Georgia Department of Labor - Press Release 
Georgia Department of 
Labor 
Suite 642  148 International Boulevard N.E. 
Atlanta, Georgia 30303-1751 (404)656-3032 
 
September 21, 1999 
 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
 
STATE LABOR DEPARTMENT TO INSPECT CARNIVAL RIDES IN MARIETTA 
 
FOR NORTH GEORGIA STATE FAIR ON THURSDAY 
 
ATLANTA -- State Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond said today that the Georgia Department of Labor will conduct detailed safety inspections of the rides that will be used in the North Georgia State Fair in Marietta. 
 
Under Georgia law, the labor department has the responsibility to inspect the mechanical and electrical components of all carnival rides. The inspections of the 10 rides will be held Thursday, Sept. 23, at the carnival site at 2245 Calloway Road in Marietta. The carnival will be held Thursday, Sept. 23, through Thursday, Sept. 30. Drew Expositions is the operator of the rides. 
 
"We want to do everything we can to make sure Marietta area residents will have a safe and enjoyable visit to the carnival," Thurmond said, "but carnival safety is a joint responsibility that also involves the carnival operators, as well as the riding public. While the labor department inspects the rides, the operators are responsible for maintaining and operating the rides properly. 
 
The public should follow the prescribed safety rules, and parents should accompany small children." 
 
There are certain proven safety practices that all riders should follow in order to have a safe outing at the carnival. The safety rules recommended by the Georgia Department of Labor are as follows: 
 
1. Remain seated in the ride at all times. 
 
2. Use the safety devices, such as seat belts, provided. 
 
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3. Follow all safety instructions. 
 
4. Always supervise small children. 
 
5. Walk, don't run on ride platforms. 
 
6. Remain behind protective fencing. 
 
7. Secure all loose articles before riding. 
 
8. Keep your hands and feet inside the seat. 
 
9. Never force your child or friends to ride. 
 
10. Wear the proper clothing, such as no open shoes. 
 
NEWS MEDIA NEEDING MORE INFORMATION MAY CALL (404) 656-3032. 
 
E-mail: communications@dol.state.ga.us. 
 
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An Equal Opportunity Employer 
 
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