Section 316.02. Definitions.

  In this chapter:

(1)  "Self-propelled slasher" means a slasher that is self-propelled when used for cutting functions, but which requires a separate vehicle for transport purposes.

(2)  "Tree loader" means a mechanism, constructed as part of the slasher unit, that is used to load trees onto the slasher saw table for cutting.

(3)  "Truck-mounted slasher" means a slasher that is permanently secured to a truck for use during cutting functions and for transport purposes.

(4)  "Wood harvesting slasher" means a slasher with a mounted tree loader constructed specifically to cut trees to specific lengths and principally used off the highway. These units include either of the following:

(a) A self-propelled slasher mounted on or towed by an articulated semi-trailer or trailer that shall be considered as a single unit.

(b) A truck-mounted motorized slasher that shall be considered as a single unit.

History: Cr. Register, March, 2000, No. 531 , eff. 4-1-00.