The height of the summer and fair season is here and the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, through the Amusement Ride Safety Inspection Unit, is offering advice to help ensure the safety of the public while enjoying amusement park rides.
“Maryland’s record for amusement ride safety is extraordinary,” said DLLR Secretary Thomas E. Perez. “DLLR conducts regular inspections to ensure amusement rides are safe. We want people to enjoy the rides and be careful.”
Tips for amusement park riders:
Look for posted safety instructions, read and follow the rules.
Observe height and weight restrictions.
Follow instructions of the ride operator.
Check to see if the ride operator is wearing an identification badge.
Keep hands, arms and legs inside at all times.
Use safety equipment, including seat belts and shoulder harnesses.
Stay in the ride until it comes to a complete stop.
Tips for parents with children:
Watch while the ride is in progress to monitor your child’s safety.
Follow the instructions of the operator before, during and after the ride.
Explain appropriate and safe behavior to your child – Advise them to remain seated, keep hands and feet inside and follow the operator’s instructions.
Ask the operator to stop the ride if the child cries or is in distress.
