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New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 1 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:61-1.7 - Application for boat safety certificate

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(a) The provider shall certify that the student successfully completed the course and examination, as defined in 13:61-1.4, by submitting an Application For Boat Safety Certificate Form S.P. 421 in a manner deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. The application shall include the student's name, address, telephone number, age, date(s) of attendance, the name of the approved instructor administering the course and the name of the approved course provider. The Superintendent or designee may verify the accuracy of the information provided. Except as provided in (d) below, the provider shall issue the student a temporary boat safety certificate in a manner prescribed by, and on forms provided by the Superintendent. The temporary certificate shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of successful completion.
1. The provider shall be responsible for submitting all applications for boat safety certificates to the Marine Services Bureau within 30 calendar days of the completion of the boat safety course. The Marine Services Bureau shall return the completed boat safety certificates to the provider for distribution.
2. The provider shall be responsible for distributing the certificates to the course participants within 30 calendar days of receipt of the completed certificates from the Marine Services Bureau.
3. Course providers shall report to Marine Services Bureau the names, certificate numbers and any other appropriate information, of all undeliverable certificate(s). The Superintendent may require that the provider return the undeliverable certificate(s) to the Marine Services Bureau.
4. Providers that fail to meet the requirements of this section may be subject to the sanctions provided in 13:61-1.8.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 1 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:61-1.8 - Intent to revoke provider approval; revocation; suspension; denial of approval; denial of re-approval

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(a) The Superintendent may revoke, suspend or refuse to approve or re-approve a provider for failure to comply with any requirements of this chapter, or for other good cause, including, but not limited to, fraud or misrepresentation in an application for approval or a certification of completion, or for administering or instructing courses or allowing an instructor to administer or instruct courses in a manner inconsistent with the provisions of the course certification, or in a manner inconsistent with New Jersey statutes and rules, or for providing inferior service to boating safety class participants. This shall include, but is not limited to, creating an unnecessary delay in forwarding applications for boat safety certificate to the Marine Services Bureau, or in forwarding certificates to class participants, and shall also include failure to conduct administrative duties in a manner prescribed by the Marine Services Bureau, and generally practiced by course providers and approved boat safety instructors in the State of New Jersey. Students completing courses conducted by a provider whose approval has been revoked, suspended, has expired, who has been denied approval or re-approval or who is otherwise not approved to administer boating safety courses in the State of New Jersey, shall not be eligible for issuance of a boat safety certificate.
1. The course provider shall be responsible for ensuring that all course advertisements, printed or otherwise, are factual and correct. All course advertisements shall accurately reflect the total number of hours that an individual will be required to be present and shall state whether mandatory homework will be required as part of the course. All course advertisements shall include the name and phone number of the approved course provider who will be administering the course.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 1 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:61-1.9 - Hearings; boating safety course providers

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(a) The Superintendent shall afford the applicant or approved provider, an opportunity for reconsideration and to submit additional information or, in the case of a revocation, suspension or denial of approval or re-approval, an explanation of corrective action taken and procedures instituted to prevent a recurrence. A request for such reconsideration shall be made in writing to the Superintendent within 15 days from the receipt of notice provided under 13:61-1.8.
(b) If a request for reconsideration is timely received, the Superintendent shall set a date for submission of additional information and notify the parties of the time limit. The Superintendent or designee shall promptly review any additional information submitted and, upon verification of the information or corrective action taken, notify the provider of the Superintendent's final decision. The Superintendent or designee may conduct an informal fact finding conference to aid in making a determination.
(c) The provider may request a formal hearing by notifying the Superintendent in writing within 15 days of receipt of notice of the Superintendent's determination. Upon receipt of such notice, the Superintendent shall consider the matter as a contested case. All hearings shall be held in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, 52:14B-1 et seq., and the Uniform Administrative Procedure Rules, N.J.A.C. 1:1.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 1 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE REQUIREMENTS › Section 13:61-1.10 - Records

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(a) The Superintendent shall maintain administrative records of applications, approvals, revocations of approvals and certifications of eligibility for boat safety certificates.
(b) Providers shall maintain and make available to the Superintendent or designee on request all course and student records, including records of all boat safety instructors who have taken part in the instruction of any boat safety course administered by the provider for a period of three years.
(c) The Superintendent shall make available to the public an annual list of all approved courses and providers.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 2 - BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTORS › Section 13:61-2.1 - Applicability

