Oklahoma § 45-513 - Quality and testing of chains
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 45-513 — Quality and testing of chains, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-513. Quality and testing of chains
The main coupling chain, attached to the socket of the wire
rope, shall be made of the best quality of iron and shall be tested
by weights, or otherwise, to the satisfaction of the mine inspector
of the district where the mine is located, and the bridle chains
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 45. Mines and Mining
shall be attached to the main hoisting rope above the socket from
the top cross piece of the carriage or cage so that no single chain
shall be used for lowering persons into or hoisting them out of the
mine.
R.L.1910, § 3968.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 45-513
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 45-513 cover?
Section 45-513 ("Quality and testing of chains") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 45-513?
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