State Regulations

Overview

Devices Covered:

Includes go-karts, haunted houses, mechanical bulls, climbing walls, dry slides > 20′ high, alpine slides and toboggan slides, trams and motorized wagon rides, bungee jumps, inflatable devices used at public events, and obstacle courses. Excludes laser/paint ball war games (non-inflatable), live animal rides, mazes, paddle boats, and trampolines.

Inspection Program:

State officials inspect before the ride is initially put into operation in Illinois and at least once a year thereafter.

Investigative Authority:

If a fatality is related to a major breakdown, the Department initiates an investigation within 24 hours of initial notification.

Reporting Criteria:

Ride-related death or injury requiring medical treatment by a licensed physician.

Special Conditions

Waterslides are regulated by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Last Update

April 7, 2017