New York State Department of Labor December 18, 2014
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VIDEO, AUDIO and PHOTOS: State Labor Department and Olympic Regional Development Authority Announce All Open New York State Ski Areas Have Been Inspected and Are Ready for BusinessNew Yorkers Encouraged to Ski Safely at any of the State’s 52 Ski Areas, the Most in the Nation |
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The State Labor Department and Olympic Regional Development Authority today announced that New York’s open ski areas have all been inspected – they are ready for New Yorkers to safely hit the slopes – and offered safety tips for both skiers and ski operators for this ski season. VIDEO, AUDIO and PHOTOS highlighting ski tourism and safety are available on YouTube HERE and available for download in high quality versions (h264, mp4), including b-roll and full interviews, HERE. “It’s a great time to take advantage of New York’s ski areas,” said State Labor Commissioner Peter M. Rivera. “Whether you’re on the bunny slope or the double black diamond, get out there this season and enjoy a great winter pastime with your friends and family. I’m happy to proclaim that New York ski areas are inspected and now open for business.” New York State is home to 52 ski areas – more than any other state in the nation, according to Scott Brandi, President of Ski Areas of New York. The State Department of Labor recently completed the inspection of open ski areas in New York State, including the safety inspection of all ski lifts. Lift inspections include checking parts for structural integrity, ensuring brakes function properly, reviewing emergency evacuation procedures, inspecting loading and unloading areas, testing emergency power systems to evacuate the lift in the event of an electrical failure, and verifying that all third party inspections on the wire ropes, structural components and carriers have been performed. The Department of Labor’s trail inspections are now underway. Tips for passengers as they board rope tows, chair lifts and t-bar lifts:
For skiers and snowboarders:
For ski area operators:
To learn more about state laws concerning ski safety, please visit the Labor Department’s web site at www.labor.ny.gov/ski. To report safety concerns at a particular ski area, please call (518) 457-2131. For more information about the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority managed resorts visit: www.whitefacelakeplacid.com, www.goremountain.com and www.belleayre.com. To find a ski resort near you, visit: www.iskiny.com. |
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