PART 2Subsystems

Essential requirements for project subsystems15

1

For the purposes of these Regulations, the essential requirements for a project subsystem are deemed to be met if the project subsystem conforms with —

a

all applicable TSIs;

b

where paragraph (2) applies, the requirements of all applicable notified national technical rules, subject to any dispensation granted under regulation 46(1); and

c

where such a dispensation applies, any conditions of that dispensation.

2

This paragraph applies to a project subsystem where—

a

there are no applicable TSIs;

b

a relevant TSI does not govern all elements of the project subsystem;

c

a derogation from conformity with the whole or part of a relevant TSI has been granted under regulation 14 in respect of that subsystem; or

d

the Competent Authority has determined under regulation 13 that the whole or part of a TSI does not apply to that subsystem.