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Strength of Safety Devices (Safety Chains)

Entry DateApril 15, 1998
Issue Number98-007-VEH
NameGary L Foster
AddressUnited StatesMap It (opens in a new tab)
CommitteeVehicle Committee
StatusClosed
Summary of Issue

What is the required strength of safety chains used to protect the pintle hook connection to a full trailer drawbar?

Justification or Need

The OOSC does not cover this feature of safety devices even though 393.70(d)(3) does define it.

Request for Action

Clarification Answer