SAM Coverage
Regulation
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Tubing Needs Legal Attention
Tubing is pushing the liability security envelope developed over the past 40 years by the ski industry. Though uphill safety requirements are similar, the…
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Caution! Forest Plan Revisions Ahead
A timely reminder that the mandated revisions of land-use plans by the Forest Service require close involvement by ski area permittees.
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Environmental Regulation– Its Future
In an era of regulatory reform, the ski industry should take an active role in improving environmental regulation, both individually and through national, regional…
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Will Environmental Constraints Pass Into Oblivion?
Congress appears to be ready to deregulate everything, including many environmental policies that affect ski areas. This does not mean, however, that ski areas…
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The Proposed New Ada Regs: Will They Work?
A look at new Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations that pertain to the resort industry. Article addresses key points and tells where to…
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Significant Decision On Nepa
A recent Supreme Court decision interpreting the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) contains three key elements that are important to the ski industry: the…
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The Fantasy’s Not For Burning
A look at moves initiated in some western ski towns to limit woodburning stoves and fireplaces in new construction. Although a skier icon for…
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Hazardous Substances
A comprehensive look at the subject of hazardous materials in the resort context. Feature covers the roles of the authorities and regulatory agencies in…
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Environmental Regulatory Process- Reference Books
A book review of several resource books that were researched by Joe Prendergast and Carrie Bowers of the American Ski Federation and produced by…
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The Americans With Disabilities Act
It’s been called an “Emancipation Proclamation” for the disabled, but because of its fuzzy compliance wording it’s also been called a manager’s nightmare and…
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Wetlands
Two lawyers give a detailed tour through the entanglements of wetlands regulations and pitfalls. Topics covered include: political background, definition of wetlands, identification of…
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Details Matter
Eight steps to protect your summer business. This article is reprinted from SAM’s sister publication, Adventure Park Insider, Winter 2017. See more at…
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Summer Ops on Forest Service Land
Follow the screening criteria to smooth the way to approval. The Recreational Opportunities Act of 2011 allows winter resorts on Forest Service land to…
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Control Hazardous Energy
Lockout/tagout saves lives, and is required by OSHA. Mike Mechanic has done his morning safety check of lift A and found the brake needs…
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Problem Solving
It takes creativity to find solutions when working with an orphan ski lift. If you have an orphan ski lift, and have had a…
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Orphan Ski Lifts
Though a lift’s manufacturer may no longer be in business, the lift still requires maintenance and support. Where do you find it? Chances are…
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Rescue Me
Part II of II. The National Ski Patrol faces a slew of challenges, both external and internal. Is it up to the task? Note:…