Oklahoma § 40-175 - Temporary floorings in steel frame buildings
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 40-175 — Temporary floorings in steel frame buildings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-175. Temporary floorings in steel frame buildings
If in the erection of an iron or steel framed building, the
spaces between the girders or floor beams of any floor are not
filled or covered by the permanent construction of said floors
before another story is added to the building, a close plank
flooring shall be placed and maintained over such spaces, during the
construction of each story, from the time when the beams or girders
are placed in position; but openings protected by a strong hand
railing not less than four (4) feet high may be left through said
floors for the passage of workmen and material.
R.L.1910, § 3773.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 40-175
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 40-175 cover?
Section 40-175 ("Temporary floorings in steel frame buildings") 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 § 40-175?
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