New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 13 - LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Chapter 46 - RULES GOVERNING BOXING, EXTREME WRESTLING AND SPARRING EXHIBITIONS AND PERFORMANCES
Subchapter 2 - RING EQUIPMENT AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Section 13:46-2.5 - Ring dimensions; floor covering; safety features
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 6, March 18, 2024
(a) The boxing ring shall be not less than 18 feet nor more than 24 feet square between the ring ropes.
(b) The ring platform must extend beyond the ropes for a distance of at least two feet.
(c) Every ring and platform used for boxing in New Jersey shall be equipped with a one-inch layer of Celotex Building Board Number 2 or a similarly approved substance. Said application shall be between the floor of the ring and the canvas-covered padding.
(d) The ring floor, both within and outside the ropes, must be padded to a thickness of at least a one-inch layer of "Ensolite Boxing Ring Pad" or similar material applied over the one inch base of Celotex Building Board or similar material.
(e) Ring padding must be covered by a clean, unbroken covering of canvas, duck or similar material tightly stretched and laced to the ring platform.
(f) Ring posts shall be at least 18 inches away from the ring ropes. Ring posts shall not be more than three inches in diameter and may extend from the floor of the ring to a height no more than 58 inches and shall be thoroughly padded to the satisfaction of the Commissioner.
(g) Ring ropes shall be maintained as follows:
(h) The height of the ring and/or steps shall be as follows:
(i) The size and use of a gong or bell shall be as follows:
(j) It shall be the responsibility of the promoter to have an attendant available at all times during the progress of the event capable of making repairs, corrections and adjustments to the ring, the lights and other necessary fixtures as shall be ordered by the Commissioner.
(k) The ring shall be amply illuminated by overhead lights which shall be arranged so that shadow is eliminated and discomfort from heat and glare minimized for persons in or near the ring.