Strength of Safety Devices (Safety Chains)
| Entry Date | April 15, 1998 |
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| Issue Number | 98-007-VEH |
| Name | Gary L Foster |
| Address | United StatesMap It (opens in a new tab) |
| Committee | Vehicle Committee |
| Status | Closed |
| 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 |