1. (a) The ride operator shall be a competent and trained operator of sufficient age and maturity.
2. (b) The ride operator shall operate no more than one amusement ride, device, or attraction at any given time, even if automatic timing devices are used to control the time cycle of the ride.
3. (c) The ride operator shall be trained in the proper use and operation of the ride/device as provided for in ASTM F770-88 and ASTM F853-91.
4. (d) The ride operator shall ensure that all passenger safety devices are in place around ride participants before starting the ride/device.
5. (e) The ride operator shall be within arm's length of the operating controls when the ride or device is in motion.
6. (f) The ride operator shall not operate any ride or device while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medicines that will affect his/her performance.
7. (g) The operator shall ensure that no one is permitted on a ride while carrying any article, i.e., food, beverages, packages, lighted cigarettes, etc., which could endanger the rider, other patrons, or spectators.
8. (h) Adequate fencing or barriers must be provided for the protection of spectators and riders from the action of the ride or device and its associated power units. In the case of aerial rides or swings, these barriers must provide a safe distance from the outermost arc of such swing or aerial ride.
9. (i) Any amusement ride or device or its power unit shall be so located to prevent a fire hazard to adjacent buildings, exhibits, structures, other amusement rides or devices. In the case of rides or devices using gasoline engines, storage of gasoline must be in approved safety containers, and so located to prevent a safety hazard. Gasoline engines shall be so located to have adequate ventilation for exhaust and fumes ventilation.
10. (j) All electrical wires leading to and from a ride or device shall be protected and insulated to prevent shock hazard. All electrical equipment shall be properly grounded with ground fault circuit interrupters if warranted. All electrical junction boxes shall be properly identified as such and be locked or sealed against public access. All wiring shall conform to manufacturer's and electrical code practices.
11. (k) Any ride or device requiring patron restraint shall be equipped with lap bars, seat belts, roll bars, shoulder straps, or other safety restraints as appropriate. Height and weight, age, or health restrictions may be required on any ride or device by the inspector or the ride owner/operator.
12. (l) A suitable fire extinguisher meeting the standards of state fire officials shall be present on or nearby every ride or device and must be properly charged and operable at all times. Water rides that present no fire hazard will not require a fire extinguisher.

Source Note:The provisions of this §5.9011 adopted to be effective September 29, 1993, 18 TexReg 6315.