20.1 All school
transportation vehicles, except for small-capacity vehicles, shall be equipped
with at least one pressurized, five-pound, dry-chemical fire extinguisher, with
a total rating of not less than 2A10BC. The operating mechanism shall be sealed
with a type of seal that will not interfere with the use of the fire
extinguisher.
20.01(a) The fire extinguisher
shall be securely mounted in an extinguisher bracket (automatic type) and
located in full view of and readily accessible to the driver within the cab, or
in a location plainly indicated by appropriate signage. A pressure gauge shall
be mounted on the extinguisher to be easily read without removing the
extinguisher from its mounted position.
20.01(b) Fire extinguishers shall be
inspected annually for charging and certification to standards by a certified
fire extinguisher technician.
20.2 Small-capacity vehicles shall be
equipped with one securely mounted, 2 1/2 pound, dry chemical fire extinguisher
with a minimum rating of 1A10BC.
20.3 First Aid Kit: All school transportation
vehicles shall carry one First Aid Kit which shall be securely mounted in full
view of the driver or with the location plainly indicated by appropriate
signage. Additional kits may be installed. The kit(s) shall be mounted for easy
removal.
20.03(a) The kit shall be sealed. The
seal verifies the integrity of the contents without opening the kit. The seal
shall be designed to allow easy access to the kit's contents. If zip ties are
used to seal the kit, they must be breakaway zip ties.
20.03(b) Consideration should be given to
replacing items in the First Aid Kit every 36 months due to the breakdown of
materials.
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Contents of the 24-Unit First Aid
Kit:
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Item
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Unit(s)
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Adhesive tape
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1
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1-inch bandage compress
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2
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2-inch bandage compress
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1
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3-inch bandage compress
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1
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4-inch bandage compress
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1
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4-inch x 3-inch plain gauze pads
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1
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Gauze roller bandage 2-inch wide
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2
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Plain absorbent gauze -1/2 square yard
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4
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Plain absorbent gauze- 24-inch by 72 inches
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3
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Triangular bandages
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4
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Scissors, Tweezers
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1
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Space rescue blanket
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1
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Non-latex disposable pair of gloves
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1
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CPR mask or mouth to mouth airway
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1
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Moisture and dustproof kit of sufficient capacity to store
the required items.
20.4 Emergency Reflectors: All school
transportation vehicles shall carry three bidirectional emergency triangle
reflectors in compliance with Section
42-4-230, C.R.S. and with FMVSS
125, contained in a securely mounted case easily accessible to the driver or in
a location plainly indicated by appropriate markings.
20.5 Body Fluid Cleanup Kit: All school
transportation vehicles shall have a one removable body fluid cleanup kit
accessible to the driver, within the cab, or in a location plainly indicated by
appropriate signage.
Contents of the Basic Body Fluid Clean-Up
Kit:
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Item
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Unit(s)
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Antiseptic towelette
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1
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Disinfected towelette
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1
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Absorbing powder (capable of 1/2-gallon
absorption)
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1
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Non-latex disposable pair of gloves,
pair
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1
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Disposable wiper towels
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2
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Disposable scoop bag with closure mechanism and
scraper
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Moisture and dustproof container of sufficient capacity to
store the required items.
20.05(a)
Consideration should be given to replacing items in the Body Fluid Cleanup Kit
every 36 months due to the breakdown of materials.
20.6 All school transportation vehicles shall
be equipped with one durable webbing cutter having a full-width handgrip and a
protected blade. The cutter shall be mounted in a location accessible to the
seated driver.
20.6 (a) Seat belt cutters
shall be replaced after they have been used, or if there is any sign of rust or
corrosion on the blade.
20.7 Emergency Equipment shall be securely
mounted, clearly visible, or in a location plainly indicated by appropriate
signage
Notes
1 CCR
301-25-20.0
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CR 07, April 10, 2015, effective 4/30/2015
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CR 14, July 25, 2023, effective
8/14/2023
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CR 19, October 10, 2024, effective
10/30/2024
