N.J. Admin. Code § 8:41-3.19
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024
Section 8:41-3.19 - Vehicle safety(a) The vehicle shall be maintained in a safe operating condition. The vehicle and all required equipment shall be functional and operable when the MICU, SCTU or AMU is "in-service."(b) The responsibility for the safe operation of each MICU or SCTU shall rest with the crewmembers staffing that vehicle. The responsibility for the safe operation of each AMU shall rest with the pilot.(c) No crewmember shall operate any vehicle without due regard for the safety of the general public or without adhering to all applicable laws, rules and/or regulations. No provider shall allow the operation of any vehicle that is patently unsafe to drive or fly, presents a hazard to personnel and/or bystanders, has not passed New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) inspection or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements (as applicable) or does not display a valid NJMVC or FAA inspection sticker (as applicable).(d) No person shall staff or operate, or be allowed to staff or operate, a MICU, SCTU or AMU: 1. While under the influence of alcohol, narcotics or any substance that substantially compromises a person's decision-making abilities;3. At an excessive rate of speed; or4. While engaging in any illegal conduct.(e) Each vehicle shall be equipped with the following minimum safety equipment: 1. One flashlight, two D-cell size or larger;2. One fire extinguisher, U.L. rated at least 2A 10BC or 3A 40BC. The extinguisher shall have either a valid inspection tag or a gauge indicating that it is fully charged. The fire extinguisher shall be securely mounted in a bracket on the wall, floor or ceiling; and3. MICUs and SCTUs shall be equipped with three portable red emergency reflective safety triangles or three battery-operated flashers. Due to their flammable nature, ground and/or safety flares of any type shall not be carried on any vehicle. N.J. Admin. Code § 8:41-3.19