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NEW JERSEY

MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK

REGULATIONS

SEPTEMBER 2006 - SEPTEMBER 2010

Jon Corzine Stuart Rabner Colonel Joseph R. Fuentes

Governor Attorney General Superintendent, NJSP

CHAPTER 62

MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS

NEW JERSEY ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

THIS FILE INCLUDES ALL REGULATIONS ADOPTED

AND PUBLISHED THROUGH THE

NEW JERSEY REGISTER, VOL. 39. NO. 6, MARCH 19,

2007

TITLE 13. LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY

CHAPTER 62. MOTOR VEHICLE RACE

TRACK RULES

CHAPTER TABLE OF CONTENTS

SUBCHAPTER 1. DEFINITIONS

13:62-1.1 Words and phrases defi ned

SUBCHAPTER 2. MOTOR VEHICLE RACE TRACK

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND LICENSEE

RESPONSIBILITIES: ALL RACING EVENTS

13:62-2.1 License application procedure

13:62-2.2 Licensee’s responsibility

13:62-2.3 Restrictions upon licensee

13:62-2.4 Procedures for approval of unspecifi ed

events

13:62-2.5 Demonstration events

13:62-2.6 Infi eld pit areas; inspection

13:62-2.7 Alcoholic beverages and drugs

13:62-2.8 Pit credentials

13:62-2.9 Announcements

13:62-2.10 Monthly reports

13:62-2.11 Accident reports and impounding of certain

vehicles

13:62-2.12 Report of deaths to local police

13:62-2.13 Inspection of vehicles

13:62-2.14 Braking system and pedal reserve

13:62-2.15 Refueling

13:62-2.16 Water overfl ow tanks

13:62-2.17 Security personnel

13:62-2.18 Ambulances; fi rst aid attendant

13:62-2.19 Fire fi ghting equipment

13:62-2.20 Wreckers

SUBCHAPTER 3. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

FOR VEHICLES AND PERSONNEL: ROAD

RACING AND HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING

SCHOOLS

13:62-3.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-3.2 Construction requirements

13:62-3.3 Fences

13:62-3.4 Flag Stations and fl agmen

13:62-3.5 Maximum Protection

13:62-3.6 Helmets and Eye Protection

13:62-3.7 Safety Belts, shoulder harnesses and crotch

belt

13:62-3.8 Seats

13:62-3.9 Inspection of Vehicles

13:62-3.10 Speed Limits

13:62-3.11 Clothing Requirements; other than drivers

13:62-3.12 Number of persons in vehicle

13:62-3.13 Rollover bars

13:62-3.14 Driver requirements for racing

SUBCHAPTER 4. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR

VEHICLES AND PERSONNEL: OVAL RACING

13:62-4.1 Construction requirements

13:62-4.2 Fences

13:62-4.3 Red and amber lights

13:62-4.4 Flagmen

13:62-4.5 Starters

13:62-4.6 Maximum protection

13:62-4.7 Safety belts, shoulder harness and crotch belt

13:62-4.8 Inspection of vehicles

13:62-4.9 Number of persons in vehicle

13:62-4.10 Seats

13:62-4.11 Bumpers

13:62-4.12 Rollover bars

13:62-4.13 Nerfi rig bars

13:62-4.14 Exhaust system

13:62-4.15 Fire wall and fl ooring

13:62-4.16 Fuel lines and fuel pumps

13:62-4.17 Fuel tanks

13:62-4.18 Fuel supply shutoff valve

13:62-4.19 Refueling

13:62-4.20 Batteries

13:62-4.21 Braking system and pedal reserve

13:62-4.22 Tires

13:62-4.23 Ignition switch

13:62-4.24 Repairs

13:62-4.25 Drivers

13:62-4.26 Helmets, head cushions, and head and neck

restraints

13:62-4.27 Goggles or face shield

13:62-4.28 Arm restraints; window nets

13:62-4.29 Transmission safety mats

13:62-4.30 Enclosed drive shaft

13:62-4.31 Water overfl ow tank

13:62-4.32 Speed limits

13:62-4.33 Licensed facilities

SUBCHAPTER 5. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR

VEHICLES AND PERSONNEL: DRAG RACING

13:62-5.1 Construction requirements

13:62-5.2 Fences

13:62-5.3 Starting tree lights

13:62-5.4 Starters

13:62-5.5 Maximum protection

13:62-5.6 Location

13:62-5.7 Vehicle equipment

13:62-5.8 Inspection of vehicles

13:62-5.9 Number of persons in vehicle

13:62-5.10 Seats

DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY

13:62-5.11 Exhaust system

13:62-5.12 (Reserved)

13:62-5.13 (Reserved)

13:62-5.14 (Reserved)

13:62-5.15 Refueling

13:62-5.16 Batteries

13:62-5.17 Braking system and pedal reserve

13:62-5.18 Tires

13:62-5.19 Ignition switch

13:62-5.20 Repairs

13:62-5.21 Drivers

13:62-5.22 Helmets, head cushions, and head and neck

restraints

13:62-5.23 Goggles or face shield

13:62-5.24 (Reserved)

13:62-5.25 Enclosed drive shaft

13:62-5.26 Water overfl ow tank

13:62-5.27 Vehicle lighting

13:62-5.28 Vehicles equipped with parachutes

13:62-5.29 Exceptions

13:62-5.30 Spectator protection

13:62-5.31 Pit area fences

13:62-5.32 Vehicle positioning

13:62-5.33 “Burnouts”

13:62-5.34 Speed limits

13:62-5.35 Minimum age requirement for a Street legal

car racing events

13:62-5.36 Persons permitted in the pit area

13:62-5.37 Vehicles allowed in return road

13:62-5.38 Licensed facilities

13:62-5.39 Exceptions

SUBCHAPTER 6. MOTORCYCLE AND QUAD

VEHICLES RACING EVENTS (OVAL RACING)

13:62-6.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-6.2 Hubrail construction

13:62-6.3 Exceptions

13:62-6.4 Fences

13:62-6.5 Red and amber lights

13:62-6.6 Flagmen

13:62-6.7 Starters

13:62-6.8 Maximum protection

13:62-6.9 Eye protection

13:62-6.10 Helmets

13:62-6.11 Braking system

13:62-6.12 Shutoff device

13:62-6.13 Minimum requirements of motorcycle

racing events

13:62-6.14 Quad vehicle requirements

13:62-6.15 Clothing requirements

13:62-6.16 Batteries

13:62-6.17 Speed limits

13:62-6.18 Pit Credentials

SUBCHAPTER 6A. MOTOCROSS AND QUAD

VEHICLE RACING EVENTS (SERPENTINE

RACING)

13:62-6A.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-6A.2 Construction requirements

13:62-6A.3 Fences

13:62-6A.4 Flagmen

13:62-6A.5 Starters

13:62-6A.6 Additional requirements for motocross events

13:62-6A.7 Clothing requirements

13:62-6A.8 Helmets

13:62-6A.9 Goggles or face shield

13:62-6A.10 Batteries

13:62-6A.1l Quad vehicle requirements

13:62-6A.12 Pit area driving prohibition

SUBCHAPTER 6B. MOTOCROSS ENDURO

RACING EVENTS

13:62-6B.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-6B.2 Construction requirements

13:62-6B.3 Areas designated as spectator areas and

fences

13:62-6B.4 Flagmen

13:62-6B.5 Starters

13:62-6B.6 Additional guidelines for motocross racing

enduro events

13:62-6B.7 Clothing requirements

13:62-6B.8 Helmets

13:62-6B.9 Goggles or face shield

13:62-.6B.10 Batteries

13:62-6B.11 Pit area driving prohibition

SUBCHAPTER 6C. MOTORCYCLE, QUAD VEHICLE,

AND SNOWMOBILE HARE SCRAMBLE EVENTS

13:62-6C.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-6C.2 Design and construction requirements

13:62-6C.3 Spectator area

13:62-6C.4 Starters, Flagmen, and course marshals

13:62-6C.5 Participants

SUBCHAPTER 7. SNOWMOBILE EVENTS

13:62-7.1 Track construction

13:62-7.2 Fences

13:62-7.3 Red and amber lights

13:62-7.4 Flagmen

13:62-7.5 Starters

13:62-7.6 Maximum protection

13:62-7.7 Safety requirements; vehicles and personnel

13:62-7.8 Exhaust system

13:62-7.9 Snow fl aps

13:62-7.10 Shutoff device

13:62-7.11 Engine and transmission shielding

13:62-7.12 Batteries

13:62-7.13 Speed limits

13:62-7.14 Licensed facilities

MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS

SUBCHAPTER 8. GO-KART EVENTS

13:62-8.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-8.2 Track construction

13:62-8.3 Safety requirements

13:62-8.4 Clothing requirements for all go-kart events

13:62-8.5 Pit area operation prohibition

13:62-8.6 (Reserved)

13:62-8.7 (Reserved)

SUBCHAPTER 9. DEMOLITION DERBY AND

TRACTOR PULLS

13:62-9.1 Demolition derby vehicles

13:62-9.2 Demolition derby participants

13:62-9.3 Goggles or face shield

13:62-9.4 Clothing requirements

13:62-9.5 Demolition derby exhibition area

13:62-9.6 Demolition derby tow vehicles

13:62-9.7 Tractor pull age requirement

13:62-9.8 Tractor pull kill switch requirement

13:62-9.9 Speed limits

13:62-9.10 Licensed facilities

SUBCHAPTER 10. AUTOMOBILE ENDURO EVENTS

13:62-10.1 Construction requirements

13:62-10.2 Fences

13:62-10.3 Red and amber lights

13:62-10.4 Flagmen

13:62-10.5 Starters

13:62-10.6 Maximum protection

13:62-10.7 Driver and vehicle requirements

13:62-10.8 Windshield

13:62-10.9 Mirrors

13:62-10.10 Vehicle interior and exterior requirements

13:62-10.11 Tires

13:62-10.12 Fuel tanks

13:62-10.13 Fuel lines

13:62-10.14 Engine and suspension requirements

13:62-10.15 Seat belts

13:62-10.16 Bumpers

13:62-10.17 Batteries

13:62-10.18 Seats

13:62-10.19 Rollover cage

13:62-10.20 Miscellaneous equipment requirements

13:62-10.21 Additional track responsibilities

13:62-10.22 Speed limits

13:62-10.23 Licensed facilities

SUBCHAPTER 11. MUD HOP

13:62-11.1 Construction requirements

13:62-11.2 Fences

13:62-11.3 Red and amber lights

13:62-11.4 Flagmen

13:62-11.5 Starters

13:62-11.6 Maximum protection

13:62-11.7 Licensed facilities

13:62-11.8 Alcohol/controlled dangerous substances

prohibited

13:62-11.9 Driver requirements

13:62-11.10 Equipment requirements

13:62-11.11 Windows

13:62-11.12 Vehicle interior and exterior requirements

13:62-11.13 Seat belts

13:62-11.14 Rollover cage

13:62-11.15 Bumpers

13:62-11.16 Batteries

13:62-11.17 Miscellaneous equipment requirements

13:62-11.18 Braking system and pedal reserve

13:62-11.19 Automatic transmission safety mats

13:62-11.20 Seats

13:62-11.21 Additional track responsibilities

13:62-11.22 Speed limits

13:62-11.23 Licensed facilities

SUBCHAPTER 12. REACTION POWER VEHICLES,

THRILL SHOWS AND GYMKHANAS

13:62-12.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-12.2 Vehicle equipment

SUBCHAPTER 12A. QUARTER MIDGET EVENTS

13:62-12A.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-12A.2 Track construction

13:62-12A.3 Safety requirements

13:62-12A.4 Pit area operation prohibition

SUBCHAPTER 12B. JUNIOR DRAG RACING EVENTS

13:62-12B.1 Licensed facilities

13:62-12B.2 Construction requirements

13:62-12B.3 Fences

13:62-12B.4 Starting tree lights

13:62-12B.5 Starters

13:62-12B.6 Maximum protection

13:62-12B.7 Location

13:62-12B.8 Vehicle equipment and driver requirements

13:62-12B.9 Pit area operation

SUBCHAPTER 13. ADVISORY COMMITTEE

13:62-13.1 Appointment of advisory committee

SUBCHAPTER 14. SPECIAL AGE PROVISION

13:62-14.1 Participant requirements

13:62-14.2 Licensee responsibilities

SUBCHAPTER 15. ACTIONS FOR VIOLATION(S)

13:62-15.1 Actions for violations

SUBCHAPTER 16. APPEALS OF ADMINISTRATIVE

ACTION

13:62-16.1 Hearings

DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY

SUBCHAPTER 1. DEFINITIONS

§ 13:62-1.1 Defi nitions

The following words and terms, when used in this chapter,

shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly

indicates otherwise.

“Acceleration and performance tests” means a straightaway

race against time or another vehicle, including acceleration

and deceleration.

“Ambulance” means a motor vehicle certifi ed to provide

emergency medical services pursuant to the New Jersey

Highway Traffi c Safety Act of 1987, N.J.S.A. 27:5F-18

et seq., and the New Jersey Medical Assistance Health

Services Act, N.J.S.A. 30:4D-6.2 et seq.

“Driving school” means any instructional program or business

for high performance driving or racing offered by an

instructor or instructors who are recognized as such by a

sanctioning organization or within the racing industry.

“Enduro event” means an oval race in which the winner is

determined by the leading car at the expiration of a determined

time or number of laps.

“Flag station” means any protected station along a race track

from which fl agmen can observe track activity and signal

other track offi cials and participants.

“Go-kart” means a small four-wheel vehicle consisting of

a frame, seat, one or more engines mounted to the rear or

side of the driver’s seat, steering mechanism and a braking

system, and having no spring suspension system.

“Go-kart racing event” means a race involving vehicles

commonly known as go-karts as defi ned in this chapter,

either on a circular or oval track or on a road course involving

curves, chicanes or other track characteristics to simulate

varied road conditions.

“Jersey bar” means a vertical component of the roll cage

extending from the left side of a quarter midget race car.

“Junior dragster” means a competition vehicle that is scaled

down to half the size and is a near replica of a professional

dragster utilizing a lawn mower engine. The competitor will

utilize 1/8 of the track surface and driven by children between

the ages of 8-17.

“Lapping days” means organized, non-competitive, instructional

driving programs where passing is only permitted in

designated areas of the race track.

“Motorcycle special events” means motorcrosses, scrambles

and other events utilizing open road courses.

“Mud hops” means an event exhibiting driving skill in

which the winner is determined by distance or time on a

mud obstacle course.

“Pit area” means that portion of a racing location where

vehicles are serviced, repaired, or refueled during a racing

event.

“Quad” means a four-wheeled version of an all-terrain vehicle

(ATV), described as a small open motorized vehicle

designed for off-road use. ATVs are also considered off

highway vehicles (OHV) or off road vehicles (ORV).

“Quarter midget” means a competition vehicle scaled down

to one-fourth the size of midget racers powered by a lawn

mower engine and driven by children ages 5-16.

“Race practice” means any event when the race track is used

for the purpose of testing or tuning race vehicles, learning

the race track, or practicing for a race, multiple vehicles may

occupy the race track at the same time and passing is permitted

under the same conditions as a race.

“Racing event” means a motor vehicle race or exhibition of

driving skill, including that time period prior to the actual

race or exhibition, as well as the time period during the race

or exhibition and until the conclusion of the race or exhibition

wherein all competing vehicles have been removed

from the racing surface.

“Reaction powered vehicles” means vehicles powered by jet

or rocket engines.

“Road course” means a race track which incorporates a series

of both left- and right-hand turns with or without banking

and may also contain changes in elevation.

“Road race” means all motor vehicle racing which occurs on

a road course.

“Sanctioning organization” means a regional, national, or

international organization, which regularly organizes and

operates promotional and touring events, time trials, driving

schools, or lapping days. Such organizations have established

and accepted guidelines for the operation of these

events.

“Snowmobile” means an engine driven motor vehicle designed

primarily to travel over ice or snow of a type that

uses sled type runners, skis, continuous belt trend, cleats or

any combination of these similar means of contact with the

surface upon which it is operated.

“Snowmobile racing event” means a race involving vehicles

commonly known as snowmobiles as defi ned in this chapter

on a circular or oval track, a road course involving curves,

chicanes, or a straightaway race against time or other snowmobiles.

