Georgia Administrative Code

(1) On an amusement ride or amusement attraction where coasting renders the operation dangerous, either during the period while the ride or attraction is being loaded or unloaded or in the case of power failure or other unforeseeable situation a method of braking shall be provide…

(1) Internal combustion engines for amusement rides shall be of adequate type, design and capacity to handle the design load. (2) Where fuel tanks of internal combustion engines for amusement rides are not of adequate capacity to permit uninterrupted operation during normal opera…

(1) Wire rope on amusement rides shall be thoroughly examined periodically. Wire rope found to be damaged shall be replaced with new rope of proper design and capacity as per the manufacturer's data tag. Any of the following conditions shall be cause for rope replacement: (a) In …

(1) Hydraulic systems and other related equipment used in connection with amusement rides shall be free of leaks and maintained to ensure safe operation at all times. (2) An amusement ride which depends upon hydraulic pressure to maintain safe operation shall be provided with a p…

(1) Air compressor tanks, storage tanks and appurtenances used in connection with amusement devices shall be designed and constructed in accordance with Section VIII of the ASME Code; and shall also be equipped and maintained to ensure safe operation. (2) Air compressor tanks and…

(1) Aerial Passenger Tramways, ANSI B77.1 - 2011 and addendum to Aerial Passenger Tramways, ANSI B-77.1a - 2012 are hereby adopted as a rule with the modifications as indicated below. (a) Each owner engaged in passenger tramway operations shall protect the public by complying wit…

(1) The National Electrical Code, NFPA 70 1984, latest adopted version is hereby adopted as a rule and all future amendments shall be accepted as adopted. (2) This document may be purchased from the National Fire Protection Association, Battermarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. (3) All…

(1) No overcurrent protection device shall be installed in neutral or grounding conductors. (2) Where electrical power is supplied for an amusement ride by a generating system, the generator and all equipment shall be properly grounded. (3) All receptacles and attachment plugs sh…

(1) An owner/operator shall furnish a certified stress analysis and other pertinent data deemed necessary by the Office for new, redesigned and all existing rides for which this information may be requested. Such stress analysis is and other data pertinent to the design, structur…

(1) Safe and adequate means of access and egress from amusement rides shall be provided. (2) At least two means of egress remote from each other shall be provided from each floor, tier, room or balcony in structures which house amusement rides. (3) Access to the means of egress s…

(1) Walkways and ramps shall be erected with a slope not greater than one in ten except that when approved nonslip surfaces are provided, the grade may be increased to a maximum of one in eight. (2) Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators and Moving Walks, ANSI/ASME Code 17.1 latest a…

(1) The subchapter shall apply to the construction of buildings and structures that are a functional part of an amusement ride. To be a functional part of an amusement ride, the building or structure shall be a contributing factor to the amusement, pleasure, thrill or excitement …

(1) All enclosed amusement park buildings over one story in height shall be constructed or protected to furnish not less than one hour fire resistance rating; except where roof framing and decking are specifically permitted to be of non-combustible or mill type construction. No s…

(1) Structural Design. The slides structural design and materials shall be in accord with generally accepted good structural engineering practices and shall provide a durable structure which will safely sustain all weights and pressures (dead load, live load, liquid, hydrostatic …

(1) All water impounding flumes or rides using lakes with adequate fresh water inlets and outlets to prevent contamination shall not be required to comply with the following requirements on circulation. (2) The filtration system shall be of adequate size to maintain water quality…

(1) All water impounding flumes or rides using lakes with adequate fresh water inlets and outlets to prevent contamination shall not be required to comply with the following requirements on filtration. (2) Filters shall be designed to maintain pool water under anticipated operati…

(1) Pumps and motors shall be provided to circulate the water in the splash pool and slide. Performance of all filter pumps shall meet the conditions of flow required for filtering and cleaning (if applicable) the filters against the total head developed by the complete system. F…

(1) Pool inlets and outlets shall produce a uniform circulation of water to maintain a uniform disinfectant residual. (2) The number and location of pool inlets shall be adequate and appropriate to insure that uniform water quality, as described herein, is maintained at all times…

(1) The size of the slide circulation piping shall permit the rated flows for filtering and cleaning without exceeding the total head developed by the pump at the rated flow. (2) The water velocity shall not exceed 10 feet per second (3.05 m/second) for discharge piping, except f…

(1) Overflow water shall be returned to the filter system or discharged to a waste system approved by local authorities. Where perimeter overflow water discharges into a sanitary sewer, a suitable air gap at least 1 1/2 times the discharge diameter shall be provided to create a g…

(1) Water impounded by the ride owner and used as an integral part of a water amusement ride, whether it be a part of a water contact ride or a water noncontact ride, which could expose the public to a safety or health hazard shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition i…

(1) Disinfectants used in flume and pool water shall provide a disinfecting residual in the pool water. Chlorine or chlorine compounds are most frequently used for this purpose, but other bactericidal agents or apparatuses are acceptable if registered by the U. S. Environmental P…

(1) The latest National Electrical Code, as published by the National Fire Protection Association, or a local code, whichever is more restrictive, shall be used for the wiring and grounding of all electrical equipment associated with a slide and for the grounding of all metallic …

