Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 37, September 14, 2024
Section 171.93 - Securement devices and safety restraintsThe requirements for securement devices and safety restraints are as follows:
(1) Each wheelchair or other type of mobility device location shall have devices that secure wheelchairs or other types of mobility devices in a forward-facing position at a minimum of four anchorage points. The securement devices shall be installed and used as designated by the manufacturer.(2) Three-point safety restraints for lap and upper torso shall be provided for wheelchair and other types of mobility device occupants.(3) Securement devices and safety restraints shall be designed and installed in compliance with FMVSS No. 222. See Appendix A.The provisions of this §171.93 adopted August 19, 1983, effective 8/20/1983, 13 Pa.B. 2561; readopted December 4, 1987, effective 12/5/1987, 17 Pa.B. 5052; amended September 13, 1996, effective 9/14/1996, 26 Pa.B. 4411.The provisions of this §171.93 amended under the Vehicle Code, 75 Pa.C.S. §§ 4103, 4551-4553 and 6103.