13:62-1.1

MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS

“Staging area” means that portion of a racing location where

vehicles are lined up in preparation for entering the acceleration

and performance test area.

“Street legal car” means a car intended for the use on public

roadways and highways of this State and able to pass all of

the requirements for motor vehicle inspection as described

under Title 39 of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle and

Traffi c Laws.

“Superintendent” means the Superintendent of the Division

of State Police.

“Thrill shows” means events specifi cally designed to demonstrate

driving skill including, but not limited to, ramp jumps

and events requiring the intentional crashing or crushing of

participating vehicles.

“Time trials” means events conducted for the purpose of

competition through individually timed runs or laps although

multiple vehicles may be on the race track at the same time.

“Trained fi rst aid attendant” means a person certifi ed as an

emergency medical technician to provide emergency medical

services pursuant to the New Jersey Highway Traffi c

Safety Act of 1987, N.J.S.A. 27:5F-18 et seq. and the New

Jersey Medical Assistance Health Services Act, N.J.S.A. 30:

4D-6.2 et seq.

SUBCHAPTER 2. MOTOR VEHICLE RACE

TRACK LICENSE REQUIREMENTS AND

LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES:

ALL RACING EVENTS

§ 13:62-2.1 License application procedure

(a) A license shall be required for any operation or conduct

of motor vehicle races and exhibitions of motor vehicle

driving and the tracks or places at which the same are operated

and conducted. The application for a motor vehicle race

track license must be submitted at least 90 days prior to the

fi rst day of racing or exhibition. An application for renewal

of a license shall be submitted within 60 days of the expiration

date of the license and is to be accompanied by:

1. An insurance certifi cate;

i. N.J.S.A. 5:7-13 states that no license shall be issued

for the holding of any motor vehicle race or exhibition of

motor vehicle driving skill until the person applying for

the license shall have fi led with the Department evidence

satisfactory to it of the issuance of an insurance policy

approved by the department and conditioned, in the case

of a race or exhibition at a track or other place accommodating

less than one thousand people, for the payment of

less than $25,000 to any one person obtaining judgment,

and not less than $ 50,000 on all judgments recovered,

and for the payment of not less than $ 50,000 to any one

person obtaining judgment, and not less than $ 100,000

on all judgments recovered, in the case of all other races

or exhibitions, upon a claim or claims arising out of the

same transaction, connected with the same subject of action

(to be apportioned ratably among judgment creditors

according to the amount of their respective judgments)

for damages because of bodily injury, including death

at any time resulting therefrom, caused to any person or

persons, other than the driver, and all pit area personnel as

the result of an accident occurring as a result of the conduct

of any motor vehicle race or exhibition of motor vehicle

driving skill, for which the license is granted, under

which policy the liability of the company shall become

absolute when loss or damage covered by the policy occurs,

and satisfaction by the insured of a fi nal judgment

for the loss or damage shall not be a condition precedent

to the right or duty of said company to make payment on

account of the loss or damage and which policy shall not

be cancelable or annulled as to any loss or damage by an

agreement between the carrier and the insured after the

insured has become responsible for the loss or damage or

in any other event, except on 10 days prior notice to the

Department;

2. A duplicate of the insurance policy;

i. The policy shall be issued by a company approved

by the Superintendent;

ii. The policy and the certifi cate are to contain

a statement to the effect that they are noncancellable

except upon 30 days prior written notice to the

Superintendent;

3. A certifi ed check or postal money order in the

amount prescribed by law as the license fee;

4. A certifi cation from the building inspector of the

municipality where the track is located to the effect that

he has inspected the spectator seats and found them safe

for use. Where the municipality does not have a building

inspector, or a building code, a certifi cation from a New

Jersey State licensed structural engineer may be accepted;

and

5. A sketch or sketches of the track and associated

areas, as near to scale as practicable, indicating the location

of required safety features such as hub rails, fences,

light or fl agman positions, spectator seating, entrances

and exits, pit facility locations and other physical factors

affecting the safety of spectators and participants. This

requirement shall not apply to locations licensed prior to

January 1, 1963, unless alterations are made to the track

and associated areas on or after January 1, 1963.

13:62-2.1

DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY

§ 13:62-2.2 Licensee’s responsibility

The licensee is responsible for any violations of N.J.S.A. 5:

7-8 et seq. or any of the provisions of this chapter.

§ 13:62-2.3 Restrictions upon licensee

(a) The Superintendent may impose reasonable restrictions

upon any licensee and may waive application of any

rules in the interest of safety in his or her discretion, on a

case-by-case basis for a specifi c event or for the facility generally.

(b) The restrictions may include, but shall not be limited

to:

1. Requirements for special protective devices for the

participants in, or spectators attending, any race or exhibition;

and/or

2. Limitations concerning spectator areas; and/or

3. Limitations concerning types of events and classes

of vehicles; and/or

4. Requirements for the protection of participants and

spectators.

imposed by the Superintendent after receiving written notice

thereof from the Superintendent.

(d) The licensee may refuse participation by any driver,

crew member, or spectator for any cause that the licensee

deems unsafe to other drivers or spectators or otherwise

unsportsmanlike. The licensee shall ensure that all drivers

perform in a manner consistent with the necessary skills of

their respective division.

1. The licensee may also impose any restrictions reasonably

necessary to ensure the safety of the event.

(e) The licensee may refuse entry to any spectator whom

the licensee reasonably deems may adversely effect the safe

operation of the facility.

(f) The licensee shall maintain evidence proving the age

and written consent of a parent or legal guardian of all participating

drivers under the age of 18 on premises and available

for inspection.

§ 13:62-2.4 Procedures for approval of unspecifi ed

events

(a) When a licensee requests for approval to conduct

a racing event as defi ned herein which is not specifi cally

addressed by these rules, the licensee shall apply to the

Superintendent for approval for the conduct of said event.

Approval shall not be granted unless the Superintendent is

satisfi ed that:

1. The request for an approval was made in writing

to the Superintendent at least 60 days prior to the racing

event;

2. The request contains a suffi cient description of the

event; and

3. The approval will not adversely affect the safety of

the public or participants at a racing event.

§ 13:62-2.5 Demonstration events

(a) Licensees may apply in writing to the Superintendent

for permission to suspend application of a specifi c rule or

rules applicable to an event and to conduct such event under

a modifi ed rule or rules for the purpose of evaluation.

(b) The request for modifi cation shall be submitted at

least 60 days in advance of the fi rst scheduled event and

shall include a complete description of the event or events

to be conducted, a citation to the rule or rules for which

modifi cation is requested, the modifi ed rule or rules for

which approval is requested, a statement of the purpose of

the modifi cation, and a schedule of events to be conducted

under the modifi ed rule.

submitted, or approve the request subject to conditions, or

deny the request based upon an evaluation of the potential

impact of the modifi cation on the safety of spectators and

participants. Only the licensee submitting the request shall

conduct events in accordance with an approved modifi ed or

suspended rule.

(d) A request for approval of a demonstration event may

be submitted in connection with a petition for rulemaking

pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14B-4(f).

§ 13:62-2.6 Infi eld pit areas; inspection

(a) Tracks having the pit area in the infi eld of a

substantially circular or oval track will be subject to special

inspection to determine whether arrangements are suffi cient

to provide reasonable protection for pit area personnel.

(b) Such inspection will be made following application to

the Superintendent which shall be fi led in conjunction with

the application for the race track license.

§ 13:62-2.7 Alcoholic beverages and drugs

(a) No alcoholic beverages, nor narcotic, hallucinogenic

or habit producing drugs will be permitted on the race track

proper, the pit area, or any other area having unrestricted access

to the race track proper. No person who has partaken of

13:62-2.2

MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS

any alcoholic beverage or narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit

producing drug in any amount whatsoever shall participate

in any race or exhibition of driving skill, or perform any duties

in the pit or pit area.

(b) Any vehicle containing alcoholic beverages or narcotic,

hallucinogenic or habit producing drugs, and any person

found to have partaken of alcoholic beverages or narcotic,

hallucinogenic or habit producing drugs shall be removed

from the pit area as soon as is practicable and shall be prohibited

from returning to the pit area.

of a controlled dangerous substance, as provided in

the Comprehensive Drug Reform Act of 1986, N.J.S.A. 2C:

35-1 et seq., shall be permitted to enter into a pit area for a

period of one year from the date of conviction.

§ 13:62-2.8 Pit credentials

(a) During racing events, the track management, or a

sanctioning organization, shall be responsible for the issuance

of pit credentials. If pit credentials are issued by a

sanctioning organization, the design and distribution of the

pit credentials must be approved in advance by track management

to ensure compliance with this chapter.

(b) Only persons holding pit credentials shall be admitted

to the pit area or racing area.

possession of valid pit credentials shall be limited to safe

areas.

(d) The issuance of pit credentials shall be limited to:

1. Participating pit crew members age 16 and above,

with a maximum of eight, which includes the driver;

2. Drivers having cars entered in one of the events in

the race;

3. Members of the track staff having business in the pit

area;

4. Race offi cials; and

5. Accredited photographers and reporters of the working

press.

(e) The track management shall be responsible for the

checking of credentials of persons entering the pit area to

determine that no person shall enter the pit area or engage

in a race or exhibition unless such person shall produce credentials

showing age which satisfi es the age requirement for

a particular event. For 16 year olds, a photo drivers license

or other valid photo identifi cation and a copy of the birth

certifi cate shall be produced.

(f) The licensee or the Superintendent may require a

person to produce satisfactory evidence attesting to said

person’s physical and mental well-being as a prerequisite

to obtaining permission to enter the pit area. Such evidence

shall be on a form signed by a New Jersey licensed physician.

(g) No one is permitted in the staging lanes or track surface

without proper credentials.

(h) Flagmen and starters at all racing events shall be at

least 17 years of age.

(i) Mechanics must wear pants while working on their

respective vehicles.

(j) Drivers are not permitted to wear shorts while competing.

(k) Track staff shall wear pants, at all times, while working

in a race or practice event.

(l) Track staff shall wear brightly colored safety vests

to be easily identifi ed, or other identifying uniforms, while

working a race or practice event.

(m) No one under the age of 17 or without a valid driver’s

license shall operate any motor vehicle in or on the facility

during a racing event, unless otherwise specifi ed in this

chapter.

§ 13:62-2.9 Announcements

(a) The licensee shall be responsible to make a suitable

announcement over the public address system in the pit area,

advising the public and pit personnel of the following:

1. The minimum age of persons permitted in the pit

area;

2. The prohibition against smoking in the area where

fuel is stored or refueling of vehicles takes place;

3. The prohibition against the use of alcoholic beverages

in the pit area;

4. The prohibition against the use of narcotic, hallucinogenic

or habit producing drugs in the pit area; and

5. The speed limit of fi ve miles per hour in the pit

area.

(b) The announcement is to be made approximately 15

minutes before the start of the day’s program and twice during

the program.

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area advising authorized persons in the pit area of the following:

1. The minimum age of persons permitted in the pit

area;

2. The prohibition against the possession or use of

alcoholic beverages or narcotic, hallucinogenic or habit

producing drugs in the pit area; and

3. The prohibition against smoking in areas where fuel

is stored or refueling of vehicles takes place; and

4. The speed limit of fi ve miles per hour in the pit

area.

§ 13:62-2.10 Monthly reports

The licensee shall fi le with the Superintendent a monthly

report on the form approved and provided by the

Superintendent. This report shall include the date of racing

events held in the reported month, the type of event, the attendance,

the number of vehicles as well as an account of

any other unusual incidents occurring at the track during

the reporting period. The report shall further include the

monthly schedule of events.

§ 13:62-2.11 Accident reports and impounding of

certain vehicles

(a) Accidents involving injury or death must be reported

to the offi ce of the Superintendent, by telephone, no later

than the fi rst business day following the accident.

(b) Such a report must be followed within 48 hours by a

complete written report of the accident.

serious or fatal injuries to a driver or spectators thereof shall

be impounded by the licensee and detained until such time as

an inspection of the vehicle may be made by a representative

of the Superintendent.

§ 13:62-2.12 Report of deaths to local police

In addition to the reports to the Superintendent, the licensee

shall report any accident resulting in a fatality to the police

agency having jurisdiction by the quickest means available.

§ 13:62-2.13 Inspection of vehicles

(a) The licensee shall arrange for the inspection of each

participating vehicle prior to the event, to determine that it

meets the requirements of this chapter. Vehicles not meeting

the requirements set forth for the specifi ed event shall be

barred by the licensee from participation or practice.

(b) Vehicles which are to be used in automobile races or

exhibitions of driving skill are subject to unannounced inspection

and approval at any time by the Superintendent or

designee.

§ 13:62-2.14 Braking system and pedal reserve

(a) The licensee will be required to test and approve each

race car for pedal reserve before the car leaves the pit area to

enter the track.

(b) The licensee shall not permit any vehicle to participate

in any race or exhibition if the braking system includes the

direct application of pressure to any of the tires or with any

apparent defi ciency.

§ 13:62-2.15 Refueling

(a) In all instances where refueling is permitted with the

engine running, the licensee shall insure that a member of

the pit crew equipped with an approved type fi re extinguisher

be in close proximity to the fi ll pipe of the fuel tank.

(b) The licensee shall not permit smoking in any area

where fuel is being transferred or stored.

acetylene torches in any area where fuel is being transferred

or stored unless a fully charged fi re extinguisher is in close

proximity.

§ 13:62-2.16 Water overfl ow tanks

The licensee shall not permit water overfl ow tanks or reservoirs

to be installed inside the driver compartment. Tanks or

reservoirs mounted in the roll cage must be fully shielded to

protect the driver.

§ 13:62-2.17 Security personnel

(a) The licensee shall furnish suffi cient security protection

to maintain peace and good order.

(b) Guard personnel will be furnished by the licensee at

each unlocked gateway between the spectator areas and the

track and/or pit areas.

each unlocked gateway between the pit area and the track

area.

§ 13:62-2.18 Ambulances; fi rst aid attendant

(a) The licensee shall not permit any race, practice, or

exhibition of driving skill unless there is available for

immediate use at the licensed location at least one vehicle

suitable for ambulance purposes, together with two trained

fi rst aid attendants.

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(b) The licensee shall ensure that a driver of any racing

event involved in an accident which results in considerable

damage to the vehicle or any noticeable injury to the driver

is checked by the fi rst aid attendant(s) on duty and cleared to

participate before he/she returns to the racing event.

1. If the driver refuses medical attention, he or she

must sign a waiver stating so.

2. The licensee shall not allow the driver to re-enter the

race event if the driver refuses to sign the medical waiver

or medical attention is recommended.

§ 13:62-2.19 Fire fi ghting equipment

(a) The licensee shall not permit any race, practice, or

exhibition of driving skill to be conducted unless there

is available at suitable locations around the track Class B

Underwriter labeled approved fi re extinguishers.

(b) All extinguishers shall be fully charged at the beginning

of each day’s activities.

a year and carry a label to show the date of inspection.

(d) In addition there shall be a reserve consisting of a recognized

paid or voluntary fi re company with their equipment

or at least 350 pounds of dry chemical available to move to

the scene of any major fi re.

§ 13:62-2.20 Wreckers

(a) The licensee shall permit only authorized personnel to

ride on any wrecker.

(b) No person shall be permitted to ride outside the cab of

any wrecker.

SUBCHAPTER 3. SAFETY

REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES AND

PERSONNEL: ROAD RACING AND HIGH

PERFORMANCE DRIVING SCHOOLS

§ 13:62-3.1 Licensed facilities

Road course-racing, high performance driving schools,

and related events shall only take place in licensed facilities.

Sanctioned and unsanctioned events shall be conducted in a

manner no less restrictive than permitted under the rules in

this chapter.

§ 13:62-3.2 Construction requirements

(a) Design and construction of permanent road course

race courses must be approved for compliance with this

chapter by the Superintendent or his or her designee prior to

construction or alteration.

(b) Drawings of the road course track design and associated

areas shall be provided as near to scale as practicable

and shall indicate the location of required safety features.

armco, tire barriers, and/or concrete walls shall be detailed

on the drawings.

(d) Entrance and exit gates to the pits, staging areas, or

emergency vehicle service areas, may remain open while

cars are on the track and/or staging areas; however, all open

gates shall be monitored to allow only authorized vehicles

participating in the event and/or approved emergency vehicles.

