III. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
CHAPTER 9.16
SPARK ARRESTERS ON ENGINES
Section
9.16.040 Violation - penalties
9.16.010 DEFINITION.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
SPARK ARRESTER. A device constructed of nonflammable materials, which is specifically designed for, and is capable of, the removal and retention of carbon and other flammable particles over 0.0232 of an inch in size from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine that is operated by hydrocarbon fuels.
(Ord. 432, § 1, passed -- 1973)
9.16.020 PROHIBITION.
It is unlawful to use, sell, rent, lease, or exchange, or to offer to sell, rent, lease, or exchange, any device or machine utilizing an internal combustion engine, which is operated on hydrocarbon fuels, without first providing and maintaining in effective working condition a spark arrester attached to the exhaust system, such a spark arrester to be placed and mounted in such a manner as not to allow flame or heat from the exhaust system to ignite any flammable material.
(Ord. 432, § 2, passed -- 1973)
9.16.030 EXCEPTIONS.
This chapter shall not apply to motor trucks, truck tractors, buses, and passenger vehicles, except motorcycles; provided, that the exhaust system of such a vehicle is equipped with a muffler as defined in the California Vehicle Code.
(Ord. 432, § 3, passed -- 1973)
9.16.040 VIOLATION - PENALTIES.
Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof shall be punishable as provided in Chapter 1.12.
(Ord. 874, § 20, passed 8-25-2008)
9.16.050 ENFORCEMENT.
Any duly authorized peace officer, Division of Forestry officer, or any officer charged with the enforcement of fire prevention and general public safety laws pertaining to the safety of persons or property shall have the power to enforce this chapter.
(Ord. 432, § 5, passed -- 1973)