§ 23-21.1-1 - Definitions. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 23-21.1-1

   § 23-21.1-1  Definitions. – For the purposes of this chapter, the following definitions apply:

   (1) "Bathing beach" shall mean any area or tract of land,which is used in connection with swimming and/or bathing in any waters of thestate except that land contiguous to the Atlantic Ocean provided:

   (i) It is open to the public with or without permit and/orpayment of a fee;

   (ii) It is maintained as a private club or associationrequiring membership fees or dues; or

   (iii) It is maintained with or without charge for therecreation of groups of ten (10) or more children.

   (2) "Bathing water" shall mean fresh, salt, or estuarinewater adjacent to any bathing beach within the state, except the Atlantic Ocean.

   (3) "Department" shall mean the Rhode Island Department ofHealth.

   (4) "Director" shall mean the director of health or his orher duly appointed agents.