(e) A pit entry and exit merge lane indicated by a painted

solid yellow line shall be provided before the entry to the

pits. The length of the lane must allow a vehicle to either

obtain race speed before merging with race traffi c or to decelerate

the vehicle to pit lane speed prior to the entrance to

pit lane.

§ 13:62-3.3 Fences

(a) Fences shall be erected around the entire outside of the

road course.

(b) If the infi eld of the road course is accessible by spectators

or other non-driving participants, fencing shall also

be provided around the entire infi eld with tunnels and/or

bridges to allow emergency entry and egress.

of welded wire fabric or chain link and shall be at least fi ve

feet in height and so constructed as not to be easily lifted,

climbed over, or moved aside.

§ 13:62-3.4 Flag stations and fl agmen

(a) Flag stations shall be erected at appropriate locations

around a road course to ensure that oncoming vehicles can

be provided suffi cient advance notice of any obstructions or

emergencies that might be on the track surface or in potentially

dangerous run off areas. Stations located near corners

shall be located so as to have a clear view of the track both

forward and rearward and in such a position that vehicles

on the track can readily see any displayed warning lights or

fl ags.

(b) Flag stations shall have adequate protection for the

fl agmen.

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during racing.

(d) Flag control: One fl agmen, starter, or experienced

event organizing offi cial shall be designated “fl ag control.”

Flag control shall be responsible for coordinating communications

with all fl ag stations, initiating emergency response

calls, and controlling access to the race track at all times

during an event.

(e) Any manned fl ag station shall be equipped with a

two-way radio that is on the same channel as all other fl ag

stations and race control.

(f) Flagmen will only be required during racing or events

where more than seven vehicles occupy the track at the same

time.

(g) When fl agmen are used, all standard motorsport fl ags

shall be used:

1. Yellow fl ag - caution, no passing;

2. Waving yellow fl ag - caution immediate danger,

slow down, no passing;

3. Red fl ag procedure may be set by each sanctioning

organization. If no procedure is provided to the contrary,

all vehicles shall come to a controlled stop, off the race

line within site of a fl ag station. The fl agmen shall direct

the vehicles when and how to resume. Alternatively the

sanctioning body may choose to have the red fl ag indicate

for all vehicles to slowly and proceed immediately into

the pits;

4. White fl ag - slow vehicles on the track and/or last

lap of a race;

5. Yellow and red stripe fl ag - caution, oil, or debris on

the track on the race line;

6. Black fl ag with orange ball - mechanical problem

with the vehicle to which the fl ag is pointed to. Vehicle

must pit immediately and go to pit lane;

7. Black fl ag - vehicle to which the fl ag is pointed must

proceed immediately to pit lane;

8. Green fl ag - track is clear and vehicles may proceed

at race speed; and

9. Checker fl ag - indicates the fi nish of a race or the

end of a session. Vehicles shall slow to cool down speeds,

cease all passing, and proceed to pit lane at the fi rst opportunity.

§ 13:62-3.5 Maximum protection

(a) All safety features such as hubrails, steel armco, tire

barriers, safer barriers, concrete walls, and fencing shall be

constructed and maintained so as to afford maximum protection

for spectators and participants.

(b) Any spectator stand or viewing area shall be at least 25

feet from the designated safety feature unless said feature is

a fence.

§ 13:62-3.6 Helmets and eye protection

(a) All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet,

which meets the most recent Snell Memorial Foundation

Testing Standards M or SA, incorporated by reference

herein, as may be amended and supplemented, which has

not reached the expiration date established by the Snell

Memorial Foundation at the time of the event. The standards

are available from the Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628

Madison Avenue, Suite 11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

(b) “M” (Motorcycle) Snell rated helmets may be used in

all motorcycle events and automobile events where fi re ratings

are not required.

helmets shall be used in all other applications.

(d) Helmets shall not be required under certain instructional

and guided tour events where the maximum speed on

the track shall not exceed 55 miles per hour.

(e) All helmets used by riders on motorcycles and open air

race cars shall be full-faced and shall be worn with the visor

in the closed position while on the track, the above rating

and standards not withstanding.

(f) Crew members fueling vehicles in pit lane during

racing shall wear an SA Fire-rated helmet meeting Snell

Memorial Foundation Testing Standards (discussed at (a),

(b) and (c) above), National Highway Safety Transportation

Association Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218

(Code of Federal Register, Title 49, Volume 5, Part 571,

Section 218, October 2003), or ANSI Z-90.1 standards, incorporated

by reference as amended and supplemented, or a

fi re-resistant balaclava as an alternative. ANSI standards are

available from the American National Standards Institute, 25

West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036. National Highway

Transportation Safety Administration standards are available

at http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/FMVSS/

index.html.

§ 13:62-3.7 Safety belts, shoulder harness and crotch

belt

(a) Safety belts are required at all times for any vehicles

(except motorcycles), and any occupant of any vehicle, that

is allowed on any portion of the race track.

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(b) Safety belts for driving schools, time trials, lapping

days, and promotional and tour events must meet the

standards required by the sanctioning body or event

organizer. At a minimum, original vehicle equipment

DOT FMVSS 208, incorporated herein by reference and

available at http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/

FMVSS/index.html,seat belts or DOT FMVSS 209, incorporated

herein by reference and available at http:

//www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/FMVSS/index.html,

aftermarket seat belts shall be required.

motorcycles) require a minimum of a fi ve-point safety belt

for each occupant meeting one of the following standards:

1. SFI 16.1 or SFI 16.5, incorporated herein by reference

and available at http://www.sfi foundation.com, seat

belts shall be valid for two years from the month and year

punched or indicated on the SFI tag. There shall be one

original tag attached to one of the two shoulder belts, one

original tag attached to one of the lap belts, and a third

original tag attached to the crotch belt.

2. FIA 8853, incorporated herein by reference and

available at http://www.fia.com/sport/Regulations/

standregs.html, seat belts shall be valid for fi ve years

from the year of manufacture. Belts are stamped or

printed with an expiration year. FIA seat belts expire on

December 31 of the year printed or stamped on the FIA

tag. FIA tags are located on each leg of the shoulder belt

and lap belt, and on one leg of the crotch strap.

(d) Safety belts must be installed according to the manufacturer’s

recommendations and to the guidelines of the

sanctioning organization.

(e) Four-, fi ve-, and six-point seat belts shall not be used

in conjunction with any original equipment vehicle seat that

has integrated headrest without a direct pass thru for proper

installation of a double shoulder belt.

(f) Crotch straps, in any installation, shall not be routed

around the front of a seat.

§ 13:62-3.8 Seats

(a) Vehicles participating in promotional and touring

events, drivers schools, time trials, and lapping days, may

utilize the original equipment seat provided by the manufacturer

provided it has a headrest of suffi cient height to provide

head support to the driver.

(b) Vehicles participating in a race or race practice shall

be fi tted with a seat allowing for proper installation of the

minimum fi ve- or six-point seat belt. Such seat designs shall

be in accordance with the rules of the sanctioning organization.

§ 13:62-3.9 Inspection of vehicles

(a) Vehicles participating in an event by a sanctioning

organization must meet all technical guidelines set forth by

that organization.

(b) Any vehicles to be used in a race or other type of

driving event are subject to unannounced inspection and approval

at any time, for compliance with this chapter, by the

Superintendent or designee.

§ 13:62-3.10 Speed limits

(a) No vehicles shall be operated in the paddock or staging

areas at a speed in excess of fi ve miles per hour.

(b) No vehicles shall be operated in the pit lane in excess

of 20 miles per hour during any event, except race and practice

sessions.

races and practice sessions only.

§ 13:62-3.11 Clothing requirements; other than drivers

(a) Tank tops, shorts, and any other kind of sandals or

open-toed shoes are prohibited from the pit lane or any part

of the race track during any part of an event where vehicles

are active in the pit lane or on the race track.

(b) During races, crew members working in the hot pit

shall wear suits of at least one layer of fi re retardant material

(two are recommended) to cover the entire torso, arms, and

legs.

minimum of two layers of fi re retardant material fi re retardant

shoes, gloves, socks, and head sock.

§ 13:62-3.12 Number of persons in vehicle

(a) No vehicle shall carry more than one person at any

time during a race or practice session.

(b) Certifi ed instructors are permitted to ride as a

passenger in any vehicle driven by a participant during any

event, except a race.

with multiple passengers providing that each passenger has

his or her own seat and seat belt.

(d) Multiple passengers may ride in a vehicle during

promotional and touring events, and in other events for the

purpose of instruction and/or demonstration providing:

1. All vehicle occupants are wearing a minimum of a

factory provided seat belt; and

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2. All passengers shall have signed a liability waiver

form provided by the licensee or sanctioning organization.

§ 13:62-3.13 Rollover bars

(a) Rollover protection is required for all open cockpit or

convertible vehicles.

(b) Factory provided rollover protection (production vehicles)

may be used for promotional and touring events, time

trials, drivers schools, and lapping days providing that the

height of any vehicle occupant (with helmet) is not higher

than the highest point of the factory rollover protection

structure.

in races and race practices shall have a roll bar that is a minimum

of one inch above the head of any vehicle driver or

instructor.

§ 13:62-3.14 Driver requirement for racing

(a) All drivers shall be of the minimum age to meet the

standards required by the sanctioning organization or be at

least 17 years of age with a valid drivers license, if there is

no sanctioning organization.

(b) All drivers of vehicles (other then motorcycles) during

a race or race practice shall wear a minimum of two layers of

fi re-resistant material covering their body, legs, and arms.

gloves, shoes, and socks.

(d) It is recommended that all drivers wear a fi re-resistant

head sock.

(e) Drivers of street legal cars are not required to wear

fi re-resistant clothing, but it is recommended.

(f) Motorcycle drivers must wear protective suits; however

they need not be fi re rated.

(g) Head and neck restraint meeting SFI 38.1 standard is

strongly recommended for drivers of vehicles equipped with

proper seats, headrests, and seat belts.

(h) Minimum age requirements shall not apply to licensed

high performance driving schools or driving schools operated

at licensed facilities by driving instructors accepted by

their respective sanctioning organizations or industries.

SUBCHAPTER 4. SAFETY

REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES AND

PERSONNEL: OVAL RACING

§ 13:62-4.1 Construction requirements

(a) Hubrail construction shall comply in all respects with

the requirements of this chapter.

(b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on

the outer circumference of the track and around the entire

circumference thereof. Where spectators are allowed in the

infi eld or within the inner circumference of the track, the

licensee shall provide and ensure a hubrail, as described in

this section, around the inner circumference of the track.

wood or other suitable materials, at least 10 inches in width

by three inches in thickness.

1. At any oval track modifi ed or built after March 5,

2007, the hubrail shall be constructed of metal or concrete

material in accordance with New Jersey Department of

Transportation Standard Roadway Construction-Traffi c

Control-Bridge Construction Details 2001, incorporated

herein by reference, as may be amended and supplemented.

The standard is available at http://www.state.nj.us/

transportation/eng/CADD/v8/v8RoadwayDetails/pdf/

v8eRoadwayDetailsSet.pdf. Additional state-of-the-art

material shall be considered by the Superintendent or

designee when documentation of such material has been

properly submitted to for review. All material shall be

constructed as to afford maximum protection for spectators

and participants.

(d) The hubrail shall be supported by posts of similar

material of at least six inches in width and six inches in

thickness or round posts not less than seven inches in diameter,

which are set in the ground at least four feet and shall

extend above the ground at least two feet. The post shall be

no higher than the hubrail planking and shall be spaced no

more than six feet apart.

(e) Two planks of hardwood or other suitable material

shall be mounted on the side of the post facing the track and

running horizontally and parallel to each other.

(f) On the opposite side of the posts, not more than eight

inches from the top thereof, there shall be a 3/4 inch steel

cable running around the circumference of the track and

securely fastened to the post with eye bolts.

(g) The hubrail entrance and exit gates to the pit area shall

be closed while vehicles are in motion on the track, unless

alternate arrangements have been made by the installation of

barriers of a type which will prevent cars out of control from

leaving the track and entering the immediate pit working

area.

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(h) Where the licensee wishes to use methods other than

gates, an inspection of such installations by a representative

of the Superintendent is required.

(i) The hubrail opening for vehicles shall be so located

that a vehicle leaving the track must turn 90 degrees before

entering the pit area.

(j) At locations using methods other than gates between

the pit area and the track, the licensee shall provide a guard

to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the track

area.

(k) The use of baled hay or straw or any similar material

as a protective device between participating vehicles and

spectators is specifi cally prohibited.

§ 13:62-4.2 Fences

(a) All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator

areas shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain

link and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed

as not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside.

(b) After March 5, 2007, new or existing oval track facilities

larger then one-quarter of a mile that, either modify the

existing track circumference or change, in any manner, the

dimensions of the pit area shall erect a catch fence. The catch

fence shall be erected between the track and the entire pit

area. The catch fence shall be a minimum of 15 feet above

the hubrail and constructed and maintained so as to afford

the maximum protection for pit crews.

§ 13:62-4.3 Red and amber lights

(a) Each track used for automotive racing, except those

used for acceleration and performance tests, shall be

equipped with a system of at least four red lights and four

amber lights so arranged that at least one light of each color

will be visible to the drivers as they enter each turn.

(b) The lights shall be so arranged as to be controlled by

a single switch. The licensee shall provide a responsible

person to operate such switch during the entire time of each

race.

on the track shall stop as soon as possible and remain

stopped until such time as the red lights are turned out.

(d) When the amber lights are illuminated, all racing vehicles

on the track shall slow down and maintain their position,

unless otherwise directed to change position by a track

offi cial.

§ 13:62-4.4 Flagmen

(a) Tracks over one mile in length may use fl agmen in lieu

of the red and amber lights, provided the assistant fl agman in

the starter’s stand is in constant two-way radio or telephone

communication with all fl agmen.

(b) On display of the red fl ag all racing vehicles shall stop

as soon as possible and remain stopped until such time as the

red fl ag is removed from display.

slow down and maintain their position, unless otherwise directed

to change position by a track offi cial.

§ 13:62-4.5 Starters

(a) The licensee shall provide a starter(s) located within a

starter’s stand with an unobscured view of the entire racing

surface from which to control the racing event.

(b) The licensee shall provide an assistant fl agman in the

starter’s stand at all circular or oval tracks, road courses and

other locations utilizing the services of fl agmen to control

the event. The assistant fl agmen used to control or start a

race shall be in the starter’s stand when starting and during

the race.

§ 13:62-4.6 Maximum protection

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings must be constructed

and maintained so as to afford maximum protection

for spectators.

(b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after

April 1, 1960, must be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail.

§ 13:62-4.7 Safety belts, shoulder harness and crotch

belt

(a) A quick release type safety belt, shoulder harness and

crotch belt in good condition shall be compulsory on all vehicles.

(b) Both ends of the safety belt, shoulder harness and

crotch belt must be fastened to the frame of the vehicle.

harness and crotch belt shall be metal.

(d) All safety belts and shoulder harnesses shall be worn

properly the entire time the vehicle is being driven in a

race.

(e) All safety belts and shoulder harnesses shall bear the

date of manufacture and shall not be used for more than two

years from that date.

(f) The shoulder harness shall be secured to the frame of

the vehicle and come over a round bar at the driver’s shoulder

height.

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(g) No alterations shall be allowed to any manufactured

design of seat belts.

§ 13:62-4.8 Inspection of vehicles

(a) The licensee shall arrange for the inspection of each

participating vehicle prior to the event, to determine that it

meets the requirements of this chapter. The licensee shall

prohibit vehicles not meeting the requirements of this chapter

from participation or practice.

(b) Vehicles which are to be used in automobile races or

exhibitions of driving skill are subject to unannounced inspection

and approval at any time by the Superintendent or

designee.

§ 13:62-4.9 Number of persons in vehicle

No vehicle shall carry more than one person at any time

during a race or warm-up, except that during a bona fi de

training period an instructor may accompany the trainee.

§ 13:62-4.10 Seats

A metal racing seat, that bears a manufacturer’s identifi

cation as suitable for use in racing shall be used. The seat

shall be set on a steel plate 1/8-inch thick, the size of the base

of the seat. The seat shall be attached by six, three-line 5/16-

inch bolts. Four bolts shall be installed at the bottom of the

seat not more then three inches from the most outside edge.

The remaining two bolts shall be installed at the two most

practical widely spaced points at the top of the seat back.

