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Incident reporting is mandatory for IAAPA members in the United States. Below are the number summary ride safety numbers from the North America Fixed-Site Amusement Ride Injury Survey, 2021 Update. IAAPA members can access North America Rides Survey Reports from 2001 – 2021 here.
- Regulations & Standards
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- Ride Operators
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- Design & Technology
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- Safety Tips
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- Regulations & Standards
Safety Regulations for U.S. Amusement Rides. Amusement ride safety in the United States is regulated through a patchwork of voluntary standards and federal, state, and local laws.
Since 1987, the National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials (NAARSO) has been the leading amusement ride safety organization in the world, supporting our members through safety education and certification.
If regulations in specific states need to be augmented, IAAPA encourages such action and recommend using the detailed ASTM International ride safety standards as the basis of any regulations.
IAAPA Guideline for Effective Amusement Ride Safety Regulation. IAAPA promotes and advocates for the adoption of effective amusement ride safety legislation at the most appropriate level of government.
The Ohio Division of Amusement Ride Safety and fairs works to license and inspect all amusement rides before they operate to verify that rides are assembled, maintained and operated to manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations.
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This white paper is by design intended to provided inspiration and suggested guidance to help enable a safe and efficient transitional process from Covid closure to successful and safe re-opening of your rides and attractions. IAAPA has also published Covid-19 Reopening Guidance for opening attractions.