Unsecured Rider Falls Seven Feet After Ride Was Started Prematurely

Location: Port Hardy

Regulated industry sector: Amusement Devices - Amusement Ride

Incident overview

An intoxicated rider fell approximately seven feet from an amusement ride when the operator activated the ride before both passengers had exited and the car door was open, resulting in serious injuries. Contributing factors included a lack of communication protocols between attendants and the operator, insufficient training, and absence of restraint interlocks on the older ride. The incident highlighted critical safety gaps in operations, supervision, and enforcement of rules prohibiting intoxicated riders.