The two seat back bolts shall be attached to an anchoring

position on the vehicle. A washer, larger than the head of the

bolt, shall also be installed on each bolt.

§ 13:62-4.11 Bumpers

(a) All vehicles shall be equipped with bumpers on the

rear.

(b) The bumper shall be fastened to the frame or structural

component of the car.

of the wheel and at least two inches in height.

§ 13:62-4.12 Rollover bars

(a) All vehicles shall be equipped with a rollover bar of

a design, construction and quality recognized by industry

standard and maintained with a view toward affording the

driver maximum protection against injury.

(b) Rollover bars shall be a minimum of three inches

above the driver’s head.

the vehicle.

§ 13:62-4.13 Nerfi ng bars

(a) All vehicles shall be equipped with auxiliary bumpers,

also known as nerfi ng bars, of a construction and design to

afford the driver maximum protection against injury.

(b) Nerfi ng bars shall extend within two inches of, but not

beyond, the outside edge of the tire.

§ 13:62-4.14 Exhaust system

(a) The outlet for the exhaust system shall be outside

of the vehicle and extend at least to the rear of the front

fi rewall.

(b) The exhaust system shall be designed and

constructed so as to direct the exhaust fl ow out and away

from the driver.

§ 13:62-4.15 Fire wall and fl ooring

(a) All vehicles shall have suitable metal fl ooring from the

front fi rewall to the center of the driver’s seat.

(b) All vehicles shall have a permanent fi re wall between

the fuel supply and the driver, unless the fuel tank consists

of a shell with an inner rubber bladder in which case the fi re

wall is not required.

§ 13:62-4.16 Fuel lines and fuel pumps

(a) A fuel line or fuel pump is prohibited in the driver’s

compartment unless properly shielded to prevent leakage

in the event the line or pump is damaged or broken. This

shielding shall consist of the steel braided material.

(b) Fuel lines shall be more than three inches from the

headers, unless shielded by metal.

§ 13:62-4.17 Fuel tanks

(a) The use of a commercially manufactured fuel cell is

mandatory in all vehicles utilizing a cell size of fi ve gallons

or more.

(b) All fuel cells shall be comprised of a steel or aluminum

container, bladder, anti-surge baffl ing and fi ll plate with

check valves (vent check and fi ll check).

1. The rigid container shall be manufactured of not less

than 22 gauge steel or 16 gauge aluminum.

2. No baffl ing material other than standard foam baffl

ing as provided by the fuel cell manufacturer shall be

permitted.

3. Bladders shall be commercially manufactured of

either soft rubber (rubberized fabric) or a molded cross

linked material.

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4. Manufactured check valves shall be installed as a

fl ow control device which closes during a “roll-over” accident

to prevent fuel escaping from the cell.

5. Any vehicle utilizing a tail tank shall use a rear

bumper with a hoop plate, and it is recommended that a

bladder also be utilized.

6. Fuel tanks shall not be mounted within the driver’s

compartment.

be approved for use by major sanctioning bodies (for example,

NASCAR, FIA, SCCA, USAC).

(d) Except as set forth in (e) below, vehicles utilizing an

“x” type frame work using a self-contained fuel cell with an

inner bladder shall bolt the fuel cell to the frame under the

cell. At least three one-inch metal straps one-quarter inch

thick, shall be bolted to the frame of the vehicle by at least

two 3/8 inch three line bolts positioned around the cell on all

sides, except for the bottom, so as to apply maximum pressure

against the tank to the frame.

(e) Vehicles not utilizing an “x” type frame shall have four

one inch metal straps, 1/4 inch thick, bolted to the frame of

the vehicle by at least two 3/8 inch three line bolts positioned

around the cell on all sides, except for the bottom, to apply

maximum pressure against the tank to the frame.

(f) A reinforcing member of the same kind and size

material as that used in the roll cage of the chassis shall be

installed to the rear of the fuel tank joining the rearmost portion

of the chassis.

(g) A vehicle utilizing a fuel tank mounted to the front

of the front fi re wall shall have a reinforcing member of the

same kind of material as that used in the roll cage or chassis

installed to afford maximum protection to the tank.

§ 13:62-4.18 Fuel supply shutoff valve

(a) All vehicles shall be equipped with a fuel shutoff valve

or switch which is easily accessible to the driver.

(b) The fuel shutoff valve or switch shall be conspicuously

marked with a brightly colored paint.

§ 13:62-4.19 Refueling

(a) In all instances where refueling is permitted with the

engine running, a member of the pit crew, equipped with a

10 BC or greater fi re extinguisher, shall be in close proximity

to the fi ll pipe of the fuel tank.

(b) Smoking shall be prohibited in any area where fuel is

being transferred or stored.

the vehicle is being refueled if the fi ll pipe is located within

24 inches of the cockpit, except that the driver compartment

may be occupied when the vehicle is being refueled from

gravity fed fuel containers.

(d) The use of welding and acetylene torches is not permitted

in any area where fuel is being transferred or stored

unless a fully charged fi re extinguisher is in close proximity.

§ 13:62-4.20 Batteries

(a) Batteries, located in the driver compartment, shall be

secured and shielded to prevent leakage in the event of damage

or turnover.

(b) Batteries located adjacent to the fuel supply of the

vehicle it shall be secured in a metal box bolted to the frame

of the vehicle by at least four 3/8 inch three line bolts and in

such a manner to apply maximum pressure against the metal

box to the frame. The battery shall also have a marine box

cover secured to the top of the metal box as to not allow any

movement of the battery.

and (b) above shall be secured and shielded to prevent leakage

in the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-4.21 Braking system and pedal reserve

(a) The licensee or designee shall test and approve each

race car for brake pedal reserve before the car leaves the pit

area to enter the track.

(b) The licensee or designee shall prohibit any vehicle

from participating in any event or exhibition if the braking

system includes the direct application of pressure to any of

the tires or with apparent defi ciencies.

§ 13:62-4.22 Tires

(a) No vehicle shall be permitted to participate in any race

if the tires are equipped or fi tted with any studs, hobs, or

other projections.

(b) This section is not intended to prohibit the use of rubber

knobbed tires normally used on dirt race tracks.

if the tires are in an unsafe condition.

§ 13:62-4.23 Ignition switch

All vehicles shall have an ignition switch which is easily

accessible within the driver compartment and conspicuously

marked.

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§ 13:62-4.24 Repairs

No repairs shall be made on any vehicle during the course of

a race unless the vehicle is removed to the pit area.

§ 13:62-4.25 Drivers

(a) All drivers shall be at least 17 years of age, except

that:

1. Licensees may permit drivers 16 years of age to

operate in events utilizing full-sized vehicles restricted to

400 hp or less, provided they have satisfi ed the skill and

experience requirements of the licensee.

(b) All drivers are required to wear fi re resistant underwear

and one piece fi re resistant clothing covering their

body, legs, and arms.

(d) All drivers shall wear fi re resistant shoes and socks.

§ 13:62-4.26 Helmets, head cushions and head and neck

restraints

(a) All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet, which

meets or exceeds the latest Snell Memorial Foundation

Testing Standard SA, incorporated by reference herein, as

may be amended and supplemented, which has not reached

the expiration date established by the Snell Memorial

Foundation at the time of the event. The standards are available

from the Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison

Avenue, Suite 11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

(b) All vehicles shall be equipped with a head cushion attached

to the roll-on bar or to the back portion of a

one-piece seat. The cushion shall be mounted so that it shall

be at the approximate height of the center of the driver’s

helmet.

inches in area with at least two inch padding. The minimum

length of any side of the head cushion shall be four inches.

(d) A support cushion shall be located behind the rear portion

of the seat, attached to the roll cage and at least 1/8 of an

inch thick.

(e) All drivers shall wear a properly secured head and

neck restraint device/system and/or a neck collar which are

commercially-produced and designed for racing.

§ 13:62-4.27 Goggles or face shield

The driver of all vehicles not equipped with windshields shall

wear windproof, shatterproof goggles or a face shield of the

type which meets or exceeds U.S.A. standard Specifi cations

for Head, Eye and Respiratory Protection Z2.1-1959 testing

standard.

§ 13:62-4.28 Arm restraints; window nets

All drivers shall use arm restraints or window nets.

§ 13:62-4.29 Transmission safety mats

(a) Any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission

shall have a steel mat, plate, or blanket installed over the

transmission so as to protect the driver from injury caused

by fragmentation of the automatic transmission upon explosion.

(b) All cooling devices within the driver’s compartment

shall be shielded from the driver to protect against injuries.

§ 13:62-4.30 Enclosed drive shaft

The drive shaft of a vehicle shall be enclosed or secure, front

and rear, by a steel strap 1/4 inch thick by one inch wide,

a 1/2 inch steel rod, or one inch steel tubing with .06 wall

thickness.

§ 13:62-4.31 Water overfl ow tank

Water overfl ow reservoirs shall not be installed inside the

driver compartment. Tanks or reservoirs mounted in the roll

cage must be fully shielded to protect the driver.

§ 13:62-4.32 Speed limits

(a) Vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area must

obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

(b) Vehicles utilizing a return road will be limited to a 15

miles per hour speed limit.

§ 13:62-4.33 Licensed facilities

Oval racing events shall only take place in licensed facilities.

SUBCHAPTER 5. SAFETY

REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES AND

PERSONNEL: DRAG RACING

§ 13:62-5.1 Construction requirements

(a) Hubrail construction shall comply in all respects with

the requirements of this chapter.

(b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on

the outer area of the track and around the entire area thereof.

Where spectators are allowed in the return road or within the

inner area of the track, the licensee shall provide and maintain

a hubrail, as described in this section, around the inner

area of the track.

the hubrail shall be constructed of metal or concrete material

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in accordance with New Jersey Department of Transportation

Standard Roadway Construction-Traffi cControl-Bridge

Construction Details 2001, incorporated herein by reference,

as may be amended and supplemented, available

at: http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/eng/CADD/v8/

v8RoadwayDetails/pdf/v8eRoadwayDetailsSet.pdf, that

provides no less protection than two planks of hard wood

or other suitable materials, at least 10 inches in width by

three inches in thickness. Additional state-of-the-art material

shall be considered by the Superintendent or designee when

documentation of such material has been properly submitted

for review. All material shall be constructed as to afford

maximum protection for spectators and participants.

(d) The hubrail shall be supported by posts of similar

material of at least six inches in width and six inches in

thickness or round posts not less than seven inches in diameter,

which are set in the ground at least four feet and shall

extend above the ground at least two feet. The post shall be

no higher than the hubrail planking and shall be spaced no

more than six feet apart.

(e) Two planks of hardwood or other suitable material

shall be mounted on the side of the post facing the track and

running horizontally and parallel to each other.

(f) On the opposite side of the posts, not more than eight

inches from the top thereof, there shall be a 3/4 inch steel

cable running around the circumference of the track and

securely fastened to the post with eye bolts.

(g) All hubrail access gates to and from the track area

shall remain secured during racing. These gates shall only

be opened by authorized personnel at such times as racing

has been suspended.

(h) Where the licensee wishes to use methods other than

gates, an inspection of such installations by a

representative of the Superintendent is required.

(i) The hubrail opening for vehicles shall be so located

that a vehicle leaving the track must turn 90 degrees before

entering the pit area.

(j) At locations using methods other than gates between

the pit area and the track, the licensee shall provide a guard

to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the track

area.

(k) The use of baled hay or straw or any similar material

as a protective device between participating vehicles and

spectators is specifi cally prohibited.

§ 13:62-5.2 Fences

All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator areas

shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link

and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed as

not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside.

§ 13:62-5.3 Starting tree lights

(a) Strips used for acceleration and performance tests

need be equipped with only one red light on the starting

tree.

(b) The lights shall be controlled by a single switch. The

licensee shall provide a responsible person to operate such

switch during the entire time of each race.

on the track shall stop as soon as possible and remain

stopped until such time as the red lights are turned out.

§ 13:62-5.4 Starters

The licensee shall provide a Starter(s) located within a

starter’s area with an unobscured view of the entire racing

surface from which to control the racing event.

§ 13:62-5.5 Maximum protection

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings shall be constructed

and maintained so as to afford maximum protection

for spectators.

(b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after

April 1, 1960, shall be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail.

§ 13:62-5.6 Location

(a) A location approved for acceleration and performance

tests shall provide for a stopping distance at least equal to the

acceleration and timing distance.

(b) The acceleration area shall not exceed 1,386 feet.

shall be paved.

(d) The end of the acceleration area may be marked by

an overhead banner, provided the supports are of such construction

that they will not present a hazard to the vehicles.

The height of the banner shall be at least 14 feet above the

surface of the strip.

§ 13:62-5.7 Vehicle equipment

(a) Safety belts, shoulder harness and crotch belt shall

be provided in accordance with Section 16 of the National

Hot Rod Association’s rules, incorporated by reference at

N.J.A.C. 13:62-5.39.

1. A quick release type safety belt, shoulder harness

and crotch belt in good condition shall be compulsory on

all vehicles.

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2. Both ends of the safety belt, shoulder harness and

crotch belt shall be fastened to the frame of the vehicle.

3. All fi ttings and connections of the safety belt, shoulder

harness and crotch belt shall be metal.

4. All safety belts and shoulder harnesses shall be worn

properly the entire time the vehicle is being driven in a

race.

5. All fi ve- and six-point harnesses shall bear the date

of manufacture and shall not be used more than two years

from that date.

6. The shoulder harness shall be secured to the frame

of the vehicle and come over a round bar at the driver’s

shoulder height.

7. No alterations shall be allowed to any manufactured

design of seat belts.

8. The exception to this section is for street legal cars.

These vehicles shall be equipped with the safety belt(s)

that was provided by the manufacturer.

§ 13:62-5.8 Inspection of vehicles

(a) The licensee shall arrange for the inspection of each

participating vehicle prior to the event, to determine that it

meets the requirements of this chapter. The licensee shall

prohibit vehicles not meeting the requirements of this chapter

from participation or practice.

(b) Vehicles which are to be used in automobile races or

exhibitions of driving skill are subject to unannounced inspection

and approval at any time by the Superintendent or

designee.

§ 13:62-5.9 Number of persons in vehicle

No vehicle shall carry more than one person at any time during

a race or warm-up, except during a bona fi de training

period an instructor may accompany the trainee.

§ 13:62-5.10 Seats

All seats shall be constructed, located, and mounted, in

accordance with Section 16.6:2 of the National Hot Rod

Association’s rules relative to class of competition, incorporated

by reference at N.J.A.C. 13:62-5.39.

§ 13:62-5.11 Exhaust system

The exhaust system shall be designed and constructed so as

to direct the exhaust fl ow out and away from the driver.

§ 13:62-5.12 (Reserved)

§ 13:62-5.13 (Reserved)

§ 13:62-5.14 Fuel tanks

All fuel tanks shall be constructed, fastened, located, and reinforced

as per NHRA rules, based on class of competition,

incorporated by reference at N.J.A.C. 13:62-5.39.

§ 13:62-5.15 Refueling

(a) In all instances where refueling is permitted with the

engine running, a member of the pit crew, equipped with a

10 BC or greater fi re extinguisher, shall be in close proximity

to the fi ll pipe of the fuel tank.

(b) Smoking shall be prohibited in any area where fuel is

being transferred or stored.

the vehicle is being refueled if the fi ll pipe is located within

24 inches of the cockpit, except that the driver compartment

may be occupied when the vehicle is being refueled from

gravity fed fuel containers.

(d) The use of welding and acetylene torches is not permitted

in any area where fuel is being transferred or stored

unless a fully charged fi re extinguisher is in close proximity.

§ 13:62-5.16 Batteries

(a) Batteries, located in the driver compartment, shall be

secured and shielded to prevent leakage in the event of damage

or turnover.

(b) Batteries located adjacent to the fuel supply of the

vehicle shall be secured in a metal box bolted to the frame

of the vehicle by at least four 3/8 inch three line bolts and in

such a manner to apply maximum pressure against the metal

box to the frame. The battery shall also have a marine box

cover secured to the top of the metal box as to not allow any

movement of the battery.

and (b) above shall be secured and shielded to prevent leakage

in the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-5.17 Braking system and pedal reserve

(a) The licensee or designee shall test and approve each

race car for brake pedal reserve before the car leaves the pit

area to enter the track.

