Rule 4101:14-1-03 | New installations and modifications of existing passenger tramways.
(A) Definitions.
(1) A "new installation" is a passenger tramway, as that term is defined in division (F) of section 4169.01 of the Revised Code, which is or is to be installed at a ski area in this state subsequent to July 1, 1985.
(2) A "modification of an existing passenger tramway" is any change, alteration, addition, reinstallation, or other modification to any passenger tramway, as that term is defined in division (F) of section 4169.01 of the Revised Code, other than ordinary repairs or replacements in equipment.
(B) Design and installations.
(1) All new installations and modifications of existing passenger tramways and reinstallations of passenger tramways shall meet the design and safety requirements of ANSI B77.1-2017. Construction and installation shall be accomplished in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications; if specifications from a manufacturer are not provided, the standard practice in the industry shall govern construction and installation.
(2) The ski tramway board does not require inspection of passenger tramways during installation.
(C) Statement of compliance.
A signed statement from the passenger tramway manufacturer that the installation was designed and built according to ANSI B77.1-2017 requirements shall be sent to the board upon request. When an existing passenger tramway is reinstalled at a ski area in this state, the statement of compliance required by this paragraph shall be signed by the ski area operator. The statement shall identify the parties involved in the project including the manufacturer, design engineer, and contractor.
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