Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 11 - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Subtitle 19 - MOTOR VEHICLE ADMINISTRATION-SCHOOL VEHICLES
Chapter 11.19.02 - Type I School Vehicles - Construction Standards
Section 11.19.02.40 - Safety Detection Systems
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 11.19.02.40
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 6, March 22, 2024
A. A safety detection system approved by the Federal Communications Commission may be installed to warn bus drivers of moving objects, such as children, within areas around a school vehicle considered to be most dangerous if the system:
(1) Is designed to monitor and warn school bus drivers of moving objects during loading and unloading;
(2) Operates automatically;
(3) Is activated by extending the stop arm; and
(4) Has audible and visual alarms.
B. The audible alarm shall be volume adjustable to compensate for background noises.
C. The visual alarm shall be easily visible both at night and in bright sunshine.
D. The system shall be:
(1) Located in the driver's compartment; and
(2) Visible to the driver in a seated position.
E. A delay feature shall be incorporated in the system which will operate the detection unit for a brief period of time after the bus resumes motion.
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