The agenda for each OHEEG meeting shall facilitate discussion to enable the OHEEG to act to advance the best interests of the members of SMMT in any area that affects off-highway engines and equipment. It will do this by:
Monitoring and influencing, UK, European and International off-highway engine and equipment related legislation and standards. Representing the viewpoints of working group members at the respective national and international legislation and standards forums. Representing the viewpoint of the working group engine manufacturers at EUROMOT meetings Seeking to promote one set of technical requirements on an international scale whether for legislation or standards, reflecting the needs of the different categories of equipment and devices whether Original Equipment or after market. Supporting working group members in all technical areas concerned with manufacturing environment. Providing advice and recommendations to the SMMT technical boards and Environmental Policy Committee. Ensuring co-ordination with the UK government departments on off-highway engine and equipment matters, On matters of Type Approval certification, the working group will seek from and provide guidance to the SMMT Type Approval working group.
