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Application of Act
2. (1) No person shall erect, operate or maintain an amusement device to which this Regulation applies except in accordance with this Regulation. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 2 (1). (2) The following devices are exempt from the Act and this Regulation: 1. Off-road vehicles within the meaning of the Off-Road Vehicles Act. 2. Motorized snow vehicles within the meaning of the Motorized Snow Vehicles Act. 3. Public pools and wave action pools within the meaning of Regulation 565 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990 (Public Pools). 4. Aircraft within the meaning of the Aeronautics Act (Canada). 5. Devices whose sliding action is dependent on snow or ice. 6. Boats, other than motorized boats primarily designed for use by children and bumper boats. 7. Jet water skis and similar jet or motorized devices used on water. 8. Wind surfers and surf boards. 9. Muscular powered devices, other than swinging gyms. 10. Hang gliders. 11. Untethered parasails, balloons and chutes. 12. Hay rides. 13. Soap box racers. 14. Golf carts. 15. Hovercraft. 16. Skateboards and roller skates. 17. Live animal rides. 18. Self-propelled vehicles, other than those that travel in excess of 4 kilometres per hour and are designed primarily for use in an amusement park. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 2 (2). (3) Every existing amusement device shall be deemed to meet the requirements of section 15, subsections 16 (1), (2) and (3), sections 17 and 18, subsections 19 (1), 20 (1), 22 (1) and (4) and the standards adopted by section 3 of the code adopted in section 26. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 2 (3). (4) Subsection (3) does not apply, (a) with respect to the part that is unsafe, where the person operating the amusement device is aware that a part of the amusement device is unsafe because it does not meet one of the requirements set out in a section referred to in subsection (3); (b) with respect to the part that is unsafe, where an inspector finds that a part of an amusement device is unsafe; or (c) with respect to the part, where a part of the amusement device is changed or replaced or a new part is added to the amusement device after this Regulation comes into force. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 2 (4). Licence to Carry on Business
Licence to Carry on Business
3. (1) An application for a licence to carry on the business of operating an amusement device or a renewal thereof shall be in a form provided by the Director. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 3 (1). (2) It is a condition for entitlement for a licence or a renewal thereof that the applicant, (a) is or employs a mechanic who is capable of maintaining each amusement device operated by the licensee; (b) is or employs a mechanic who is capable of erecting each amusement device that is to be erected by the licensee; (c) is or employs a person who has full knowledge of the Act and this Regulation who is in charge of the maintenance and operation of each amusement device of the licensee; and (d) is or employs a person who has full knowledge of the Act and this Regulation who is in charge of the erection of each amusement device that is to be erected by licensee. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 3 (2). (3) The amount of liability insurance prescribed for the purposes of section 4 of the Act is an amount not less than $1,000,000. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 3 (3). (4) Each licence to carry on the business of operating an amusement device expires on the 31st day of December next following the date on which it was issued, unless otherwise stated in the licence. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 3 (4). Permit for an Amusement Device
Permit for an Amusement Device
4. (1) An application for a permit to operate an amusement device or a renewal thereof shall be in a form provided by the Director.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 4 (1) (2) It is a condition for the issuing of a permit to operate an amusement device that, (a) the applicant is a licensee; (b) the amusement device with respect to which the permit relates is registered in accordance with section 6; (c) the applicant files with the Director an operating schedule that is in accordance with subsection (4); and (d) the amusement device with respect to which the permit relates is in conformance with this Regulation.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 4 (2) (3) It is a condition for the renewal of a permit to operate an amusement device that, (a) the applicant is a licensee; (b) the amusement device with respect to which the permit relates is registered in accordance with section 6; (c) the amusement device is maintained in accordance with the requirements of section 10; (d) the technical dossier required under clause 6 (1) (a) is updated in accordance with subsection 7 (6); and (e) the applicant files with the Director an operating schedule that is in accordance with subsection (4).  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 4 (3) (4) For the purposes of this section, an operating schedule shall include, (a) the location or locations in Ontario where the amusement device will be operated; (b) the operating dates of the amusement device for the calendar year; and (c) in the case of an itinerant amusement device, the date or dates for the erection and dismantling of the amusement device.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 4 (4) (5) A permit to operate an amusement device expires on the 31st day of December next following the date on which it is issued unless otherwise stated on the permit.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 4 (5) (6) A permit to operate an amusement device shall be kept in the vicinity of the amusement device to which it relates.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 4 (6) (7) Where a permit is issued to a licensee for an amusement device brought into Ontario on an emergency basis, the Director shall not issue another permit on an emergency basis for that amusement device to that licensee.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 4 (7).
