A man’s death on a Six Flags roller coaster has renewed scrutiny of how amusement rides are regulated in the United States, where federal oversight is largely absent for fixed rides.
01Summary
- 01Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, was thrown from the Goliath coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday and died after striking other patrons and landing below the ride.
- 02Six Flags temporarily closed nine similar coasters across North America, saying it was acting out of an abundance of caution.
- 03In the U.S., stationary amusement park rides are regulated by states rather than the federal government, creating what critics call a patchwork of rules.
- 04U.S. Senator Ed Markey has repeatedly sought legislation to let the Consumer Product Safety Commission oversee fixed rides at major parks.
- 05Georgia’s Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner says it is conducting an in-depth and comprehensive review of the incident.
02Why it matters
The case could affect how amusement parks are inspected and who is responsible for ride safety. Any rule change may also shape operating costs and public confidence in large theme parks.
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