Michigan Compiled Laws
Act 225 of 1966 - Carnival-Amusement Safety Act of 1966 (408.651 - 408.670)
Section 408.669 - Rider Safety Responsibilities; Signs.

Sec. 19.
(1) An operator shall display signs indicating the applicable rider safety responsibilities provided in section 18 and the location of stations to report injuries under section 20. The signs shall be located in all of the following locations:
(a) Each station for reporting an injury.
(b) Each first aid station.
(c) In addition to the locations described in subdivisions (A) and (B), the following locations:
(i) If there are not more than 4 entrances or exits for riders, at least 2 locations on the premises, including any entrance or exit most commonly used by riders.
(ii) If there are more than 4 entrances and exits for riders, at least 4 other locations on the premises, including the 4 entrances and exits most commonly used by riders.
(iii) At every carnival or amusement ride.
(2) In addition to the signs required under subsection (1), an operator shall post a sign at each carnival or amusement ride. The sign shall be prominently displayed at a conspicuous location, clearly visible to the public, and bold and legible in design. The sign shall include all of the following that apply:
(a) Operational instructions.
(b) Safety guidelines for riders.
(c) Restrictions on the use of the carnival or amusement ride.
(d) Behavior or activities that are prohibited.
(e) A legend that states: "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.".
History: Add. 2000 Act 346, Eff. Mar. 28, 2001

Structure Michigan Compiled Laws

Michigan Compiled Laws

Chapter 408 - Labor

Act 225 of 1966 - Carnival-Amusement Safety Act of 1966 (408.651 - 408.670)

Section 408.651 - Carnival-Amusement Safety Act of 1966; Short Title.

Section 408.652 - Definitions.

Section 408.653 - Repealed. 2014, Act 163, Imd. Eff. June 11, 2014.

Section 408.654 - Repealed. 2014, Act 163, Imd. Eff. June 11, 2014.

Section 408.655 - Repealed. 2014, Act 163, Imd. Eff. June 11, 2014.

Section 408.656 - Promulgation of Definitions, Codes, and Rules.

Section 408.657 - Director; Administration and Enforcement of Act, Codes, and Rules.

Section 408.658 - Fees.

Section 408.659 - Inspectors; Appointment, Qualifications.

Section 408.660 - Carnival-Amusement Ride; Operation; Permit Required; Application; Inspection; Minimum Age to Operate; Training Requirements.

Section 408.661 - Permit to Operate Carnival or Amusement Ride; Requirements.

Section 408.662 - Erection or Alteration of Ride; Notice of Intent, Plans, or Diagrams; Inspection.

Section 408.663 - Repealed. 2022, Act 97, Eff. Sept. 30, 2022.

Section 408.664 - Existing Carnival-Amusement Ride; Use.

Section 408.665 - Hardship Cases; Modification; Request, Written Authorization, Record.

Section 408.666 - Security Against Owner's or Operator's Liability for Injury Required; Insurance or Bond; Local Unit of Government as Self-Insurer.

Section 408.667 - Permit Suspensions; Violations; Civil Fine; Reinspection; Revocation; Injunctions; Letter of Warning; Violation of Act as Misdemeanor; Separate Offense; Exception.

Section 408.668 - Required Conduct of Rider; Requirements.

Section 408.669 - Rider Safety Responsibilities; Signs.

Section 408.669a - Copy of Manufacturer's Operating Instructions; Employee Training Record; Emergency Response Plan; Falsification of Training Record Is Misdemeanor.

Section 408.670 - Accident Report; Notice to Department; Removal From Service; Inspection.