Ohio Revised Code Title XLVII. Occupations Professions § 4785.021

The general assembly's intent in enacting section 4105.30 and Chapter 4785. of the Revised Code is to provide for the safety of installers, maintainers, and users of elevators and other conveyances, as well as to promote public safety awareness regarding the same. The use of unsafe and defective lifting devices imposes a substantial probability of serious and preventable injury to employees and the public. The prevention of these injuries and protection of employees and the public from unsafe conditions is in the best interest of the people of this state. Elevator personnel performing work covered by this chapter shall, by documented training, experience, or both, be familiar with the operation and safety functions of the components and equipment. Training and experience shall guarantee the ability to recognize the safety hazards and perform the procedures to which they are assigned in conformance with the requirements of this chapter. This chapter shall be considered the minimum standard for elevator and conveyance personnel.