N.J.A.C. 13:20 — ENFORCEMENT SERVICE (Subchapter 1 to 53C)

Seat frames may be equipped with attachments or devices to which belts, restraining harnesses, or other devices may be attached. Attachment framework or anchorage devices, if installed, shall conform to FMVSS No. 210 (49 CFR § 571.210), incorporated herein by reference, as amende…

(a) Flexibility in seat spacing to accommodate special devices shall be permitted to meet passenger needs. (b) School buses may be equipped with track seating.1. The floor track shall be recessed into the floor with the top of the track level with the floor surface. 2. Track shal…

(a) The school bus body shall be designed for the positioning and securement of wheelchairs/mobile seating devices and occupants in a forward-facing position. Securement system hardware and attachment points for the forward-facing system shall be provided. The wheelchair/mobile s…

Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-50C.14 Repealed by R.2012 d.023, effective 2/6/2012. See: 43 N.J.R. 1831(a), 44 N.J.R. 287(b). Section was "Steps".

(a) Portable student support equipment or special accessory items including, but not limited to, crutches, walkers, canes, other ambulating devices, oxygen bottles, and ventilators, shall be securely fastened at a mounting location able to withstand a pulling force of five times …

(a) A wheelchair or other mobile seating device shall be equipped with an occupant restraint belt and hand brake that is furnished and maintained by the owner of such wheelchair or other mobile seating device. (b) An electric-powered wheelchair shall be equipped with a gel-cel (n…

(a) The aisle leading to the emergency door and the power lift door from each wheelchair position shall be a minimum width of 30 inches. (b) A school bus designed for transporting students with special transportation needs may have a track system with a track in the aisle; provid…

Every school bus shall be equipped with an electronic voice communication system. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-50C.3

(a) A power lift door that has been modified by removing the power lift in order to accommodate passenger seating shall:1. Be sealed; 2. Be equipped with an operable window that conforms to the requirements of N.J.A.C. 13:20-50B.46(a); 3. Handles, both inside and outside, removed…

(a) A school bus with a power lift shall be equipped with a special service door to accommodate the power lift. 1. The door shall be located on the right side of the school bus and designed so as not to obstruct the regular service door. 2. The opening may extend below the floor …

(a) For school buses with a January 2006 or later chassis manufacture date, every school bus shall be equipped with an automatic fire suppression system for the engine compartment. The fire suppression system shall be installed in accordance with the fire suppression system manuf…

A school bus equipped with a power lift shall display at least one International Symbol of Accessibility on the back of the school bus below the window line. The International Symbol of Accessibility shall not exceed 12 inches by 12 inches in size, shall be white on a blue backgr…

Lights shall be placed on the school bus to illuminate the power lift door, doorway, and landing area. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-50C.8

(a) A school bus used for the transportation of students who use wheelchairs or other mobile seating devices or who require life support equipment shall be equipped with a power lift in accordance with FMVSS Nos. 403 and 404 (49 CFR 571.403 and 571.404), which are incorporated he…

The exceptions and exemptions set forth in this subchapter shall apply to autobuses approved for school use by the New Jersey Department of Transportation prior to May 21, 1993. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-50D.1 Adopted by 50 N.J.R. 1821(a), effective 8/6/2018

(a) The prohibition against advertisements of any kind on either the interior or exterior of the vehicle shall not apply. (b) The seat requirements imposed pursuant to N.J.A.C. 13:20-50B.33(e) shall not apply to longitudinal seats seating not more than four pupils. (c) The entran…

(a) No autobus under the jurisdiction of the Motor Vehicle Commission's Inspection Services Bus Unit shall be used for school pupil transportation services, as defined in N.J.S.A. 18A:39-1 and under contract with a local board of education for transportation to and from school, u…

(a) The county superintendent may inspect any bus approved by the Motor Vehicle Commission's Inspection Services Bus Unit for any item not covered by the approval of the Motor Vehicle Commission's Inspection Services Bus Unit and from which they are not specifically exempted by t…

(a) This subchapter shall apply to any Type S school vehicle including, but not limited to, vans and passenger automobiles, which is used for the transportation of children to or from school or school-connected activities. (b) This subchapter shall also apply to all Type S school…

(a) A Type S school vehicle shall display lettering that indicates the name of the operator and the name of the municipality in which the operator has his or her principal place of business, wording on the rear of a school vehicle to indicate that the vehicle stops at railroad cr…

Approved rear view mirrors shall be mounted inside and outside of a Type S school vehicle. Outside mirrors shall be mounted on both sides of the Type S school vehicle. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.11 Amended by R.2012 d.023, effective 2/6/2012. See: 43 N.J.R. 1831(a), 44 N.J…

The rear window shall be non-ventilating. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.12

