‘I broke my jaw in half’: Accidents raise questions about funfair safety
Summary
A BBC Panorama investigation highlights safety concerns in the funfair and amusement park industry in England, Scotland, and Wales. Thousands of incidents, including serious accidents like Jade Harrison's at Hull Fair in 2019, have been reported over the last decade, leading to questions about ride inspections and safety regulations.Key Facts
- There were 3,188 reported injuries at funfairs and amusement parks in England, Scotland, and Wales from April 2014 to March 2024.
- In 2023/24 alone, 350 injuries were recorded.
- Jade Harrison was seriously injured in 2019 after being thrown from the Airmaxx 360 ride.
- She suffered extensive injuries, including a broken jaw and severe bruising.
- Jade received compensation from the ride's operators, who admitted responsibility for the accident.
- A previous fatality involving the same ride occurred in Australia in 2014.
- The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) found the ride's safety locks inadequate in both incidents.
- The company responsible for inspecting the Airmaxx 360, DMG Technical, has been linked to other accidents.
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