(b) The licensee or designee shall prohibit any vehicle

from participating in any event or exhibition if the braking

system includes the direct application of pressure to any of

the tires or with apparent defi ciencies.

§ 13:62-5.18 Tires

(a) No vehicle shall be permitted to participate in any race

if the tires are equipped or fi tted with any studs, hobs, or

other projections.

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(b) No vehicle shall be permitted to participate in any race

if the tires are in an unsafe condition.

§ 13:62-5.19 Ignition switch

(a) All vehicles shall have an ignition switch which is easily

accessible within the driver compartment and conspicuously

marked.

(b) All motorcycles shall be equipped with a functional

tether mechanical kill device so that the ignition is shut off if

the rider separates from the vehicle.

§ 13:62-5.20 Repairs

No repairs shall be made on any vehicle during the course of

a race unless the vehicle is removed to the pit area.

§ 13:62-5.21 Drivers

(a) All drivers shall be at least 17 years of age.

(b) It is recommended that all drivers wear fi re resistant underwear

and one piece fi re resistant clothing covering their

body, legs, and arms.

gloves.

(d) It is recommended that all drivers wear fi re resistant

shoes and socks.

(e) Drivers of motorcycles and street legal cars are not

required to wear fi re resistant clothing, but it is recommended.

§ 13:62-5.22 Helmets, head cushions, and head and neck

restraints

(a) All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet which

meets or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation Testing

Standards for special application (SA) or motorcycle (M)

use, respectively, incorporated herein by reference, as may

be amended and supplemented, which has not reached

the expiration date established by the Snell Memorial

Foundation at the time of the event. The standards are available

from the Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison

Avenue, Suite 11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

(b) Where required under NHRA rules, incorporated by

reference at N.J.A.C. 13:62-5.39, all drivers shall wear a

properly secured head and neck restraint device/system or

neck collar which is commercially-produced and designed

for racing.

§ 13:62-5.23 Goggles or face shield

The driver of all vehicles not equipped with windshields shall

wear windproof, shatterproof goggles or a face shield of the

type which meets or exceeds U.S.A. standard Specifi cations

for Head, Eye and Respiratory Protection Z2.1-1959 testing

standard.

§ 13:62-5.24 (Reserved)

§ 13:62-5.25 Enclosed drive shaft

The drive shaft of a vehicle running 13.99 or quicker elapsed

time shall be enclosed or secured in the front by a steel strap

1/4 inch thick by one inch wide, a one-half inch steel rod

or one one inch steel tubing with .06 wall thickness. This is

not required for vehicles with an elapsed time of 14.00 and

slower equipped with street tires.

§ 13:62-5.26 Water overfl ow tank

Water overfl ow reservoirs shall not be installed inside the

driver compartment. Tanks or reservoirs mounted in the roll

cage must be fully shielded to protect the driver.

§ 13:62-5.27 Vehicle lighting

All vehicles shall be equipped with a functioning taillight so

that the starter is able to see the competing vehicles during

night racing.

§ 13:62-5.28 Vehicles equipped with parachutes

(a) All vehicles equipped with parachutes shall have a red

streamer attached to the safety pin. The safety pin shall be

removed from the parachutes before the starting lights are

activated.

(b) All vehicles utilizing two or more parachutes shall have

at least two anchoring points for each parachute, each separate

from the other.

§ 13:62-5.29 Exceptions

(a) Cars need not have rollover bars or door fastening,

provided there has been no modifi cation of either body or

engine.

(b) Street legal cars are exempt from having an enclosed

drive shaft provided that no modifi cations have been done to

the vehicle.

§ 13:62-5.30 Spectator protection

The licensee shall provide spectator protection by a standard

hubrail and six-foot high welded wire fabric or chain link

fence so constructed as not to be easily lifted, climbed over

or moved aside.

§ 13:62-5.31 Pit area fences

The pit area, if located behind the starting line, shall be separated

from the track by a six-foot high welded fabric or chain

link fence so constructed as not to be easily lifted, climbed

over or moved aside.

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§ 13:62-5.32 Vehicle positioning

Racing vehicles may line up a safe distance behind the starting

line. Only drivers, offi cials, and authorized persons are

permitted in this area.

§ 13:62-5.33 “Burnouts”

No “burnouts” shall be made unless the driver is secured in

the vehicle and the doors are fi rmly closed.

§ 13:62-5.34 Speed limits

(a) All vehicles returning after a race event, using the return

road, either under their own power or being towed shall

obey a 15 miles per hour speed limit until the vehicle has

been returned to the staging lanes or pits.

(b) All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area

shall obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

§ 13:62-5.35 Minimum age requirement for a street

legal car racing events

No persons will be permitted to participate in a street legal

car racing event unless that person is 17 years of age and

possesses a valid driver’s license from his/her state of residence.

§ 13:62-5.36 Persons permitted in the pit area

(a) All persons with pit credentials are to be permitted in

the pit area. Persons under the age of 17 are to be permitted

in the pit area as long as the individual has the proper pit

credentials and is accompanied by an adult.

(b) No one under the age of 17 will be permitted in the

staging area under any circumstance unless otherwise specifi

ed.

§ 13:62-5.37 Vehicles allowed in return road

(a) Only offi cial vehicles are permitted to travel the return

road while a racing event is in progress. An offi cial vehicle

means a vehicle displaying the competitor’s vehicle number

and shall be limited to one offi cial vehicle per competition

vehicle.

(b) All offi cial vehicles shall obey the following speed

limits:

1. All vehicles returning after a race event, using the

return road, either under their own power or being towed

shall obey a 15 miles per hour speed limit until the vehicle

has been returned to the staging lanes or pits.

2. All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area

shall obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

until the competition vehicle has entered the burn out area

and is preparing to compete.

§ 13:62-5.38 Licensed facilities

Drag racing events shall only take place in licensed facilities.

§ 13:62-5.39 Exceptions

Except as specifi cally set forth within this subchapter,

all licensees, participants, and participating vehicles

shall adhere to the 2006 National Hot Rod Association

(NHRA) Rulebook, incorporated herein by reference, as

may be amended and supplemented. Copies of the rulebook

are available from the NHRA at National Hot Rod

Association, 2035 Financial Way, Glendora, CA 91741 or at

www.nhra.com.

SUBCHAPTER 6. MOTORCYCLE AND

QUAD VEHICLES RACING EVENTS

(OVAL RACING)

§ 13:62-6.1 Licensed facilities

Motorcycle and quad vehicle oval racing events shall only

take place in licensed facilities.

§ 13:62-6.2 Hubrail construction

(a) Hubrail construction shall comply in all respects with

the requirements of this chapter.

(b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on

the outer circumference of the track and around the entire

circumference thereof. Where spectators are allowed in the

infi eld or within the inner circumference of the track, the

licensee shall provide and maintain a hubrail, as described in

this section, around the inner circumference of the track.

wood or other suitable materials, at least 10 inches in width

by three inches in thickness.

1. At any facility modifi ed or built after March 5, 2007,

the hubrail shall be constructed of metal or concrete material

in accordance with New Jersey Department of

Transportation Standard Roadway Construction-Traffi c

Control-Bridge Construction Details 2001, incorporated

herein by reference, as may be amended and supplemented,

available at: http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/

eng/CADD/v8/v8RoadwayDetails/pdf/v8eRoadwayD

etailsSet.pdf, which provides no less protection than

two planks of hard wood or other suitable materials, at

least 10 inches in width by three inches in thickness.

Additional state-of-the-art material shall be considered

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by the Superintendent or designee when documentation

of such material has been properly submitted for review.

All material shall be constructed as to afford maximum

protection for spectators and participants.

(d) The hubrail shall be supported by posts of similar

material of at least six inches in width and six inches in

thickness or round posts not less than seven inches in diameter,

which are set in the ground at least four feet and shall

extend above the ground at least two feet. The post shall be

no higher than the hubrail planking and shall be spaced no

more than six feet apart.

(e) Two planks of hardwood or other suitable material

shall be mounted on the side of the post facing the track and

running horizontally and parallel to each other.

(f) On the opposite side of the posts, not more than eight

inches from the top thereof, there shall be a 3/4 inch steel

cable running around the circumference of the track and

securely fastened to the post with eye bolts.

(g) The hubrail entrance and exit gates to the pit area shall

be closed while vehicles are in motion on the track, unless

alternate arrangements have been made by the installation of

barriers of a type which will prevent cars out of control from

leaving the track and entering the immediate pit working

area.

(h) Where the licensee wishes to use methods other than

gates, an inspection of such installations by a representative

of the Superintendent is required.

(i) The hubrail opening for vehicles shall be so located

that a vehicle leaving the track must turn 90 degrees before

entering the pit area.

(j) At locations using methods other than gates between

the pit area and the track, the licensee shall provide a guard

to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the track

area.

(k) The use of baled hay or straw or any similar material

as a protective device between participating vehicles and

spectators is specifi cally prohibited.

§ 13:62-6.3 Exceptions

(a) Hubrail posts constructed for use on motorcycle tracks

shall be no higher than the hubrail planking.

(b) Hubrails constructed for use on motorcycle tracks

shall consist of safety rails two feet high, constructed of two

two-inch by 12-inch planks, on four-inch by four-inch stanchions

spaced not more than six feet apart, and so embedded

in the ground that they will not pull out if struck.

two planks made of marine plywood, 3/4 inches thick and 12

inches wide may be used on motorcycle tracks. These rails

shall be backed up either by a wire cable similar to the wire

cable used on automobile hubrails, except that it need not

exceed 1/2 inch in diameter, or in the alternative, a mound

of packed earth shall be constructed in the back of the safety

rail at least 18 inches high, and tapering to the ground level

between the rail and the spectators.

§ 13:62-6.4 Fences

All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator areas

shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link

and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed as

not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside.

§ 13:62-6.5 Red and amber lights

(a) Each track used for motorcycle racing, except those

used for acceleration and performance tests, shall be

equipped with a system of at least four red lights and four

amber lights so arranged that at least one light of each color

will be visible to the drivers as they enter each turn.

(b) The lights shall be controlled by a single switch. The

licensee shall provide responsible person to operate such

switch during the entire time of each race.

on the track shall stop as soon as possible and remain

stopped until such time as the red lights are turned out.

(d) When the amber lights are illuminated, all racing vehicles

on the track shall slow down and maintain their position

unless otherwise directed to change position by a track

offi cial.

§ 13:62-6.6 Flagmen

(a) Tracks over one mile in length may use fl agmen in lieu

of the red and amber lights, provided the assistant fl agman in

the starter’s stand is in constant two-way radio or telephone

communication with all fl agmen.

(b) Flagmen shall be positioned so as to be visible to drivers

entering each turn on the track or course.

as soon as possible and remain stopped until such time as the

red fl ag is removed from display.

(d) On display of the amber fl ag all racing vehicles shall

slow down and maintain their position unless directed to

change position by a track offi cial.

(e) Flagmen at all racing events shall be at least 16 years

of age.

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§ 13:62-6.7 Starters

(a) The licensee shall provide starter(s) located within a

starter’s stand with an unobscured view of the entire racing

surface from which to control the racing event.

(b) All circular or oval tracks utilizing the services of fl agmen

to control the event shall also have an assistant fl agman

in the starter’s stand. The assistant fl agmen used to control

or start a race shall be in the starter’s stand when starting and

during the race.

age.

§ 13:62-6.8 Maximum protection

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings must be constructed

and maintained so as to afford maximum protection

for spectators.

(b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after

April 1, 1960, must be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail.

§ 13:62-6.9 Eye protection

All drivers shall wear windproof, shatterproof goggles or

face shield of the type, which meets or exceeds U.S.A. standard

Specifi cations for Head, Eye and Respiratory Protection

Z2.1-1959 testing standard unless excessively muddy conditions

would create a view obstruction on those devices.

§ 13:62-6.10 Helmets

All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet which meets

or exceeds the latest Snell Memorial Foundation Testing

Standard K, M or SA, incorporated herein by reference, as

may be supplemented or amended, which has not reached

the expiration date established by the Snell Memorial

Foundation at the time of the event. The Standards are available

from the Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison

Avenue, Suite 11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

§ 13:62-6.11 Braking system

(a) A representative of the track licensee will be required

to test front and rear brake application before the vehicle

leaves the area to enter the track.

(b) This section is not to be construed to require brakes on

racing motorcycles with a compression ratio higher than 10

to one or with a compression ratio which, in the opinion of

the Superintendent, is suffi ciently high to bring the motorcycle

to a stop when the ignition is cut off.

§ 13:62-6.12 Shutoff device

(a) A “shutoff” device shall be affi xed to the handlebars

on all competing motorcycles.

(b) A “shutoff” device shall be of a type which is designed,

constructed and maintained to stop the motor of the

motorcycle immediately upon releasing or pressing the said

device.

§ 13:62-6.13 Minimum age requirements of motorcycle

racing events

(a) All drivers participating in a motorcycle or quad racing

event (oval) shall be at least 17 years of age.

(b) All participants shall possess and display, upon request,

a valid motorcycle license or endorsement.

documentary evidence to substantiate age.

§ 13:62-6.14 Quad vehicle requirements

(a) Quad vehicles shall be equipped with a functional

tether type mechanical kill device, so that the ignition is shut

off upon the driver’s separation from the vehicle.

(b) Quad vehicle engines shall be fi tted with a guard completely

enclosing the primary drive.

(d) Vehicles designed to operate with three wheels (tricycles)

are prohibited from participation.

§ 13:62-6.15 Clothing requirements

(a) Drivers shall wear safety clothing to afford maximum

protection to the driver according to industry standards. It is

recommended that this clothing be of a fi re retardant material.

(b) Mechanics shall wear pants while working on their

respective vehicles.

(d) Track staff shall wear pants at all times while working

in a race or practice event.

(e) Staff personnel shall wear brightly colored safety

vests to be easily identifi ed or other identifying uniforms

while working a race or practice event.

§ 13:62-6.16 Batteries

Batteries shall be secured and shielded to prevent leakage in

the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-6.17 Speed limits

All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area shall

obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

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MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS

§ 13:62-6.18 Pit credentials

(a) The track management shall be responsible for the issuance

of pit credentials and only those credentials issued by

the track management shall be recognized as valid.

(b) Only persons holding pit credentials shall be admitted

to the pit area or racing area.

possession of valid pit credentials shall be limited to safe

areas.

(d) The issuance of pit credentials shall be limited to:

1. Pit crew members age 16 and above, with a maximum

of eight, which includes the rider.

2. Riders having motorcycles or quads entered in

one of the events in the race;

3. Members of the track staff having business in the

pit area;

4. Race offi cials; and

5. Accredited photographers and reporters of the

working press.

(e) The track management shall be responsible for the

checking of credentials of persons entering the pit area to

determine that no person shall enter the pit area or engage in

a race or exhibition unless such person shall produce credentials

showing age which satisfi es the age requirement for a

particular event. For 16-year olds, valid photo identifi cation

and/or a copy of the birth certifi cate shall be produced.

SUBCHAPTER 6A. MOTOCROSS AND

QUAD VEHICLE RACING EVENTS

(SERPENTINE RACING)

§ 13:62-6A.1 Licensed facilities

Motocross and quad vehicle serpentine racing events shall

only take place in licensed facilities.

§ 13:62-6A.2 Construction requirements

(a) Design and construction of motocross and quad vehicle

race courses must be approved by the Superintendent

or his or her designee prior to the racing event.

(b) A sketch or sketches of the track and associated areas

shall be provided as near to scale as practicable indicating

the location of required safety features.

for participants, light or fl agmen positions, spectator

seating, entrances and exits, pit facility locations and other

physical factors affecting the safety of spectators and participants

may be required for approval depending on the terrain

and location of the race course. This requirement shall not

apply to locations licensed prior to January 1, 1963, unless

alterations are made to the track and associated areas on or

after January 1, 1963.

§ 13:62-6A.3 Fences

All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator areas

shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link

and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed as

not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside, except

at motocross events the fence shall be of the same construction

but at least fi ve feet in height.

§ 13:62-6A.4 Flagmen

(a) Licensees may use fl agmen provided an assistant fl agman

is in the starter’s area and is in constant two-way radio

or telephone communication with all fl agmen.

(b) Flagmen shall be positioned so as to be visible to drivers

entering each turn on the track or course.

the pit area or racing surface shall be at least 16 years of

age.

