Construction

Construction. (1) Every HSV manufactured in accordance with federal school bus standards after May 1, 1997 shall meet the requirements of 49 CFR 571.220 , school bus rollover protection. (2) Every van modified with a raised roof or doors, or both, placed in operation after May 1, 1997 shall meet the requirements of 49 CFR 571.220 , school bus rollover protection. (3) A modified van with raised roof or doors, or both, placed in operation prior to May 1, 1997 may continue operation for 5 years after May 1, 1997 without modification, if it meets the accessibility guidelines for transportation vehicles in 36 CFR part 1192 , subpart B, including the door height standard in 36 CFR 1192.25(c) .