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Current as of January 01, 2023 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
A rider shall not enter or attempt to enter a carnival or amusement ride unless the rider, or his parent or guardian on a rider's behalf, reasonably determines that, at a minimum:
(1) The rider has sufficient knowledge to use, enter, or exit the carnival or amusement ride safely without instruction or has requested and received, before entering the carnival or amusement ride, sufficient information to enter, use, or exit the ride safely.
(2) The rider has located, reviewed, and understood any signs in the vicinity of the carnival or amusement ride and has satisfied any posted height or other restrictions.
(3) The rider knows the range and limits of his ability and knows the requirements of the carnival or amusement ride will not exceed those limits.
(4) The rider is not under influence of alcohol or any drug that affects his ability to safely use the carnival or amusement ride or obey the posted rules or oral instructions.
(5) The rider is authorized by the owner's authorized agent or employee to enter the carnival or amusement ride.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 40, § 1485.5. Rider qualifications - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/la/revised-statutes/la-rev-stat-tit-40-sect-1485-5/
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