New York S08480 mandates that amusement device operators must be at least 16 years old, trained in operating controls, and present near the main.

New York S08480 amends the labor law to establish new requirements for amusement device operators. Operators must be at least 16 years old and trained in the use and function of all normal and emergency operating controls, as well as the proper use of the amusement device. The operator must remain in the immediate vicinity of the main control panel during operation and is prohibited from operating more than one device at a time. This provision does not apply to devices designed to be operated or controlled safely by a passenger.

New York S08480 mandates that amusement device operators must be at least 16 years old, trained in operating controls, and present near the main.

New York S08480 amends the labor law to establish new requirements for amusement device operators. Operators must be at least 16 years old and trained in the use and function of all normal and emergency operating controls, as well as the proper use of the amusement device. The operator must remain in the immediate vicinity of the main control panel during operation and is prohibited from operating more than one device at a time. This provision does not apply to devices designed to be operated or controlled safely by a passenger.