Permit for an Amusement Device
5. A change in the operating schedule of a licensee shall be forwarded by the licensee to the Director, (a) where the change is to occur within fourteen days of the licensee becoming aware of the change, forthwith by telephone or other means of immediate communication; or (b) where the change is not going to occur within fourteen days of the licensee becoming aware of the change, in writing. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 5. Registration of an Amusement Device
Registration of an Amusement Device
6. (1) It is a condition for the registration of an amusement device that, (a) a technical dossier in accordance with section 7 with respect to the amusement device is filed with the Director; (b) the amusement device is erected by or under the direct supervision of a licensee; (c) after the amusement device is erected, a licensee carries out or causes to be carried out a preliminary examination of the amusement device to ensure that the amusement device is in accordance with the filed technical dossier that relates to the device and is in conformance with the Act and this Regulation; (d) the amusement device is inspected by an inspector; and (e) the amusement device is found by the inspector to be in a safe operating condition and in conformance with the Act and this Regulation. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 6 (1). (2) Clause (1) (b) does not apply to existing amusement devices. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 6 (2). (3) Upon the conditions set out in subsection (1) being satisfied, the Director shall register the amusement device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 6 (3). (4) Where an amusement device is registered, the licensee who applied for the registration shall affix the notice indicating the registration number to the amusement device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 6 (4). (5) Each registration of an amusement device expires five years after the last permit with respect to the device was issued. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 6 (5). Technical Dossier
Changes
8. (1) Every licensee who proposes to change the structural design, inherent safety or operational characteristics of an amusement device that is registered under section 6 by, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, (a) increasing the maximum capacity or speed of an amusement device by more than 10 per cent; (b) changing the load bearing structure of an amusement device in a manner that would reduce the original strength of the structure by more than 10 per cent; (c) changing the source of power for the main drive or control mechanism of an amusement device; (d) changing the method of guiding the passenger carrying units of an amusement device; (e) changing the classification of an amusement device; (f) relocating an amusement device that was originally designed as non-portable; or (g) changing an amusement device from groundmounted to trailer-mounted, shall submit to the Director the documents set out in subsection (2). R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 8 (1). (2) The following documents are required under subsection (1): 1. A detailed description of the proposed change. 2. All documents required to be filed as part of the technical dossier under subsection 7 (2) that relate to the proposed change. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 8 (2). (3) Every licensee who proposes to make a change of a type referred to in subsection (1) to an amusement device shall ensure that, (a) the change is made by or under the direct supervision of the licensee; (b) the change is in conformance with the Act and this Regulation; and (c) the amusement device is inspected by an inspector prior to being put into operation after the change is made. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 8 (3). Attendants and Operators
Attendants and Operators
9. (1) Every licensee shall appoint a sufficient number of operators and attendants in respect of each amusement device operated by the licensee to meet the requirements of this Regulation. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 9 (1). (2) Every licensee shall ensure that the attendants and operators of the licensee are readily identifiable. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 9 (2). (3) Every licensee shall ensure that each attendant or operator of the licensee has such knowledge, training and experience that, (a) each operator of an amusement device is able to operate the amusement device safely without supervision; (b) each attendant is able to carry out his or her responsibilities without supervision; and (c) each attendant and operator is aware of the hazardous situations that may occur with respect to persons using the amusement device to which the attendant or operator is assigned. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 9 (3). (4) Every attendant shall, (a) be located at the area or position designated to the attendant by the operator of the amusement device to which the attendant is assigned; (b) be responsible for the safe functioning and use of the amusement device or component that is within the scope of the attendant’s duties as assigned by the licensee and as set out in this Regulation; (c) ensure that persons move safely to or from the amusement device to which the attendant is assigned; (d) ensure that persons using the amusement device to which the attendant is assigned are properly instructed with respect to the use of the area and components under the attendant’s supervision; and (e) ensure that all components of the amusement device to which the attendant is assigned are properly engaged and that all necessary safety measures in the circumstances are taken before a signal to operate is given to an operator or to a person using the amusement device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 9 (4). (5) Every operator shall be responsible for the safe operation and use of the amusement device or part thereof that the operator is assigned. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 9 (5). (6) No operator shall, (a) operate or initiate the operation of an amusement device to which the operator is assigned unless the operator is signalled by an attendant that the amusement device is ready for operation or the operator is otherwise satisfied that all necessary safety measures in the circumstances have been taken to ensure the safe operation of the device; (b) operate more than one amusement device at a time; or (c) while on duty, leave the controls of an amusement device to which the operator is assigned unattended without taking measures to prevent the unauthorized operation of the amusement device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 9 (6). Erection and Maintenance
