Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.80 - Marking of snowmaking devices

Rule 20.

(1) When a ski run, slope, or trail is open to the public, the ski area operator shall mark snowmaking devices as stated in this rule.

(2) A ski area operator shall mark the location of any hydrant, snow gun, or similar fixture or equipment which is used in snowmaking operations located on a ski run and which extends less than 6 feet above the snow surface with a caution sign that has contrasting colors. An orange marking disc, with a minimum diameter of 8 inches, may be used as a caution sign. One sign is adequate for all devices within an area 3 feet on either side of the sign and 10 feet in the downhill direction of the ski run from the sign.

(3) A ski area operator shall place a fiber rope with flags, or mesh tape that is more than 3 inches in height, or a fence where any hose, cord, or similar equipment is laying on a ski run. The ski area operator shall place the fiber rope with flags, mesh tape, or fence between the device and the normal approaching ski traffic. The ski area operator shall place the flags on a fiber rope not more than 10 feet apart.

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Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.80

1989 AACS; 1998-2000 AACS