The critical problem was that the harness was not able to be fully rotated into a completely ‘down’ position. That caused there to be a large gap between the top of the seat and the bottom of the harness.
The attendant should have seen that problem and not rely solely on the ‘green light’. Probably poor training.
a secondary seat belt would have prevented this tragedy. But that would have added more time to each cycle. Safety should have been top priority for a ride of his magnitude!
If the seat on the ride is for a larger person how much would it cost to have them a different color or marked with a symbol? Certainly a lot less than a lawsuit!!
Comments for ICON Park Investigation Reveals Seats Were Altered Before Incident, Park Offered No Warnings
R B
Please look up what in lieu of really means before using it again.
Thank you
Kt
Yeah. I think he meant to say “in light of”
idrive orlando
So sad
Jay Kosta
The critical problem was that the harness was not able to be fully rotated into a completely ‘down’ position. That caused there to be a large gap between the top of the seat and the bottom of the harness.
The attendant should have seen that problem and not rely solely on the ‘green light’. Probably poor training.
Tom
Actually the system should not have allowed a green light- it’s a manufacturer flaw. Period.
Jay Kosta
Or there was a local modification made to allow larger riders that caused it.
Amanda
He weighed around 325, not 380.
Tom
The Dollywood ride is NOT the same. It’s similar but has major differences.
Sparky 1515
a secondary seat belt would have prevented this tragedy. But that would have added more time to each cycle. Safety should have been top priority for a ride of his magnitude!
Phil
If the seat on the ride is for a larger person how much would it cost to have them a different color or marked with a symbol? Certainly a lot less than a lawsuit!!
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