2251-R-l.00 Statement of Basis and Purpose The statutory authority for these rules and regulations adopted by the State Board of Education is found in 22-2-107(l)(c), 22-51-108, and 42-4-1904, C.R.S.

The purpose of this rule is to establish annual inspection and preventative maintenance criteria to insure that Colorado school transportation vehicles are regularly maintained and inspected in the interest of the safety of the students transported in these vehicles.

2251-R-2.00 Definitions 2.01 “Annually” means to the last day of the month twelve months from the previous inspection. 2.02 “Brakes” refers to all types of OEM foundation brake systems unless specified. 2.03 “CDE” refers to the School Transportation Unit, Colorado Department of Education. 2.04 “Inspecting Site” refers to the CDE certified garage or facility where the vehicles are annually inspected. This site may be owned and operated by the district or an outside facility. 2.05 “Inspector” refers to the CDE certified annual inspector who certifies the annual inspection on a school transportation vehicle.

2.06 “OEM” refers to original equipment manufacturer.

2.07 “Preventative Maintenance” refers to scheduled regular maintenance and inspection performed on a school transportation vehicle.

2.08 “Retarder” refers to a secondary braking system meeting CDE Minimum Standards, 301- 25, Section 31.

2.09 “School District” refers to the public school district, private carrier under contract to a public school district, or any school deemed to be responsible to CDE transportation rules and regulations. 2.10 “School Transportation Vehicle” includes school bus, small vehicle, and activity bus in the operation of transporting students as defined in Minimum Standards Governing School Transportation Vehicles. 1 CCR 301-25.

2251-R-3.00 Inspection Interval.;

School districts shall inspect or have inspected annually all school transportation vehicles. Recently purchased school transportation vehicles shall have a CDE annual inspection before they are placed in service transporting students.

2251-R-4.00 Disclaimer.

Any expense incurred during or after the inspections) shall be the responsibility of the vehicle owner. CDE shall not assume any responsibility as a result of the inspection procedure. The inspecting site is not responsible for repairs of any defect found unless the inspecting site is also the vehicle owner. 2251-R-5.00 Noncompliance.

CDE shall certify and monitor the operation of inspecting sites and annual inspectors. CDE shall revoke or suspend, including the surrender of the CDE certificate(s), upon finding that such site is not properly equipped, that annual inspections have not been properly conducted or noncertified personnel are signing the CDE Affidavit of Annual Inspection form.

2251-R-6.00 Penalty.

Any school district not in compliance with these rules and regulations shall not be entitled to any transportation fund reimbursement pursuant to 22-51-107, C.R.S. as amended. 2251-R-7.00 Inspection Reviews.

Inspection reviews shall be performed by CDE. These inspection procedures may differ from the procedures utilized for the annual inspection.

2251-R-8.00 Criteria for the Inspecting Site 8.01 Facility needed by the inspecting site to perform vehicle inspections: 8.01 (a) Shall be large enough to accommodate the vehicle, equipment, and tools necessary to perform the inspection.

8.01 (b) Shall have a floor surface adequate to safely support the maximum weight of the largest vehicle to be inspected.

8.01 (c) Shall have adequate lighting and ventilation.

8.01 (d) Shall have the equipment and tools necessary to properly complete the annual inspection.

8.01 (e) Shall have tools designed and calibrated to take accurate readings of appropriate measurements; such as, brakes and tires.

8.02 The inspecting site shall submit a request for certification on a CDE form that the above criteria has been satisfied.

225l-R-9.00 Inspector Qualifications.

The inspector shall maintain a current CDE Inspector Qualification Certificate. 2251-R-10.00 Criteria for the CDE Inspector Qualification Certificate 10.01 The inspector shall:

10.01 (a) Be in possession of a valid driver's license with the proper class and endorsements for the size and type of vehicle to be inspected.

