Expert Details
Amusement Ride Operations and Safety
ID: 732646
Pennsylvania, USA
Twenty Five Years experience in design, construction, management, operations and maintenance of multiple amusement park facilities. Additionally, forty years’ experience in the construction industry, performing as a master plumber, general contractor and mechanical contractor. Together, the experience gives a complete background and understanding of all aspects of the development and operation of amusement parks. Extensive knowledge of industry standards including safety requirements and licensing regulations for amusement ride operators. As an educator has conducted seminars and hands-on training for amusement ride operators and state agencies. Has also taught courses on the construction trades for both adult education and high school technical education. Ability to motivate employees’ performance levels and develop rapport with diverse audiences. Broad-based responsibilities and knowledge include:
• Leadership, Supervision and Training
• Technical Knowledge/Efficiency
• Licensing Policies & Regulations
• Emergency Response
• Warranty Expertise/ Product Knowledge
• Team Building
• Safety & Quality Control
• Customer Service
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year: 1976 | Degree: BS | Subject: Business Administration/ Social Psychology | Institution: St. Peter's College |
| Year: 1978 | Degree: Masters | Subject: Masters Studies in Teaching | Institution: Kean University |
| Year: 1981 | Degree: Apprenticeship | Subject: Union Trades School | Institution: Plumber's Local 14 |
| Year: 2006 | Degree: N/A | Subject: Occupational Assessment Teaching Program | Institution: Temple University |
| Year: 2000 | Degree: N/A | Subject: Level III Inspection/ Level II Operations | Institution: NAARSO (National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials) |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 1994 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: CEO | Department: safety and operations |
Responsibilities:Designer/Builder/Operator of multi-location amusement ride parks |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1995 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Consultant/Expert Witness/Technical Services | Department: ower |
Responsibilities:Amusement Ride Operations, Training, Operations, Construction, Design |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2005 to 2020 | Employer: Monroe Career & Technical Institute | Title: Adult Continuing Education and High School Instructor | Department: teacher |
Responsibilities:trades teacher |
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Career Accomplishments
| Licenses / Certifications |
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| • Level 2 Pennsylvania Amusement Ride & Safety Inspector • National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials (NAARSO) Level 2 NAARSO Operations Certification Level 3 NAARSO Inspector/Safety Certification NAARSO Out-Reach Instructor, Train-the-Trainer Instructor • American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) - ASTM F-24 Committee on Amusement Rides and Devices • OSHA Safety member (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) |
| Awards / Recognition |
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| • NAARSO Jimmy Floyd Service Award • NAARSO President’s Service Award • NAARSO Man of the Year |
Additional Experience
| Expert Witness Experience |
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| Available upon request. |
| Training / Seminars |
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| • Conducted safety training for Rides and Amusements to and for NY, NJ, TX, FL, MA, LA, PA, VA, OH, CA, GA, TN, SC, NC, VA, WV, CO, HI, IN,AZ, IL, OR, NV, MO, AL, AR, KS, MD, OK, CT, RI, WI, MN, KY, ID, NE, WA, NH. Also teach international to, Ontario Canada, Newfoundland Canada, Saskatoon Canada, British Columbia, Canada, PEI, Canada, MB, Canada, U.A.E. Turkey, P.R., United Kingdom, Philippines, Germany. • Conducted training sessions at the NAARSO annual safety forum and outreach seminars • Conducted training sessions for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture |