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Virginia Administrative Code (Last Updated: January 10, 2017) |
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Title 12. Health |
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Agency 5. Department of Health |
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Chapter 450. Rules and Regulations Governing Campgrounds |
Section 150. Safety
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A. The electrical installation and electrical hook-up provided travel trailers, and other similar units shall be in accordance with the provisions of local electrical ordinances, or if no such ordinance exists, in accordance with the provisions of the National Electrical Code, applicable at the time of installation.
B. Adequate precautions shall be exercised by the operator to prevent the outbreak of fires. If open fires are permitted, there shall be a definite area provided within the bounds of each campsite for the building of fires by the camper, with a cleared area surrounding the firesite to aid in fire control.
C. Adequate precautions shall be taken by the operator in the storage and handling of gasoline, gas cylinders or other explosive materials, in accordance with local, state and national safety standards.
D. The operator shall make adequate provisions for the use and control of mini-bikes, trail bikes and other similar vehicles within the confines of the camping area to prevent accidents to small children and campers.
E. Broken bottles, glass and other sharp objects shall not be allowed to create a hazard to children or others.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR355-35-04 § 1, eff. July 21, 1971.