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The rules in this subchapter apply to all public or private entities that provide approved boat safety courses to the public, or proctor tests for approved internet courses, for the purpose of issuance of a boat safety certificate required by 12:7-61.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 2 - BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTORS › Section 13:61-2.2 - Boat safety instructor approval required

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No public or private entity approved to offer a boat safety course pursuant to 12:7-60 and N.J.A.C. 13:61-1 shall employ an individual to provide instruction in an approved boat safety course who is not approved by the Marine Services Bureau as a boat safety instructor pursuant to this subchapter.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 2 - BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTORS › Section 13:61-2.3 - Qualifications and application process

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(a) To be qualified as an approved boat safety instructor, an applicant must hold:
1. A valid, current, United States Coast Guard operators license and a boat safety certificate issued by the Superintendent; or
2. A boat safety certificate issued by the Superintendent and proof of current certification as an instructor provided by any of the following entities:
i. The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary;
ii. The United States Power Squadron;
iii. The National Safe Boating Council; or
iv. Other boating safety instructor certification program determined acceptable by the Superintendent.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 2 - BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTORS › Section 13:61-2.4 - Denial of approval; boat safety instructor

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(a) The Marine Services Bureau may deny an application to become an approved boat safety instructor, or refuse to approve or re-approve an applicant, for any of the following reasons:
1. An applicant provides any forged documents, presents documents of another or makes any false or misleading statements on any part of the application whether that false or misleading statement was made verbally, in writing, or by some other means;
2. An applicant does not meet the qualifications in 13:61-2.3(a) or (b); or
3. An applicant has been convicted of any of the following crimes and offenses as evidenced by a criminal history background check:
i. In New Jersey, any crime or disorderly persons offense:
(1) Involving danger to the person, meaning those crimes and disorderly persons offenses set forth in 2C:11-1 et seq., 2C:12-1 et seq., 2C:13-1 et seq., 2C:14-1 et seq. or 2C:15-1 et seq.;
(2) Against the family, children or incompetents, meaning those crimes and disorderly persons offenses set forth in 2C:24-1 et seq.;
(3) Involving theft as set forth in Chapter 20 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes;
(4) Involving any controlled dangerous substance or controlled substance analog as set forth in Chapter 35 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes except N.J.S.A. 2C:35-10a.(4);
(5) Involving weapons or firearms, meaning those crimes and disorderly persons offenses set forth in Chapters 39 and 58 of Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes; or
(6) Involving falsification of records under 2C:21-4 or tampering with public records or information under 2C:28-7; or
ii. In any other state or jurisdiction, conduct which, if committed in New Jersey, would constitute any of the crimes or disorderly persons offenses described in (a)3i above.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 2 - BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTORS › Section 13:61-2.5 - Approval of instructors

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(a) The Marine Services Bureau shall review the application and the results of the criminal history record background check and determine the qualifications of the individual as an instructor.
(b) Upon approval, the Marine Services Bureau shall issue an instructor number and identification card to the applicant. The boat safety instructor approval shall be valid for a period of three years from the date of the criminal history record background check. If the instructor is also an approved boat safety course provider, the expiration date of the provider approval shall coincide with that of the instructor identification card.
(c) The applicant shall retain the identification card and present it to the boat safety course provider prior to engaging in any instructional activities. The Superintendent or designee may revoke or suspend the approval of any instructor who allows another to use or exhibit the instructor identification number or card.
(d) If an approved boat safety instructor is convicted of any of the offenses in 13:61-2.4(a)3, approval as a boat safety instructor in the State of New Jersey shall terminate immediately upon conviction, with or without notice from the Superintendent.
1. Upon conviction, the instructor shall cease providing instruction and shall surrender the identification card to the Marine Services Bureau. Upon termination of instructor status the Marine Services Bureau shall not process any applications for boat safety certificates forwarded by the provider, if any part of the course was administered after the date of conviction.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 2 - BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTORS › Section 13:61-2.6 - Suspension or revocation of instructor approval; denial of application for approval; denial of application for re-approval

