Change Management: Modifications of Amusement Rides and Devices

Description

This white paper is intended to assist Attraction Owner/Operator/Controllers, Designer/Engineers, Manufacturers, Inspection Bodies and any other involved parties in understanding when modifications to amusement rides and devices are considered safety-related/critical and also includes examples of modifications. The requirements of the relevant industry standards (e.g. EN 13814, ISO 17842, ASTM F24) which should be observed when modifications to amusement rides/devices are performed is also reviewed. Modifications is an important part of the attraction safety life cycle and proper handling of the process ensures attractions stay safe after modification.

Authors:
Marcus Brian, Universal Verification, UK (Task Force Chair)
Daniel Almer, SafetyExpert GmbH, Switzerland
Frank Bersch, Efteling, Netherlands
Jelle Lens Bobbejaanland, Belgium
Pierre Chanet, Looping-Group, France
Roland Eijkelenbergh, Vekoma Rides, Netherlands
Isidora Diaz Heredia, Parques Reunidos, Spain
Philipp Geering, ADVANTIS, Switzerland
Pat Idzikowski,TÜV SÜD, Germany.
Nicola Maisuria, Merlin Entertainments, UK
Joachim Roettger, Mack Rides, Germany
Linda Freeman, IAAPA, United States