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Tires, wheels, and rims <br />Steering mechanism <br />Vehicle suspension <br />Mirrors and other rear vision devices (e.g, video monitors) <br />Lighting and reflectors or reflective markings <br />Wheelchair lifts <br />Most safety-related equipment is inspected during a pre -trip inspection to ensure that the vehicle <br />is fit for service. Cabarrus County Transportation Service has an established formal plan to <br />address the maintenance requirements of our vehicles and equipment. The vehicle maintenance <br />program addresses the following categories: <br />• Daily servicing needs — This relates to fueling, checking and maintaining proper fluid levels <br />(oil, water, etc.), vehicle cleanliness, pre- and post -trip inspections and maintenance of <br />operational records and procedures. <br />• Periodic inspection — These activities are scheduled to provide maintenance personnel an <br />opportunity to detect and repair damage or wear conditions before major repairs are <br />necessary. Inspection items include suspension elements, leaks, belts, electrical connections, <br />tire wear, and any noticeable problems. <br />• Interval related maintenance — This focus is to identify wear, alignment, or deterioration <br />problems of parts or fluids. Replacement intervals of these items are determined through <br />transit agency experience and manufacturer recommendations. <br />• Failure maintenance - Regardless of the preventative maintenance activities, in-service <br />failures will occur. When a failure is encountered that makes the vehicle unsafe or unable to <br />continue operation, the vehicle is usually removed from service and returned to the garage <br />for repair. <br />When possible, Cabarrus County Transportation Service vehicles are stored in a secured and <br />well- lighted location. <br />3.2i. — VEHICLE READINESS <br />It is the policy of Cabarrus County Transportation Service to maintain fully stocked first aid kits, <br />biohazard cleanup packs, fire suppression equipment, vehicle emergency equipment, and <br />emergency instructions in all vehicles. Battery operated equipment batteries will be replaced <br />semi-annually. The assigned driver inspects the vehicle daily for the following emergency <br />supplies and documents the results on the pre -trip inspection sheet. In addition, when a <br />mechanic places a vehicle back in service, he/she ensures the required safety equipment is on the <br />vehicle. The required safety equipment includes: <br />First Aid Kit <br />Bio -hazard Kit <br />Fire Extinguisher <br />Reflective Triangles <br />Seat Belt Cutter <br />Attachment number 5 \n <br />F-5 Page 337 <br />