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(a) If an approved boating safety instructor is found to have administered or instructed the boating safety course in a manner inconsistent with the provisions of the course certification, or in a manner inconsistent with New Jersey statutes and rules, the Superintendent or designee may suspend or revoke the instructor's approval, and/or deny that individual's application for approval or re-approval. If the approved boat safety instructor is also an approved provider, that approval as a provider may also be suspended or revoked. Any person whose approval as a boating safety instructor is suspended or revoked or whose application for approval or re-approval was denied, may request a hearing in accordance with 13:61-2.8.
(b) The Superintendent may suspend, revoke or refuse to approve or re-approve an instructor that has a history of instructing boat safety courses in a manner inconsistent with the provisions of 12:7-60 or this chapter or of providing inferior service to boat safety class participants. This shall include, but is not limited to, creating an unnecessary delay in forwarding applications for boat safety certificate to the Marine Services Bureau or in forwarding certificates to class participants, and shall also include failure to conduct administrative duties in a manner prescribed by the Marine Services Bureau, and generally practiced by course providers and approved boat safety instructors in the State of New Jersey. Other good cause, including, but not limited to, fraud or misrepresentation in an application for approval or re-approval or a certification of completion.
(c) Students completing courses conducted by an instructor whose approval has been revoked, suspended, has expired, who has been denied approval or re-approval or who is otherwise not approved to administer boating safety courses in the State of New Jersey, shall not be eligible for issuance of a boat safety certificate.
(d) A notice of revocation or suspension of an instructor's approval, or a notice of denial of an application for approval or re-approval, shall be in writing from the Superintendent stating the reason(s) for revocation or denial and the effective date.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 2 - BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTORS › Section 13:61-2.7 - Re-approval of instructors

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(a) An approved boat safety instructor may submit an application for re-approval in a manner determined appropriate by the Superintendent.
(b) The request for re-approval shall be submitted, and the re-approval process shall be conducted, in accordance with the process prescribed in this chapter for initial applications.
(c) Applications for re-approval shall be submitted at least 90 days prior to the expiration of approval or a lapse in approval may occur.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 2 - BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTORS › Section 13:61-2.8 - Hearings; boat safety instructors

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(a) In the case of a revocation or suspension, the Superintendent shall afford the applicant or approved instructor an opportunity for reconsideration and to submit additional information or an explanation of corrective action taken, including any procedures instituted to prevent a recurrence. A request for such reconsideration shall be made in writing to the Superintendent within 15 days from the receipt of notice provided under 13:61-2.6.
(b) If a request for reconsideration is timely received, the Superintendent shall set a date for submission of additional information and notify the parties of the time limit. The Superintendent or designee shall review any additional information submitted and, upon verification of the information or corrective action taken, notify the provider of the Superintendent's final decision. The Superintendent may conduct an informal fact finding conference to aid in making a determination.
(c) The applicant or approved instructor may request a formal hearing by notifying the Superintendent in writing within 15 days of receipt of notice of the Superintendent's determination. Upon receipt of such notice, the Superintendent shall consider the matter as a contested case. All hearings shall be held in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, 52:14B-1 et seq., and the Uniform Administrative Procedure Rules, N.J.A.C. 1:1.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 3 - PRE-RENTAL BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTION › Section 13:61-3.1 - Purpose

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This subchapter establishes standards for pre-rental boat safety instruction to persons who do not have a valid boat safety certificate pursuant to 12:7-61(3).
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 3 - PRE-RENTAL BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTION › Section 13:61-3.2 - Applicability

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(a) New Jersey residents who are 18 years of age or older, who do not possess a New Jersey boat safety certificate and out-of-State residents who are 18 years of age or older, who do not possess a New Jersey boat safety certificate or one of the documents specified in N.J.S.A. 12:7-61b(2)(i), (ii) or (iii), may operate a power vessel, that is not a personal watercraft, on the waters of New Jersey, under the following conditions:
1. The person rents the power vessel from a business engaged in renting power vessels for use on the waters of the State;
2. The person has successfully completed a State-approved pre-rental instruction course provided by the owner or lessor of the power vessel prior to operating the power vessel on the waters of the State; and
3. The owner of the power vessel rental business is experienced in the operation of power vessels and has successfully completed a boat safety course approved by the Superintendent of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 3 - PRE-RENTAL BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTION › Section 13:61-3.3 - Content of instruction

