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Multi-Passenger Vehicles
From Appalachian State University Policy Manual
Policy 303.13
Contents
1 Introduction
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2 Scope
3 Definitions
3.1 Definition phrase or word
- Definition summary
4 Policy and Procedure Statements
4.1 Policy Regarding 15-Seat Vans
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the U.S. Department of Transportation have documented serious safety problems and issued a cautionary warning regarding the use of 15-passenger vans when 1) the van transports more than 10 passengers and 2) cargo is loaded onto the van roof.
University personnel are prohibited from operating a 15-passenger van outside the Town of Boone with more than 11 occupants (10 passengers and 1 driver). Carrying of cargo on the van roof is prohibited at all times. University personnel may operate a 15-passenger van with 15 occupants (14 passengers and 1 driver) within the Town of Boone.
http://safety.appstate.edu/15-passenger-vans
5 Additional References
6 Authority
7 Contact Information
8 Effective Date
9 Revision Dates
Last modified 05/08/2009 08:20:15 AM by Matt McNaney