What is BS EN 50436-2-Alcohol interlocks about?
BS EN 50436-2 discusses alcohol interlocks. BS EN 50436-2 specifies test methods and performance requirements for breath alcohol-controlled alcohol interlocks having a mouthpiece. It covers alcohol interlocks intended for general preventive use.
BS EN 50436-2 also applies to alcohol interlocks integrated into other control systems of the vehicle as well as accessory devices connected to the alcohol interlock.
Note 1: BS EN 50436-2 does not apply to:
- Alcohol interlocks intended for use in traffic safety programmes for drink driving offenders (see EN 50436-1),
- Instruments measuring the alcohol concentration in the ambient air in the vehicle,
- Alcohol interlocks not having a mouthpiece,
- Methods of installation and connections to the vehicle.
Who is BS EN 50436-2- Alcohol interlocks for?
BS EN 50436-2 on alcohol interlocks is useful for:
- Alcohol interlocks manufacturers
- Testing laboratories
Why should you use BS EN 50436-2- Alcohol interlocks?
The purpose of alcohol interlocks is to enhance traffic safety by preventing persons with alcohol concentrations exceeding a set limit value from driving a motor vehicle. Alcohol interlocks for general preventive use are the subject of BS EN 50436-2.
Several parameters for example alcohol concentration or breath volume, are provided in BS EN 50436-2 for the purpose of type testing according to BS EN 50436-2 only. BS EN 50436-2 guides you with the general requirements for alcohol interlocks and provides you with general test methods. BS EN 50436-2 helps you manufacture high-quality alcohol interlocks.
