Ride Operations

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  Loading of Rides

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  Ride Accidents

  Ride accidents often occur because safety procedures are not followed.

  There are four things to consider when loading rides.

  • Numbers of riders
    • Strictly follow the regulations.

  • Height of rider
    • Children who are less than the minimum height requirement.
    • Adults who are very tall and may risk hitting their head.

  • Oversized rider
    • Weight could create problems with balancing the ride.
    • An oversized waistline may prevent the safety bar locking in.

  • Balance of ride
    • Each carriage needs to be balanced.
    • Overall weight across the ride needs to be balanced.

  Accidents may be prevented if ride operators follow these safety procedures.

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  Ride Safety

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  Rides may refer to those in:

  • amusement parks and agricultural shows, such as ferris wheels or dodgem cars.
  • resorts, such as cable cars on the ski slopes.

  The basic rules for operation and emergency procedures are similar.

  Ride operators:

  • should be trained in the safe operation of the ride.
  • should be able to work safely and stay alert to prevent hazards.
  • should know and obey all safety rules and procedures.
  • are responsible for their own safety as well as other employees and the riders.

  Operators should complete an inspection checklist. They should:

  • make sure the surroundings are tidy, clean and free of hazards.
  • display safety and warning signs.
  • report any hazardous situations immediately.

  Hazards may be anything that may cause a rider to:

  • trip
  • fall
  • bump their head
  • get a splinter
  • get a cut

  Rides

  Each ride has:

  • specific rules for specific safety reasons.
  • a safety zone for the personal safety of the ride operator.

  Rider responsibility should be encouraged, and the ride operator can play an important role in this by:

  • posting safety instructions at the entrance to the ride.
  • giving verbal instructions to riders, such as:
    • be careful of the step when getting on or off the ride.
    • keep hands, arms, legs and feet inside at all times.
    • make sure safety restraints are kept fastened and locked in place.
    • remind riders to remain seated until the ride comes to a complete stop.

  It is important to get the support of the parents of young children in promoting safe riding practices.

  The operator should make sure that:

  • the posted rules for the ride regarding age, height and weight restrictions are followed.
  • parents are alerted of possible unsafe conditions for young children.

  In case of an emergency, such as a breakdown, the ride operator should:

  • keep calm.
  • inform the riders what is happening, taking care not to alarm them.
  • give the riders some basic instructions, such as:
    • remain seated
    • keep as still as possible
    • keep all restraints fastened
  • tell the riders you will continue to keep them informed.

  When the ride is again operational and the riders get off, it is important to thank them for their patience and for following all emergency instructions.

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