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67 Pa. Code § 171.106. Power lift uprights, barriers and chain on elevator-type lifts through the floor.

§ 171.106. Power lift uprights, barriers and chain on elevator-type lifts through the floor.

 (a)  Heavy-duty padded panels shall extend above floor level on the nonentrance and nonexit sides of the special service opening to prevent school children from falling into the lift opening when the lift is lowered. The width of the panels shall be equal to the depth of the floor opening.

 (b)  A covered chain shall be fastened to the rear panel with a hook and eye fastener for attachment to the forward panel.

 (c)  A padded barrier shall be placed in front of all forward-facing passenger seats that do not have another seat in front of them, as required by FMVSS No. 222. See Appendix A.

Authority

   The provisions of this §  171.106 issued under the Vehicle Code, 75 Pa.C.S. § §  4103, 4551—4553 and 6103.

Source

   The provisions of this §  171.106 adopted September 13, 1996, effective September 14, 1996, 26 Pa.B. 4411.



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