 Legislation
One of the jobs of the OCSSDI is to watch and influence legislation that
can effect divers and the diving community. Several years ago, the Council
became aware the state was creating a submerged lands act (protection of
shipwrecks), and became involved in making sure that divers have a say on
the controlling board. A member of the OCSSDI is currently on that board and
makes sure the voice of divers is heard.
Your membership and participation in the OCSSDI allows divers to have
influence on the issues effecting them though the combined resources of the
organization. In turn, the council can inform you of changes to laws, and
new issued as they come up.
Current Legislative Issues
Medical Oxygen
- Council members recently got an update to Ohio's law passed that
allows for divers to legally purchase, posses, and use medical oxygen for
diving emergencies.
Before this law update, it was difficult to get refills of Oxygen bottles
for first aid to divers without a doctor's prescription, and technically
illegal to administer without being a medical provider.
- The new law that allows possession without a prescription is
here.
If you run across a seller who does not know this, you may want to print
the PDF file under the above link.
- For updates
check here under rule 4729-21-06
- OCSSDI has a member on the committee who recommends this list of
approved agencies every 3 years. If your agency is not on the list, please
contact the OCSSDI legislative committee members in our contacts link on
the left, or contact the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy.
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The Bill
Other Laws that effect Diving in Ohio
Flag Laws • Shipwreck Law • Restricted • Spearfishing • Emergency Oxygen Bill passes Ohio Congress • Legislation |
