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Vehicle and Traffic (Vehicle Standards) Regulations 2024
148Safety and guard rails
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148 Safety and guard rails
(1) A bus must be fitted with a suitable rail or partition in front of any seat located on the left side of the bus immediately behind a step so as to prevent persons from falling into a step well.
(2) A large bus must, if the driving position is not otherwise separated from the passenger compartment, be fitted with a suitable guard rail or other structure so as to prevent passengers from –
(a) coming into contact with the driver or the controls; or
(b) obstructing the driver's view.