Section 334.34. Public protection.

 

(1)   General. Amusement rides shall be fenced, barricaded or otherwise arranged in accordance with recognized safe practice so that frequenters are effectively prevented from entering hazardous areas.

(1m)   Fences. When fences are provided in accordance with sub. (1) , they shall be constructed to meet all of the following requirements.

(a) Fences shall be a height of at least 42 inches above the surface on which the spectators or riders stand.

(b) Fences shall be constructed in such a fashion so as to reject a 4-inch ball at all openings, including between the bottom of the fence and the surface upon which it rests.

(c) Fences shall be designed, constructed and erected to inhibit overturning by spectators or riders.

(d) Where used, gates shall open away from the ride unless equipped with a positive latching device.

(e) Gates shall be designed such that if opened during the amusement ride cycle, the gate will not contact the amusement ride or cause a hazard to riders.

(2)   Loading and unloading.

(a) Loading and unloading areas which are an integral part of the amusement rides shall be separated from moving parts by barriers or guardrails.

(b) A flexible barrier, such as a rope or chain, may be used to prevent access to the passenger-carrying devices provided the barrier is no longer than necessary and is controlled by an authorized attendant.

(3)   Surfaces not intended for walking. Amusement ride center platforms with moving sweeps that are adjacent to loading and unloading platforms of passenger-carrying devices shall be guarded by a standard guardrail or a center cover designed and maintained to safely support a minimum load of 200 pounds.

(4)   Fluorescent light tubes. Fluorescent light tubes on moving parts of amusement rides shall be sleeved or secured, or both, to prevent breakage and contact with frequenters.

History: Cr. Register, February, 1992, No. 434 , eff. 3-1-92; CR 02-127 : am. (1) and (2) (a), cr. (1m) Register May 2003 No. 569 , eff. 6-1-03, except (1m) eff. 6-1-06; CR 08-054 : r. (1m) (f), r. and recr. (3) Register December 2008 No. 636 , eff. 1-1-09.