Erection and Maintenance
10. (1) Every licensee shall ensure with respect to each amusement device that is operated or intended to be operated by the licensee that, (a) the erection of the amusement device is carried out in accordance with the procedures set out in this section and the technical dossier for the amusement device required under section 7; (b) no erection or maintenance is performed unless the work is performed by a mechanic or by a mechanic-in-training under the supervision of a mechanic; (c) no mechanic is assigned work that is beyond the scope of the mechanic’s experience and training; and (d) the amusement device is not used or operated unless it is maintained in accordance with the procedures set out in the technical dossier with respect to the amusement device required under section 7 and this section. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 10 (1). (2) Every licensee shall ensure that each amusement device operated by the licensee is maintained in such a manner and as often as is necessary to ensure that the amusement device is in safe operating condition having regard to, (a) the inherent quality and condition of the amusement device; (b) the manufacturer’s recommendations for maintenance of the amusement device; and (c) the frequency and method of usage of the amusement device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 10 (2). (3) Every licensee shall ensure that the maintenance of each amusement device operated by the licensee includes, (a) the checking and examination of all parts and functions at intervals that are sufficient to ensure the safe operation of the amusement device; (b) the cleaning, lubricating and adjusting of all parts at intervals sufficient to ensure the safe operation of the amusement device; (c) the repairing or replacing of worn, defective, damaged or broken parts on the amusement device; and (d) the carrying out of all safety related recommendations issued by the manufacturer with respect to the amusement device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 10 (3). (4) Where the maintenance referred to in clause (3) (a) is carried out on an amusement device, the licensee who operates the amusement device shall ensure that the amusement device is in safe operating condition and is likely to remain in safe operating condition until the next scheduled checking and examination. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 10 (4). (5) No mechanic shall undertake work on an amusement device that is beyond the scope of the mechanic’s experience and training. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 10 (5). (6) Where a part of an amusement device is replaced for any reason, the replacement part shall be at least equivalent in strength and function to the original supplied by the manufacturer. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 10 (6).
Erection and Maintenance
11. Where a manufacturer of an amusement device or a licensee discovers a defect in a part or component of an amusement device that is related to the safe operation or usage of the amusement device and that part or component is replaced, the manufacturer or licensee, as the case may be, shall forthwith notify the Director, in writing, stating the nature of the defect and the details of any action taken with respect to the part or component. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 11. Operation
Operation
12. (1) Every licensee shall ensure with respect to each amusement device that is operated by the licensee that, (a) the amusement device is operated in accordance with this Regulation and the technical dossier filed with the Director that relates to the amusement device; (b) before the amusement device is opened to the public each day it is inspected and tested in accordance with the technical dossier that relates to the amusement device; (c) a log book is kept; and (d) a record of each inspection and test that is carried out on the amusement device is kept in the log book referred to in clause (c). R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 12 (1). (2) Each record referred to in clause (1) (d) shall be signed by the person performing the inspection or test or the supervisor of the person performing the inspection or test attesting to the carrying out of the inspection or test. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 12 (2). (3) Each log book for an amusement device shall, in addition to a record of daily inspections and tests contain, (a) results of all other inspections and tests on the amusement device; (b) daily operating records of the amusement device, including all data concerning incidents and accidents involving the amusement device; and (c) maintenance records, including all data concerning changes and improvements carried out on the amusement device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 12 (3). (4) Each log book shall be kept for a period of at least six years from the date of the last entry in the log book. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 12 (4). (5) That portion of the log book that covers the twelve month period previous to the date of the last entry in the log book shall be kept at the location of the amusement device to which it relates. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 12 (5). Fees
Fees
13. (1) The fees prescribed in the Schedule are payable under the Act and this Regulation and are non-refundable. O. Reg. 348/93, s. 1. (1.1) A fee set out in the Schedule that is expressed as an amount per hour is payable on the basis of each quarter hour or part of a quarter hour that the person charging the fee spends, subject to the minimum set out in the Schedule. O. Reg. 440/96, s. 1. (2) The manpower, test load, measuring and other devices required to carry out an inspection shall be provided by the licensee. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 13 (2). PART II   GENERAL TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Fees
14. Where a provision of a code adopted by this Regulation is inconsistent with the Act and this Regulation, the provisions of the Act and this Regulation shall prevail. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 14. Welding
Welding
