1、Designation: F 2374 07aStandard Practice forDesign, Manufacture, Operation, and Maintenance ofInflatable Amusement Devices1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 2374; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision,
2、the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This practice covers the design, manufacture, and op-eration of inflatable amusement devices and their as
3、sociatedoperating environments.1.2 This practice specifically excludes inflatable devicesthat are used for professional exhibition or stunt work; safetyand rescue activities; aerial or aviation structures or devices;exhibit floats; or similar inflatable devices.1.3 This standard does not purport to
4、address all of thesafety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F 747 Term
5、inology Relating to Amusement Rides and De-vicesF 770 Practice for Ownership and Operation of AmusementRides and DevicesF 1159 Practice for Design and Manufacture of PatronDirected, Artificial Climbing Walls, Dry Slide, Coin Oper-ated and Purposeful Water Immersion Amusement Ridesand Devices and Air
6、-Supported StructuresF 1193 Practice for Quality, Manufacture, and Constructionof Amusement Rides and Devices3. Terminology3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:3.1.1 inflatable amusement device, nan amusement rideor device, as defined by Terminology F 747, consisting ofair-filled struc
7、tures designed for use, as specified by themanufacturer, that may include but not be limited to bounce,climb, slide, or interactive play. They are made of flexiblefabric, kept inflated by continuous air flow by one or moreblowers, and rely upon air pressure to maintain their shape.3.1.1.1 Discussion
8、This definition specifically excludessimilar inflatable devices that are used for professional exhi-bition or stunt work, safety, and rescue activities, aerial oraviation structures or devices, exhibit floats, or similar inflat-able devices.3.1.2 operator/attendant, nthe person who has been prop-erl
9、y trained and designated by the owner to direct the operationof the inflatable device.3.1.3 owner/operator, nthe person or organization havingoverall control and responsibility for the maintenance, setup,and operation of the inflatable device.3.1.4 user, na participant in the use of the inflatablede
10、vice as defined by the manufacturer.4. Significance and Use4.1 The purpose of this practice is to delineate informationregarding the design, manufacture, installation, operation, andmaintenance of inflatable amusement devices.5. Inflatable Amusement Device Design and Manufacture5.1 Inflatable amusem
11、ent device manufacturers shall iden-tify the specified use of each inflatable device to the ownerprior to or at the time of sale.5.2 Inflatable amusement device manufacturers shall pro-vide specifications, setup, maintenance, and repair instructionsto the original purchaser in accordance with Practi
12、ce F 1193and shall include, but may not be limited to, the followingtopics:5.2.1 Signage, setup, takedown, and storage specificationsand procedures.5.2.2 Inflation pressure(s).5.2.3 Specifications for number of blowers and requiredrated capacity.5.2.4 Requirements for environmental conditions that i
13、n-clude, but are not limited to, location, surface material, andweather conditions.5.2.5 Maximum capacity by weight or number of users.1This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F24 on AmusementRides and Devices and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F24.60 onSpecial Rides/
14、Attractions.Current edition approved June 1, 2007. Published June 2007. Originallyapproved in 2004. Last previous edition approved in 2007 as F 2374 07.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTMSta
15、ndards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.1Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.5.2.6 Service and adjustment procedures for all componentsof the inflatable device.5.2.7 Conta
16、ct information to be used by the owner, operator,or attendant to secure maintenance or operating assistance fromthe manufacturer.5.2.8 Daily, weekly, monthly or other periodic minimumservice and component checklists.5.2.9 User height, weight, age, and other physical require-ments or restrictions.5.2
17、.10 The inappropriate attire worn by users.5.2.11 The minimum number of operators and attendants foreach inflatable amusement device to control ingress/egress andoperations.5.3 Inflatable devices shall be designed and manufactured inaccordance with Practices F 1159 and F 1193, and shall in-clude, bu
18、t may not be limited to:5.3.1 There shall be no sharp exterior or interior angles oredges, parts, or ancillary equipment accessible to users whichwill cause injury if contact is made with them.5.3.2 There shall be no entrapment points.5.3.3 The outside walls shall be designed to contain userswhen op
