DOT Conspicuity Marking

Farm Implement Conspicuity Marking

Lights/Flashers

Hazard Marking

Traffic Control

Highway Safety Supplies

You had until June 1, 2001 to have all of your existing trailers retrofitted with DOT tape. This Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) regulation CFR 393.13 applies to all existing trailers with a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 lbs. and 80" (or wider) overall width.

This high-power reflective tape greatly enhances the visibility of trailer borders in low light and darkness.  Using it on box trailers, flatbeds, livestock/grain haulers and tankers may prevent serious accidents and cargo damage.

View our selection of Reflective D.O.T. Tape

The following diagrams show acceptable marking of various trailer types.

Please click on the picture to view a larger representation of conspicuity tape placement.
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