BS EN 50436-2:2014+A1:2015

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.