19、erated in accordance with manufacturers specifieduse.5.3.4 The design shall be sufficient to allow for evacuationin the event of deflation.5.3.4.1 The design shall provide for when the inflation airsupply is interrupted. Deflation shall be prevented or mini-mized by, but not limited to, the use of a
20、 non-return valve orflap fitted to the blower or inflatable device, and by placing theinflation tube to the lowest part of the structure.5.4 Inflatable amusement devices shall be provided with ananchorage system to prevent unplanned displacement duringoperation.5.4.1 The manufacturer shall specify t
21、he number andstrength(s) of anchorage points, which adequately take intoaccount calculations for likely or appropriate specified windloading conditions or restrictions.5.4.2 The manufacturer of inflatable amusement devicesshall specify maximum wind speeds and the type of anchorage.5.4.3 Anchoring sy
22、stems for inflatable amusement devicesshall be fixed stationary objects, installed or weighted inaccordance with the manufacturers recommendations.5.4.4 Anchorage points installed near an entrance and exitof an inflatable amusement ride shall be connected in such amanner as to minimize the potential
23、 for tripping, abrasions, orother injuries.5.5 Inflatable amusement devices shall be manufacturedfrom flexible materials, which have tear and burst strength andsufficient air retention to perform according to ASTM specifi-cations. The manufacturing criteria for inflatable amusementdevices shall incl
24、ude, but may not be limited to the following:5.5.1 Inflatable amusement devices shall be of a materialthat is flame-resistant in accordance with Practice F 1159 andmeets local, state, or federal fire safety standards.5.5.2 Where zips or zippers are used as emergency exits ininflatable amusement devi
25、ces they shall be reliable, easy to use,and capable of being opened from both sides.5.6 Blowers shall comply with Practice F 1159.5.6.1 Blowers and inflation tubes shall be positioned so thatthey will not impede the ingress/egress of the device.5.7 Inflatable amusement devices, which are designed an
26、dmanufactured to be operated as totally enclosed deviceswithout clear visibility of the surrounding exterior areas, shallprovide exits that meet all local, state, or federal requirementsas applicable to inflatable amusement devices.6. Inflatable Amusement Device Operations6.1 Inflatable amusement de
27、vice owners and operators shallreview the manufacturers specifications, maintenance, andrepair instructions in accordance with Practice F 1193, andshall operate the inflatable device(s) in regard to the followingtopics which include, but may not be limited to:6.1.1 Setup, takedown, and storage speci
28、fications and pro-cedures.6.1.2 The manufacturers specifications for inflation.6.1.3 Specifications for number of blowers and requiredrated capacity.6.1.4 Requirements for environmental conditions that in-clude, but are not limited to, location, surface material, andweather conditions.6.1.5 Maximum
29、capacity by weight or number of users.6.1.6 Service and adjustment procedures for all componentsof the inflatable device.6.1.7 Daily, weekly, monthly, or other periodic minimumservice and component checklists.6.1.8 User height, weight, age, and other physical require-ments or restrictions.6.1.9 The
30、inappropriate attire worn by users.6.1.10 The minimum number of operator(s) and attendant(s)for each inflatable amusement device with controlled ingress/egress and use.6.1.11 Inflatable amusement devices should not be usedwhen the wind is in excess of the maximum wind speedspecified by the manufactu
31、rer.6.1.11.1 In the event that the manufacturer of the inflatableamusement device has not specified a maximum allowablewind speed for operations, the maximum wind speed foroperations of inflatable amusement devices shall be 25 mph.6.2 The operator of inflatable amusement devices shalloperate the dev
32、ice away from hazards in accordance withPractice F 770.6.3 The operator of an inflatable amusement device shallprovide a protective ground cover for the inflatable devicewhere appropriate in accordance with manufacturers specifi-cations.6.3.1 The operator of an inflatable amusement device shallancho
33、r and secure the device in accordance with the manufac-turers specifications and recommendations.6.3.2 Operational automotive equipment or other transpor-tation devices shall not be used as anchorage for inflatableamusement devices.6.3.3 The operator of an inflatable amusement device shallprovide ap
34、propriate barriers surrounding the device to managecrowds and in accordance with local, state, or federal laws.F 2374 07a26.3.4 Any landing surface surrounding an inflatable amuse-ment device shall be covered by adequate landing material,including, but not limited to, gym mats or the equivalentmater
