carnival ride definition

carnival ride means any mechanical device, aquatic device or combination of devices that carries or conveys passengers on, along, around, through or over a fixed or restricted route or course or within a defined area for the purpose of giving its passengers amusement, pleasure, thrills or excitement, including bungee jumping facilities and state fair rides, but does not include playground equipment, a single- passenger, coin-operated device secured by a stationary foundation or a small promotional event or operation consisting of fewer than six kiddie rides designed for children twelve years of age or younger, including merry-go-rounds;
carnival ride means any mechanical device, other than amusement rides 729 regulated under Chapter 12 Article 3 of this title chapter, known as the 'Amusement Ride 730 Safety Act,' which carries or conveys passengers along, around, or over a fixed or 731 restricted route or course or within a defined area for the purpose of giving its passengers 732 amusement, pleasure, thrills, or excitement. Such term shall not include any such device 733 which is permanently fixed to a site.