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A Compliance Standard is a list of high-risk non-compliances used by Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) inspectors during periodic inspections. The Go-Kart Compliance Standard seeks to enhance the safety of go-karts across Ontario by focusing the efforts of TSSA and regulated parties on addressing high-risk non-compliances promptly.
The Go-Kart Compliance Standard identifies high-risk non-compliances that pose significant risks to safety. If high-risk non-compliances are found during a periodic inspection, TSSA will issue an order(s) and conduct a follow-up inspection to verify compliance. If compliance is not confirmed, the impacted equipment or plant will be shut down.
Other non-compliances, categorized as safety tasks (low- and medium-risk non-compliances), will be noted on the inspection report. TSSA will not conduct a follow-up inspection if only safety tasks are found during a periodic inspection.
No. | Go-Kart Compliance Standard Orders | Time to Comply (Rectify/Shut Down) |
1 | Ensure that the business licence of operating an amusement device is current. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
2 | Ensure the technical dossier is consistent with the ride and available for the inspector. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
3 | Ensure that all manufacturer’s safety bulletins are fully implemented and documented in the logbook. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
4 | Ensure that any major alteration to an amusement ride shall be submitted to the Director. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
5 | Ensure that any minor alteration to an amusement ride shall be submitted to the Director. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
6 | Ensure that log books are up-to-date including maintenance, operation and inspection programs. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
7 | Ensure that records of training for operators and attendants on amusement devices are kept in the log book. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
8 | Ensure that all NDT requirements are completed for all welding repairs. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
9 | Ensure Aging Rides (Corrosion) reports are current and kept in the logout. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
10 | Ensure that all major repairs shall be completed in an approved manner and documented in log books. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
11 | Ensure that concession go-kart track attendants are positioned so that they can observe go-kart operations and reach any section of the concession go-kart track. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
12 | Ensure all amusement device clearances are met. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
13 | Ensure that there are means to measure rider weight and/or height at the ride. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
14 | Ensure that all structural weldments and their repairs comply with this section. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
15 | Ensure all critical threaded fasteners meet accepted engineering standards and the grade shall be identified where appropriate. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
16 | Ensure that all fasteners/R-keys/pins are in place in an approved manner. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
17 | Ensure replacement part of the amusement device at least equivalent in strength and function to the original part supplied by the manufacturer. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
18 | Ensure that all electrical equipment is approved. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
19 | Ensure that all electrical equipment shall be guarded. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
20 | Ensure that all electrical equipment is grounded/bonded. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
21 | Ensure that the emergency stop switches are fail safe and of the manual reset type. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
22 | Ensure that track’s containment system is safe, complies with the technical dossier and manufacturer's specifications. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
23 | Ensure that the track is equipped with appropriate fire extinguishers which can be easily identified and properly maintained. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
24 | Ensure that the containment system on a go-kart track prevents a kart from overturning or running over or under the barrier after its contact with the barrier. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
25 | Ensure the PCU surface is smooth and free of any sharp edges. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
26 | Eliminate any pinch hazard in the PCU. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
27 | Replace/repair all the damaged padding in the PCU. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
28 | Replace the worn or broken seat belt. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
29 | Ensure that fuel tank is designed and installed to be protected from damage. | 14 Day (Rectify) |
30 | Ensure that if a kart is leaking fluids, it shall be immediately taken out of use. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
31 | Ensure that protective covers are installed/repaired/replaced to prevent injury. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
32 | Ensure the brake and throttle controls on a kart return automatically to a non-operational position when released. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |
33 | Ensure that the Karts have brakes to enable it to slow down and stop the kart when travelling its maximum speed, within twelve metres. | 0 Day (Shut Down) |