Ohio Administrative Code
Title 1501:47 - Division of Watercraft
Chapter 1501:47-1 - General Provisions
Section 1501:47-1-20 - Muffler noise regulations

Universal Citation: OH Admin Code 1501:47-1-20

Current through all regulations passed and filed through March 18, 2024

In accordance with division (I)(2) of section 1547.31 of the Revised Code, the following shall be required when conducting a powercraft noise level test:

(A) A sound meter which meets type 1 or type 2 specifications and SAE J 1970 and SAEJ 2005 standards shall be used;

(B) A sound level calibrator shall be used to calibrate the sound level meter. The sound level calibrator shall meet all SAE J 1970 and SAE J 2005 standards; and

(C) A sound level test shall be conducted in accordance with all manufacturer specifications pertaining to the specific sound level meter used.

(D) The operator of a powercraft that requests a letter of exemption for the purpose of testing, development, or both shall identify the powercraft concerning which the letter is issued by providing the following information in a letter addressed to the "Chief of the Division of Parks and Watercraft; 2045 Morse Road; Columbus, Ohio 43229."

(1) Hull identification number;

(2) Make;

(3) Model;

(4) Other specific identifying characteristics;

(5) Purpose for operation;

(6) Effective time or date of exemption; and

(7) Date(s) for exemption request.

(E) Requirements for the training of law enforcement officers who conduct powercraft noise level tests shall include the following:

(1) Site selection where noise level is measured;

(2) Calibration requirements; and

(3) Use of specific sound meter devices.

Effective: 1/26/2018
Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 1/24/2021
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 1546.04
Rule Amplifies: 1547.31
Prior Effective Dates: 01/01/2000, 09/20/2010, 01/24/2016

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