Class D - Super Heavy Duty Clause Samples
The 'Class D - Super Heavy Duty' clause defines a specific category of equipment, materials, or components that are designed to withstand extremely demanding or harsh operating conditions. In practice, this classification typically applies to items expected to endure frequent heavy use, exposure to severe environments, or substantial mechanical stress, such as industrial machinery or infrastructure in mining or construction. By clearly specifying this class, the clause ensures that only products meeting the highest durability standards are used, thereby reducing the risk of premature failure and ensuring safety and reliability in critical applications.
Class D - Super Heavy Duty a) An operator should maintain at least one three-axle tow truck with a GVWR of at least 54,000 pounds. The truck shall be equipped with air brakes and must be capable of providing and maintaining continuous air to the towed vehicle.
1) If this class of tow truck is used exclusively for salvage and recovery operations, there is no requirement for providing and maintaining continuous air to the towed vehicle.
Class D - Super Heavy Duty a. Class D tow trucks shall have a GVWR of at least 50,000 pounds. The truck shall be equipped with air brakes and must be capable of providing and maintaining continuous air to the towed vehicle.
b. This class of tow truck should be used exclusively for salvage and recovery operations.