Amusement Device Types

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Trampoline Park Trampolines

Trampoline park trampolines are interconnected jumping surfaces typically arranged in courts and surrounded by padding, angled walls, or containment systems such as netting. These systems use a flexible bed supported by springs or elastic elements to allow patrons to jump and rebound.
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Inflatable Play Structures

Inflatable play structures are air-filled amusement devices made from flexible materials such as PVC or vinyl, designed to maintain their shape through continuous air pressure from a blower system. These structures include bounce houses, slides, and obstacle courses, providing cushioned surfaces for jumping, climbing, and sliding. They are widely used in both indoor and outdoor settings for recreational play.
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Mechanical Bull

A mechanical bull is a motorized amusement device designed to simulate the motion of riding a live bull. The device consists of a padded bull-shaped body mounted on a mechanical base that produces variable spinning, bucking, and tilting movements. It is typically surrounded by an inflatable or padded surface to reduce injury risk during falls.
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Euro Bungee

A Euro Bungee, also known as a bungee trampoline, combines a trampoline with a harness and elastic cords attached to overhead support structures. The system allows participants to jump higher than a traditional trampoline by providing upward assistance through tensioned bungee cords, enabling flips and aerial maneuvers while remaining secured in a harness.
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Trackless Train

A trackless train is a wheeled amusement ride designed to resemble a traditional locomotive and passenger cars but operates without fixed rails. It is powered by an electric or combustion motor and travels along designated paths in parks, malls, or amusement areas, transporting passengers in a controlled and guided manner.
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Zip Lines

Zip lines are amusement devices consisting of a sloped cable or wire suspended between two points, along which a rider travels while secured in a harness or seat. The rider moves from a higher elevation to a lower one using gravity, typically controlled by braking systems or operator assistance at the landing platform.
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About Lance Miller

Lance Miller is the President of Miller Safety Inspections & Consulting, Inc., a professional safety consulting firm specializing in the inspection, evaluation, and risk analysis of amusement devices and recreational attractions. With more than 25 years of experience in the amusement and attractions industry, Mr. Miller provides safety inspections, operational evaluations, incident analysis, and consulting services for a wide range of amusement devices and facilities.

Mr. Miller’s areas of expertise include the inspection and safety evaluation of trampoline parks, inflatable amusement devices, airbags, foam pits, go-karts, rock walls, zip lines, ropes courses, trackless trains, bounce houses, obstacle courses, mechanical bulls, stunt jumps, inflatable slides, dry slides, and a wide variety of other amusement rides and recreational attractions. His work focuses on identifying hazards, evaluating operational practices, and applying recognized industry standards and regulatory requirements to improve safety and risk management.

Mr. Miller holds multiple professional certifications in amusement ride inspection and operations, including AIMS International Certified Ride Inspector Level II, NAARSO Certified Amusement Ride Safety Inspector Level II, ACCT Professional Inspector, AIMS International Certified Operations Technician Level II, and AIMS International Certified Adventure Attractions Inspector. These certifications reflect advanced training in the inspection, operation, and safety evaluation of amusement rides and adventure attractions.

Mr. Miller is an active member of ASTM F24 (amusement devices), F15, and F08.

In addition to his consulting work, Mr. Miller serves as an instructor for several industry organizations, including AIMS International, NAARSO, the Pennsylvania Amusement Ride Safety Seminar, and the Inflatable Operators Association, where he teaches courses on amusement ride safety, inspection practices, operational risk management, and industry standards to inspectors, regulators, and industry professionals throughout the United States.

Mr. Miller began his career serving as a firefighter in the United States Air Force, where he developed a strong foundation in emergency response, hazard recognition, and public safety. This experience continues to influence his practical and safety-focused approach to amusement device inspections, safety evaluations, and incident analysis. He is a disabled veteran from his time in the Air Force.

He holds a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from Denver Theological Seminary, a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Colorado Christian University, and an Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science Technology from Red Rocks Community College.

Through his work at Miller Safety Inspections & Consulting, Mr. Miller assists facility operators, regulators, insurance carriers, and legal professionals in understanding the safety requirements and operational risks associated with amusement attractions, with the goal of improving safety and preventing injuries.

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