support for critical issues, and drive positive change. Your participation and engagement in these campaigns are vital to our success, as together we can make a stronger impact.
Call to Action: Share advocacy efforts using our social media platforms to hit a larger population than we ever can through traditional communication platforms.
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In conclusion, social media is not only an enabler but a cornerstone of our strategy to achieve the OABA’s mission
and vision. We highly encourage you to actively engage with our social media channels, share your experiences,
and participate in your regular course of business. Your involvement is crucial in driving engagement and advocacy, which can also lead to more education and public awareness, ensuring the continued growth and success of the outdoor amusement industry. If you have any suggestions or requests for our social media content, please contact Sue Gallup directly at
sueg@oaba.org or message any of our social media platforms.
The Power of Risk Assessments
Ty Vanderstappen NAARSO Social Media Committee Chairperson
From the tallest roller coasters to the gentlest merry-go-rounds, ensuring the safety of riders and staff is a complex and critical task. Central to this effort is the practice of conducting
thorough risk assessments. This process helps identify potential hazards and outlines how they are mitigated, ensuring a robust safety management system. A risk assessment is a documented process used to identify hazards and evaluate the risk associated with them. This involves examining every aspect of amusement ride operations to uncover hazards that could lead to accidents or equipment damage. Examples or working from heights, weather events such as lightning or snow affecting the ride and team members, customers and team members entering the ride envelope, equipment and team members being exposed to heat or cold, and inspecting electrical equipment. It is important to consider who might be harmed, both in terms of team members, customers, 3rd party inspectors, as well as equipment. The next step is to analyze each risk and determine its
likelihood and severity of harm. This involves using a risk assessment matrix, which helps categorize risks into different risks that could foreseeably happen and that control measures the Midwest United States are foreseeable risks vs a plane crash. is to reduce the impact of those hazards through control measures to mitigate their severity and/or likelihood. Examples include following Lockout/Tagout, providing shelter to signage, and securing entrances to the ride envelope through locks and sensors.
Once control measures are in place, it is important to understand that those involved in completing tasks or working in an amusement ride need to be provided the risk assessment and understand them. This ensures they understand the why which improves compliance. Risk assessments are a powerful tool to improve safety
at work, but they are not a one-time task. These should be reviewed at a regular interval, such as once a year, or updated whenever there are changes to the risks, equipment, or processes. By identifying and addressing potential hazards, and investing in control measures, operators can protect their business and provide a safe, enjoyable experience for all.
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