1501:47-1-20 Muffler noise regulations.

 

 

 

1501:47-1-20               Muffler noise regulations.

 

 

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 SAE J 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 Watercraft; 2045 Morse Road, A-3; 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:                                                             01/24/2016

Five Year Review (FYR) Dates:                         11/06/2015 and 01/24/2021

CERTIFIED ELECTRONICALLY

Certification

01/14/2016

Date

Promulgated Under:                           119.03

Statutory Authority:                           1547.52

Rule Amplifies:                                  1547.31

Prior Effective Dates:                         1/1/00, 9/20/10