Bill > A08517

This bill amends the New York labor law to establish new requirements for operators of amusement devices, mandating that such operators must be at least 16 years old and receive comprehensive training on both normal and emergency operating controls for the specific device they are managing. The legislation requires that trained operators must remain in the immediate vicinity of the main control panel during device operation, with no other individuals permitted to handle the controls during normal operation. Additionally, the bill prohibits an operator from being responsible for more than one amusement device simultaneously, though an exception is made for amusement devices specifically designed to be safely operated or controlled by passengers. The bill also explicitly states that its provisions will supersede any conflicting laws, rules, or regulations, including a specific New York Code of Rules and Regulations provision (12 NY CRR § 45-2.8). The new regulation aims to enhance safety standards and ensure proper supervision of amusement devices by establishing clear operational guidelines for their operators.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8517