15. (1) The welding of piping and fittings containing an internal pressure greater than 103 kPa on an amusement device shall conform to CSA Standard B51-M1986, Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Pressure Piping Code. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 15 (1). (2) The welding of stress bearing parts of an amusement device, other than parts referred to in subsection (1), the failure of which could create an unsafe condition, shall conform to CSA Standard W59-1984, Welded Steel Construction (Metal Arc Welding). R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 15 (2). (3) The welding of piping and fittings containing an internal pressure greater than 103 kPa on an amusement device shall be carried out by a person who is qualified in accordance with CSA Standard B51-M1986, Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Pressure Piping Code. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 15 (3). (4) The welding of stress bearing parts of an amusement device, other than parts referred to in subsection (1), the failure of which could create an unsafe condition, shall be carried out by a person who is qualified in accordance with CSA Standard W47.1-M1983, Certification of Companies for Fusion Welding of Steel Structures or W47.2-M1987, Certification of Companies for Fusion Welding of Aluminum, as the case requires. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 15 (4). Structural
Structural
16. (1) Structural loads and procedures considered in the design of structural members of every amusement device shall conform to section 4.1 of Regulation 61 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990 made under the Building Code Act.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 16 (1). (2) Every permanent foundation that is built specifically for an amusement device shall be designed and constructed in accordance with section 4.2 of Regulation 61 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990 made under the Building Code Act.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 16 (2). (3) Materials used for structural members of an amusement device shall be in accordance with section 4.3 of Regulation 61 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990 made under the Building Code Act.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 16 (3). (4) Every platform, stair or ramp used in connection with an amusement device shall be designed and constructed in accordance with subsections 3.4.6 and 3.4.7 of Regulation 61 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990 made under the Building Code Act except that an inclined platform or ramp may have a maximum gradient of 1:8. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 16 (4). Pipe and Fittings
Pipe and Fittings
17. (1) Piping used in the hydraulic or pneumatic drive mechanism of an amusement device shall have a minimum wall thickness of 1.65 millimetres plus C or as determined by the following formula, whichever is greater:   where 

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for pipe of a size up to and including 9.5 millimetres pipe size, 1.3 millimetres and for pipe of a size greater than 9.5 millimetres pipe size, the depth in millimetres of the thread or groove, as the case may be. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 17 (1). (2) Every valve and fitting used in the drive mechanism of an amusement device shall, (a) have a factor of safety of not less than five based on the minimum tensile strength of the material used in the valve or fitting; and (b) be made of a material that has an elongation of not less than 10 per cent in a gauge length of fifty millimetres when measured in accordance with ASTM Standard E8. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 17 (2). Flexible Hose and Couplings
Flexible Hose and Couplings
18. (1) Where the hydraulic mechanism of an amusement device is fitted with a flexible hose and fitting assembly and the failure of the flexible hose and fitting assembly could create an unsafe condition, the flexible hose and fitting assembly shall, (a) have a bursting strength sufficient to withstand not less than five times the maximum pressure anticipated during the normal operation of the amusement device; (b) be equal to or better than type 100 R2 within the meaning of SAE Standard J517; (c) be compatible with the hydraulic fluid used; (d) be used with hose fittings that are nonreusable; (e) be permanently marked to show, (i) the manufacture of the hose and fitting assembly, (ii) the type of hose and fitting assembly, (iii) the minimum factory test pressure of the hose and flatting assembly, (iv) the minimum bending radius of the hose, and (v) the date of installation of the hose and fitting assembly. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 18 (1). (2) Every flexible coupling that is used on an amusement device shall be so designed and constructed that the failure of the sealing element used with the coupling will not permit the separation of the parts connected. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 18 (2). (3) Every device or means that is accessible to the public and that is used for preventing the separation of parts on an amusement device shall be removable only with the use of tools that are not in the form of hand operated quick-release levers. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 18 (3). Pin Connections
Pin Connections
19. (1) Every pin connection on an amusement device shall have a factor of safety of not less than ten. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 19 (1). (2) Where the failure of a single pin could create an unsafe condition on a part of an amusement device, a safety retainer shall be provided for that part of the amusement device that would be subject to the unsafe condition if the pin failed. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 19 (2). Wire Rope Design and Maintenance
Wire Rope Design and Maintenance
20. (1) The factor of safety for wire rope used on an amusement device shall be, (a) where the safety of the passengers in a passenger carrying unit is dependent on one rope, twelve; (b) where the safety of the passengers in a passenger carrying unit is dependent on two ropes, ten; or (c) where the safety of the passengers in a passenger carrying unit is dependent on more than two ropes, eight. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 20 (1) (2) Where clips are used to fasten the end of a wire rope, (a) the rope end shall be bent over a grooved heart-shaped thimble the groove of which has a radius equal to that of the rope; (b) the U-bolt section of each clip shall contact the dead end or short end of the wire rope; (c) at least two clips shall be used where the wire rope is less than nine millimetres in diameter; (d) at least three clips shall be used where the wire rope is nine or more but less than sixteen millimetres in diameter; and (e) at least four clips shall be used where the wire rope is sixteen or more millimetres in diameter. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 20 (2).
