SECTION 265:20-1-7. Transporting for hire  


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  • (a)   In addition to all other applicable requirements set forth in this Chapter and in other applicable State laws and local ordinances, the transportation of explosive materials over public streets, roads and highways, rails, and waterways shall be in strict compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.
    (b)   Explosive material shall not be carried or transported in or upon a public conveyance or vehicle carrying passengers for hire, except in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.
    (c)   Explosive materials shall not be transferred from one vehicle to another on any public street, road or highway except in case of emergency. In the event of a collision, the State Highway Patrol, and if accident occurs within a city or town the local police authority, shall be promptly notified to help safeguard such emergencies.
    (d)   Whenever a vehicle transporting explosives or other dangerous articles is stopped or disabled on the highway or adjacent shoulder special care shall be taken to protect and guard the vehicle and its load and to guard against the hazards of its cargo. Whenever possible, the vehicle shall be moved to a location where such protection can be afforded. Emergency warning devices as prescribed by the Department of Transportation shall be used. Vehicle must not be left unattended.
    (e)   Blasting caps shall not be transported in the same vehicle with other explosives except in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.
    (f)   Motor vehicles when used for transporting any quantity of explosive materials shall be marked on the front, both sides, and the rear with placards or lettering as specified in U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.
    (g)   Motor vehicles transporting explosive material must be equipped with the same Size and Type Fire Extinguisher required by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Said extinguisher shall be maintained in good operating condition at all times.
    (h)   Every motor vehicle which contains Class A or Class B Explosives must be in strict compliance at all times with the U.S. Department of Transportation Regulations pertaining to attendance and surveillance of motor vehicles.