Cal/OSHA Issues Statement on Ohio Amusement Ride Accident: All Fire Ball Rides in California Have Been Voluntarily Shut Down

Cal/OSHA’s Amusement Ride and Tramway Unit contacted owners Wednesday evening after receiving notification of the accident in Ohio, asking that owners close the rides pending word from the manufacturers, KMG or Chance Morgan, Inc./ Chance Rides, Inc., or after a ride inspection by Cal/OSHA. All of the rides have been voluntarily shut down by the owners.

Fire Ball rides are located at six parks across the state, including:

Orange County Fair owned and operated by Ray Cammack Shows (portable ride)
Cal Expo State Fair owned and operated by Butler Amusements (portable ride)
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
California’s Great America in Santa Clara
Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park
Belmont Park in San Diego

Cal/OSHA protects and improves the safety of passengers riding on elevators, amusement rides, and tramways. Additional information on requirements for portable and permanent amusement rides in California, including inspection and issuance of permits, is detailed online.

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