The bill aims to enhance safety regulations for amusement rides in Montana by mandating annual inspections by qualified inspectors and defining the roles and responsibilities of operators and passengers. It stipulates that all amusement rides must be inspected at least once every 12 months, and operators cannot operate rides without a valid inspection certificate. The bill introduces the definition of a "qualified inspector," who must be independent of the operator and possess specific certifications. Additionally, it requires operators to maintain liability insurance with minimum coverage amounts and conduct daily pre-opening inspections of rides.

Furthermore, the bill expands passenger responsibilities, emphasizing compliance with safety instructions and prohibitions to prevent injuries. It includes provisions for reporting injuries and mandates that operators investigate serious injuries or illnesses with the assistance of a qualified inspector. Notably, the bill inserts language requiring operators to maintain minimum safety standards and outlines the consequences for passengers who violate safety rules. Overall, the legislation seeks to improve public safety and accountability in the operation of amusement rides.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_1(1): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_1(2): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_1(3): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_1(4): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_1(5): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_1(6): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_1(7): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_1: 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(1): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(2): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(3): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(4): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(5): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(6): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(7): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(8): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2(9): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_2: 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_3: 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_X(1): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_X(2): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_X(3): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_X(4): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_X(5): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_X(6): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_X(7): 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745
SB0110_X: 27-1-741, 27-1-742, 27-1-743, 27-1-744, 27-1-745