35、ial.6.4 The operators of inflatable amusement devices shallprovide the appropriate number of attendants, according to aminimum specified by the manufacturer, to effectively manageand monitor activities on the inflatable device during opera-tions.6.4.1 In deciding how many attendants are required, th
36、eoperator shall consider factors including but not limited to thefollowing:6.4.1.1 The manufacturers recommendations or require-ments.6.4.1.2 The number of users using the device.6.4.1.3 The age of users using the device.6.4.1.4 The environment in which the inflatable device isused.6.5 The method of
37、 operation established by the owner/operator/renter shall verify that users are admitted to theinflatable device in a controlled manner, including, but notlimited to, the following criteria:6.5.1 Require that users remove inappropriate attire, includ-ing hard, sharp, or dangerous objects (such as bu
38、ckles, pens,purses, badges, and so forth).6.5.2 Users shall not be allowed to obstruct the entrance orexit of any inflatable device.6.5.3 Users shall not be allowed to play on the step or frontapron of an inflatable device.6.5.4 Users shall not be allowed to climb or hang on thewalls of an inflatabl
39、e device unless the device is designed forthat purpose.6.5.5 Users shall be required to conform with or meetheight, weight, or age restrictions to use or participate in theinflatable device activity or operations.6.5.6 The entrance and exit shall be kept clear of onlookersor others so that the opera
40、tor and attendant have a clear viewand can verify that users are able to enter and exit safely.6.5.7 No users shall be allowed on the inflatable deviceduring inflation or deflation. Deflation shall be performed onlywhen the inflatable device is not in operation.6.5.8 Bodily contact, flips, or drop k
41、icks by users shall notbe allowed on an inflatable device per manufacturers specifi-cations.6.6 The operator and attendants shall monitor activity on theinflatable devices at all times during operations.6.6.1 Operators and attendants shall incorporate the use ofwhistles or other devices or signal eq
42、uipment and take appro-priate action at the first sign of misbehavior or violation ofposted rules.6.7 Operators and attendants shall verify that the inflatabledevice is not overloaded with users in accordance withmanufacturers specifications.6.8 The owner of the inflatable device shall verify anddoc
43、ument that operators receive training in accordance withPractice F 770.6.9 Patron responsibility shall be in accordance with Prac-tice F 770.7. Inflatable Amusement Device Maintenance7.1 Inflatable devices shall be maintained in accordancewith manufacturers recommendations, requirements, and in-stru
44、ctions contained in the owners operations manual.7.2 Details of all maintenance work performed on theinflatable device shall be documented in accordance withPractice F 770.7.3 Daily inspections shall be performed in accordance withthe inflatable device manufacturers recommendations andrequirements a
45、nd Practice F 770, including, but not limited to:7.3.1 Inspection of the site condition to verify that it meetsthe manufacturers recommendations.7.3.2 Inspection to verify that appropriate crowd controlmeasures and barriers are in place.7.3.3 Anchoring systems are intact, and ropes are not wornor ch
46、afed.7.3.4 Anchor systems secure the inflatable device.7.3.5 There are no significant holes or rips in the fabric orseams.7.3.6 The correct blower(s) specified for the device is beingused and the air pressure is within the manufacturers specifi-cation for operation.7.3.7 There are no exposed electri
47、cal contacts.7.3.7.1 The insulation on all of the electrical cables is ingood condition.7.3.7.2 Electrical plugs, sockets, and switches are not dam-aged and are properly grounded.7.3.7.3 No utility lines are located within 20 ft of the devicein all directions.7.3.8 The bolts and screws of the blower
48、 are properlysecured and appropriate guards are secured over the air inletand outlet.7.3.9 The blower inflation tube is in good condition and isfirmly fixed to the blower.7.3.10 The blower is positioned correctly, adequately pro-tected or guarded and does not present a tripping hazard inaccordance w
49、ith Practice F 1159.8. Keywords8.1 anchoring systems; blowers; deflation; design; inflatableamusement devices; inflation tubes; maintenance; operationF 2374 07a3ASTM International takes no position respecting the validity of any patent rights asserted in connection with any item mentionedin this standard. Users of this standard are expressly advised that determination of the validity of any such patent rights, and the riskof infringement of such rights, are entirely their own responsibility.This standard is subject to revision at any time by the responsible techn
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