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This section describes some of the common risk factors for injury on amusement rides and devices. It is not an exhaustive list. For more information, including statistical summaries of accident data collected from government agencies, visit the Trends By Ride Type and Trends By Accident Type pages.
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Child Safety Low Rider Height Limits Rides May Lack Child Restraints Young Kids Riding Without an Adult |
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| Issues of Size, Fit, Motion Size Mismatch Between Patron and Ride Fast Cars and Wild Rides Safety Issues Related to Acceleration |
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| Patron Choices, Health, and Behavior Ride Intensity Risk Factors Related to Health and Aging Riders With Disabilities Patron Daze, Wiggle Worms, and Horseplay |
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| Operational Issues: Equipment Failure Operators & Attendants |
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| By Ride Type Patron-Directed Rides Inflatables Funhouse Hazards |
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