# KRS § 352.045: 352.045 Cutting or welding inby last open break prohibited

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXXVIII_C352_S352.045

## Section

- **Citation:** KRS § 352.045
- **Heading:** 352.045 Cutting or welding inby last open break prohibited
- **Jurisdiction:** Kentucky
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** KY Code / Title XXVIII / Chapter 352 / Section 352.045

## Text

352.045 Cutting or welding inby last open break prohibited.

There shall be no cutting or welding inby the last open break, except in case of

emergency.

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