Responsibility Code

The Responsibility Code


  1. Always stay in control, and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects.

  2. People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.

  3. You must not stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible from above.

  4. Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look uphill and yield to others.

  5. Always use devices to help prevent runaway equipment.

  6. Observe all posted signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.

  7. Prior to using any lift, you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely.

The Responsibility Code is based on the Ohio Revised Code
4169.08(a and c) and 4169.07(b)

Find these and all Ohio ski laws at LAWriter.
Find "TITLE XLI LABOR AND INDUSTRY" then "CHAPTER 4169 SKI TRAMWAY BOARD."
Additional info on ski law can be found at www.skilaw.com

Also visit the Tusky Valley Ski & Board Club Risk Awareness Page

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