conspicuity tape

http://infozing.com/reflective/fede...requirements-for-trucks-and-tractor-trailers/
Read all about it--but red/white seems to be the only color

 

I can't copy the link on my phone for some reason but google FMCSA Conspicuity Tape and click the PDF link.

It does not specify ending color.

 

Never seen that it had to end in red. It can only be red and white tape now. Prior to 06/01/09, it could have been various color combinations.


393.13

(b) Retroreflective sheeting and reflex reflectors. Motor carriers are encouraged to retrofit their trailers with a conspicuity system that meets all of the requirements applicable to trailers manufactured on or after December 1, 1993, including the use of retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflectors in a red and white pattern (see Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 (49 CFR 571.108), S5.7, Conspicuity systems). Motor carriers which do not retrofit their trailers to meet the requirements of FMVSS No. 108, for example by using an alternative color pattern, must comply with the remainder of this paragraph and with paragraph (c) or (d) of this section. Retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflectors in colors or color combinations other than red and white may be used on the sides or lower rear area of the semitrailer or trailer until June 1, 2009. The alternate color or color combination must be uniform along the sides and lower rear area of the trailer. The retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflectors on the upper rear area of the trailer must be white and conform to the requirements of FMVSS No. 108 (S5.7). Red retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflectors shall not be used along the sides of the trailer unless it is used as part of a red and white pattern. Retroreflective sheeting shall have a width of at least 50 mm (2 inches).

 

I think this fictitious rule about conspicuity tape ending in red belongs in the hall of shame with the one about the sheets on the bunk being required to be white.