10.01 (b) Have on file a CDE Brake Inspector Qualifications Certificate or equivalent. 10.01 (c) Have at least two (2) years experience or training meeting CDE approval in the maintenance of light, medium, or heavy duty vehicles.

10.01 (d) Understand the inspection criteria set forth in the Rules for the Annual Inspection and Preventative Maintenance of School Transportation Vehicles. 1 CCR 301-29. 10.01 (e) Be knowledgeable of the tools, methods, procedures and equipment necessary to perform the annual inspection.

10.01 (f) Pass a written test initially and every three years thereafter. 10.01 (g) Pass an initial hands-on performance test.

10.01 (h) Maintain, at the inspecting site, documentation certifying that the above criteria has been met.

10.02 The inspecting site shall submit a request for certification of the inspector on a CDE form that the above criteria has been satisfied.

2251-R-l1.00 General Annual Inspection Procedures 11.01 The CDE Affidavit of Annual Inspection form and appropriate district annual inspection check-list form shall be used by the inspector and all items shall be completed or marked as not applicable. The inspector shall sign the forms, record their annual inspector number, and record the date when the inspection was completed. The inspector's signature certifies that the items checked on the check-list were in satisfactory condition as of the completion date. 11.01 (a) The original of the completed forms shall be maintained at the inspecting site. 11.01 (b) The current CDE Affidavit of Annual Inspection form shall be maintained in the vehicle. 11.02 Information on the registration form, Vehicle Identification Number, and license plate number shall be checked for agreement and any inconsistency rectified. 11.03 During the annual inspection, all four (4) wheels shall be pulled for full inspection of the foundation brake.

11.03 (a) The two exceptions to this rule are:

1. School transportation vehicles with less than 4,000 miles since the previous annual inspection shall have two (2) wheels (one front and one rear) pulled which are different than those pulled for the previous inspection. 2. School transportation vehicles equipped with a retarder meeting the specifications of the CDE Minimum Standards, 301-25, shall have two (2) wheels (one front and one rear) pulled which are different than those pulled for the previous inspection. 11.03 (b) Appropriate actual measurements shall be documented. This includes new components instead of noting that the component is 'new'. 11.04 Any vehicle in noncompliance with these rules is prohibited from transporting students until the defect has been repaired and re-inspected.

2251-R-12.00 School District Rules.

None of these rules shall preclude a school district from establishing a more rigid standard or policy when deemed necessary by the school district.

2251-R-13.00 Preventative Maintenance Program Minimum Criteria. The district shall ensure that preventative maintenance is performed and documented on all school transportation vehicles. The preventative maintenance inspection shall include, as a minimum, check the brake adjustment. On air brake system, the applied pressure method shall be used. The inspection interval program shall not exceed 4,000 miles.

2251-R-14.00 Minimum Annual Inspection Criteria.

The inspecting site shall either establish a checklist form that complies with the following criteria or use the CDE recommended annual inspection form for school transportation vehicles. All annual inspection criteria must meet or exceed manufacturer's specifications. CHASSIS 14.01 Steering 14.01 (a) Steering play and binding 14.01 (b) Steering column components 14.01 (c) Power steering system and components 14.01 (d) Steering linkage and components 14.02 Suspension 14.02 (a) Springs and components 14.02 (b) Shock absorbers 14.02 (c) Air ride systems and components 14.02 (d) Frame and body attachments 14.03 Tires and Wheels 14.03 (a) Appearance and condition of tires 1. Tire inflation - record reading 2. Tread depth - record reading Tread depth shall not be less than 4/32 inch on the steering axle and 2/32 on the rear axle measured at any point on a major tread groove.

3. Size and tire tread match on same axle 14.03 (b) Appearance and condition of wheels, studs, lug nuts 1. Wheels on same axle shall be of the same size including width, type, and shall meet OEM specification.

