Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024
Section 650-1-2-3 - Fighting Area (Cage)A. The fighting area canvas shall be no smaller than 18 feet by 18 feet and no larger than 32 feet by 32 feet. The fighting area canvas shall be padded in a manner approved by the Authority, with at least a one-inch layer of foam padding. Padding shall extend beyond the fighting area and over the edge of the cage platform. Plastic rubberized coverings shall be permitted.B. The fighting area canvas shall not be more than four feet above the floor on which it is placed and shall have suitable steps or a ramp for use by the participants. Posts shall be made of metal not more than six inches in diameter, shall extend from the floor of the building to a minimum height of 58 inches above the fighting area canvas, and shall be padded in a manner approved by the Authority.C. The fighting area canvas shall be enclosed by a fence made of material that will not allow a fighter to fall out or break through it onto the floor or spectators. All metal parts shall be covered and padded in a manner approved by the Authority and shall not be abrasive to the competitors.D. The fighting area fence shall have two separate outward-opening door entries onto the fighting area canvas.E. The Authority has the right to inspect all items brought into the fighting area.99- 650 C.M.R. ch. 1, § 2-3