Operator; Requirements

PURPOSE: This rule provides specific safety procedures to the operator of an amusement ride. (1) No person shall operate an amusement ride unless he or she is at least sixteen (16) years of age. (2) The operator shall operate no more than one (1) amusement ride at any given time, even if automatic timing devices are used to control the time cycle of the ride. (3) An operator shall be in attendance at all times and within arms length of the operator’s station when the ride is in operation. (4) The operator shall be trained in the proper use and operation of the amusement ride as provided for in American Society of Testing and Materials F770 and American Society of Testing and Materials F853. Verification of such training shall be made available upon request. (5) The operator shall ensure that all passengers’ safety devices are in place around patrons before starting. (6) The operator shall not operate or be in physical control of any amusement ride while under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or drug, or any combination thereof. For the purposes of this section, the term “controlled substance” includes substances defined by Chapter 195, RSMo. (7) The operator shall ensure that no one is permitted on a ride while carrying any article, i.e., food, beverages, packages, lighted cigarettes, etc., which could endanger the rider or spectators. (8) The operator shall be an employee of the owner. (9) Based upon probable cause, the operator of an amusement ride shall submit to a breath test or chemical tests of blood, saliva, or urine to determine the alcohol or drug content. AUTHORITY: section 316.206, RSMo 2000.* Original rule filed March 1, 1999, effective Sept. 30, 1999. Amended: Filed April 2, 2003, effective Oct. 30, 2003. Amended: Filed Oct. 15, 2004, effective April 30, 2005. *Original authority: 316.206, RSMo 1997.