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(a) The rental business shall instruct each renter in boating safety prior to allowing such renter to operate. Instruction shall include at least the following topics:
1. United States Coast Guard Navigation rules;
2. Safe speed and distance;
3. Equipment requirements for the appropriate vessel being rented;
4. Operating instructions for the vessel being rented;
5. Operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs;
6. Refueling;
7. Weather and sea conditions;
8. Local hazard and security zones;
9. The prevention and common causes of accidents, such as:
i. Capsizing, falls overboard, collisions and groundings;
ii. Cold water immersion and hypothermia;
iii. Capacity of vessel, safe loading of vessel, dangers of overloading;
iv. Propeller safety, dangers associated with the vessel propeller; and
v. Dangers associated with the speed and wake of power vessels;
10. Buoys and navigation;
11. Vessel lights and night operation;
12. Anchoring and mooring;
13. Operator's responsibilities, including, but not limited to, the operation of power vessels in close proximity to sailing vessels and commercial vessels;
14. Carbon monoxide awareness;
15. New Jersey laws and rules, including, but not limited to, speed;
16. Procedures and practices pertaining to:
i. Waterskiing;
ii. Diving/snorkeling;
iii. Fishing, crabbing, etc.; and
17. Any additional topics deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 61 - BOAT SAFETY COURSE › Subchapter 3 - PRE-RENTAL BOAT SAFETY INSTRUCTION › Section 13:61-3.4 - Proof of completion

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(a) The boat rental business shall maintain a written record of all individuals who receive approved pre-rental instruction provided by that business. The original, completed, proof of completion shall be maintained as a record by the boat rental company for at least three years from the date that the renter completed the approved pre-rental instruction. The proof of completion may take the form of a rental agreement or may be a separate document. If the information required to be captured on the proof of completion is captured on the rental agreement, and a separate proof of completion is not issued to the renter, the rental agreement shall be considered to be the proof of completion and would therefore be subject to all of the requirements that the proof of completion is subject to.
(b) A copy of the completed proof of completion shall be provided to the renter, by the boat rental company and shall serve as evidence that the renter has received approved pre-rental instruction.
(c) The proof of completion will permit the individual to operate the rented power vessel, which is not a personal watercraft, for the duration of the rental period, as specified on the rental agreement. The renter shall, at all times while operating the vessel, have the proof of completion in their possession.
(d) At such time that the power vessel is returned to the rental business, the proof of completion will be considered void and the renters copy shall be collected by the boat rental business and retained on file for at least three years.
(e) In all cases, pre-rental instruction shall be completed prior to the renter operating the rented vessel.
(f) The proof of completion shall contain at least the following information:
1. The full name, address, date of birth, age and telephone number of the renter;
2. The date and time of rental, specifying the duration of the rental period;
3. The name and address of the boat rental business;
4. The name of the owner or principal officer of the boat rental business;
5. The name and signature of the supervisor who provides approved pre-rental instruction and demonstration;
6. A description of the rented vessel, including registration number, length, horsepower, color and maximum capacities;
7. The statement "I acknowledge that I have received adequate instruction in the operation of the rented vessel, and I feel confident in my abilities to operate the vessel safely"; and
8. The signature of the renter.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.1 - License application procedure

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(a) A license shall be required for any operation or conduct of motor vehicle races and exhibitions of motor vehicle driving and the tracks or places at which the same are operated and conducted. The application for a motor vehicle race track license must be submitted at least 90 days prior to the first day of racing or exhibition. An application for renewal of a license shall be submitted within 60 days of the expiration date of the license. An initial and a renewal application shall be accompanied by:
1. An insurance certificate;
i.
											5:7-13 states that no license shall be issued for the holding of any motor vehicle race or exhibition of motor vehicle driving skill until the person applying for the license shall have filed with the Department evidence satisfactory to it of the issuance of an insurance policy approved by the department and conditioned, in the case of a race or exhibition at a track or other place accommodating less than one thousand people, for the payment of less than $ 25,000 to any one person obtaining judgment, and not less than $ 50,000 on all judgments recovered, and for the payment of not less than $ 50,000 to any one person obtaining judgment, and not less than $ 100,000 on all judgments recovered, in the case of all other races or exhibitions, upon a claim or claims arising out of the same transaction, connected with the same subject of action (to be apportioned ratably among judgment creditors according to the amount of their respective judgments) for damages because of bodily injury, including death at any time resulting therefrom, caused to any person or persons, other than the driver, and all pit area personnel as the result of an accident occurring as a result of the conduct of any motor vehicle race or exhibition of motor vehicle driving skill, for which the license is granted, under which policy the liability of the company shall become absolute when loss or damage covered by the policy occurs, and satisfaction by the insured of a final judgment for the loss or damage shall not be a condition precedent to the right or duty of said company to make payment on account of the loss or damage and which policy shall not be cancelable or annulled as to any loss or damage by an agreement between the carrier and the insured after the insured has become responsible for the loss or damage or in any other event, except on 10 days prior notice to the Department;
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.2 - Licensee's responsibility

