(a)
The refuse bin shall be tested by applying forces as described in paragraphs (a) (1) and (2) of this section one after the other.
(1)
A horizontal force of 70 pounds (311 N) shall be applied at a point and in a direction most likely to cause tipping, and
(2)
A vertically downward force of 191 pounds (850 N) shall be applied to a point most likely to cause tipping. (See Figure 1.)
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(b)
These forces shall be applied separately and the bin shall not tip over under the application of either action cited above in paragraph (a)(1) or (a)(2).