Ohio Code § 4963.22

Ohio Code § 4963.22. Reproduced from the official Ohio Revised Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 4963.22.

Every railroad company operating locomotives on its railroads in or through this state

shall provide and equip each locomotive engine so operated in this state with an automatic

or foot-power door to the firebox of such engine.  Such automatic or foot-power doors shall be so constructed and operated by steam,

compressed air, electricity, or foot power, as deemed best and most efficient.  The device for operating such door shall be so constructed that it may be operated

by the fireman on said engine by means of a push button, pedal, or other appliance

located in, on, or near the floor of the engine deck or floor of the tender at a suitable

distance from such door to enable the fireman, while firing such engine, by pressure

with his foot, to open such door. The public utilities commission shall enforce, and prosecute any violations of, this

section.

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

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  • Citation: Ohio Revised Code § 4963.22
  • Jurisdiction: Ohio
  • Code: Ohio Revised Code
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

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