14.04 Power Train 14.04 (a) Drive line safety straps 14.04 (b) Drive shaft components condition 14.04 (c) Engine/transmission mounting 14.04 (d) Excessive leakage 14.04 (e) Transmission linkage components 14.04 (f) Drive axle/components/excess leakage 14.04 (g) Driveline retarder/components/operation if equipped. 14.04 (h) Clutch condition and components 14.05 Fuel Systems (all types)

14.05 (a) Fuel tank/mounting/components condition 14.05 (b) Fuel tank cage(s) if applicable 14.05 (c) Fuel lines/components/shields 14.05 (d) Any leaks 14.06 Exhaust System 14.06 (a) Exhaust system components condition 14.06 (b) Shields if applicable 14.07 Brake Systems - General 14.07 (a) General components (all systems)

14.07 (b) All four wheels shall be pulled except as noted in Section 11.03, measurements recorded, and all components inspected. List manufacturer specifications. 1. Brake drums/rotors - record readings - record manufacturer specifications 2. Brake shoes/pads - record readings Lining thickness shall be measured from the shoe table or to OEM specifications and not be less than the following: (this table is for larger brake systems).

Type of system steering axle non-steering axle air disc 4/32 inch 4/32 inch air drum - shoe center 8/32 inch 8/32 inch hydraulic disc 2/32 inch 2/32 inch hydraulic drum - shoe 8/32 inch 2/32 inch center 3. Small vehicle brake lining thickness shall meet OEM specifications. 14.07 (c) System inspected for any leaks 14.07 (d) Inspect and test anti-lock brake system for any malfunction 14.08 Brake Warning System 14.08 (a) All components must be operational 14.09 Parking Brake System 14.09 (a) All components must be operational 14.10 Brake Lines, Hoses, Cables 14.10 (a) Good operable condition 14.11 Air Brake System 14.11 (a) Air compressor and components 1 . Record governor cut-in and cut-out operating pressures 14.11 (b) Air tanks 14.11 (c) Air dryer 14.11 (d) All valves operational 14.11 (e) Air brake chambers (including caging bolt dust cover or cap) 14.11 (f) Slack adjusters condition 1. Record stroke of all four brakes 14.11 (g) Backing plate (optional)

14.12 Hydraulic Brakes 14.12 (a) Booster system/Warning system 14.12 (b) Master cylinder/wheel cylinders/calipers 14.12 (c) Fluid level 14.12 (d) Pedal reserve UNDERHOOD 14.13 Check all fluid levels/excessive leaks 14.14 Check condition of belts/hoses/wiring 14.15 General underhood condition BODY SYSTEMS 14.16 Electrical Systems 14.16 (a) All electrical accessories operational 14.16 (b) All lighting systems operational and visible 14.16 (c) 8-way system/stop arm 14.16 (d) Battery and alternator 14.17 Defect free glass and mirrors/driver visor and hardware 14.18 All reflectors intact 14.19 All required lettering and numbering inside and outside intact and readable 14.20 Body/bumpers/tow hooks in good condition 14.21 Windows/door/hatches/seals operational 14.21 (a) Warning (buzzers) and safety systems operational 14.21 (b) Ignition interlock operational BODY INTERIOR 14.22 Stepwell and treads/handrail/modesty panels 14.22 (a) Check for proper clearance and securement 14.23 Barriers and all seats securement and condition 14.23 (a) Seat foam envelope covers seat back frame and core 14.23 (b) Seat cushions are secure 14.23 (c) Flip seat bottom cushion works properly 14.24 No sharp projections within passengers compartment 14.25 Floor coverings and trim in good condition 14.26 All fans and heaters in good condition 14.27 All emergency equipment operational, accessible and secure 14.28 Seat belt/shoulder harness in good general condition/operating condition 14.29 All gauges, warning and indicator lights, buzzers operational 14.30 Special Equipment 14.30 (a) Mobility aid devices 1. Securement devices 2. Lift/access door 3. Additional pertinent equipment secured 4. International Symbol of Accessability on bus 14.31 Optional equipment 14.32 Document the final road test drive