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kind: "section"
citation: "40 C.F.R. § 243.202-2"
title: "40"
number: "243.202-2"
heading: "Recommended procedures: Design."
url: "https://uscodex.org/cfr/40/243.202-2"
---

# §243.202-2. Recommended procedures: Design.

- (a) Whenever possible, enclosed, metal, leak-resistant compactor vehicles should be used for the collection of solid wastes.
- (b) Safety devices, including, but not limited to, the following should be provided on all collection vehicles:
  - (1) **Exterior rear-view mirrors.**
  - (2) **Back-up lights.**
  - (3) **Four-way emergency flashers.**
  - (4) **Easily accessible first aid equipment.**
  - (5) **Easily accessible fire extinguisher.**
  - (6) **Audible reverse warning device.**
- (c) If crew members ride outside the cab of the collection vehicle for short trips the vehicle should be equipped with handholds and platforms big enough to safeguard against slipping.
- (d) **Vehicle size should take into consideration—** Local weight and height limits for all roads over which the vehicle will travel; turning radius; and loading height in the unloading position to insure overhead clearance in transfer stations, service buildings, incinerators, or other facilities.
- (e) Engines which conserve fuel and minimize pollution should be used in collection vehicles to reduce fuel consumption and air pollution.

## Notes

### Authority

Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6907(a)(3), 6912(a)(1), and 6944(a).

### Source

Source: 41 FR 6769, Feb. 13, 1976, unless otherwise noted.