing software must include functions for data creation, transmission, and automatic storage via the software of weighing instruments and camera system.
2.3.6. Weighing stations located in tollbooth areas or areas with invested infrastructure systems and equipment (concrete roads, camera systems, RFID automobiled readers, signage, gantries, auxiliary equipment) must be designed to maximize the shared use of existing infrastructure systems and equipment.
2.3.7. Illustrative diagrams of weighing stations in Appendix A of this Regulation.
2.4. Requirements for technical procedure design of construction of weigh station
2.4.1. Road signs must be installed before and within the weighbridge to ensure appropriate vehicle speed, safe distance between vehicles, and lane changing in accordance with road signs and markings; and to prohibit unauthorized stopping and parking.
2.4.2. Dynamic weighing system must be installed within the weighbridge to automatically measure the weight of each wheel axle, recognize vehicle license plates, determine technical specifications of vehicles (such as vehicle type, total number of axles, axle structure, axle spacing, vehicle curb weight (including automobiles, semi-trailers, trailers), maximum passenger weight allowed, maximum trailer weight allowed, and maximum permissible cargo weight allowed), record any signs of traffic violations, store and transmit data to the weighing data processing software.
2.4.3. VMS, cameras, warning systems including red rotating lights and alarms, directional arrow signs and weight station staff (if any) shall be arranged after the weighbridge to guide vehicles to follow traffic flow or to request, monitor lane movement out of the expressway or into the processing area (if any) if they are overloaded.
2.4.4. The detection, collection of images, and data as a basis for handling situations must be ensured when vehicle operators fail to comply with vehicle weigh control. To be specific:
2.4.4.1. Cover the license plate so that the license plate detector cannot read the license plate number;
2.4.4.2. Cover, dirty, or obscure part of the license plate or take other actions resulting in incorrect recognition.
2.4.4.3. Drive out of the lane or drive at a speed faster or slower than the speed specified at the weighing station;
2.4.4.4. Fail to maintain the required distance leading to failure in license plate recognition or inaccurate weighing results.
2.5. Requirements for infrastructure structures of construction of weigh station
2.5.1. Weighbridge has a length of ≥ 65 meters, including the area for installing weighing equipment with a length of ≥ 5 meters, a pre-installation area with a length of ≥ 35 meters, and a post-installation area with a length of ≥ 25 meters.
2.5.2. Weighbridge surface is made of concrete, meeting the quality requirements for strength, roughness, and flatness; flat surface (including load cell) must ensure a maximum deviation of ≤ 10 mm (as specified in DLVN 225:2015), meeting the requirements for stable, accurate, and durable operation of the weighing equipment; areas installed with weighing sensors and surrounding areas must have higher load-bearing capacity than normal. The design load used to calculate the thickness of the concrete road surface structure must be based on the forecasted level of overload on the road with a very heavy traffic scale. Weighbridge surface may be made of asphalt concrete if it meets the requirements and technical guidelines provided by the manufacturer, ensuring load-bearing capacity and stable, accurate, and sustainable operation of the weighing equipment.
2.5.3. Road section in the area for installing weighing equipment must have a longitudinal slope of ≤ 1%; road sections in pre-installation area and post- installation area must have a longitudinal slope of ≤ 2%, a transverse slope of ≤ 3%, and a radius of curvature > 1,000 meters.
2.5.4. Transition areas from the asphalt road surface to the concrete road surface must be constructed ≥ 5 m before and after the weighbridge to limit uneven settlement, which could affect the alignment or deformation of the areas equipped with weighing equipment.
2.5.5. Weighbridge must meet requirements for drainage to prevent water logging during rain and localized flooding; ensure the accurate operation of the weighing equipment and and enhance the effectiveness of the traffic safety system.
2.5.6. Road median:
2.5.6.1. Road median which separates lanes designated for automobiles at weighbridge is marked by solid painted lines (combined with reflective studs) or flexible reflective delineators or median barriers to guide and mandate proper lane usage and ensure safety;
2.5.6.2. Road median which separates lanes designated for automobiles and lanes designated for motorcycles and bicycles is made using steel beam guardrails with flexible posts or solid painted lines (combined with reflective studs) or appropriate solutions to guide and enforce proper lane usage, ensure traffic safety, prevent collisions on both sides to minimize danger to road users;
2.5.6.3. On the lane designated for motorcycles and bicycles (if any), height restriction barriers are installed to prevent various types of automobiles from entering.
2.5.7. Gantry:
2.5.7.1. Gantry No. 1: positioned in front and at least 50 m away from gantry No. 2, equipped with lane separation signs, vehicle type signs, minimum distance between vehicles, no parking and no stopping signs, maximum speed, minimum speed allowed for vehicles passing through the weighbridge;
2.5.7.2. Gantry No. 2: positioned at least 15 m away from the starting point of the weighing equipment installation area, equipped with signs indicating minimum distance between vehicles, maximum speed, minimum speed allowed, no parking and no stopping signs, flashing yellow lights, rear license plate reading camera, lane monitoring camera, and lighting;
2.5.7.3. Gantry No. 3: positioned at least 15 m away from the end point of the weighing equipment installation area, equipped with front license plate reading camera, lane monitoring camera, panoramic surveillance camera (including monitoring traffic sign compliance upon receiving an overloaded warning) and lighting;
2.5.7.4. Gantries must be designed suitable to load-bearing capacity and stable operation of installed equipment. The clear height of gantries is ≥ 5,5 m (measured from the the ground to the lowest obstruction hanging on the gantry);
2.5.7.5. In cases where Gantry No. 1 or Gantry No. 3 is not placed, the equipment from those gantries shall be installed on Gantry No. 2 or on columns, cantilevers to ensure the functionality of the front and rear license plate reading cameras, panoramic surveillance cameras, and other equipment (if any).
2.5.8. Electrical cabinet installation columns, computer cases, data transmission systems, control equipment hanging on columns, and VMS placed in road safety corridors or cantilevers, gantries according to the approved project design.
2.5.9. There must be a design solution to prevent overloaded vehicles from entering expressways; slip roads must have appropriate road surface structures and road signs (including VMS, red flashing lights, alarms) for overloaded vehicles to exit expressways to rectify and handle violations in accordance with regulations. There must be a suitable distance between slip roads and the end point of the weighing equipment installation area, ensuring that overloaded vehicles can move onto the exit ramp safely after receiving information from VMS while meeting the minimum safe distance between two vehicles as required. Road signs must be placed at the beginning and end of slip roads to ensure traffic safety.
2.5.10. The maximum use of existing infrastructure and equipment at tollbooths or existing road works (concrete roads, gantries, land division signs, camera systems, and auxiliary equipment) must be considered during the design of the road surface structure.
2.6. Requirements for design and placement of road signs at weigh stations
2.6.1. The design and placement of road signs at weigh stations shall comply with QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT and this Regulation.
2.6.2. “Weigh station ahead” sign: shall be placed at least 01 km and 500 m (if there is no intersection) before the zero chain age point of the weigh station. In cases where there is an intersection within a distance of less than 1 km before the zero chain age point of the weigh station, only one combination sign shall be placed after the intersection. Combination sign shall be placed on a gantry, cantilever, or column, including sign I.427(b) or sign IE.463 (for expressway), with the content “WEIGH STATION” accompanied by sign S.502 “Distance to the sign subject” in accordance with QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT.

