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2010 Ohio Revised Code
Title [49] XLIX PUBLIC UTILITIES
Chapter 4955: TRACKS; CROSSINGS
4955.321 Alternative audible warning system.

4955.321 Alternative audible warning system.

The public utilities commission may evaluate alternative systems for providing an audible warning of an approaching locomotive engine. The commission may approve the use of an audible warning system as an alternative to the whistle and bell required under division (B)(1) of section 4955.32 of the Revised Code only if it determines that the alternative audible warning system complies with applicable federal requirements for an audible warning of an approaching train and only if train-activated warning devices also are present at any crossing at which the alternative audible warning system is installed. The commission shall establish guidelines for the use and operation of any alternative audible warning system it approves.

Effective Date: 10-27-2000

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