Bill > S08480

This bill amends the New York labor law to establish new requirements for amusement device operators, mandating that they be at least 16 years old and receive comprehensive training on both normal and emergency operating controls. The legislation specifies that operators must remain in the immediate vicinity of the main control panel during device operation and are prohibited from simultaneously operating more than one amusement device. The bill includes an important exception for amusement devices that are designed to be safely controlled by passengers. The new regulation will take precedence over any conflicting existing laws, rules, or regulations, including a specific New York Code of Rules and Regulations section (12 NY CRR § 45-2.8). By setting these standards, the bill aims to enhance safety and ensure proper operation of amusement devices, with the law taking effect immediately upon passage.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8480