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[–] MachineFab812@discuss.tchncs.de 83 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 children)

Wait. Are you under the impression that that flimsy 1.5in tube-steel, the steps leading up to it, and the sheet-metal platform connected to that are somehow load-bearing for the Ferris Wheel itself?

This setup all rides on/is a trailer with outriggers like you'll find on construction equipment.

Sure, that's all hidden by the platform that's literally there for no other reason than to support the riders as they enter and leave the ride, but if your county inspectors don't know to check the outriggers first, you've got problems, so many problems, none of which have anything to do with these particular carnies.

Edit: One of the outriggers, one of several, promise, to the right of the stair. You'll notice there is no BS between it and the ground, as it itself is height-adjustable.

[–] n3m37h@sh.itjust.works 23 points 2 months ago (1 children)

People are fucking stupid lmfao, this comment is 100% correct

[–] ByteJunk@lemmy.world 10 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 children)

Explain why it's not you who is the absolute buffoon here?

Because you're presented with a photo of a ferries wheel that is installed in apparently uneven terrain. It's highly questionable just how compacted that dirt actually is, seeing as nobody even bothered flattening it in the first place, so what do you wager are the chances of one of those massive outrigs you claim are under there sinking or slipping, putting a bunch of load on the structure, and causing it to fail violently?

And what if it rains? How is that soil gonna behave when it's full of water?

Because going by the care these guys took when setting up these horrifying stilts, I feel like I'm looking at an involuntary manslaughter case waiting to happen.

But sure, go on with your "uhyuk, people stoopid" chant, may you convince many others like you to ride deathtraps. I'll be sure to send thoughts and prayers.

EDIT: here's manufacturer schematics of what looks to be a similar sized ride. Those outrigs aren't looking that mighty...

EDIT2: Actually, nevermind. Here's one of your super secure outrigs:

This shit's a deathtrap alright.

[–] n3m37h@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 months ago

Nah, between the wood being virturally uncompressable and the overall weight of the structure you could hit that with a sledge all day long and it would be safe.

[–] Valmond@lemmy.world 22 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Regulations are so hindering

[–] spankmonkey@lemmy.world 5 points 2 months ago

Carney caravan is probably based out of Texas.

[–] Mothra@mander.xyz 16 points 2 months ago

Adds to the thrill

[–] TexasDrunk@lemmy.world 15 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Ferris wheel about to become a tilt-a-whirl.

[–] Burninator05@lemmy.world 3 points 2 months ago

All you muthafuckas are gonna die.

[–] someguy3@lemmy.world 14 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I agree with the other guy this is likely just the pedestrian platform, BUT imo never go on rides outside 1st world countries.

[–] Gaja0@lemmy.zip 11 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Does the US qualify?

Every day from May through September in each year between 1990–2010 had an average of 20 injuries by amusement park guests under 18 years of age that required hospitalization.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_amusement_park_accidents

[–] someguy3@lemmy.world 10 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

Accidents listed here are caused by one of the following:

Negligence on the part of the guest. This can be refusal to follow specific ride safety instructions, or deliberate intent to violate park rules.

The result of a guest's known, or unknown, health issues.

Negligence on the part of the park, either by ride operator or maintenance safety instructions, or deliberate intent to violate park rules

And clicking through the links, they generally add:

Act of God or a generic accident (e.g. slipping and falling), that is not a direct result of an action on anybody's part.

[–] pinball_wizard@lemmy.zip 9 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I don't know why others go to county fairs, but I go because it's like a huge party with one central theme of "it'll probably be fine...we hope".

[–] BurgerBaron@piefed.social 3 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Teen gangs bear mace people all the time now at our annual summer carnival. Gotta love that social decay.

[–] TheRealKuni@piefed.social 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)
[–] BurgerBaron@piefed.social 2 points 1 week ago

Yeaah, you can read about it by looking up K-Days Edmonton Bear Mace / Spray. Happens around the city tho.

[–] Plebcouncilman@sh.itjust.works 8 points 2 months ago (4 children)

If no one notices and nothing happens, is it really unsafe? 🤔🤔

[–] SpaceNoodle@lemmy.world 10 points 2 months ago (1 children)
[–] Plebcouncilman@sh.itjust.works 5 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I think we need Jordan Peterson’s opinion on this.

[–] ChicoSuave@lemmy.world 2 points 2 months ago

He won't leave his room

[–] StarvingMartist@sh.itjust.works 4 points 2 months ago

I mean someone did notice

[–] Gullible@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 months ago (1 children)

If a bear shits in the woods and no one is around to hear it, does it make a noise?

[–] Plebcouncilman@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 months ago

But what is someone hears it and think it is a human? Does the bear become a human, all things being equal and absent other observers? Again I think Jordan Peterson’s input on this would be very helpful

[–] AntiBullyRanger@ani.social 1 points 2 months ago

∗Kicks brick away∗

[–] mrfriki@lemmy.world 4 points 2 months ago

I fancy some Jenga game now, anyone?

[–] aeronmelon@lemmy.world 3 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I’ve seen homes with less support on the foundation columns.

[–] Onomatopoeia@lemmy.cafe 2 points 2 months ago

Homes don't have a massive wheel spinning on them.

Anyway, this is support just for the platform/stairs. Go to a fair/carnival sometime, the outriggers for the ride itself are massive, and use massive feet/shoes, similar to what you'll see on cranes.

[–] UberKitten@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 2 months ago

wait til you see what some houses sit on!