This consolidation is unofficial and is for reference only. For the official version of the regulations, consult the original documents on file with the Registry of Regulations, or refer to the Royal Gazette Part II. Regulations are amended frequently. Please check the list of Regulations by Act to see if there are any recent amendments to these regulations filed with the Registry that are not yet included in this consolidation. Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this electronic version, the Registry of Regulations assumes no responsibility for any discrepancies that may have resulted from reformatting. This electronic version is copyright © 2009, Province of Nova Scotia, all rights reserved. It is for your personal use and may not be copied for the purposes of resale in this or any other form.
Pedicab Helmet and Equipment Regulations
made under Sections 170B and 200 of the
Motor Vehicle Act
R.S.N.S. 1989, c. 293
O.I.C. 2006-412 (September 29, 2006), N.S. Reg. 184/2006
Citation
1 These regulations may be cited as the Pedicab Helmet and Equipment Regulations.
Definitions
2 In these regulations,
(a) “Act” means the Motor Vehicle Act;
(b) “Helmet Regulations” means the Helmet Regulations made under the Act;
(c) “pedicab” means a pedicab as defined in the Pedicab Operation Regulations made under the Act.
Helmet for pedicab operator
3 (1) A pedicab is prescribed as a device under subsection 170B(1) of the Act.
(2) A person who operates a pedicab must wear a helmet that complies with Sections 3 and 4 of the Helmet Regulations.
(3) The following persons are exempt from the requirement of Section 170B of the Act to wear a helmet:
(a) a person referred to in clause 5(a), (b) or (c) of the Helmet Regulations;
(b) a passenger being transported in a pedicab.
Equipment for pedicab
4 In addition to the requirements for a lighted head lamp and a red brake light in subsection 174(7) of the Act, a pedicab must be equipped with all of the following:
(a) running lights and rear turn signals;
(b) a reflex mirror;
(c) a brake that enables the pedicab operator to make the braked wheels skid on dry, level and clean pavement;
(d) a bell or horn in good working order.
Last updated: 10-12-2017