Credit: Samuel Ramos, UnsplashA Disneyland cast member is facing suspension and potential termination after an incident involving a ride at the theme park. The employee, who shared their concerns on Reddit, admitted to being uncertain about whether they had manually advanced the attraction during an incident, leading to a safety concern with guests onboard.
Cast Member Fears for Job
In a now-viral Reddit post, the cast member revealed that they were working on an attraction when something went wrong, though they weren’t sure if they had inadvertently advanced the ride or if it moved on its own. The post reads:
“MIGHT GET TERMINATED FROM DISNEYLAND!!
Help!
Okay so there was an incident with guests on board, don’t really recall if I advanced the attraction or if it did it on its own. They suspended on a Saturday and I am scheduled to go back to work on Wednesday. In situations like that is it an immediate termination or will I get a safety if it was an accident. They said they would check the cameras and the apex monitor. PLEASE HELP!!🙏🏻 there’s been other cast members that have done worse and still stayed.”
MIGHT GET TERMINATED FROM DISNEYLAND!!
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The employee went on to explain that they were suspended while Disneyland management investigates the situation, and now they are wondering whether they will be terminated or if the incident will be considered an accident.
The cast member, who was initially suspended on a Saturday, is scheduled to return to work on Wednesday but remains uncertain about their fate. They mentioned that Disneyland had informed them the situation would be reviewed using camera footage and data from the attraction’s apex monitoring system.
Despite the cast member’s uncertainty, they expressed concern that the outcome might result in immediate termination, especially after hearing of other incidents where cast members had faced lesser consequences.
An Online Drama
While the post received a lot of attention, with Reddit users chiming in to offer advice, the broader conversation focuses on the complexities of working in a high-pressure environment like a theme park.
One commenter noted, “Accidents happen, and if this was a genuine mistake, you shouldn’t be penalized too harshly.” Others were quick to point out that Disney’s policies are clear when it comes to safety, and any breach of those protocols could result in severe consequences.
Disney’s reputation for ensuring guest safety is well-established, and cast members working on rides are expected to adhere to rigorous safety standards. Although the specifics of the incident are unclear, it is common for the park to review all available footage and data before determining if there was negligence.
If the cast member is found to have caused the issue intentionally, termination could follow. However, if it is deemed an accidental oversight, retraining or a safety warning could be more appropriate.
The situation has sparked debate about Disney’s disciplinary practices, especially as cast members often work in high-risk environments where safety is paramount. While this incident remains under investigation, the outcome could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future.
As the investigation unfolds, the cast member waits for clarity on whether their career at Disneyland will continue or if their mistake will cost them their position.