This chapter shall not be construed as relieving from or lessening the responsibility or liability of any party owning, operating, controlling or installing any equipment or appurtenances covered by this chapter for damage to persons or property, or by any defect therein, nor shall the city be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the examination authorized, or of the license issued as provided, or of the inspection contemplated in this chapter.
(1979 Code, § 155.15) (Ord. 3943, passed 9-11-1989)