California Code of Regulations
Title 13 - Motor Vehicles
Division 2 - Department of the California Highway Patrol
Chapter 4 - Special Equipment
Article 15 - Wheelchair Lifts
Section 1091 - Definitions
Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024
The following definitions shall apply wherever the terms are used in this article:
(a) Bus--A "bus" is the type of vehicle defined in Vehicle Code Section 233.
(b) Deploy--To "deploy" means to operate a wheelchair lift from the stowed position to the position where it is ready to be used.
(c) Lift Platform--A "lift platform" is the part of a wheelchair lift upon which the wheelchair rests.
(d) Stow--To "stow" means to operate a wheelchair lift to the position in which it is kept while the vehicle is in motion.
(e) Wheelchair Lift--A "wheelchair lift" is a device designed to raise and lower persons in wheelchairs.
Note: Authority cited and Reference: Sections 31401 and 34501, Vehicle Code.
