Section 296-865-30015. Semitruck brakes.  


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  • (1) You must make sure semitrucks are equipped with brakes that will safely hold the maximum load on maximum grades.
    Note:
    Trailers may use air brakes or other types of brake equipment approved by the Washington state patrol.
    (2) You must test brakes before descending a steep grade.
    (3) You must follow the requirements in Table 2, Semitruck Braking Requirements.
    Table 2
    Semitruck Braking Requirements
    [Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050. WSR 15-23-086, § 296-865-30015, filed 11/17/15, effective 12/18/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. WSR 05-17-059, § 296-865-30015, filed 8/10/05, effective 10/1/05.]
RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050. WSR 15-23-086, § 296-865-30015, filed 11/17/15, effective 12/18/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. WSR 05-17-059, § 296-865-30015, filed 8/10/05, effective 10/1/05.