N.H. Admin. Code § Saf-C 3221.05

Current through Register No. 44, October 31, 2024
Section Saf-C 3221.05 - Wooden Bumpers
(a) Wooden bumpers on any van, light-duty truck or multipurpose passenger vehicle shall meet the following requirements:
(1) The bumper shall be made of hardwood;
(2) The wood shall be at least 2 inches in thickness and 6 inches in height;
(3) The bumper shall be attached to the frame of the vehicle in the same manner as a steel bumper;
(4) There shall be no sharp or pointed edges, or any other condition hazardous to any person;
(5) All wooden bumpers shall have a backing of 1/4 inch steel plate;
(6) All wooden bumpers shall be a single unit, and shall not consist of 2 or more pieces of wood joined together; and
(7) Wooden bumpers shall not be used on vehicles equipped with factory installed energy-absorbing bumpers.

N.H. Admin. Code § Saf-C 3221.05

(See Revision Notes at chapter heading Saf-C 3200) #8915, eff 6-22-07

Amended by Volume XXXVI Number 06, Filed February 11, 2016, Proposed by #11016, Effective 1/6/2016, Expires 1/6/2026.