Rutgers Law

New Jersey Statutes, Title: 5, AMUSEMENTS, PUBLIC EXHIBITIONS AND MEETINGS

    Chapter 14:

      Section: 5:14-4: Responsibilities of operator

           It shall be the responsibility of the operator to the extent practicable to:

a. Post the duties of roller skaters and spectators and the duties, obligations and liabilities of the operator as prescribed in this act, in conspicuous places in at least three locations in the roller skating rink;

b. Maintain the stability and legibility of all signs, symbols and posted notices required by this act;

c. When the rink is open for sessions, have at least one floor guard on duty for every approximately 200 skaters;

d. Maintain the skating surface in reasonably safe condition and clean and inspect the skating surface before each session;

e. Maintain the railings, kickboards and wall surrounding the skating surface in good condition;

f. In rinks with step-up or step-down skating surfaces, insure that the covering on the riser is securely fastened;

g. Install fire extinguishers and inspect fire extinguishers at recommended intervals;

h. Provide reasonable security in parking areas during operational hours;

i. Inspect emergency lighting units periodically to insure the lights are in proper order;

j. Keep exit lights and lights in service areas on when skating surface lights are turned off during special numbers;

k. Check rental skates on a regular basis to insure the skates are in good mechanical condition;

l. Prohibit the sale or use of alcoholic beverages on the premises; and

m. Comply with all applicable State and local safety codes.



L.1991,c.28,s.4.



This section added to the Rutgers Database: 2013-06-10 16:36:30.

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