| Title | Lateral Protective Device Best Practice Specification |
|---|---|
| Record ID | 80575 |
| Corporate Creator | John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.) |
| Publisher | John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.) |
| Publication Date | 20210401 |
| Language | English |
| Abstract | This document is intended to be used by (1) public or private medium/heavy-duty truck fleets considering adding lateral protective devices (LPDs), also known as side guards; (2) jurisdictions or customers that require LPDs through policy or procurement; (3) manufacturers of LPDs; and (4) truck manufacturers and dealers. The specifications in this document are based on previously published Volpe reports (Reports DOT-VNTSC-DCAS-14-01 and DOT-VNTSC-SFMTA-16-01) and may be referred to as the “Volpe LPD specification.” This specification can be used as a basis for design, production, testing, review, and procurement of LPDs and LPD-equipped vehicles. |
| Rosap ID | dot:55683 |
| Rosap URL | https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/55683 |
| TRT Terms | Trucks; Vulnerable road users; Vehicle fleets; Specifications; Protection |
| General Subjects | Side guards; side skirts |
| Geographical Coverage |
United States |
| Availability | Volpe National Transportation Systems Center, Technical Reference Center |
| Resource type | Booklet/Pamphlet |
| URL | https://ntlrepository.blob.core.windows.net/lib/80000/80500/80575/USDOT_Volpe_Lateral_Protective_Device_Best_Practice_Specification.pdf |
| Format | |
| Database | NTL Digital Repository |