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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".05" citation="COMAR 09.12.64.05" title_num="09" subtitle_num="12" chapter_num="64" heading="Posted Warning Signs.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>At the entrance to the track, at the pit area, and at the ticket booth, the owner shall post a sign conveying the following instructions:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Obey all instructions given by the operator;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>The following activities are strictly prohibited:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>Use of a kart when under the influence of alcohol or drugs;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Bumping karts together;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>Smoking in a kart or in any area posted with a no smoking sign; and</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>Weaving, cutting off, or horseplay on the track;</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Loose clothing shall be secured;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(4)">
      <text>Hair that is shoulder-length or longer shall be tied up;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(5)">
      <text>Restraining devices, when provided, shall be worn;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(6)">
      <text>Both hands shall be kept on the wheel when the kart is in operation;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(7)">
      <text>Both feet shall be kept in the kart at all times;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(8)">
      <text>Except for karts designed for two passengers, only one person may occupy each kart;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(9)">
      <text>Remain inside the kart until directed by the operator to exit.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Directional Signs.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>At least one sign indicating the direction of travel shall be posted at the pit area.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Additional signs indicating the direction of travel shall be posted at regular intervals around the track perimeter.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Signs shall be in English, or, if appropriate, in other languages, pictures, symbols, or any combination of these.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="D.">
    <text>A sign shall:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Be constructed of wood, metal, or other material which can endure for several years;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Be constructed, placed, and maintained in such a manner that it poses no hazard and is clearly visible; and</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Contain lettering at least 1 inch high, on a contrasting background.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>