Wire Rope Design and Maintenance
21. A wire rope that is used on an amusement device shall be replaced with a new wire rope where, (a) six randomly distributed wires are broken in one rope lay or three wires are broken in one strand in one rope lay of the wire rope and the failure of the wire rope could create an unsafe condition on a part of the amusement device; (b) there is more than one broken wire in one rope lay of the wire rope and the wire rope bears the entire load of a passenger carrying unit on the amusement device; (c) abrasion, scrubbing or peening has caused loss of more than one-third of the original diameter of a wire in the wire rope; (d) corrosion occurs to a degree that would affect the factor of safety required for the wire rope; (e) kinking, crushing, birdcaging or other damage results in distortion to the structure of the wire rope; and (f) a reduction of 6 per cent or more occurs in the nominal diameter of the wire rope. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 21. Chain Design and Maintenance
Chain Design and Maintenance
22. (1) The factor of safety for link chain used on an amusement device shall be, (a) where the safety of the passengers in a passenger carrying unit is dependent on one link chain, fourteen; (b) where the safety of the passengers in a passenger carrying unit is dependent on two or more link chains and there is no safety retainer, twelve; or (c) where the safety of the passengers in a passenger carrying unit is dependent on two or more link chains and a safety retainer is used in conjunction with the link chains, ten. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 22 (1). (2) Where the safety of the passengers in a passenger carrying unit of an amusement device is dependent on a single link chain, a safety retainer shall be used together with the link chain. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 22 (2). (3) Link chain that is used as a safety retainer or in a stress bearing application on an amusement device shall, (a) be certified by the chain manufacturer as to its load carrying capacity; and (b) not be constructed of twisted wire or stamped chain. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 22 (3). (4) Each fastener that is used with a link chain on an amusement device shall have a load carrying capacity that is at least equal to the link chain to which it is fastened. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 22 (4). (5) Cold shuts, quick links, shackles or connecting links shall not be added to the link chain that is used as a safety retainer or in a stress bearing application on an amusement device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 22 (5). (6) Subsection (5) does not apply to shackles that are used as end fasteners on a link chain. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 22 (6). (7) A link chain that is used on an amusement device shall be replaced with a new link chain where, (a) a reduction of 10 per cent or more occurs in the original diameter of a link in the chain; (b) a link is twisted or distorted; (c) corrosion occurs in a link to a degree that affects the factor of safety required for the link chain; (d) the link chain is used for a purpose other than that for which it is intended to be used; or (e) the link chain is used to carry a load in excess of its capacity. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 22 (7). Fencing, Guards and Clearances
Fencing, Guards and Clearances
23. (1) Fencing that will prevent a person from falling shall be provided for each amusement device where it is possible for a person to fall more than 600 millimetres off a platform. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 23 (1). (2) Fencing that will prevent access to the amusement device shall be provided for each amusement device where it is possible for persons other than those authorized by the operator or licensee to have access to an area where, (a) parts of the amusement device are moving at a speed that exceed 8 kilometres per hour or seven revolutions per minute; (b) any part of the amusement device or passenger swings out over an area to which the public has access less than 2.5 metres above ground level; (c) the normal operational mode of the amusement device is potentially hazardous to bystanders; or (d) guy wires or braces are used on the amusement device that are not clearly marked with streamers or other similar devices. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 23 (2). (3) Fencing where required under this section, other than in areas restricted to children only, shall be at least one metre in height. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 23 (3). (4) In areas restricted to children only fencing shall be at least 600 millimetres in height. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 23 (4). (5) Each opening to an amusement device that provides access to or egress from the amusement device for the public shall be provided with a means of preventing persons from inadvertently entering the device. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 23 (5). (6) Fencing where required under this section shall be at least 750 millimetres from any moving part of an amusement ride. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 23 (6).
Fencing, Guards and Clearances
24. Every mounting, drive mechanism, structure or other component of an amusement device that could entangle a part of a passenger or the clothes of a passenger shall be guarded so as to prevent injury to a passenger. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 24.
Fencing, Guards and Clearances
25. Where two or more amusement devices are adjacent to one another and the public is permitted access between the amusement devices, each amusement device shall be so placed that between a part of an amusement device that is not fenced and, (a) a moving part of an adjacent amusement device there is a space of at least four metres; or (b) a fixed part of an adjacent amusement device or a fence around an adjacent amusement device there is a clear space or walkway of at least three metres. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 25. PART III   AMUSEMENT RIDES General
General
26. Every amusement ride shall comply with CSA Standard Z267-M1983, Safety Code for Amusement Rides. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 26.
