Section 34505 Of Division 14.8. Safety Regulations From California Vehicle Code >> Division 14.8.
34505
. (a) Tour bus operators shall, in addition to the systematic
inspection, maintenance, and lubrication services required of all
motor carriers, require each tour bus to be inspected at least every
45 days, or more often if necessary to ensure safe operation. This
inspection shall include, but not be limited to, all of the
following:
(1) Brake adjustment.
(2) Brake system components and leaks.
(3) Steering and suspension systems.
(4) Tires and wheels.
(b) A tour bus shall not be used to transport passengers until all
defects listed during the inspection conducted pursuant to
subdivision (a) have been corrected and attested to by the signature
of the operator's authorized representative.
(c) Records of inspections conducted pursuant to subdivision (a)
shall be kept at the operator's maintenance facility or terminal
where the tour bus is regularly garaged. The records shall be
retained by the operator for one year, and shall be made available
for inspection upon request by any authorized employee of the
department. Each record shall include, but not be limited to, all of
the following:
(1) Identification of the vehicle, including make, model, license
number, or other means of positive identification.
(2) Date and nature of each inspection and any repair performed.
(3) Signature of operator's authorized representative attesting to
the inspection and to the completion of all required repairs.
(4) Company vehicle number.