N.J. Admin. Code § 5:14A-13.8

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 23, December 2, 2024

Section 5:14A-13.8 - Ride loading and unloading

(a) Safe and adequate means of loading and unloading from amusement rides shall be provided.

(b) For completely enclosed, dark structures:

1. Exits shall be marked by readily visible signs in compliance with Section 1013 of the building subcode, Uniform Construction Code of New Jersey (N.J.A.C. 5:23), in all cases where it is not immediately visible to the riders;

2. An independent system shall be provided for any lighting, emergency lighting, and loudspeaker system;

3. The electrical installation shall conform to Article 700 of the electrical subcode; and

4. Structures designed to accommodate more than 50 people shall have more than one exit at opposite ends or sides. All additional exits shall be clearly marked as exits and shall have a latching gate, door, or an operator to prevent entrance at that point.

(c) For structures not covered by (b) above:

1. Entrances and exits shall be clearly marked as such and shall be staffed at each location;

2. Riders waiting to board the ride shall be in a controlled area and shall not be permitted to gather around the entrance; and

3. If rides have exits as well as entrances, the exit shall be staffed and a fenced area shall direct riders away from any equipment, such as generators or transportation equipment.

N.J. Admin. Code § 5:14A-13.8

Amended by 50 N.J.R. 299(a), effective 1/16/2018