Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.898 - Signs and safety warnings; requirements

Rule 98.

(1) An owner/operator shall display legible signs at all locations required in section 19(1) of the act, as follows:

(a) Signs shall be a minimum size of 18 inches by 24 inches, with the size of printed lettering in proportion to the size of the sign.

(b) Signs at park entrances and other locations defined in section 19(1) of the act shall have standard language to indicate rider responsibilities defined in section 18(1) and (2) of the act as follows:

THE FOLLOWING STATE LAW REQUIREMENTS WILL HELP TO ASSURE YOUR SAFETY.

PLEASE OBEY ALL POSTED SAFETY RULES AND ORAL INSTRUCTIONS FROM RIDE OPERATORS:

Avoid any action that may injure you or others.

Stay within the limits of your ability.

Use safety devices at all times.

Do not interfere with safety devices.

Do not disconnect or disable safety devices.

Do not touch the operator's controls.

Do not extend your arms or legs beyond the carrier or seating areas.

Do not throw or drop any object from or towards a ride.

Get off ride properly at the designated time and place.

Control the speed or direction of the ride or your body as instructed.

Do not interfere with safe operation of any ride.

Do not swing or bounce on rides unless instructed.

YOU MAY NOT GET ON A RIDE UNLESS:

You know how to get on, use, and get off the ride.

You have read, understood, and meet each ride's posted signs and safety requirements.

You know the limits of your ability and that the ride will not exceed your limits.

You are not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

You are authorized by the operator to get on the ride.

(2) Operators may customize wording on signs posted at individual carnival amusement rides, as required by section 19(2) of the act. Signs at individual rides shall include the specific instructions necessary for safe operation of the ride. The signs shall include all of the following categories of information:

(a) Operational instructions.

(b) Safety guidelines for riders.

(c) Restrictions on use of the ride.

(d) Behavior or activities which are prohibited.

(3) To comply with sections 18, 19, and 20 of the act, all signs shall include the following statement:

"State law requires riders to obey all warnings and directions for carnival or amusement rides, and behave in a manner that will not cause or contribute to the injury of themselves or others. Riders must report injuries prior to leaving the premises."

(4) The location for reporting injuries shall be listed in bold letters at the bottom of each sign.

Notes

Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.898

2003 AACS