Virtual Section Meeting: NDT and the Amusement Park Industry: Safety and Service Life
Webinar
This webinar highlights how safety standards, regulations, and nondestructive testing impact the amusement park industry. Gain insights into ASTM F-24 standards, ride lifecycle inspections, and case studies that demonstrate lessons learned and best practices for extending ride service life.
Member: Free
Credit Info
- Contact Hours: 1
- IACET CEUs: N/A
- Valid for ASNT Level III recertification: Yes
Original air date: 14 April 2021
Course Overview
Amusement parks attract millions of visitors each year, and behind the excitement is a system of safety standards, inspections, and nondestructive testing. In this webinar, Ricky Morgan of FlawTech America explains the organizations and regulations that govern ride safety, the ASTM F24 standards that guide design and inspection, and the stages of a ride’s lifecycle from concept to daily operation. Using case studies from Disney, Universal, and other attractions, participants will see how inspection practices and nondestructive testing methods help prevent accidents and extend service life. The session will also cover lessons learned from major incidents and recent updates in inspection requirements, giving attendees practical knowledge to support safer and more reliable amusement rides.
Upon Completion, Learners Will Be Able To:
- Identify the key societies, trade organizations, and regulatory bodies that govern amusement park ride safety.
- Explain the role of ASTM F-24 standards and their impact on amusement ride design, manufacturing, operation, and inspection.
- Describe the phases of an amusement ride’s lifecycle (design, manufacturing, testing, operation) and the associated inspection and NDT requirements.
- Recognize common inspection challenges and lessons learned from real-world case studies, including incidents that influenced regulatory changes.
- Apply concepts of risk-based assessment and inspector qualification requirements to improve safety and extend service life of amusement park rides.
Meet the Speaker
Ricky Morgan
Ricky Morgan has over 32 years of NDT and inspection experience and currently serves as Vice President of FlawTech in Charlotte, NC. He holds ASNT NDT Level III certifications in MT, PT, and UT, and is a Certified Welding and Structural Steel Inspector. Ricky has worked on high-profile amusement park projects, including fabrication inspection for the Las Vegas High Roller. An ASNT Fellow and past President, he remains active in advancing industry standards and education.
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