Trans 301.18 History History: Cr. Register, March, 1982, No. 315, eff. 4-1-82; am. Register, April, 1997, No. 496, eff. 5-1-97.

Trans 301.19 Trans 301.19 Fire extinguisher.

Trans 301.19(1) (1) Each HSV shall be equipped with a fire extinguisher mounted in full view in the driver’s compartment or mounted inside a compartment in the driver’s area if the compartment is in plain view and is labeled “Fire Extinguisher” in red letters to indicate its location. An automobile or station wagon may have the fire extinguisher mounted in the luggage area provided there is an indication on the dash that the fire extinguisher is so located.

Trans 301.19(2) (2) Fire extinguishers may be locked or kept in a locked compartment provided it is not locked when passengers are being transported. This subsection may not apply to the cargo area of an automobile.

Trans 301.19(3) (3) The fire extinguisher shall be at least a 10 BC rating.

Trans 301.19(4) (4) All extinguishers shall be kept fully charged and sealed.

Trans 301.19(5) (5) All extinguishers shall be in a bracket or receptacle to secure it to the vehicle.

Trans 301.19(6) (6) CO2 extinguishers are prohibited from use in an HSV.

Trans 301.19 History History: Cr. Register, March, 1982, No. 315, eff. 4-1-82; am. (1), (2) and (6), Register, April, 1997, No. 496, eff. 5-1-97.

Trans 301.20 Trans 301.20 First aid kit.

Trans 301.20(1) (1) Every HSV shall carry a first aid kit. The container shall be moisture and dust proof. It shall be secured in the vehicle.

Trans 301.20(2) (2) The kit shall be a 10 unit kit or larger containing the following:

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Trans 301.20(3) (3) All units shall be in a sanitized package.

Trans 301.20 History History: Cr. Register, March, 1982, No. 315, eff. 4-1-82.

Trans 301.21 Trans 301.21 Fuel tank and fuel system integrity.

Trans 301.21(1) (1) In addition to the requirements under 49 CFR 393.65, 393.67 and 393.69, all fuel systems and tanks shall be maintained free of leaks.

Trans 301.21(2) (2) All fuel lines shall be fastened in a manner that will prevent wear.

Trans 301.21 History History: Cr. Register, March, 1982, No. 315, eff. 4-1-82; am. (1), Register, April, 1997, No. 496, eff. 5-1-97.

Trans 301.22 Trans 301.22 Heaters.

Trans 301.22(1) (1) In addition to the requirements under 49 CFR 393.77, a heater shall maintain an inside temperature of not less than 50° fahrenheit throughout the HSV at average minimum January temperatures as established by the U.S. department of commerce, weather bureau, for the area in which the bus is to be operated.

Trans 301.22(2) (2) The heater hose shall be adequately supported to guard against excessive wear or abrasion and may not interfere with or restrict the driver. Heater hose or lines inside the driver or passenger compartment shall be shielded to prevent accidental contact by driver or passengers.

Trans 301.22 History History: Cr. Register, March, 1982, No. 315, eff. 4-1-82; am. Register, April, 1997, No. 496, eff. 5-1-97.

Trans 301.23 Trans 301.23 Instruments and gauges.

Trans 301.23(1) (1) Every HSV originally equipped with any of the following instruments, warning devices, or gauges shall be maintained with that equipment or a comparable replacement in good working condition:

Trans 301.23(1)(a) (a) Air pressure or vacuum, where air or vacuum brakes are used with low energy supply warning system.

Trans 301.23(1)(b) (b) Ammeter, voltmeter or electrical capacity.

Trans 301.23(1)(c) (c) Fuel.

Trans 301.23(1)(d) (d) Oil pressure.