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The licensee is responsible for any violations of 5:7-8 et seq. or any of the provisions of this chapter.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.3 - Restrictions upon licensee

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(a) The Superintendent may impose reasonable restrictions upon any licensee and may waive application of any rules in the interest of safety in his or her discretion, on a case-by-case basis for a specific event or for the facility generally.
(b) The restrictions may include, but shall not be limited to:
1. Requirements for special protective devices for the participants in, or spectators attending, any race or exhibition; and/or
2. Limitations concerning spectator areas; and/or
3. Limitations concerning types of events and classes of vehicles; and/or
4. Requirements for the protection of participants and spectators.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.4 - Procedures for approval of unspecified events

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(a) When a licensee requests approval to conduct a racing event as defined herein, which is not specifically addressed by this chapter, the licensee shall apply to the Superintendent, or designee, for approval for the conduct of said event. Approval shall not be granted unless the Superintendent, or designee, is satisfied that:
1. The request for an approval was made in writing to the Superintendent, or designee, at least 60 days prior to the racing event;
2. The request contains a sufficient description of the event; and
3. The approval will not adversely affect the safety of the public or participants at a racing event.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.5 - Demonstration events

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(a) Licensees may apply in writing to the Superintendent, or designee, for permission to suspend application of a specific rule or rules applicable to an event and to conduct such event under a modified rule or rules for the purpose of evaluation.
(b) The request for modification shall be submitted at least 60 days in advance of the first scheduled event and shall include a complete description of the event or events to be conducted, a citation to the rule or rules for which modification is requested, the modified rule or rules for which approval is requested, a statement of the purpose of the modification, and a schedule of events to be conducted under the modified rule.
(c) The Superintendent, or designee, shall approve the request as submitted, or approve the request subject to conditions, or deny the request based upon an evaluation of the potential impact of the modification on the safety of spectators and participants. Only the licensee submitting the request shall conduct events in accordance with an approved modified or suspended rule.
(d) A request for approval of a demonstration event may be submitted in connection with a petition for rulemaking pursuant to 52:14B-4(f).
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.6 - Infield pit areas; inspection

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(a) Tracks having the pit area in the infield of a substantially circular or oval track will be subject to special inspection to determine whether arrangements are sufficient to provide reasonable protection for pit area personnel.
(b) Such inspection will be made following application to the Superintendent which shall be filed in conjunction with the application for the race track license.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.7 - Alcoholic beverages and drugs

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(a) No alcoholic beverages, nor narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit producing drugs will be permitted on the race track proper, the pit area, or any other area having unrestricted access to the race track proper. No person who has partaken of any alcoholic beverage or narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit producing drug in any amount whatsoever shall participate in any race or exhibition of driving skill, or perform any duties in the pit or pit area.
(b) Any vehicle containing alcoholic beverages or narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit producing drugs, and any person found to have partaken of alcoholic beverages or narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit producing drugs shall be removed from the pit area as soon as is practicable and shall be prohibited from returning to the pit area.
(c) No person who has been convicted of the use or possession of a controlled dangerous substance, as provided in the Comprehensive Drug Reform Act of 1986, 2C:35-1 et seq., shall be permitted to enter into a pit area for a period of one year from the date of conviction.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.8 - Pit credentials