(d) On display of the red fl ag, all racing vehicles shall stop

as soon as possible and remain stopped until such time as the

red fl ag is removed from display.

(e) On display of the amber fl ag all racing vehicles are to

slow down and maintain their position.

§ 13:62-6A.5 Starters

Starter(s) shall be located within a starter’s area with an

unobscured view of the entire racing surface from which to

control the racing event.

§ 13:62-6A.6 Additional requirements for motocross

events

(a) Except as provided in this chapter and in (a)1 and 2

below, all motocross practice, racing, and exhibition events

shall be in accordance with the 2006 American Motorcyclist

Association (AMA) rules and regulations, which are incorporated

by reference, as may be amended and supplemented.

AMA rules may be obtained from the American Motorcyclist

Association, 13515 Yarmouth Drive, Pickerington, OH

43147 or at www.AMADirectlink.com:

1. The designation “cc” shall be conspicuously marked

on the racing vehicle; and

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2. Hubrail construction does not pertain to motocross

events which utilize jumps and serpentine type racing.

§ 13:62-6A.7 Clothing requirements

Drivers shall wear safety clothing to afford maximum protection

to the driver according to industry standards. It is recommended

that this clothing be of a fi re retardant material.

§ 13:62-6A.8 Helmets

All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet which meets

or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation Testing Standard

K, M or SA, incorporated herein by reference, as may be

amended or supplemented, which has not reached the expiration

date, established by the Snell Memorial Foundation at

the time of the event. The Standards are available from the

Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison Avenue, Suite

11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

§ 13:62-6A.9 Goggles or face shield

All drivers shall wear windproof, shatterproof goggles or

a face shield of the type which meets or exceeds U.S.A.

standard Specifi cations for Head, Eye and Respiratory

Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard, unless excessively

muddy conditions would create a view obstruction on those

devices.

§ 13:62-6A.10 Batteries

Batteries shall be secured and shielded to prevent leakage in

the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-6A.11 Quad vehicle requirements

(a) Quad vehicles shall be equipped with a functional

tether type mechanical kill device, so that the ignition is shut

off upon the driver’s separation from the vehicle.

(b) Quad vehicle engines shall be fi tted with a guard completely

enclosing the primary drive.

(d) Quad vehicles shall be equipped with additional nerfing

bars to the front of the rear wheels in order to prevent

injury to the driver.

(e) All working personnel and offi cials having access to

the track shall be at least 16 years of age.

(f) Vehicles designed to operate with three wheels (tricycles)

are prohibited from participation.

§ 13:62-6A.12 Pit area driving prohibition

No motorcycle or quad vehicle is to be driven, under power,

in the pit area.

SUBCHAPTER 6B. MOTOCROSS ENDURO

RACING EVENTS

§ 13:62-6B.1 Licensed facilities

Motocross enduro racing events shall only take place in

licensed facilities.

§ 13:62-6B.2 Construction requirements

(a) Design and construction of motocross and quad vehicle

race courses must be approved by the Superintendent

or his or her designee prior to the racing event.

(b) A sketch or sketches of the track and associated areas

shall be provided as near to scale as practicable indicating

the location of required safety features.

for participants, light or fl agmen positions, spectator

seating, entrances and exits, pit facility locations and other

physical factors affecting the safety of spectators and participants

may be required for approval depending on the terrain

and location of the race course. This requirement shall not

apply to locations licensed prior to January 1, 1963, unless

alterations are made to the track and associated areas on or

after January 1, 1963.

§ 13:62-6B.3 Areas designated as spectator areas and

fences

(a) The licensee shall designate spectator areas throughout

the race course and provide security to prevent spectators

from entering the race course.

(b) Fences used to prevent spectators from entering the

race course shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or

chain link and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed

as not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved

aside.

§ 13:62-6B.4 Flagmen

(a) Licensees may use fl agmen provided an assistant fl agman

is in the starter’s area and is in constant two- w a y

radio or telephone communication with all fl agmen.

(b) Flagmen shall be positioned so as to be visible to drivers

entering each turn on the track or course.

the pit area or racing surface shall be at least 18 years of

age.

(d) On display of the red fl ag, all racing vehicles shall stop

as soon as possible and remain stopped until such time as the

red fl ag is removed from display.

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MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS

(e) On display of the amber fl ag, all racing vehicles shall

slow down and maintain their position.

§ 13:62-6B.5 Starters

The licensee shall provide a starter(s) located within a starter’s

area with an unobscured view of the starting line from

which to control the start of the racing event.

§ 13:62-6B.6 Additional guidelines for motocross racing

enduro events

(a) All participants shall be 17 years of age and be in possession

of a valid motorcycle driver’s license from his or her

state of residence.

(b) All participating motorcycles must be able to pass all

of the motor vehicle regulations governing motorcycles under

Title 39 of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Laws.

or highways, the participants shall adhere to all of the

motor vehicle regulations for that roadway.

§ 13:62-6B.7 Clothing requirements

Drivers shall wear safety clothing to afford maximum protection

to the driver according to industry standards. It is recommended

that this clothing be of a fi re retardant material.

§ 13:62-6B.8 Helmets

All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet which meets

or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation Testing Standard

K, M or SA, incorporated herein by reference, as may be

amended or supplemented, which has not reached the expiration

date established by the Snell Memorial Foundation at

the time of the event. The standards are available from the

Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison Avenue, Suite

11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

§ 13:62-6B.9 Goggles or face shield

All drivers shall wear windproof, shatterproof goggles or

a face shield of the type which meets or exceeds U.S.A.

standard Specifi cations for Head, Eye and Respiratory

Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard, unless excessively

muddy conditions would create a view obstruction on those

devices.

§ 13:62-6B.10 Batteries

Batteries shall be secured and shielded to prevent leakage in

the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-6B.11 Pit area driving prohibition

No motorcycle is to be driven under power in the pit area.

SUBCHAPTER 6C. MOTORCYCLE, QUAD

VEHICLE OR SNOWMOBILE HARE

SCRAMBLE EVENTS

§ 13:62-6C.1 Licensed facilities

Motorcycle, quad vehicle, or snowmobile hare scramble

events shall only take place in facilities approved for compliance

with this chapter and licensed by the Superintendent.

§ 13:62-6C.2 Design and construction requirements

(a) Design and construction of motorcycle, quad vehicle,

or snowmobile hare scramble courses and facilities

must be approved for compliance with this chapter by the

Superintendent or designee prior to the racing event.

(b) A sketch of the entire facility including the race

course, spectator area(s), pits area(s) and parking area(s), as

close as practicable to scale, with an accompanying written

description of the facility shall be provided.

protection, lights and fl agmen, and other physical factors

affecting the safety of workers, spectators, and participants

may be required for approval depending on the terrain and

location of the facility.

(d) The race course shall be clearly defi ned to participants.

(e) All obvious hazards near the race course shall be

clearly defi ned and fi tted with a cushion or protected by a

barrier, where applicable.

(f) The race course shall be equipped with clearly marked

and numbered delineators so as to provide timely response

by emergency personnel.

§ 13:62-6C.3 Spectator area

(a) The licensee shall designate and clearly defi ne spectator

areas which are physically separated from the race course

utilizing fencing so constructed as to not be easily lifted,

climbed over, or moved aside.

(b) The licensee shall provide ample security to prevent

spectators from entering the race course, pits, or prohibited

areas.

to provide maximum protection for spectators.

§ 13:62-6C.4 Starters, fl agmen and course marshals

(a) The licensee shall utilize fl agmen and/or course marshals

strategically located throughout the race course who

are in visual or electronic contact with the starter or race

control offi cials.

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(b) All working personnel, offi cials, fl agmen, and course

marshals shall be at least 16 years of age and be documented

as such by the licensee.

marshals shall wear brightly colored safety vests to be easily

identifi ed or other easily identifi able uniforms while working

at a race, practice event or exhibition.

(d) The licensee shall perform sweeps of the race course

between each race and division.

§ 13:62-6C.5 Participants

(a) All riders participating in races, practices, and exhibitions

of driving skill shall be at least 16 years old.

(b) Participants under the age of 16 may be permitted

to participate in a separate class under specifi c provisions

granted by the Superintendent on a case-by-case basis.

of driving skill shall wear a properly secured helmet

which meets or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation

Testing Standard K, M or SA, incorporated herein by reference,

as may be amended and supplemented, which has

not reached the expiration date established by the Snell

Memorial Foundation at the time of the event. The standards

are available from the Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628

Madison Avenue, Suite 11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

(d) All riders participating in races, practices, and exhibitions

of driving skill shall wear long-sleeved shirts, long

pants, eye protection, and chest protection, which affords

maximum protection to the rider.

SUBCHAPTER 7. SNOWMOBILE EVENTS

§ 13:62-7.1 Track construction

(a) Construction of hubrails, fences and other safety

devices for snowmobile events must comply with the provisions

of this subchapter.

(b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on

the outer circumference of the track and around the entire

circumference thereof. Where spectators are allowed in the

infi eld or within the inner circumference of the track, the

licensee shall provide a hubrail, as described in this section,

around the inner circumference of the track.

wood or other suitable materials, at least 10 inches in width

by three inches in thickness.

(d) The hubrail shall be supported by posts of similar

material of at least six inches in width and six inches in

thickness or round posts not less than seven inches in diameter,

which are set in the ground at least four feet and shall

extend above the ground at least two feet. The post shall be

no higher than the hubrail planking and shall be spaced no

more than six feet apart.

(e) Two planks of hardwood or other suitable material

shall be mounted on the side of the post facing the track and

running horizontally and parallel to each other.

(f) On the opposite side of the posts, not more than eight

inches from the top thereof, there shall be a 3/4 inch steel

cable running around the circumference of the track and

securely fastened to the post with eye bolts.

(g) The hubrail entrance and exit gates to the pit area shall

be closed while vehicles are in motion on the track, unless

alternate arrangements have been made by the installation of

barriers of a type which will prevent cars out of control from

leaving the track and entering the immediate pit working

area.

(h) Where the licensee wishes to use methods other than

gates, an inspection of such installations by a representative

of the Superintendent is required.

(i) The hubrail opening for vehicles shall be so located

that a vehicle leaving the track must turn 90 degrees before

entering the pit area.

(j) At locations using methods other than gates between

the pit area and the track, the licensee shall provide a guard

to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the track

area.

(k) The use of baled hay or straw or any similar material

as a protective device between participating vehicles and

spectators is specifi cally prohibited.

§ 13:62-7.2 Fences

All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator areas

shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link

and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed as

not to be easily lifted, climbed over or moved aside, except

at motocross events the fence shall be of the same construction

but at least fi ve feet in height.

§ 13:62-7.3 Red and amber lights

(a) Each track used for snowmobile racing shall be

equipped with a system of at least four red lights and four

amber lights so arranged that at least one light of each color

will be visible to the drivers as they enter each turn.

(b) The lights shall be controlled by a single switch, the

licensee shall provide a responsible person must be assigned

13:62-6C.4

MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS

to be on duty, and to operate such switch during the entire

time of each race.

on the track shall stop as soon as possible and remain

stopped until such time as the red lights are turned out.

(d) When the amber lights are illuminated, all racing vehicles

on the track shall slow down and maintain their position

unless otherwise directed to change position by a track

offi cial.

§ 13:62-7.4 Flagmen

(a) Licensees may use fl agmen in lieu of the red and amber

lights provided the assistant fl agman in the starter’s stand

is in constant two-way radio or telephone communication

with all fl agmen.

(b) On display of the red fl ag, all racing vehicles shall stop

as soon as possible and remain stopped until such time as the

red fl ag is removed from display.

slow down and maintain their position unless directed to

change position by a track offi cial.

§ 13:62-7.5 Starters

(a) The licensee shall provide a starter(s) located within

a starter’s area with an unobscured view of the entire racing

surface from which to control the racing event.

(b) All circular or oval tracks, road courses and other locations

utilizing the services of fl agmen to control the event

shall also have an assistant fl agman in the starter’s area. The

assistant fl agman used to control or start a race shall be in the

starter’s stand when starting and during the race.

§ 13:62-7.6 Maximum protection

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings shall be constructed

and maintained so as to afford maximum protection

for spectators.

(b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after

April 1, 1960, must be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail.

§ 13:62-7.7 Safety requirements; vehicles and personnel

(a) All participants in a snowmobile race, practice, or

exhibition shall wear a properly secured helmet which meets

or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation Testing Standard

K, M or SA, incorporated herein by reference, as may be

amended or supplemented, which has not reached the expiration

date established by the Snell Memorial Foundation at

the time of the event. The standards are available from the

Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison Avenue, Suite

11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

(b) All participants in a snowmobile race shall wear windproof

goggles or face shields which meet or exceed U.S.A.

Standard Specifi cations for Head, Eye, and Respiratory

Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard.

maximum protection to the driver according to industry

standards. It is recommended that this clothing be of a fi re

retardant material.

§ 13:62-7.8 Exhaust system

All exhaust systems shall be directed out of the cowl area

and away from the operator.

§ 13:62-7.9 Snow fl aps

All snowmobiles shall be equipped with a rear snow fl ap

designed and maintained to contain snow, water, mud and

the like at all speeds.

§ 13:62-7.10 Shutoff device

A “shutoff” device shall be affi xed to the handlebars near

the hand position. This device shall be of the type which is

designed, constructed, and maintained to stop the motor immediately

upon releasing or pressing of said device.

§ 13:62-7.11 Engine and transmission shielding

All snowmobiles shall have engine and transmission shields

designed and constructed to protect the driver or bystander

from fragments in the event of disintegration.

§ 13:62-7.12 Batteries

Batteries shall be secured and shielded to prevent leakage in

the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-7.13 Speed limits

All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area shall

obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

§ 13:62-7.14 Licensed facilities

Snowmobile racing events shall only take place in licensed

facilities.

SUBCHAPTER 8. GO-KART EVENTS

§ 13:62-8.1 Licensed facilities

Go-kart events shall only take place in licensed facilities.

§ 13:62-8.2 Track construction

(a) Construction of hubrails, fences and other safety devices

for go-kart events must comply in all respects with the

provisions of this subchapter and be in compliance with the

13:62-8.2

DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY

World Karting Association Technical Manual (2006 Edition)

rules governing go-kart racing as may be amended and

supplemented, which are incorporated herein by reference,

unless the licensee has written approval for any changes

from the Superintendent or his or her designee. A copy of

the Technical Manual may be obtained from the W.K.A.,

5725D Highway 29 North, Harrisburg, NC 28075.

(b) The licensee shall erect, along any part of the track

where spectators are permitted, whether outside of the track

or in the infi eld, in addition to the hubrail, a four-foot high

fence positioned not less than four feet from the edge of the

track.

§ 13:62-8.3 Safety requirements

Go-karts and personnel participating in races, practices, or

exhibitions of driving skill on any track or facility licensed

by the Superintendent shall comply with the World Karting

Association Technical Manual, incorporated by reference at

N.J.A.C. 13:62-8.2(a).

§ 13:62-8.4 Clothing requirements for all go-kart events

All participants shall wear safety clothing and a helmet and

neck support in compliance with Section 115 of the World

Karting Association Technical Manual incorporated by reference

at N.J.A.C. 13:62-8.2(a).

§ 13:62-8.5 Pit area operation prohibition

No go-karts shall be driven, under power, in the pit area.

§ 13:62-8.6 (Reserved)

§ 13:62-8.7 (Reserved)

SUBCHAPTER 9. DEMOLITION DERBY

AND TRACTOR PULLS

§ 13:62-9.1 Demolition derby vehicles

(a) In a demolition derby event, any stock, American

made, hardtop automobile may be used.

(b) In a demolition derby event, jeeps, carryalls, station

wagons, ambulances, and other vehicles utilizing a truck

chassis are not permitted. American made and foreign made,

stock, hardtop vehicles may participate together in a compact

car class with the following guidelines:

1. Vehicles must have four cylinder engines;

2. A max. wheelbase of 104 inches measured from

center of front wheel to center of rear wheel;

3. Vehicles shall not have more than fi ve lug nuts per

wheel;

4. Wheel size not to exceed 15 inches;

5. No full framed vehicles allowed; and

6. Compact cars shall not compete with any other

class.

lights, and parking lights, must be removed with the exception

of the windshield. If the windshield is removed it must

be replaced with heavy mesh screening with a center post or

plexiglass.

(d) All chrome strips must be removed from a participating

vehicle.

