Sec.22-415-3. Construction and dimensions of vehicles

Any vehicle for the transportation of equines shall meet the following standards:

(1) The interiors of compartment containing horses are to be of smooth construction with no protruding or sharp objects.

(2) The floors are to be of non-skid construction or a non-skid material is to be placed on the floor. A nonskid floor shall mean:

(a) Non-skid rubber or like material secured to the floor, or

(b) A reasonable amount of abrasive material - these materials shall include but are not limited to sand, clay, sawdust; or

(c) Metal grade floors with dull surfaces not to protrude or injure hooves but with sufficient base to prohibit sliding.

(3) There shall be adequate ventilation in all closed trailers. Any truck having a slatted body shall be deemed to have sufficient ventilation.

(4) Sturdy partitions are to be provided approximately every ten (10) feet inside the vehicle.

(5) Doorways used by horses are to be of adequate height to allow twelve (12) inches above the withers and to allow the largest horse to pass through without injury.

(6) A minimum of twelve (12) inches must be allowed between the withers of the largest horse and the structure above the horse while the horse is in a natural standing position.

(7) If the vertical distance from the trailer to the unloading area is greater than eighteen (18) inches, ramps for loading and unloading are to be provided and are to be constructed such that they provide safe footing for horses.

(Effective December 8, 1976)