New York General Obligations Law Article 18 - SAFETY IN SKIING CODE

• 18-101 - Legislative Purpose.
  The legislature hereby finds that alpine or downhill skiing is both a major recreational sport and a major industry within the state of New York....
• 18-102 - Definitions.
  The following words and phrases when used in this article shall have, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the meanings given to them in this...
• 18-103 - Duties of Ski Area Operators.
  Every ski area operator shall have the following duties: 1. To equip all trail maintenance vehicles with such warning implements or devices as shall be...
• 18-104 - Duties of Passengers.
  All passengers shall have the following duties: 1. To familiarize themselves with the safe use of any tramway prior to its use; 2. To remain...
• 18-105 - Duties of Skiers.
  All skiers shall have the following duties: 1. Not to ski in any area not designated for skiing; 2. Not to ski beyond their limits...
• 18-106 - Duties of Skiers and Ski Area Operators With Respect to Inherent Risks.
  It is recognized that skiing is a voluntary activity that may be hazardous regardless of all feasible safety measures that can be undertaken by ski...
• 18-107 - Construction.
  Unless otherwise specifically provided in this article, the duties of skiers, passengers, and ski area operators shall be governed by common law.
• 18-108 - Severability.
  If any provision of this article or the application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions...

Last modified: February 3, 2019