Figure 1. Illustration of Weigh station ahead sign
(The number written on sign S.502 depends on the actual distance to the weigh station)
2.6.3. Weigh station road sign: sign I.427b or sign IE.463 (for expressway) in accordance with QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT shall be placed at the zero chain age point of the weigh station on a gantry or column, with the content "WEIGH STATION”.

Figure 2. Illustration of Weigh station sign
2.6.4. Minimum distance between vehicles sign: sign P.121 in accordance with QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT shall be installed on Gantry No. 1 and Gantry No. 2 to control the minimum distance between vehicles, ensuring the accuracy of the license plate recognition camera system. The specific distance value depends on the requirements of each license plate recognition camera system and regulations on the minimum safe distance between two vehicles. Line 7.8 "Line determining the distance between vehicles on the road” and sign P.121 “Minimum distance between two vehicles” shall be placed at the beginning and end of weighing equipment installation area in accordance with QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT.

Figure 3. Line determining the distance between vehicles on the road
(for reference only)

Figure 4. Minimum distance between vehicles sign:
(the value of “30m” is for reference only)
2.6.5. Lane control sign: sign R.412f "Lane for automobiles" and sign R.412g "Lane for motorcycles and bicycles" shall be installed on Gantry No. 1 to divide the lanes for automobiles, motorcycles (including mopeds), and bicycles (including other types of non-motorized vehicles) to ensure that vehicles are in the correct lane before entering the weighbridge. In cases where there is a separate lane for trucks, sign R.412c "Lane for trucks" or other appropriate signs according to QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT shall be used.

(a) Sign R.412f "Lane for automobiles"

(b) Sign R.412g "Lane for motorcycles and bicycles"

(c) Sign R.412c "Lane for trucks"
Figure 2. Illustration of Lane control sign
2.6.6. Maximum and minimum speed limit signs sign P.127 "Maximum speed limit" and sign R.306 "Minimum speed limit" shall be installed in Gantry No. 1 and Gantry No. 2 in accordance with QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT, applicable to vehicles subject to vehicle weigh control that must pass through the weigh station within a specific speed range to achieve accurate measurement results.

Figure 6. Illustration of maximum and minimum speed limit signs
2.6.7. No stopping and parking sign: Sign P.130 "No stopping and parking" shall be installed on Gantry No. 1 and Gantry No. 2 in accordance with QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT.

Figure 7. Illustration of "No stopping and parking" sign
2.6.8. Traffic lights: flashing yellow lights shall be installed on Gantry No. 2 and on height restriction barriers of lanes for non-motorized vehicles and motorcycles (if any) to warn vehicles to reduce speed before entering the weigh station and encountering obstacles.

