N.Y. Labor Law § 866: Declaration of legislative findings

§ 866. Declaration of legislative findings. The legislature hereby

finds that alpine or downhill skiing is both a major recreational sport

and a major industry within the state of New York. The legislature

further finds: (a) that downhill skiing, like many other sports, is not

without some inherent risks; (b) that downhill skiing, without

established rules of conduct and care, may result in injuries to persons

and property; and (c) that it is necessary and appropriate, as well as

in the public interest, to take steps to protect downhill skiers from

undue, unnecessary and unreasonable hazards, and to encourage and

promote safety in the downhill ski industry.

It is, therefore, the intent of this article to create and provide for

the promulgation of a code of conduct for downhill skiers and ski area

operators which will minimize the risk of injury to persons and property

engaged in the sport of downhill skiing.