Section 408.17422. Fire apparatus tires and rims.

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(1) A thorough visual inspection of the tread and sidewall areas of fire apparatus tires for cuts, cracks, splits, or bruises, including a tread depth measurement, shall be made at least annually. A record of this inspection shall be maintained for a minimum of 10 years.

(2)   A tire shall be replaced if 1 of the following occurs:

(a)   The average tread depth is worn to 5/32 of an inch or less.

(b)   The tread depth at any 1 location is 2/32 of an inch, or less.

(c)   A cut or crack exposes the cord fabric.

(3)     A replacement tire shall meet or exceed the standards of the original tire furnished with the apparatus.

(4)    Fire apparatus tires and rims shall be inspected inside at least once every 10 years.

(5)   All breakdown of fire apparatus tires shall comply with General Industry Safety Standard Part 72 “Automotive Service Operations,” as referenced in R 408.17405.

History: 1979 AC; 1988 AACS; 2001 AACS; 2013 AACS; 2016 MR 8, Eff. April 19, 2016.

                    
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