Safety always comes first when riding amusement rides, says Kathryn Woodcock, a professor at Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada. She’s the director of the THRILL Lab (Tools for Holistic Ride Inspection Learning and Leadership) program where students study the application...
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Dan Guy Interview: Part One
Many aspiring engineers dream of designing roller coasters and thrill rides one day. Dan Guy is an engineer pursuing a career in the amusement park industry and, despite the fact that he’s still in school, he has had a number of...
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Are you a college student or recent college graduate pursuing a career in the amusement park industry? The Collegiate Amusement Park Association (CAPA) is a new forum for students and graduates involved in the amusement industry. The goal is for...
Continue reading...Coasters-101: Safety Standards
Welcome to another edition of Coasters-101. Today we are going to discuss amusement industry safety standards. Amusement parks entertain millions of visitors every year, giving countless numbers of safe rides. You’re much more likely to get hurt on your way...
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