Figure 8. Illustration of flashing yellow lights
2.6.9. VMS: include electronic signs placed on gantries or columns or cantilevers beyond the weighbridge to provide information on axle weight, total vehicle weight corresponding to the vehicle license plate; guide vehicles to whether continue the route or exit the expressway or enter the designated area for handling overweight vehicles. VMS shall be placed at an observable location so that drivers can receive complete information.
2.6.9.1. Standard notification include:
(1) License plate combined with the single axle load n; (2) License plate combined with the double axle load n; (3) License plate combined with the triple axle load n; (4) License plate combined with the total vehicle weight.
2.6.9.2. Indicate appropriate directions:
(1) In case there is no violation occurring, VMS shall display the blue text “NO VIOLATION, KEEP MOVING”
(2) In case there is any violation, VMS shall display the red text “VIOLATION DETECTED, EXIT THE EXPRESSWAY” or “VIOLATION DETECTED, ENTER VIOLATION HANDLING AREA” and set up a warning system including red rotating lights and alarms, display directional arrow signs to guide the vehicle.
2.6.10. Notification in other areas:
2.6.10.1. Where lane control is necessary, signs indicating lanes designated for each type of vehicle or group of vehicles entering weighbridge shall be arranged on gantries, columns, or cantilevers in front of the weighbridge based on the design of the weigh station and according to QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT;
2.6.10.2. Direction signs, warning signs, and prohibition signs shall be considered to be arranged on gantries, columns, or cantilevers at intersection turning points and lane merging points based on the design of the weigh station and according to QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT;
2.6.10.3. Directional arrows on road surface shall be designed and painted in accordance with QCVN 41:2024/BGTVT.
2.7. Requirements for main equipment system of weigh stations
2.7.1. Dynamic weighing system:
2.7.1.1. Automatically and accurately measure weight of each axle, axle group, total weight of the vehicle participating in road traffic when passing through the weighbridge at a speed ranging from 03 km/h to 120 km/h or a maximum speed suitable for the design speed of the road;
2.7.1.2. Approve and inspect samples with a minimum accuracy level of F10 according to regulations of law on measurement for group 2 measuring instruments; ensuring the maintenance of accuracy, stability, reliability, and sustainability during the interval between inspection periods;
2.7.1.3. Automatically detect vehicle type, axle structure, axle distance, vehicle speed, time, and location when passing through the weighbridge;
2.7.1.4. Control vehicles passing through the weighbridge to weigh axle loads ≥ 30 tons, calculate load-bearing capacity to prevent damage caused by overloaded vehicles;
2.7.1.5. Have a minimum water resistance rating of IP68 or higher, enable to operate 24/7 in all weather conditions and operate independently when disconnected from the control center.
2.7.2. License plate recognition camera system shall recognize both front and rear license plates (including automobiles, tractors, semi-trailers, or trailers, straight trucks towing a trailer); license plate recognition cameras and lane monitoring cameras with 24/7 operation must have a minimum water resistance rating of IP66 or higher.
2.7.3. Panoramic surveillance cameras are 24/7 PTZ cameras with a minimum water resistance rating of IP66 or higher, perform 24/7 security surveillance and traffic control within areas under all weather conditions. The camera installation location must be determined to achieve the maximum efficiency.
2.7.4. Weighing data processing software system and license plate recognition camera system shall be integrated into a system, integrated all information and data obtained; extract vehicle registration information in the database on road traffic order and safety or databases of competent authorities on vehicle registration; determine parameters, data on weight, type, time, speed, location of the vehicle passing weighing equipment or lane where the weighing equipment is placed; recognize license plates; analyze images or signals to detect vehicles violating road traffic rules, statistics, reports; meet the requirements for linking, transmitting, exploiting, and using weighing data of entities charged with managing weighing station and competent authorities; ensure the integrity, completeness, and continuity of weighing data.
2.7.5. Lightning protection system and grounding system for the entire work of weighing station must meet the requirements of TCVN 9385:2012 and TCVN 9358:2012.
2.8. Requirements for other equipment systems of weigh stations
2.8.1. Server and storage system must be able to process and store weighing data (such as weighing results, lane surveillance video files, images of vehicles passing through the weighing station) for a minimum of 1 year and meet the requirements of competent authorities to serve post-inspection work; weighing data used for collecting, analyzing, and evaluating the impact of vehicle load on road safety (excluding images of vehicles) be stored for a minimum of 10 years. Computer software must ensure information security in accordance with regulations, prevent interference, alteration, or modification of data obtained from weighing device systems, ensure the integrity, completeness and continuity of weighing data.
2.8.2. Lane control monitors (if any) must be industrial computers with processing speed and stable operation in off-site environments (such as temperature, humidity, dust, corrosion, rain, wind, storms); computer configuration must meet the design requirements, ensuring the integrity, completeness, and continuity of weighing data.
2.8.3. Data transmission system must have a backup mode to ensure continuous operation and avoid incidents to the weighing station equipment system; synchronize and share data with relevant authorities.
2.8.4. Power supply system must operate 24/7 and automatically transfer power sources. Power backup devices serve to supply power to computers and other devices in the event of a power outage and an external battery with adjustable capacity is required. The power and capacity of the power backup devices are selected to meet the 24/7 operation requirement of the aforementioned devices during backup power operation.