General
27. The point of entry to the passenger carrying unit of every amusement ride shall be so positioned that it does not exceed 500 millimetres vertically from the point of access to the passenger carrying unit. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 27.
General
28. Those parts of passenger carrying units on an amusement ride that may come into contact with other passenger carrying units on the same ride shall be equipped with impact absorbing devices. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 28. Support and Blocking
Support and Blocking
29. Every amusement ride shall be erected, (a) on a surface that will bear safely all loads that are imposed on the amusement ride during its operation or that could reasonably be expected to be placed on the amusement ride due to the environmental conditions in the locality where the amusement ride is erected; and (b) in such a manner as to be stable under all operating conditions and under all environmental conditions that are reasonably expected in the locality where the amusement ride is erected. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 29.
Support and Blocking
30. (1) Bricks or cement blocks shall not be used to stabilize an amusement ride. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 30 (1). (2) Subsection (1) does not apply to the use of bricks or cement blocks to stabilize a platform, stair or a ramp that forms part of an amusement ride but is independent structurally from the amusement ride. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 30 (2). (3) Blocks, other than brick or cement blocks, that are used in the construction of an amusement ride shall, where the blocks are more than two tiers high, be cribbed or crossed. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 30 (3). (4) Where only one or two tiers of blocks are used in the construction of an amusement ride, the height of the blocking shall not exceed the total width of the base of the blocks being used. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 30 (4). (5) Blocking that is used in the construction of an amusement ride shall be sized so that the bearing surface of the blocking is at least equal to or greater than the bearing surface of the support pad of the amusement ride. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 30 (5). Automobile Rides
Automobile Rides
31. (1) Every automobile ride shall, (a) be so limited or governed so as not to exceed 30 kilometres per hour; (b) where the ride is guided, be so designed that each passenger carrying unit will stop at the loading and unloading areas without assistance from a passenger; (c) have a roadway that provides sufficient grip to enable each passenger carrying unit to be driven safely at maximum speed and to stop within a distance of ten metres; and (d) have the roadway monitored during operation, either directly by operators or attendants or both or indirectly by visual and audio electronic means. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 31 (1). (2) A passenger carrying unit that is part of an automobile ride that is self-propelled by an internal combustion motor and that is losing oil or fuel shall be immediately removed from the roadway of the automobile ride. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 31 (2). (3) Lost oil or fuel from an automobile ride shall be removed immediately. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 31 (3). Bumper Cars
Bumper Cars
32. (1) Each passenger carrying unit on a bumper car ride shall, (a) be fitted with an encircling buffer of soft material that is at least 100 millimetres thick; (b) be provided with a device to maintain continuous electrical contact with the runway at a minimum pressure of fifteen newtons; (c) when used simultaneously with other passenger carrying units on a runway, not differ in weight by more than 30 per cent from the lightest passenger carrying unit; and (d) have the steering wheel and its hub and all exposed components on the bumper car that are located between the seat and the steering wheel padded and designed so as to minimize the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a collision. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 32 (1). (2) Every area surrounding a bumper car runway shall be fitted with crash borders that have, (a) a top edge that is not located lower than the top edge of the encircling buffer on the passenger carrying units; and (b) a bottom edge that is not located higher than the bottom edge of the encircling buffer on the passenger carrying units. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 32 (2). (3) Every bumper car runway shall consist of segments that are undamaged, even, polished and clean and that make electrical contact with adjacent segments without sparking. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 32 (3). (4) Every current grid that supplies power to a bumper car ride shall, (a) where the grid is constructed of wire mesh, (i) be constructed of galvanized or stainless steel wire that has a diameter of at least 1.2 millimetres, and (ii) have mesh openings that do not exceed thirty-eight millimetres in width; (b) be tensioned so that no car lifts the current grid more than thirty millimetres from its rest position during normal operation of the ride; and (c) be positively connected to its power supply at a minimum of, (i) two points in the case of a runway that has an area of 200 square metres or less, or (ii) three points in the case of a runway that has an area of more than 200 square metres. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 32 (4). (5) Every current collector pole that transfers power from the current grid to a bumper car on a bumper car ride shall, (a) be so designed and constructed that the pole maintains contact with the current grid at a minimum of three points simultaneously; (b) exert a force on the current grid at the point of contact of at least ten newtons and not more than sixteen newtons; (c) be anchored to the bumper car so as to prevent the pole from falling down during normal operation of the bumper car ride; (d) be insulated, other than where it contacts the current grid, so as to prevent a person from getting an electric shock; and (e) be provided with padding for a distance of at least 600 millimetres vertically from the top of the back of the seat of the passenger carrying unit so as to minimize risk of injury to a passenger. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 32 (5). Circular Rides
Circular Rides
33. The control equipment of each amusement ride where a passenger can control the elevation of a passenger carrying unit shall, (a) be so designed that the operator can override the passenger’s control; (b) allow elevation of the passenger carrying unit only after the rotating mechanism of the passenger carrying unit has been started; and (c) allow sufficient time for the passenger carrying unit to be lowered to its lowest position before the rotating mechanism of the passenger carrying unit is stopped. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 33.
