§ 3-404. Records and reports

   (a) In general. -- Each amusement owner who operates an amusement attraction in the State shall:

   (1) keep and make available to the Commissioner records about the activities of the amusement owner under this title; and

   (2) keep accurate records of, and submit periodic reports to the Commissioner on, injuries to the public that occur during use of amusement attractions other than injuries that:

      (i) are minor;

      (ii) require only first-aid treatment; and

      (iii) do not involve medical treatment or loss of consciousness.

(b) Death or serious injury. -- Whenever a death or serious physical injury results from the operation of an amusement attraction:

   (1) the person who directly controls the operation of the amusement attraction immediately shall close the amusement attraction until it has been inspected by the Commissioner;

   (2) the amusement owner shall report the incident orally or in writing to the Commissioner within 24 hours; and

   (3) the Commissioner shall inspect the amusement attraction within 24 hours after receiving notice of the incident.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 89, § 65, 77; 1992, ch. 4, § 2.