Check restraining devices to make sure they are properly latched. Don t assume a ride is safe for children if you hold on to them. If you hold on to your child, you aren t looking after yourself, and both of you could be at risk. Observe, age, height and weight restrictions. If your child is afraid of the ride, it s probably best not to put her or him on the ride.
Water rides require additional attention.
Walk, don t run. On water slides, follow instructions and leave the pool area at the bottom quickly. Use floatation devices when needed. The State Labor Department annually inspects about 1,700 rides operated at 110 permanent sites and 900 carnivals. Approximately 9,800 individual inspections are conducted annually.