Circular Rides
34. Every rotor ride shall be so designed that, (a) floor and inside cylinder walls are free of protruding or indented parts; (b) the top rim of the cylinder is inaccessible to passengers and spectators; (c) the enter and exit doors in the cylinder are fitted with at least one locking mechanism; (d) the floor can only be lowered when the rotating cylinder reaches its maximum operational speed; and (e) the floor is raised back into its original position before the operational speed of the cylinder is decreased. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 34.
Circular Rides
35. Every amusement ride where passengers are restrained by centrifugal force inside a passenger carrying unit that can be raised or tilted shall be so designed that, (a) the raising and tilting of the passenger carrying unit can only commence after the passenger carrying unit reaches its maximum operational speed in the horizontal position; and (b) the speed of the passenger carrying unit is not decreased until the passenger carrying unit returns to its original horizontal position. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 35. Turntables
Turntables
36. Every turntable ride shall, (a) be smooth on all surfaces that contact passengers; and (b) have the non-moving sliding area, (i) surrounded by a cushioned crash barrier, (ii) on the same plane as the turntable, and (iii) not less than two metres wide. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 36. Dry Slides
Dry Slides
37. Every dry slide shall meet the requirement of sections 68 to 72 with necessary modifications. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 37. Operation and Use
Operation and Use
38. Every licensee shall ensure that no amusement ride operated by the licensee is operated where weather conditions make the operation of the amusement ride unsafe. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 38.
Operation and Use
39. Passenger carrying units of an amusement ride that are self-propelled and that are used on a track at the same time shall all be operated by the same type of power source. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 39. PART IV   GO-KARTS Kart Design
Kart Design
40. (1) Except as set out in subsections (2) and (3), the speed of every kart shall be inherently limited or governed so as not to exceed the maximum speed for which the track is designed. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 40 (1). (2) The speed of an adult kart shall be limited or governed so as not to exceed 45 kilometres per hour. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 40 (2). (3) The speed of a kiddie kart shall be limited or governed so as not to exceed 16 kilometres per hour. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 40 (3). (4) Where the design of a kart enables the readjustment of its speed to exceed the limits set out in this section, the means of adjusting the speed shall not be accessible to the user of the kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 40 (4).
Kart Design
41. The seat, back rest and leg area of every kart shall be so designed as to retain the driver inside the kart in the event of a collision at the front, rear or side of the kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 41.
Kart Design
42. Rotating, moving or hot engine parts of a kart that may constitute a hazard to an occupant of the kart shall be shielded to prevent burns to the occupant or the entanglement of the occupant’s hair, hands or clothing. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 42.
Kart Design
43. No more than one person shall occupy a kart at any one time unless the kart is equipped with a seat that is intended to seat two persons. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 43.
Kart Design
44. A kart shall have brakes that are so designed and adjusted as to enable a ninety kilogram driver to slow down and stop the kart from its maximum speed within a distance of twelve metres. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 44.
Kart Design
45. The brake and throttle controls on a kart shall, (a) be foot operated and readily recognizable as to function; and (b) return automatically to a non-operational position when released. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 45.
Kart Design
46. (1) The steering wheel and its hub and all exposed components on a kart that are located between the seat and the steering wheel shall be padded and designed so as to minimize the risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a collision or upset. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 46 (1). (2) A head rest or roll bar on a kart that protrudes above the seat back of the kart shall be padded. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 46 (2).
Kart Design
47. A kart shall be provided with impact absorbing bumpers or body parts on the front of the kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 47.
Kart Design
48. The wheels of a kart shall be so enclosed or guarded that the wheel of one kart cannot interlock with or ride over the wheels of another kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 48.
Kart Design
49. The fuel tank of a kart shall be so designed and mounted that it cannot get damaged if the kart rolls over. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 49. Go-Kart Track Design
Go-Kart Track Design
50. A go-kart track shall, (a) have a hard and smooth surface; (b) provide road grip sufficient to enable a kart to be driven safely at maximum speed and to stop within the stopping distance set out in section 45; and (c) be free of ruts, holes or bumps. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 50.