2.8.5. Technical cabinet is an outdoor specialized cabinet with a minimum IP54 rating, thermal insulation system, forced ventilation system, door lock, and remote alarm system when its door is opened.
2.8.6. Weighing data exploitation equipment system (computers, printers, and other devices used to manage and exploit weighing data) must be connected for data transmission with the weighing system software to exploit, process weighing data, and ensure information security in accordance with regulations.
2.8.7. Information technology system must meet the requirements according to cybersecurity levels; ensure data access control, prevent interference, alteration, or modification of data obtained from weighing device systems, including images captured by camera systems.
2.9. Requirements for weighing data
2.9.1. Weighing data for each operation is displayed in written form or in electronic data.
2.9.2. Weighing data is connected and shared with traffic command centers and other relevant authorities in accordance with regulations. Data connection and sharing methods comply with the Law on Electronic Transactions (connection and sharing through intermediate systems or direct connection between information systems and databases when intermediate systems are inaccessible or governing bodies of intermediate systems assess that such intermediate systems fail to satisfy requirements for data connection and sharing)
2.9.3. Evaluation results of weighing data in a specific period or number of trials must ensure a minimum accuracy of 93% (except in cases where the license plate is obstructed, obscured, dirty, deformed, unidentifiable; the license plate is issued against the law; the vehicle deviates from lane, fails to maintain a proper distance, or fails to ensure the required speed at the weighing station; the registration and inspection data of the vehicle cannot be accessed due to objective reasons).
3. Regulations on management
3.1. Weighing stations must be invested, built, and put into operation and exploitation in accordance with this Regulation.
3.2. Declaration of conformity with regulations:
3.2.1. Before putting a weighing station into operation, the conformity of its system and equipment must be declared in accordance with Clause 2.7 and 2.9 of this Regulation as specified in Circular No. 28/2012/TT-BKHCN dated December 12, 2012 of Minister of Science and Technology on declaration of standard conformity and declaration of technical-regulation conformity and method to assess the conformity with standards and technical regulations, amended by Circular No. 02/2017/TT-BKHCN dated March 31, 2017 on amendments to some Articles of Circular No. 28/2012/TT-BKHCN .
3.2.2. The declaration of conformity with regulations must based on the results of certificate of conformity issued by conformity assessment bodies designated by the Department for Roads of Vietnam according to Circular No. 09/2009/TT-BKHCN dated April 8, 2009 of Minister of Science and Technology on guidelines for the requirements, procedures, and designation of conformity assessment bodies or recognized in accordance with Circular No. 27/2007/TT-BKHCN dated October 31, 2007 of Minister of Science and Technology on signing and implementation of agreements for the mutual recognition of conformity assessment results.
3.2.3. Conformity assessment methods applicable to weighing station are method 8 (specified in Appendix II of this Regulation on declaration of standard conformity and declaration of technical-regulation conformity and method to assess the conformity with standards and technical regulations attached to Circular No. 28/2012/TT-BKHCN dated December 12, 2012, amended by Circular No. 02/2017/TT-BKHCN);
3.2.4. Organizations and individuals which have their conformity certified shall register the conformity declaration at the Department of Transport where they are registered to conduct business activities.
4. Responsibilities of organizations and individuals
4.1. Vietnam Register shall connect, share, and use vehicle registration data as required.
4.2. Organizations and individuals investing in, managing, operating the weighing station project shall:
4.2.1. Invest in construction, upgrade, renovation, management, maintenance, putting into use and operation of weighing station project in accordance with this Regulation;
4.2.2. Declare conformity of weighing station system stipulated in Section 3.2 of this Regulation; assess the cybersecurity of information technology system as required;
4.2.3. Connect and use vehicle registration as per regulations;
4.2.4. Connect and share weighing data with traffic command centers and other relevant authorities in accordance with regulations.
4.3. Conformity assessment bodies shall assess and issue certificates of conformity for weighing stations in accordance with this Regulation.
5. Implementation
5.1. The phrase "Trạm kiểm tra tải trọng xe" in the name of weigh stations invested in and put into operation according to the regulations in QCVN 66:2024/BGTVT shall be replaced with "công trình kiểm soát tải trọng xe" in accordance with this Regulation. Both phrases mean "weigh station".
5.2. The Department for Roads of Vietnam is responsible for organizing and inspecting the implementation of this Regulation.
5.3. In cases where the standards, regulations, legislative documents referenced in this Regulation are amended, supplemented, or replaced, the amendments, supplements or replacements shall be applied./.
APPENDIX A - Illustrative diagrams of weigh stations on road

Figure A-1: Illustration diagram of the general model of weighing station

Figure A-2: Illustration diagram of the general model of weighing station (01 lane)

Figure A-3: Illustration diagram of the model of weighing station
(01 lane, before tollbooth)

Figure A-4: Illustration diagram of the model of weighing station (multiple lanes, before tollbooth)

Figure A-5: Illustration diagram of the model of weighing station (01 lane, after tollbooth)

Figure A-6: Illustration diagram of the model of weighing station (multiple lanes, after tollbooth)