(a) Securely fastened seats and backrests shall be provided. Seats shall be forward facing and shall be spring or foam rubber upholstered. (b) A "jump-type" or folding seat shall not be permitted. (c) Each seat exit shall be clear of obstructions. (d) A vehicle shall not be used …

An adjustable sun visor shall be provided. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.14

A windshield wiper(s) shall be provided so as to provide clear vision for the driver. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.15

(a) Pursuant to N.J.A.C. N.J.A.C. 6A:27-7.13, each school bus shall be equipped with a properly designed and installed sensor to determine the presence of person(s) or object(s) located in, but not limited to, the front and back of the school bus. (b) All equipment subject to ins…

The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, shall have the following meanings unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. "Accident" means: 1. A collision involving a school bus or vehicle that results in personal injury or death, or causes disabling damage t…

(a) No more than nine passengers excluding the driver, may be transported in each Type S school vehicle. Fifteen inches of seat length shall be provided for each passenger. (b) There shall be no standees. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.3 Amended by R.2012 d.023, effective 2/6/…

The drive wheels of Type S school vehicles shall be equipped with tire chains, all-weather tires, or snow tires for safe operation in areas of snow and/or ice. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.4 Amended by R.2012 d.023, effective 2/6/2012. See: 43 N.J.R. 1831(a), 44 N.J.R. 287(b…

(a) Emergency equipment shall be provided consisting of at least the following: 1. A seat belt cutter; 2. A spare tire; 3. A jack; 4. A lug wrench; and 5. Three red reflectorized triangular warning devices. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.5

(a) A fully-charged dry chemical fire extinguisher with a pressure gauge approved by the UL with the minimum UL rating of B2, C2, 1/2BC, or 10BC shall be provided. The fire extinguisher shall be mounted in a bracket in a convenient location in the driver's compartment. (b) A Type…

(a) A removable first aid kit may be provided. The first aid kit shall be a moistureproof and dustproof container without a lock. When the first aid kit is stored in a storage compartment, the location of the kit shall be identified by the words "First Aid" in red letters two inc…

A securely attached nonskid material floor covering shall be provided. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.8

The heater shall be capable of bringing the interior temperature of the Type S school vehicle up to and maintaining a minimum temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-51.9 Amended by R.2012 d.023, effective 2/6/2012. See: 43 N.J.R. 1831(a), 44 N.J.R. 2…

(a) Each contractor and district board of education shall furnish liability insurance for bodily injury and property damage in the amount of $ 1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for all vehicles which are used for pupil transportation to and from school and school rel…

(a) To ensure the safety of students, this subchapter shall apply to school buses originally designed by the manufacturer to carry 10 or more passengers used in the transportation of children to or from school pursuant to N.J.S.A. 39:1-1 and that operate in whole or in part on al…

An automatic fuel supply shut-off valve shall be installed in a protected location adjacent to the manual shut-off valve on all school buses and shall be activated by engine vacuum or oil pressure. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-53.10

Means shall be provided in the fuel system to prevent the flow of gaseous fuel to the carburetor when the ignition is in the "off" or "accessory" position, or from the carburetor when engine vacuum or oil pressure is not present. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-53.11

A dual fuel system using liquid and gaseous fuels shall have an automatic shut-off valve installed in the liquid fuel line to the carburetor. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-53.12

A by-pass relief device shall be installed in the fuel pump or between the fuel pump and the automatic shut-off valve in the liquid fuel line to the carburetor on a school bus equipped with a dual fuel system for the use of gasoline and gaseous fuels. The relief device need not b…

(a) Radio transmitters, radio receivers, electric motors, or other electrical equipment (except lamps and wiring) shall not be mounted in a compartment with fuel supply containers, unless one of the following conditions is met: 1. All piping, connectors, and valves on the fuel su…

The fuel system, including the fuel supply container, shall be installed with as much road clearance as possible. The lowest part of any component in the fuel system, including protective guards and fuel cradles, shall not be lower than the lowest edge of the vehicle differential…

The gasoline tank shall not be placed below the aisle to a door unless the area over such tank is adequately protected by metal shielding. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-53.16

Diesel or gasoline fuel tanks shall be certified and marked by the manufacturer to be in compliance with United States Department of Transportation requirements. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-53.17

All parts of the fuel system shall be securely installed outside of the passenger compartment and shall be located so as to prevent damage to any part of the passenger compartment. Notes N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-53.18

(a) Fuel containers for all fuels shall conform to 49 CFR § 393.65, incorporated herein by reference, as amended and supplemented. (b) A fuel container for liquid fuel shall, in addition to (a) above, conform to 49 CFR § 393.67, incorporated herein by reference, as amended and su…

The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter and in N.J.A.C. 13:20-53A, 53B, and 53C, shall have the following meanings unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. "Alteration" means any change in the construction, design, or installation of a fuel supply conta…