Go-Kart Track Design
51. White or yellow lines that are at least 100 millimetres in width shall be used to mark all inside and outside edges of a go-kart track except where barriers that are built in accordance with subsection 56 (4) are provided along the inside and outside edges of the entire go-kart track. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 51.
Go-Kart Track Design
52. Every go-kart track shall be closed at any time that the visibility on the track is less than fifty metres. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 52.
Go-Kart Track Design
53. (1) A go-kart track shall be equipped with ABC dry chemical fire extinguishers of 2.25 kilograms each in the locations referred to in subsection (2). R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 53 (1). (2) A fire extinguisher shall be located within seventy metres of every section of the go-kart track and at least one fire extinguisher shall be kept in the pit area. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 53 (2). (3) The location of each fire extinguisher shall be prominently marked and the fire extinguisher easily accessible. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 53 (3).
Go-Kart Track Design
54. Refueling of karts shall be carried out at a designated location that is remote from any area that is accessible to the public. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 54.
Go-Kart Track Design
55. (1) The shoulder of every go-kart track shall, (a) be level with the go-kart track or sloped towards or away from the go-kart track at a gradient that does not exceed a 1:12 ratio; and (b) have a smooth and firm surface up to at least ten metres from the edge of the go-kart track. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 55 (1). (2) Where barriers that are provided for a go-kart track are of a fixed type, the requirements of subsection (1) apply only to the area between the edge of the go-kart track and the barriers. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 55 (2). (3) Barriers shall be provided on every go-kart track, (a) along every outer edge of every go-kart track curve; (b) between the go-kart track and every obstruction or hazard that is located within ten metres from the go-kart track; and (c) along all non-access and non-egress edges of the pit area. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 55 (3). (4) Each barrier on a go-kart track shall, (a) be so constructed that a kart colliding with a barrier at maximum speed will, (i) safely come to a full stop, or (ii) be guided safely back to the proper part of the go-kart track; (b) be so designed as to prevent a kart from overturning or running over or under the barrier after its contact with the barrier; and (c) be constructed of materials that will not readily ignite. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 55 (4). (5) Where a barrier on a go-kart track is of a nonfixed type, the barrier shall be such that it will not encroach onto any section of the go-kart track or spectators’ area as a result of coming into contact with a kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 55 (5).
Go-Kart Track Design
56. (1) Every go-kart track shall be surrounded by a fence that is at least one metre in height in order to prevent persons not authorized by the operator from having access to the go-kart track. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 56 (1). (2) The requirements of subsection (1) may be met by natural barriers that provide the same degree of protection as the fence required under subsection (1). R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 56 (2). Operation and Use
Operation and Use
57. Only a person who is at least 1320 millimetres in height and who has a leg length that is sufficient to reach the brake and throttle controls from the driver’s seat shall be permitted to drive an adult kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 57.
Operation and Use
58. Only a person who does not exceed 1375 millimetres in height and who has a leg length sufficient to reach the brake and throttle controls from the driver’s seat shall be permitted to drive a kiddie kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 58.
Operation and Use
59. All karts that are operated simultaneously on a go-kart track shall have bumpers, body parts and wheels that are compatible. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 59.
Operation and Use
60. Adult karts and kiddie karts shall not be operated on the same track at the same time. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 60.
Operation and Use
61. No kart shall be operated on a go-kart track where the weather conditions are such that the requirements of clause 48 (b) cannot be satisfied. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 61.
Operation and Use
62. Every section of a go-kart track shall be monitored during its operation, either directly by operators or attendants or both or indirectly by visual and audio electronic means. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 62.
Operation and Use
63. A kart that is losing oil or fuel shall be immediately removed from the go-kart track. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 63.
Operation and Use
64. Only a person who is wearing a helmet that fits the person’s head and that meets the requirements of Regulation 610 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990 (Safety Helmets) shall be permitted to use a kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 64.
Operation and Use
65. (1) A person who has hair longer than shoulder length shall not be permitted to use a kart unless the person’s hair is tied up so as to make it shoulder length or shorter. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 65 (1). (2) A person who is smoking shall not be permitted to use a kart. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 65 (2). (3) A person who is wearing loose clothing so as to interfere with the safe operation of the kart shall not be permitted to use a kart unless the person’s clothing is safely secured. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 65 (3).
Operation and Use
66. Attendants shall ensure that persons who are using karts that are on the go-kart track do not leave their karts. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 20, s. 66.