(e) Gas tanks may be moved to a different position within

the driving compartment. Tanks relocated into the driver

compartment must be placed in the vehicle where the back

seat normally would be located, on the right side, behind the

front passenger seat. All tanks shall be constructed of steel

(22 gauge minimum) or aluminum (16 gauge minimum).

Tanks shall be restricted to a maximum capacity of fi ve gallons.

Tanks shall be encased in a metal box that is bolted to

the fl oor of the vehicle. The box shall have a metal lid that is

fastened to the container. A metal fi re wall must be between

the driver and the gas tank.

(f) Fuel lines and pumps will not be allowed in the driving

compartment.

(g) All doors must be securely fastened by either welding,

metal strips or chains.

(h) Doors opening during an event will automatically

disqualify that automobile.

(i) Batteries located within the driver compartment must

have a suitable cover and be securely fastened.

(j) All vehicles must be equipped with a securely installed

safety belt.

(k) Rear seats must be removed from a participating vehicle.

(l) No vehicle emitting heavy smoke will be allowed

to participate. A vehicle discharging heavy smoke after an

event has started must be disqualifi ed.

§ 13:62-9.2 Demolition derby participants

(a) Participants in a demolition derby event shall be 17

years of age or older.

(b) A participant must remain in the vehicle until the event

has been completed.

meets or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation Testing

Standard K, M or SA, incorporated herein by reference, as

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MOTOR VEHICLE RACETRACK REGULATIONS

may be amended or supplemented, which has not reached

the expiration date established by the Snell Memorial

Foundation at the time of the event. The standards are available

from the Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison

Avenue, Suite 11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

(d) All demolition derby participants shall wear a properly

secured head and neck restraint device/system and/or a

neck collar which are commercially-produced and designed

for racing.

§ 13:62-9.3 Goggles or face shield

The driver of all vehicles not equipped with windshields

shall wear windproof, of the type which meets or exceeds

U.S.A. standard Specifi cations for Head, Eye and

Respiratory Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard.

§ 13:62-9.4 Clothing requirements

Drivers shall wear safety clothing to afford maximum protection

to the driver according to industry standards. It is recommended

that this clothing be of a fi re retardant material.

§ 13:62-9.5 Demolition derby exhibition area

(a) The demolition derby exhibition area shall be no more

than 250 feet and of 100 feet deep.

(b) The outer edge of the exhibition area shall be marked

with poles or similar devices so as to contain the

participating vehicles.

offi cials and participants.

(d) If mechanics or members of the press are allowed in

the infi eld portion, a suitable fence shall be erected 50 feet

from the outer edge of the exhibition area.

(e) Spectators are prohibited within infi eld portions of the

exhibition area unless protected by a fence of at least six feet

in height erected no closer than 50 feet from the outer edge

of the exhibition area.

§ 13:62-9.6 Demolition derby tow vehicles

(a) Tow vehicles shall be permitted to enter the demolition

derby exhibition area for vehicle removal.

(b) There shall be no more than two persons per tow vehicle.

vehicle.

§ 13:62-9.7 Tractor pull age requirement

(a) All competitors shall be at least 17 years of age.

(b) All working personnel, offi cials, and persons having

access to the track surface shall be at least 16 years of age.

§ 13:62-9.8 Tractor pull kill switch requirement

All vehicles competing in a tractor pull event shall be

equipped with a kill switch in operating order.

§ 13:62-9.9 Speed limits

All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area shall

obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

§ 13:62-9.10 Licensed facilities

Demolition derby and tractor pull events shall only take

place in licensed facilities.

SUBCHAPTER 10. AUTOMOBILE

ENDURO EVENTS (OTHER THAN AT

LICENSED ROAD COURSE FACILITIES)

§ 13:62-10.1 Construction requirements

(a) Hubrail construction shall comply in all respects with

the requirements of this chapter.

(b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on

the outer circumference of the track and around the entire

circumference thereof. Where spectators are allowed in the

infi eld or within the inner circumference of the track, the

licensee shall provide and maintain a hubrail, as described in

this section, around the inner circumference of the track.

wood or other suitable materials, at least 10 inches in width

by three inches in thickness.

1. At any oval track modifi ed or built after March 5,

2007, the hubrail shall be constructed of metal or concretematerial

in accordance with New Jersey Department

of Transportation Standard Roadway Construction-

Traffi c Control-Bridge Construction Details 2001,

incorporated herein by reference, as may be amended

and supplemented, available at http://www.state.nj.us/

transportation/eng/CADD/v8/v8RoadwayDetails/pdf/

v8eRoadwayDetailsSet.pdf. Additional state-of-the-art

material shall be considered by the Superintendent or his

designee when documentation of such material has been

properly submitted to his offi ce for review. All material

shall be constructed as to afford maximum protection for

spectators and participants.

(d) The hubrail shall be supported by posts of similar

material of at least six inches in width and six inches in

thickness or round posts not less than seven inches in diameter,

which are set in the ground at least four feet and shall

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extend above the ground at least two feet. The post shall be

no higher than the hubrail planking and shall be spaced no

more than six feet apart.

(e) Two planks of hardwood or other suitable material

shall be mounted on the side of the post facing the track and

running horizontally and parallel to each other.

(f) On the opposite side of the posts, not more than eight

inches from the top thereof, there shall be a 3/4 inch steel

cable running around the circumference of the track and

securely fastened to the post with eye bolts.

(g) The hubrail entrance and exit gates to the pit area shall

be closed while vehicles are in motion on the track, unless

alternate arrangements have been made by the installation of

barriers of a type which will prevent cars out of control from

leaving the track and entering the immediate pit working

area.

(h) Where the licensee wishes to use methods other than

gates, an inspection of such installations by a representative

of the Superintendent is required.

(i) The hubrail opening for vehicles shall be so located

that a vehicle leaving the track must turn 90 degrees before

entering the pit area.

(j) At locations using methods other than gates between

the pit area and the track, the licensee shall provide a guard

to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the track

area.

(k) The use of baled hay or straw or any similar material

as a protective device between participating vehicles and

spectators is specifi cally prohibited.

§ 13:62-10.2 Fences

All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator areas

shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link

and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed as

not to be easily lifted, climbed, or moved aside.

§ 13:62-10.3 Red and amber lights

(a) Each track used for automotive racing, except those

used for acceleration and performance tests, shall be

equipped with a system of at least four red lights and four

amber lights so arranged that at least one light of each color

will be visible to the drivers as they enter each turn.

(b) The lights shall be controlled by a single switch. The

licensee shall provide a responsible person to operate such

switch during the entire time of each race.

on the track shall stop as soon as possible and remain

stopped until such time as the red lights are turned out.

(d) When the amber lights are illuminated, all racing vehicles

on the track shall slow down and maintain their position

unless otherwise directed to change position by a track

offi cial.

§ 13:62-10.4 Flagmen

(a) On tracks over one mile in length, licensees may use

fl agmen in lieu of the red and amber lights, provided the assistant

fl agman in the starter’s stand is in constant two-way

radio or telephone communication with all fl agmen.

(b) On display of the red fl ag, all racing vehicles shall stop

as soon as possible and remain stopped until such time as the

red fl ag is removed from display.

slow down and maintain their position unless directed to

change their position by a track offi cial.

§ 13:62-10.5 Starters

(a) The licensee shall provide starter(s) located within a

starter’s stand with an unobscured view of the entire racing

surface from which to control the racing event.

(b) All circular or oval tracks, road courses and other locations

utilizing the services of fl agmen to control the event

shall also have an assistant fl agman in the starter’s stand.

The assistant fl agman used to control or start a race shall be

in the starter’s stand when starting and during the race.

§ 13:62-10.6 Maximum protection

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings shall be constructed

and maintained so as to afford maximum protection

for spectators.

(b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after

April 1, 1960, must be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail.

§ 13:62-10.7 Driver and vehicle requirements

(a) All drivers in enduro events shall be at least 17 years

of age and possess a driver’s license.

(b) All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet which

meets or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation

Testing Standard K, M or SA, incorporated herein by reference,

as may be amended and supplemented, which has

not reached the expiration date established by the Snell

Memorial Foundation at the time of the event. The standards

are available from the Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628

Madison Avenue, Suite 11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

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goggles or a face shield of the type which meets or

exceeds U.S.A. standard Specifi cations for Head, Eye and

Respiratory Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard.

(d) All drivers shall wear fi re retardant suits, fi re retardant

underwear and a properly secured head and neck restraint

device/system and or a neck collar, which are commerciallyproduced

and designed for racing.

(e) All drivers are required to wear fi re resistant gloves.

(f) All drivers are required to wear fi re resistant shoes and

fi re resistant socks are recommended.

(g) No driver shall compete with head or arm extended

outside of the doors or windows.

(h) A driver shall remain with the vehicle if it is disabled

during the race, except that:

1. During a red light or red fl ag, the driver may exit the

vehicle and return to the pit area at the direction of track

personnel.

2. Racing should be stopped (red fl agged) at 15-minute

intervals to allow drivers to exit to pit area. The time

intervals may be extended if no disabled vehicles are

located on the track.

(i) Each vehicle shall have a minimum 104-inch wheelbase.

(j) Convertibles, pickup trucks, station wagons, or vans

are prohibited in enduro events.

§ 13:62-10.8 Windshield

(a) The originally installed windshield may remain but all

other glass must be completely removed from a participating

vehicle.

(b) Window net or screen shall be securely installed on

the driver’s side.

§ 13:62-10.9 Mirrors

Inside rear view mirrors are permitted. Outside view mirrors

are prohibited.

§ 13:62-10.10 Vehicle interior and exterior requirements

(a) Chrome and nonmetallic trim shall be removed from

sides of the vehicle.

(b) Passenger seats shall be removed from the interior of

the vehicle.

vehicle’s right front wheel.

(d) All doors shall be bolted, chained or welded closed.

Any door opening during an event shall constitute automatic

disqualifi cation.

(e) The exterior of the driver’s side door shall have at least

one metal brace at bumper height.

(f) All vehicles shall retain stock appearance with no alterations

to fenders or wheel wells.

§ 13:62-10.11 Tires

(a) Passenger tires with United States Department of

Transportation numbers shall be allowed with a maximum

tread width of seven inches.

(b) Studs or “cheater-slicks” are prohibited.

§ 13:62-10.12 Fuel tanks

(a) Except as set forth in (b) below, vehicles using a selfcontained

fuel cell with an inner rubber bladder shall bolt the

self-contained fuel cell to the frame of the vehicle utilizing

an “x” type frame work under the cell. At least three one inch

metal straps 1/4 inch thick shall be bolted to the frame of the

vehicle by at least two 3/8 inch three line bolts and angled to

go around the cell, except for the bottom, to apply maximum

pressure against the tank to the frame.

(b) Vehicles with limited space shall have the fuel cell

secured by four one inch metal straps, 1/4 inch thick, bolted

to the frame of the vehicle by at least two 3/8 inch three line

bolts and angled to go entirely around the cell to apply maximum

pressure against the fuel tank.

the frame of the vehicle.

(d) A reinforcing member of the same kind and size

material as that used in the roll cage of the chassis shall be

installed to the rear of the fuel tank joining the rearmost portion

of the chassis.

(e) A vehicle utilizing a fuel tank mounted to the front of

the front fi re wall shall have a reinforcing member of the

same kind of material as that used in the roll cage or chassis,

installed in such a manner as to afford maximum protection

to the tank.

(f) A metal fi re wall shall be installed between the fuel

tank and driver’s compartment to afford the driver maximum

protection.

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§ 13:62-10.13 Fuel lines

Fuel lines shall not pass through the passenger compartment

of the vehicle.

§ 13:62-10.14 Engine and suspension requirements

(a) The engine shall remain stock with a factory installed

carburetor and manifold.

(b) Altering of suspension or torching of springs is prohibited.

§ 13:62-10.15 Seat belts

(a) A shoulder harness and four point racing lap belt in

good working condition shall be installed and properly worn

during the event.

(b) A lap belt and shoulder harness installed in a position

other than manufacturer’s shall be affi xed to the outer fl oor

utilizing four inch by four inch steel plate and bolts of adequate

tempered steel strength.

date of manufacture and shall not be used for more than two

years from that date.

§ 13:62-10.16 Bumpers

All vehicles shall be equipped with stock bumpers securely

fastened on the front and rear. Outside bracing of bumpers

is prohibited.

§ 13:62-10.17 Batteries

(a) Batteries shall be properly secured as follows:

1. Batteries located in the driver compartment shall

be shielded to prevent leakage in the event of damage or

turnover.

2. Batteries located adjacent to the fuel supply of the

vehicle shall be secured in a metal box bolted to the frame

of the vehicle by at least four 3/8 inch three line bolts

and in such a manner to apply maximum pressure against

the metal box to the frame. The battery shall also have a

marine box cover secured to the top of the metal box as to

not allow any movement of the battery.

3. Batteries located in any other area not specifi ed in

(a)1 and 2 above shall be shielded to prevent leakage in

the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-10.18 Seats

(a) A factory installed front seat shall be utilized provided

it is equipped with a headrest.

(b) Seats shall be attached to the main frame of the vehicle,

the frame of the roll cage or to a substantial metal plate

utilizing a minimum of six, three line, 5/16 inch bolts.

inch bolts not more than three inches from the outer edge at

the four most practical points.

(d) Two bolts shall be installed at the two most practical

points at the top of the back of the seat and a metal strap of

at least two inches in width and 1/8 inch thick shall connect

every two bolts.

§ 13:62-10.19 Rollover cage

(a) All race cars shall be equipped with a rollover cage

surrounding the driver of a design, construction and quality

affording the driver maximum protection against injury.

(b) Rollover bars installed in vehicle shall be a minimum

of three inches above and six inches behind the driver’s

head.

minimum of one and three-quarters inch and wall thickness

a minimum of .09 inch.

(d) Rollover bars welded, bolted or fastened to the fl ooring

shall utilize a six inch by six inch by one-quarter inch

base plate.

(e) Vehicles having uni-body construction may install a

rollover bar welded to the frame of the vehicle utilizing six

inch by six inch by one-quarter inch base plate affi xed to

outer fl ooring.

(f) Rollover bars shall be plainly visible with the exception

of built-in or integral rollover bars.

(g) Vehicles with built-in or integral rollover bars shall

maintain and provide upon request by the Superintendent or

designee the manufacturer’s detailed drawing establishing

the dimensions and material utilized.

§ 13:62-10.20 Miscellaneous equipment requirements

(a) Two drive shaft loops shall be installed not more than

24 inches from the front and rear yokes.

(b) All vehicles shall have an opening in the hood to properly

expose the carburetor.

Any movement of the radiator is prohibited.

(d) The front and rear trunk lid shall remain securely

fastened with cable or chain throughout the entire event.

Any incidental opening shall disqualify the vehicle from the

event.

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(e) Outer decorations on the vehicle utilizing poles, fl ags,

staffs or other hazardous protuberances are prohibited.

(f) Transmission and radiator cooling cores located inside

the vehicle are prohibited.

§ 13:62-10.21 Additional track responsibilities

(a) The licensee shall maintain safe conditions during all

pit stops.

(b) The licensee shall insure that disabled vehicles are left

at the point of disablement.

location during the event, including:

1. A fi re vehicle with a minimum of 300 pounds of

dry chemical then meets the National Fire Protection

Association standards of a mini pumper;

2. Twenty-pound fi re extinguishers, at a minimum,

with a minimum of 10 B.C. rating shall be maintained on

location during an event; and

3. A minimum of two sets of protective turn-out gear

shall be available to track personnel.

§ 13:62-10.22 Speed limits

All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area must

obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

§ 13:62-10.23 Licensed facilities

Automobile enduro events shall only take place in licensed

facilities.

SUBCHAPTER 11. MUD HOP

§ 13:62-11.1 Construction requirements

(a) Hubrail construction shall comply in all respects with

the requirements of this chapter.

(b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on

the outer circumference of the track and around the entire

circumference thereof. Where spectators are allowed in the

infi eld or within the inner circumference of the track, the

licensee shall provide and maintain a hubrail, as described in

this section, around the inner circumference of the track.

wood or other suitable materials, at least 10 inches in width

by three inches in thickness.