(1) Personnel responsible for the operation of disinfecting equipment shall be properly trained in equipment operation, field test procedures, and emergency procedures. (2) The manufacturer or the general contractor of the slide shall provide the operator with a detailed written …

(1) Having properly trained and conscientious employees on site is the most important safety factor in the operation of slides. (2) At least one person who has completed the Standard First Aid and Personal Safety course, as offered by the American National Red Cross, or the equiv…

(1) The need for emergency planning in areas of public recreation has been demonstrated by past experience. Being prepared for problems is the best method of minimizing their consequences. Therefore, a written plan for emergencies shall be carefully devised and kept up-to-date. A…

Each facility shall have an emergency plan for use in the event of a night time power outage. Battery-operated emergency lighting packs are available as standard building electrical items. In addition, portable lights and bullhorns shall be available to personnel at all times, an…

(1) Mandatory rules and regulations for every owner, manager, and operator who provides for the operation and use of all types of mechanically operated karts which carry or convey passengers along, around, or over a fixed or restricted route or course or within a defined area for…

(1) Issuance of Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding: (a) If, upon inspection by an inspector or deputy inspector, 1. An amusement ride is deemed to be in an unsafe condition, 2. The owner, operator, user, contractor, or installer has not complied with the Amusement Ri…

Exemptions from Standards and Regulations approved by the Office. The owner/operator of the following equipment shall be exempt from applying for a permit or inspection. The owner/operator shall meet all other requirements of the Safety Act and these Rules. (a) Mechanical bulls, …

This rule specifies and gives guidance on the site, design, testing of equipment, management of the operation, operating procedures, emergency provisions, and procedures for Bungee Jumping. Bungee Jumping will be restricted to permanent structures, constructed solely for the purp…

The definitions in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated Sections 25-15-51 and , of the Georgia Rules will apply and in addition the following shall apply: (a) AIR BAG - A device which cradles the body and which uses an air release breather system to dissipate the energy due to …

(1) The operator shall obtain a permit from the Department of Labor, Safety Engineering Section to operate on the site. The initial permit fee shall be $5,000.00. Each permit shall be renewed annually, at a cost of $1,000.00. (2) Each site shall be inspected by the Department qua…

(1) Each bunge e jump site shall maintain a side safety space of twenty (20) feet in all directions. (2) Where jumps occur over water, the water shall be at least nine (9) feet deep. The vertical safety space shall be at least sixty (60) inches above the water. However, if the de…

(1) The Safe Working Load (SWL) shall be determined by the maximum weight on the platform at any one time, with a safety factor of not less than five (5) times the maximum designed platform weight. (2) When the platform is not an integral part of the structure, the attachment dev…

(1) The system for lowering the jumper to the landing pad shall be operated by either the jump operator or jump master. (2) There shall be an alternative method of jumper recovery should the main lowering system fall.

(1) The operating length of a bungee cord at its maximum designed dynamic load shall not exceed four (4) times its unloaded length. (2) The cord material and sheathing to be used shall be clearly specified in the site operating manual. (3) The cord and its non-metallic connectors…

(1) A jump harness shall be either a full body harness or a seat harness with shoulder straps. (2) A jump harness shall be available to fit the range of patron sizes accepted for jumping.

All ropes for holding and/or lowering the jumper shall have a breaking load of at least 6,000 pounds.

(1) Carabineers shall be the screw gate type, manufactured of hardened steel, with at least a minimum breaking load of 6,000 pounds. (2) Pulleys and shackles shall be manufactured of hardened steel and shall have a minimum breaking load of at least 6,000 pounds. (3) All pulleys s…

These rules establish minimum safety standards for the installation, assembly, repair, maintenance, use, operation, disassembly, and inspection of amusement rides at carnivals and fairs. These safety standards are for the protection of the employees and the general public using t…

The rules apply to amusement rides at carnivals and fairs, to the manager of such rides, and to the persons employed in connection with these rides and to their employees.

Those definitions as listed in Chapter 15 of Title 25 and: (a) "Approved"means in compliance with these Rules and Regulations. (b) "A.S.T.M."- the American Society of Testing Materials. (c) "Average Adult Passenger"means for the purpose of design, a person weighing 170 Pounds. (d…

(1) Every manager of a carnival ride shall comply with or effect compliance with all provisions of these rules and regulations, and every employer and employee shall comply with all provisions which concern or affect his conduct. (2) Each owner, manager, or lessee is responsible …

(1) No carnival ride shall be operated at any time or location unless a permit is issued by the Office. (2) Each owner, manager, or lessee shall apply for a permit on or before January 1 of each year, on a form furnished by the Office. The following must accompany the application…

(1) Issuance of Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding: (a) If, upon inspection by an inspector or deputy inspector, 1. A carnival ride is deemed to be in an unsafe condition, 2. The owner, operator, user, contractor, or installer has not complied with the Carnival Ride …

Every carnival ride shall be identified by a trade or descriptive name and an identification number, and there shall be firmly attached thereto in a readily visible location on a metal plate upon which there is legibly impressed the name and number of the ride, its model number i…