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(a) During racing events, the track management, or a sanctioning organization, shall be responsible for the issuance of pit credentials. If pit credentials are issued by a sanctioning organization, the design and distribution of the pit credentials must be approved in advance by track management to ensure compliance with this chapter.
(b) Only persons holding pit credentials shall be admitted to the pit area or racing area.
(c) Reporters and photographers of the working press in possession of valid pit credentials shall be limited to safe areas. Such safe areas shall provide 360 degree, positive barrier protection from vehicles and shall be constructed, so as to prevent photographers from leaning out over the racing surface.
(d)The issuance of pit credentials shall be limited to:
1. Participating pit crew members age 16 and above, with a maximum of eight, unless otherwise stated by the participating race sanctioning body rulebook, which includes the driver;
2. Drivers having cars entered in one of the events in the race;
3. Members of the track staff having business in the pit area;
4. Race officials; and
5. Accredited photographers and reporters of the working press.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.9 - Announcements

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(a) The licensee shall be responsible to make a suitable announcement over the public address system in the pit area, advising the public and pit personnel of the following:
1. The minimum age of persons permitted in the pit area;
2. The prohibition against smoking in the area where fuel is stored or refueling of vehicles takes place;
3. The prohibition against the use of alcoholic beverages in the pit area;
4. The prohibition against the use of narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit producing drugs in the pit area; and
5. The speed limit of five miles per hour in the pit area.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.10 - Monthly reports

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
The licensee shall file with the Superintendent a monthly report on the form approved and provided by the Superintendent. This report shall include the date of racing events held in the reported month, the type of event, the attendance, the number of vehicles as well as an account of any other unusual incidents occurring at the track during the reporting period. The report shall further include the monthly schedule of events.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.11 - Accident reports and impounding of certain vehicles

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Accidents involving injury or death must be reported to the office of the Superintendent, by telephone, no later than the first business day following the accident.
(b) Such a report must be followed within 48 hours by a complete written report of the accident.
(c) Any vehicle which is involved in a crash resulting in serious or fatal injuries to a driver or spectators thereof shall be impounded by the licensee and detained until such time as an inspection of the vehicle may be made by a representative of the Superintendent.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.12 - Report of deaths to local police

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
In addition to the reports to the Superintendent, the licensee shall report any accident resulting in a fatality to the police agency having jurisdiction by the quickest means available.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.13 - Inspection of vehicles

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The licensee shall arrange for the inspection of each participating vehicle prior to the event, to determine that it meets the requirements of this chapter. Vehicles not meeting the requirements set forth for the specified event shall be barred by the licensee from participation or practice.
(b) Vehicles which are to be used in automobile races or exhibitions of driving skill are subject to unannounced inspection and approval at any time by the Superintendent or designee.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.15 - Refueling

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) In all instances where refueling is permitted with the engine running, the licensee shall insure that a member of the pit crew equipped with an approved type fire extinguisher be in close proximity to the fill pipe of the fuel tank.
(b) The licensee shall not permit smoking in any area where fuel is being transferred or stored. The licensee shall post a sign at all entrances of any such area stating "NO SMOKING".
(c) The licensee shall not permit the use of welding and acetylene torches in any area where fuel is being transferred or stored unless a fully charged fire extinguisher is in close proximity.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.16 - Water overflow tanks

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
The licensee shall not permit water overflow tanks or reservoirs to be installed inside the driver compartment. Tanks or reservoirs mounted in the roll cage must be fully shielded to protect the driver.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.17 - Security personnel

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The licensee shall furnish sufficient security protection to maintain peace and good order.
(b) Guard personnel will be furnished by the licensee at each unlocked gateway between the spectator areas and the track and/or pit areas.
(c) Guard personnel will be furnished by the licensee at each unlocked gateway between the pit area and the track area.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.18 - Ambulances; certified EMTs

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The licensee shall not permit any race, practice or exhibition of driving skill unless there is available for immediate use at the licensed location at least one vehicle suitable for ambulance purposes, together with two certified EMTs.
(b) The licensee shall ensure that a driver of any racing event involved in an accident, which results in considerable damage to the vehicle or any noticeable injury to the driver is checked by the certified EMTs on duty and cleared to participate before he or she returns to the racing event.
1. If the driver refuses medical attention, he or she must sign a waiver stating so.
2. The licensee shall not allow the driver to re-enter the race event if the driver refuses to sign the medical waiver or medical attention is recommended.
3. Transportation of patients will be determined by EMT staff on scene.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.19 - Firefighting equipment

