Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016C00773:clause:1_14:p32
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016C00773
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 14 (pt 32/51)
Character Range: 92657–95133

coupled to operate the brakes from a normal driving position.
 (2) The brakes on a trailer must:
 (a) operate automatically and promptly if the trailer breaks away from the towing vehicle; and
 (b) remain in operation for at least 15 minutes after a break‑away; and
 (c) be able to hold the trailer on a 12% upgrade or downgrade while in operation after a break‑away.

6.10  Air or vacuum brakes on a trailer
 (1) If a trailer has air brakes, its braking system must include at least one air storage tank.
 (2) If a trailer has vacuum brakes, its braking system must include at least one vacuum tank.
 (3) An air storage tank or vacuum tank must be:
 (a) built to provide a visible or audible warning to the driver of the towing vehicle, while the driver is in a normal driving position, of lack of air or vacuum that would prevent the brakes from performing as required by clause 6.4; and
 (b) safeguarded by a check valve or other device against loss of air or vacuum if the supply fails or leaks.

Division 4—Additional brake requirements for B‑doubles and long road trains

6.11  Application to road trains more than 19 metres long
  This Division does not apply to a road train that has a length of 19 metres or less, or a vehicle used in a road train of that length.

6.12  Braking system design for a prime mover in a B‑double
 (1) A prime mover used in a B‑double must meet the requirements of second edition ADR 35A or third edition ADR 35.
 (2) A prime mover used in a B‑double must also have an anti‑lock braking system complying with ADR 64/00 if the prime mover:
 (a) was manufactured on or after 1 January 1990; or
 (b) was first used in a B‑double on or after 1 January 1994; or
 (c) is used in a B‑double that includes a road tank vehicle carrying dangerous goods.

6.13  Braking system design for a motor vehicle in a road train
  A motor vehicle that:
 (a) would not otherwise be required to comply with an ADR relating to braking; and
 (b) is used in a road train;
must comply with the requirements specified in either second edition ADR 35A or third edition ADR 35 for the performance of the service brake system, the secondary brake system and the parking brake system.

6.14  Braking system design for a trailer in a B‑double or a road train
 (1) A trailer that:
 (a) would not otherwise be required to comply with an ADR relating to braking; and
 (b) is used in a B‑double or road train;
must comply with the requirements specified in second edition ADR