Is there a mask mandate? Especially with people breathing heavy with no mask and the risk of catching the virus is higher than dining in or at a bar?

No, wear gloves for the supporting rails (polls)

No, but there are lots of highly touched areas. I used some sanitizer at the top and then simply washed my hands when I got back to the bottom.

I brought mine with me for close encounters. I swabbed negative a few days later. Just be mindful, hand sanitizer. Don't touch your face