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The licensee may make use of the equipment, personnel and services of a recognized paid or voluntary fire company at licensed facilities or the licensee may decide to provide their own incipient fire brigade.
(b) All personal providing fire fighting services at licensed facilities shall adhere to the following minimum fire suppression requirements:
1. All drag racing, oval racing and/or road course licensees shall not permit any race, practice or exhibition of driving skill to be conducted unless there is a motorized fire-fighting vehicle available to be moved to the scene of a major fire that is equipped with fire-extinguishing agent(s) appropriate for the hazard expected to be encountered, which shall at a minimum, include the following:
i. Listed and labeled portable fire extinguishers readily available in the vehicle, containing at a minimum 125 lbs of dry chemical extinguishing agent. The minimum capacity of each extinguisher shall be 20 lbs.; and
ii. A minimum 75 gallon water tank with a pump or a pressurized water tank and hose with a minimum length of 50 feet, with appropriate fire-fighting nozzle, with consideration given to the following:
(1) A fire suppression aqueous film-forming foam-(AFFF) rated foam concentrate agent additive capable of suppressing a class B fire, as well as be compatible with polar solvents;
(2) Such foaming or wetting agent additives shall be used in compliance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Agents may be drawn by way of pick-up tube from concentrate container or pre-mixed with water inside of the tank. To prevent syphon loss during application, all containers of concentrate agent or additive shall be filled to a level that will ensure the agent will not run out prior to the complete discharge of the water tank;
(3) One or more portable carbon dioxide (CO<2>) fire extinguishers for use on potentially smaller engine type fires;
(4) All discharged and emptied water tanks shall be refilled and recharged prior to the resumption of racing activities. All discharged and emptied fire extinguishers shall be replaced prior to the resumption of racing activities;
(5) All such fire suppression equipment listed in (b)1ii(1) through (4) above shall be checked and tested monthly during the racing season; and
(6) The licensee shall provide training to incipient fire brigade employees on the deployment, use and maintenance of the fire suppression equipment in (b)1ii(1) through (4) above. Training supplied shall include fire suppression training on the type of fire hazard to be expected in relation to the specific racing fuels used at each facility; and
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 2 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS › Section 13:62-2.20 - Wreckers

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) The licensee shall permit only authorized personnel to ride on any wrecker.
(b) No person shall be permitted to ride outside the cab of any wrecker.
(c) Wreckers shall be operated with due care and circumspection.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 3 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES AND PERSONNEL: ROAD RACING AND HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING SCHOOLS › Section 13:62-3.1 - Licensed facilities

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
Road course-racing, high performance driving schools, and driving experience-related events shall only take place in licensed facilities. Sanctioned and unsanctioned events shall be conducted in a manner no less restrictive than permitted pursuant to the rules in this chapter.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 3 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES AND PERSONNEL: ROAD RACING AND HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING SCHOOLS › Section 13:62-3.2 - Construction requirements

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Design and construction of permanent road course race courses must be approved for compliance with this chapter by the Superintendent or his or her designee prior to construction or alteration.
(b) Drawings of the road course track design and associated areas shall be provided as near to scale as practicable and shall indicate the location of required safety features.
(c) Safety features such as flag stations, hubrails, steel armco, tire barriers, and/or concrete walls shall be detailed on the drawings.
(d) Entrance and exit gates to the pits, staging areas, or emergency vehicle service areas, may remain open while cars are on the track and/or staging areas; however, all open gates shall be monitored to allow only authorized vehicles participating in the event and/or approved emergency vehicles.
(e) A pit entry and exit merge lane indicated by a painted solid yellow line shall be provided before the entry to the pits. The length of the lane must allow a vehicle to either obtain race speed before merging with race traffic or to decelerate the vehicle to pit lane speed prior to the entrance to pit lane.
New Jersey Administrative Code › Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY › Chapter 62 - MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK RULES › Subchapter 3 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES AND PERSONNEL: ROAD RACING AND HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING SCHOOLS › Section 13:62-3.3 - Fences

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 14, July 15, 2024
(a) Fences shall be erected around the entire outside of the road course.
(b) If the infield of the road course is accessible by spectators or other non-driving participants, fencing shall also be provided around the entire infield with tunnels and/or bridges to allow emergency entry and egress.
(c) Fences required under this section shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link and shall be at least five feet in height and so constructed as not to be easily lifted, climbed over, or moved aside.