New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 8 - HEALTH
Chapter 25 - NEW JERSEY YOUTH CAMP SAFETY STANDARDS
Subchapter 8 - TRANSPORTATION
Section 8:25-8.5 - Special requirements for campers with physical disabilities, non-ambulatory campers

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 8:25-8.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 6, March 18, 2024

(a) The camp director shall ensure compliance with the following additional vehicle requirements, if the youth camp provides or arranges for transportation services for campers with physical disabilities who are non-ambulatory:

1. A ramp device or a hydraulic lift shall be provided with a lift minimum payload of 800 pounds;
i. If a ramp device is installed, it shall, have a non-skid surface, be securely stored, be protected from the elements when not in use, and have at least three feet of length for each foot of incline.

2. Wheelchairs shall be securely fastened and face forward;

3. The arrangement of wheelchairs shall not impede access to the emergency or exit door;

4. Seat belts, or other restraints approved by the Motor Vehicles Commission shall be installed for each passenger, including those seated in wheelchairs; and

5. Aisles leading from a wheelchair position to an emergency or exit door shall have a minimum width of 30 inches.

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