1. (1) When examining the loading equipment of a vehicle, the inspector shall:

   1. (a) check the load securement; and

      1. (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:

         1. (A) any part of a vehicle or condition of loading is not properly secured such that the spare tire or any part of the load or dunnage can fall onto the roadway;
         2. (B) container securement devices on intermodal equipment is cracked, broken, loose, or missing; or
         3. (C) the vehicle does not have a front-end structure or equivalent device as required, to protect against shifting cargo.

KEY: motor vehicle safety, safety inspection manual

Date of Last Change: July 18, 2017

Notice of Continuation: April 29, 2026

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 53-8-204; 53-8-205; 41-6a-1601