Illinois Administrative Code › Title 92 - TRANSPORTATION › Part 436 - INSPECTION PROCEDURES FOR MULTIFUNCTION SCHOOL ACTIVITY BUSES › Appendix E - Filter, Oil through Frame and Body

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 28, July 12, 2024
a) FILTER, OIL
PROCEDURES/SPECIFICATIONS:
A "full flow" replaceable element or cartridge type
				engine oil filter of approximately 1 liter (1 quart) capacity shall be
				installed. The purchaser may specify additional "full flow" or "by-pass" type
				filters, or oil treatment devices.
REJECT VEHICLE IF:
Oil filter leaks or does not meet
				requirements.
b) FIRE EXTINGUISHER
PROCEDURES/SPECIFICATIONS:
Pressurized dry-chemical gauge type approved by
				Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., with a rating of not less than 10 B.C.,
				mounted in bracket and readily accessible. Sealed with a type of seal that will
				not interfere with operation. If stored in locked compartment, compartment must
				be labeled. Halon fire extinguishers (10 B.C.) are approved.
REJECT VEHICLE IF:
Gauge does not indicate in the calibrated or marked
				"Full Charge" area. Seal is broken. Extinguisher is not mounted, not in a quick
				release holder or not labeled in compartment, if applicable. Improper rating.
				Missing.
c) FIRST AID KIT
PROCEDURES/SPECIFICATIONS:
Kit shall be readily identifiable, removable, and
				mounted in a readily accessible place in driver's compartment - either in full
				view or in secured compartment (see LOCKED COMPARTMENT). If not carried in
				compartment, the case shall be dust tight and substantially constructed of
				durable material. The contents shall include, but not be limited to, the
				following:
Unit Type (Minimum Contents)
4" bandage compress - 2 packages
2" bandage compress - 2 packages
1" bandage or adhesive compress - 1 package
40" triangle bandage with two safety pins - 1
Splint, wire or wood - 1
A tourniquet or any type of ointment, antiseptic or
				other medicine shall not be included.
AGENCY NOTE: OSHA approved blood-borne pathogen kits
				are permitted.
REJECT VEHICLE IF:
Kit is not complete or is missing. Dust or other
				visible dirt is present inside case. Minimum number of individual packages or
				boxes are not sealed. Medicine or tourniquet is present. Locked compartment
				containing kit is not labeled. Not mounted in readily accessible
				location.
d) FLOOR AND FLOOR COVERING
PROCEDURE/SPECIFICATIONS:
All portions of the floor that come in contact with
				passengers' or driver's footwear shall be covered with a waterproof material.
				This floor covering shall not crack when subjected to sudden temperature change
				and shall be bonded securely to the floor with a waterproof substance. All
				seams and openings shall be filled with a waterproof sealer.
The floor covering in the aisles and entrance area
				shall be of non-skid, wear-resistant type material commonly used in commercial
				passenger transportation vehicles.
REJECT VEHICLE IF:
Abnormal wear and obstructions are present. Holes or
				openings are present in floors, floor covering, interior engine cover, or
				boots. Metal floor stripping is not securely attached or is broken. Interior
				engine cover is not fastened securely. Floor or floor covering does not meet
				requirements.
e) FRAME AND BODY
PROCEDURES/SPECIFICATIONS:
Visually inspect:
1) Body mounts shall be attached and sealed to the
				chassis cowl so as to prevent the entry of water, dust or fumes through the
				joint between the chassis cowl and the body.
2) Cross members and mounting bolts.
3) Engine mounting bolts.
4) Frame shall extend to rear of body cross
				member.
5) Frame extension is permitted when alterations are
				behind rear hanger or rear springs and not for the purpose of extending wheel
				base.
6) Collision damage detrimental to the safe
				operation of the vehicle.
REJECT VEHICLE IF:
1) Cracked, loose, missing bolts. Any repair done by
				welding body to frame, insulation strip missing.
2) Loose, cracked, broken or missing.
3) Missing, loose.
4) Cracked, broken, bent, rusted to a depth as to
				substantially weaken frame, welding except by body manufacturer.
5) Unless permitted, frame extends past wheel
				base.
6) Collision damage is detrimental to the safe
				operation of the vehicle.