Illinois Code § 16.01

Illinois Code § 16.01. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 16.01.

A cage used for hoisting men must be of substantial and safe construction; have adequate steel bonnets to protect men riding on the cage; have enclosed sides; have gates, safety chains, or bars across the ends of the cage when men are being hoisted or lowered; and have sufficient handholds or chains for all men on the cage to maintain their balance. Such cage shall be fitted to guides running from the top to the bottom. (Source: Laws 1953, p. 701.)

Source: official Illinois text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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  • Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 16.01
  • Jurisdiction: Illinois
  • Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

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