Lateral Protective Device Best Practice Specification

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Lateral Protective Device Best Practice Specification

2021-04-01
By John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.)

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John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.)
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United States
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John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.)
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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.
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https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/55683/dot_55683_DS1.pdf
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