(d) The hubrail shall be supported by posts of similar

material of at least six inches in width and six inches in

thickness or round posts not less than seven inches in diameter,

which are set in the ground at least four feet and shall

extend above the ground at least two feet. The post shall be

no higher than the hubrail planking and shall be spaced no

more than six feet apart.

(e) Two planks of hardwood or other suitable material

shall be mounted on the side of the post facing the track and

running horizontally and parallel to each other.

(f) On the opposite side of the posts, not more than eight

inches from the top thereof, there shall be a 3/4 inch steel

cable running around the circumference of the track and

securely fastened to the post with eye bolts.

(g) The hubrail entrance and exit gates to the pit area shall

be closed while vehicles are in motion on the track, unless

alternate arrangements have been made by the installation of

barriers of a type which will prevent cars out of control from

leaving the track and entering the immediate pit working

area.

(h) Where the licensee wishes to use methods other than

gates, an inspection of such installations by a representative

of the Superintendent is required.

(i) The hubrail opening for vehicles shall be so located

that a vehicle leaving the track must turn 90 degrees before

entering the pit area.

(j) At locations using methods other than gates between

the pit area and the track, the licensee shall provide a guard

to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the track

area.

(k) The use of baled hay or straw or any similar material

as a protective device between participating vehicles and

spectators is specifi cally prohibited.

§ 13:62-11.2 Fences

All fences installed for the purpose of limiting spectator areas

shall be constructed of welded wire fabric or chain link

and shall be at least six feet in height and so constructed as

not to be easily lifted, climbed, or moved aside.

§ 13:62-11.3 Red and amber lights

(a) Each track used for automotive racing, except those

used for acceleration and performance tests, shall be

equipped with a system of at least four red lights and four

amber lights so arranged that at least one light of each color

will be visible to the drivers as they enter each turn.

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(b) The lights shall be controlled by a single switch. The

licensee shall provide a responsible person to operate such

switch during the entire time of each race.

on the track shall stop as soon as possible and remain

stopped until such time as the red lights are turned out.

(d) When the amber lights are illuminated, all racing vehicles

on the track shall slow down and maintain their position

unless otherwise directed to change position by a track

offi cial.

§ 13:62-11.4 Flagmen

(a) Licensees of tracks over one mile in length may use

fl agmen in lieu of the red and amber lights, provided the assistant

fl agman in the starter’s stand is in constant two-way

radio or telephone communication with all fl agmen.

(b) On display of the red fl ag, all racing vehicles shall stop

as soon as possible and remain stopped until such time as the

red fl ag is removed from display.

slow down and maintain their position unless directed to

change position by a track offi cial.

§ 13:62-11.5 Starters

(a) The licensee shall provide a starter(s) located within a

starter’s stand with an unobscured view of the entire racing

surface from which to control the racing event.

(b) At all circular or oval tracks, road courses and other

locations utilizing the services of fl agmen to control the

event, the licensee shall also have an assistant fl agman in the

starter’s stand. The assistant fl agman used to control or start

a race shall be in the starter’s stand when starting and during

the race.

§ 13:62-11.6 Maximum protection

(a) All hubrails, fences, stands and buildings shall be constructed

and maintained so as to afford maximum protection

for spectators.

(b) Any spectator stand erected or relocated on or after

April 1, 1960, must be located at least 25 feet from the hubrail.

§ 13:62-11.7 Licensed facilities

Mud hop events shall only be conducted at licensed facilities.

§ 13:62-11.8 Alcohol/controlled dangerous substances

prohibited

No alcohol or controlled dangerous substances shall be

permitted within the pit area. Anyone departing the pit area

shall be prohibited from returning during the duration of the

event if the individual has consumed alcohol or a controlled

dangerous substance.

§ 13:62-11.9 Driver requirements

(a) Mud hop drivers shall be a minimum of 17 years of

age and possess a valid driver’s license from the driver’s

state of residence.

(b) The driver’s license number shall be recorded on an

entry form and checked by the licensee for validity.

properly escorted from the racing track.

§ 13:62-11.10 Equipment requirements

(a) All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet

which meets or exceeds Snell Memorial Foundation Testing

Standard SA, incorporated by reference herein, as may be

amended or supplemented, which has not reached the expiration

date established by the Snell Memorial Foundation at

the time of the event. The standards are available from the

Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison Avenue, Suite

11, North Highlands, CA 95660.

(b) The driver of all vehicles shall wear windproof, shatterproof

goggles or a face shield of the type which meets or

exceeds U.S.A. standard Specifi cations for Head, Eye and

Respiratory Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard.

at a minimum. It is recommended that this clothing be of a

fi re retardant material.

(d) The extension of the driver’s head or arm outside the

vehicle is prohibited.

(e) All drivers shall wear a properly secured head and

neck restraint device/system and/or a neck collar, which are

commercially-produced and designed for racing.

§ 13:62-11.11 Windows

(a) The windshield of the participating vehicle may remain

as originally installed.

(b) Heavy mesh screening with a metal post covering the

entire opening or plexiglass with a center post shall be utilized

where the original windshield is removed.

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§ 13:62-11.12 Vehicle interior and exterior requirements

(a) Sharp edges created by accidental vehicle contact

shall be folded over to render the vehicle safe.

(b) Alterations to the fenders or wheel wells are prohibited

on stock vehicles.

during an event. Any opening shall constitute automatic disqualifi

cation.

§ 13:62-11.13 Seat belts

(a) Seat belts are required and shall be properly worn during

the event.

(b) A racing lap belt and shoulder harness shall be installed

and utilized on any modifi ed vehicle, provided it is:

1. Approved through the licensee’s technical inspection

and found to be in good condition; and

2. Securely affi xed to the outer fl ooring and reinforced

by a four inch by four inch steel plate and bolts of adequate

tempered steel strength.

are prohibited.

§ 13:62-11.14 Rollover cage

(a) Open cab vehicles shall be equipped with rollover

cage surrounding the driver of a design, construction and

quality affording the driver maximum protection against

injury.

(b) Rollover bars installed in vehicle shall be a minimum

of three inches above and six inches behind the driver’s

head.

diameter with a wall thickness of a minimum of .09 inch.

(d) Rollover bars welded, bolted or fastened to the fl ooring

shall utilize a six inch by six inch by 1/4 inch base

plate.

(e) Vehicles having uni-body construction may have a

rollover bar welded to the frame of the vehicle utilizing six

inch by six inch by 1/4 inch base plate affi xed to the outer

fl ooring.

(f) Rollover bars shall be plainly visible with the exception

of built-in or integral rollover bars.

(g) Owners of vehicles with built-in or integral rollover

bars shall maintain and provide upon request by the

Superintendent or designee the manufacturer’s detail drawing

establishing the dimensions and material utilized.

§ 13:62-11.15 Bumpers

All vehicles shall be equipped with bumpers securely fastened

on the front and rear. Outside bracing of bumpers shall

be prohibited.

§ 13:62-11.16 Batteries

(a) Batteries shall be properly secured as follows:

1. Batteries located in the driver compartment shall

be shielded to prevent leakage in the event of damage or

turnover.

2. Batteries located adjacent to the fuel supply of the

vehicle must be secured in a metal box bolted to the

frame of the vehicle by at least four 3/8 inch three line

bolts to apply maximum pressure against the metal box to

the frame. The battery shall also have a marine box cover

secured to the top of the metal box as to not allow any

movement of the battery.

3. Batteries shall not be located within the driver’s

compartment.

4. Batteries located in any other area not specifi ed in

(a)1 and 2 above shall be shielded to prevent leakage in

the event of damage or turnover.

§ 13:62-11.17 Miscellaneous equipment requirements

(a) The drive shaft loop shall be installed not more than

24 inches from the front and rear yokes.

(b) The radiator, if moved from the manufacturer’s position,

shall be shielded from the driver by a fi rewall.

fastened with cable or chain throughout the entire event.

Any incidental opening shall disqualify the vehicle from the

event.

(d) Outer decorations on the vehicle utilizing poles, fl ags,

staffs or other hazardous protuberances are prohibited.

(e) Transmission and radiator cooling lines or cooling

cores shall be equipped with a metal fi re wall separating the

driver for maximum security.

(f) Tow hooks or tow bars shall be installed and secured to

the frame of the vehicle.

(g) No vehicle shall transport more than one person at any

time during an event or warm-up.

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§ 13:62-11.18 Braking system and pedal reserve

(a) The licensee shall test and approve each vehicle for

break pedal reserve prior to the vehicle departing the pit

area.

(b) No vehicle shall be permitted to participate in any

event if the braking system includes a direct application of

pressure to any of the tires or any apparent defi ciencies.

§ 13:62-11.19 Automatic transmission safety mats

(a) Any modifi ed vehicle with an automatic transmission

shall have a steel mat, plate, or blanket installed over the

transmission so as to protect the driver from injury caused by

the fragmentation of the automatic transmission upon explosion.

(b) Two drive shaft loops shall be installed not more than

24 inches from the front and rear yokes.

§ 13:62-11.20 Seats

(a) A factory installed front seat may be utilized provided

it is equipped with a headrest.

(b) Seats shall be attached to the main frame of the vehicle,

the frame of the roll cage or to a substantial metal plate

utilizing a minimum of six, three line, fi ve-sixteenths inch

bolts.

inch bolts not more than three inches from the

outside edge of the four most practical points.

(d) Two bolts shall be installed at the two most practical

points at the top of the back of the seat and a metal strap of

at least two inches in width and one-eighth inch in thickness

shall connect every two bolts.

§ 13:62-11.21 Additional track responsibilities

(a) The licensee shall maintain safe conditions during all

pit stops.

(b) The licensee shall maintain adequate fi re apparatus on

location during the event, including:

1. A fi re vehicle that meets the National Fire Protection

Associations standards of a mini pumper;

2. Twenty-pound fi re extinguishers, at a minimum,

with a minimum of 10 B.C. rating on location during an

event; and

3. A minimum of two protective turn out gear shall be

available to track personnel.

§ 13:62-11.22 Speed limits

All vehicles traveling in the pit area or staging area must

obey a fi ve miles per hour speed limit.

§ 13:62-11.23 Licensed facilities

Mud hop events shall only take place in licensed facilities.

SUBCHAPTER 12. REACTION POWER

VEHICLES, THRILL SHOWS AND

GYMKHANAS

§ 13:62-12.1 Licensed facilities

(a) Reaction powered vehicles and thrill shows are prohibited

from non-licensed facilities.

(b) Applications shall be forwarded to the Superintendent

for approval in accordance with standards set forth in

this chapter at least 60 days prior to any proposed event.

Applications shall include a full description of the proposed

event.

§ 13:62-12.2 Vehicle equipment

(a) All vehicles equipped with parachute(s) shall have

a red streamer attached to the safety pin(s). The safety pin

shall be removed from the parachute prior to the starting

lights being activated.

(b) All vehicles utilizing two or more parachutes shall

have at least two anchoring points for each parachute, each

point separate from the other.

SUBCHAPTER 12A. QUARTER MIDGETS

EVENTS

§ 13:62-12A.1 Licensed facilities

Quarter midget events shall only take place in licensed facilities.

Except as specifi cally set forth in this chapter, all

facilities, participants and vehicles shall comply with the

2006 rules, requirements and specifi cations of the Quarter

Midgets of America relative to the class or division of competition,

incorporated herein by reference, as amended and

supplemented. A copy of these rules can be obtained by contacting

the Quarter Midgets of America, 6118 E. 19th Street,

Tulsa, OK 74112.

§ 13:62-12A.2 Track construction

(a) Construction of hubrails, fences and other safety devices

for quarter midget events shall comply in all respects

with provisions of this subchapter.

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(b) The hubrail construction for quarter midget events

shall be the same as the hubrail construction used for gokart

and motorcycle events in that planks made of marine

plywood three-quarter inches thick and 12 inches wide may

be used.

where spectators are permitted, in addition to the hubrail,

a fence six feet in height and located not less than four feet

from the edge of the track.

§ 13:62-12A.3 Safety requirements

(a) Quarter midgets and persons participating in races or

exhibitions of driving skill on any track or facility licensed

by the Superintendent shall comply with the following requirements:

1. No person under the age of fi ve years of age may

operate a quarter midget in any race or exhibition of driving

skills.

2. All quarter midget facilities, participants and vehicles

shall comply with the rules, requirements and

specifi cations of the Quarter Midgets of America relative

to the class or division of competition, which are incorporated

by reference at N.J.A.C. 13:62-12A.2.

i. On written request of a licensee, the

Superintendent may approve any revisions or amendments

by the Quarter Midgets of America. Approval

of such request shall be refl ected in a proposed amendment

to this chapter.

3. No repairs shall be made on any quarter midget during

the course of a race unless the vehicle is removed to

the pit area.

4. A starting apron shall be provided where the quarter

midgets are to be started. Persons shall not enter the race

course to push a quarter midget. A quarter midget which

has not been started on the starting apron shall not be

pushed on to the track proper but shall return to the pit

area or to the rear of the starting apron. No person shall

enter the race course for the purpose of starting a stalled

quarter midget while any race or exhibition is in progress.

5. All drivers shall wear a properly secured helmet,

which meets or exceeds the Snell Memorial Foundation

Testing Standard SA, incorporated herein by reference,

as may be amended or supplemented, which has not

reached the expiration date established by the Foundation

at the time of the event. The standards are available from

the Snell Memorial Foundation, 3628 Madison Avenue,

Suite 11, North Highlands, CA 95660. All drivers shall

also wear a properly secured head and neck restraint

device/system and/or a neck collar which are commercially

produced and designed for racing.

6. The driver of all vehicles shall wear windproof, shatterproof

goggles or a face shield of the type which meets

or exceeds U.S.A. standard Specifi cations for Head, Eye

and Respiratory Protection Z2.1-1959 testing standard.

7. All participants shall remain inside the cockpit of

the vehicle while the vehicle is on the track with the

engine running. The participant shall not be permitted

to race (black fl agged) if the participant leans outside

of the vehicle, in such a manner that his or her helmet is

positioned more than halfway past the outer edge of the

Jersey bar.

8. All novice class quarter midget vehicles shall be

equipped with an additional external engine shut off

switch placed on the top of the roll bar to shut off the

vehicles engine in case of emergency.

9. All fuel lines, which pass through the driver compartment

shall be shielded utilizing a steel braided material.

10. Fuel lines shall have automotive fi ttings or positive

clamps.

11. Rigid fuel lines are prohibited.

§ 13:62-12A.4 Pit area operation prohibition

No quarter midget race car shall be driven, under power, in

the pit area.

SUBCHAPTER 12B. JUNIOR DRAG

RACING EVENTS

§ 13:62-12B.1 Licensed facilities

Except as specifi cally set forth in this subchapter, all licensed

facilities, participants, and participating vehicles

shall comply with the requirements and specifi cations of

the 2006 National Hot Rod Association Junior Drag Racing

League Rulebook, relative to class of competition, incorporated

herein by reference, as may be amended and supplemented.

A copy of these rules may be obtained by contacting

the NHRA at National Hot Rod Association Technical

Department, 2035 Financial Way, Glendora, CA 91740.

§ 13:62-12B.2 Construction requirements

(a) Hubrail construction shall comply in all respects with

the requirements of this subchapter.

(b) The licensee shall provide and maintain hubrails on

the outer area of the track and around the entire area

13:62-12B.2

DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY

thereof. Where spectators are allowed in the return road or

within the inner area of the track, the licensee shall provide

and maintain a hubrail, as described in this section, around

the inner area of the track.

wood or other suitable materials, at least 10 inches in width

by three inches in thickness.

1. At any oval track modifi ed or built after March 5,

2007, the hubrail shall be constructed of metal or concrete

material in accordance with New Jersey Department of

Transportation Standard Roadway Construction-Traffi c

Control-Bridge Construction Details 2001, incorporated

herein by reference, as may be amended and supplemented.

The standard is available at http://www.state.nj.us/

transportation/eng/CADD/v8/v8RoadwayDetails/pdf/

v8eRoadwayDetailsSet.pdf. Additional state-of-the-art

material shall be considered by the Superintendent or

designee when documentation of such material has been

properly submitted to for review. All material shall be

constructed as to afford maximum protection for spectators

and participants.

(d) The hubrail shall be supported by posts of similar

material of at least six inches in width and six inches in

thickness or round posts not less than seven inches in diameter,

which are set in the ground at least four feet and shall

extend above the ground at least two feet. The post shall be

no higher than the hubrail planking and shall be spaced no