Section SPS 334.26 - Special controlsWhen the operator of an amusement ride cannot clearly see all loading and unloading areas, special devices or special procedures shall be provided in accordance with one of the following:
(1) Class 1 amusement rides that have loading or unloading areas which cannot be clearly seen by the operator shall be equipped with a bell or similar audible warning device. The warning device shall be sounded prior to each operation. Note: An example of this type of ride is a merry-go-round.
(2) Class 2 amusement rides that have loading or unloading areas which cannot be clearly seen by the operator shall be equipped with mirrors or other devices which provide the operator with full visibility of all such areas.(3) Class 2 amusement rides that have loading or unloading areas which cannot be clearly seen by the operator shall be operated only when an authorized attendant is stationed so that all loading and unloading areas are visible to the attendant. When an attendant is required, communication with the operator shall be made when it is safe to start the amusement ride. A control interlock, such as a kill switch, shall be provided for the attendant to stop the amusement ride in case of an emergency. The attendant shall be at least 18 years old.Wis. Admin. Code Department of Safety and Professional Services SPS 334.26
Cr. Register, February, 1992, No. 434, eff. 3-1-92; CR 02-127: am. (2) (b) and (3) Register May 2003 No. 569, eff. 6-1-03; CR 08-054: r. and recr. Register December 2008 No. 636, eff. 1-1-09. Examples of this type of ride are himalaya-type rides and flying bobs.