Truck mechanics are exposed to a variety
of hazardous materials. Chemicals pose a wide range of health
hazards (such as irritation, sensitization, and carcinogenicity)
and physical hazards (such as flammability, corrosion, and
reactivity). All general industry standards apply to workers
performing maintenance on all types of commercial motor vehicles, as
well as all other types of trucks. These standards require
conditions, or the use of one or more practices, means, methods, or
processes reasonably necessary or appropriate to protect the
employees on the job.
The following is an overview of the regulations,
training requirements, and general hazard references:
Vehicle Maintenance Overview
OSHA regulates the performance of all vehicle maintenance activities in terminal operations. OSHA
also regulates mobile maintenance activities on the highways. DOT
regulations apply to the road worthiness of the vehicle, not to the
performance of the maintenance or the safety and health of the
employees performing such tasks.
Compliance
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49 CFR 393, Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation
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393.9, Lamps operable
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393.11, Lighting devices and reflectors
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393.19, Requirements for turn signaling systems
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393.27, Wiring specifications
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393.29, Grounds
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393.30, Battery installation
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393.31, Overload protective devices
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393.32, Detachable electrical connections
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393.33, Wiring, installation
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393.40, Required brake systems
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393.41, Parking brake system
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393.42, Brakes required on all wheels
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393.43, Breakaway and emergency braking
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393.51, Warning devices and gauges
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393.65, All fuel systems
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393.67, Liquid fuel tanks
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393.69, Liquefied petroleum gas systems
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393.100, General rules for protection against shifting or falling cargo
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393.102, Securement systems
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393.104, Blocking and bracing
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393.205, Wheels
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49 CFR 396, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance
- Technician Guidelines for Antilock Braking Systems: Air-Braked Trucks, Tractors, and Trailers.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), (1998,
March), 372 KB
PDF, 49 pages. Provides generic technician guidelines
for inspecting, maintaining, and troubleshooting antilock braking
systems (ABSs) used on air-braked, heavy vehicles.
General Hazard References
The following references address the hazards involved in vehicle maintenance:
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