This bill mandates that any school, college, municipality, or recreational organization hosting sports events on artificial turf fields implement a water break schedule based on the local outside temperature. Specifically, it requires water breaks every 30 minutes at 80 degrees Fahrenheit, every 20 minutes at 85 degrees, every 15 minutes at 90 degrees, and every 10 minutes at 95 degrees or higher. Additionally, if the temperature reaches 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, the event must be suspended unless it can be moved indoors to a controlled environment.
Violations of these provisions will result in a written warning for the first offense, while subsequent offenses will incur a civil penalty of $100, enforceable by the Department of Health. The bill also empowers the Commissioner of Health to establish rules and regulations to ensure compliance with its provisions. The act is set to take effect on the first day of Spring following its enactment, with provisions for anticipatory administrative actions.