N.J. Admin. Code § 12:190-6.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 23, December 2, 2024

Section 12:190-6.3 - Motor vehicles on off-the-highway projects

(a) This section shall apply to motor vehicles transporting explosives at off-the-highway projects.

(b) Motor vehicles used for transporting explosives shall be strong enough to carry the load and shall be in good mechanical condition.

(c) When explosives are transported in an open-bodied vehicle, they shall be in an approved transportation day-box and such magazine shall be securely fastened to the truck bed.

(d) All motor vehicles used for the transportation of explosives shall have tight floors and any exposed spark-producing metal on the inside of the body, portable magazine, or closed container, shall be covered with wood or other nonsparking material to prevent contact with the explosives.

(e) Motor vehicles, when used for transporting any quantity of explosives, shall display the placards required by 12:190-6.4.

(f) Each motor vehicle used for transporting explosives shall be equipped with fire extinguishers as follows:

1. Motor vehicles of less than 14,000 pounds gross vehicle weight with at least two extinguishers having a total rating of at least 4-A:20-B:C; and

2. Motor vehicles of 14,000 pounds gross vehicle weight or more and tractor semi-trailer units with at least two or more extinguishers with total rating of at least 4-A:70-B:C.

(g) Only extinguishers listed by a nationally recognized testing agency shall be used on vehicles carrying explosives. Extinguishers shall be equipped with a device permitting visual determination of charged condition.

(h) Extinguishers shall be located where they will be accessible for immediate use.

(i) Extinguishers shall be examined and recharged periodically in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendation.

(j) Where motor vehicles are operated in temperatures at or below 32 degrees fahrenheit, dry powder extinguishers shall be pressurized with nitrogen gas.

(k) A motor vehicle used for transporting explosives shall be inspected each day before use to determine that it is in proper condition for safe transportation. The inspection shall insure that:

1. The fire extinguishers are fully charged and ready for use;

2. All electrical wiring is protected and fastened to prevent short-circuiting;

3. Chassis, motor, pan and underside of body are reasonably clean and free of excessive oil and grease;

4. Fuel tanks, feed lines, and cross-over lines are secure and have no leaks;

5. Brakes, lights, horns, windshield wipers, defrosters, and steering apparatus are functioning properly; and

6. Tires are properly inflated and are not defective.

N.J. Admin. Code § 12:190-6.3