What kind of experience do you have in the amusement industry?
We have plenty of experience in the amusement industry, as Melbourne Amusement Hire has been in business for more than 150 years. So, it is easy to imagine how many customers we have served and how we have been handling our responsibilities for such a long time. We have attended several fairs, festivals and have provided our services to our clients. All our managers and team members are well versed regarding the ins and outs of the amusement industry. They can assist the organisers in every aspect of special event management, including but not limited to layout, power, entertainment, safety, advertisement and so on.
What areas does your service cover?
We are in regular attendance at local fairs. Also, We travel a considerable distance to be part of fairs and festivals in the area. Parks, adjoining suburbs, the city proper, we have a presence everywhere. For further details, please call us and confirm if we are attending a fair near you or not.
Will the owners of Melbourne Amusement Hire be on location during the event?
Yes, Melbourne Amusement Hire is an Australian-owned and operated business. We are known for our hands-on approach to all the services we provide. We have a similar approach regarding event participation. Hence, one of the owners, along with a capable, competent team of expert, will be present at each event from the beginning till the end of the event. We will be handling responsibilities like on-site setup, operations, packing up all the attractions supplied to each event. With such long experience in the industry, you can be assured that if any crucial decisions or changes are to be made during the event, we will be making them professionally, efficiently while keeping everything within consideration and with a minimum fuss.
Are the amusement rides and attractions insured for Public Liability?
Yes, we are fully covered by Public Liability Insurance, and our certificate of Currency is available upon request. We would also like to inform you that the certificate is provided upon confirmation of booking.
Are the amusement rides and attractions registered with Workplace Health and Safety?
Yes, all the mechanical amusement devices are annually registered with Workplace Health and Safety authorities. They are thoroughly inspected by capable and efficient Structural Engineers. The Certificate of this is also available upon request along with the copies of Rink Management, etc.
Are your employees covered by Worker’s Compensation Insurance?
Yes, every staff member of Melbourne Amusement Hire is covered by the Worker’s Compensation Insurance.
We would like to go through the Log Books for each ride booked for our event – will that be possible?
We would like to assure you that the Log Book for each ride stays with the ride at all time and can be made available to your inspection at a predetermined time after arriving at the event and before the attraction begins operating. Certain pages of the Log Book can be downloaded from our website as well. These pages will include topics such as Public Liability Insurance, Worker’s Compensation, Engineer’s Inspection Certificates, Plant Registration and Risk Management.
What procedures are in place to ensure that the amusements are safe?
We have regularly maintained each amusement device in perfect working order and stored it in our warehouse in a safe and secure environment. Safety checklists get implemented after the rides are set up at each event we attend. Attraction is annually inspected by fully qualified, experienced and efficient Structural Engineers. All our ride supervisors are fully trained in every aspect of ride operation and amusement safety.
Do you supply the power and lighting for your rides?
Yes, all medium and large attractions we provide come with three-phase generators, which provide the power for several additional smaller rides and lighting. If there aren’t any medium and large attractions at the event, we can still supply small commercial generators for children’s rides, jumping castles and such.
Will your staff be supervising the rides at all times?
Yes, our ride attendants will be vigilant and supervise each of the attractions at all times while they are in operation and ensure the safety of everyone enjoying the rides.
Our committee would like to save some money by using our own volunteers to supervise the ride – will that be okay?
No. All Public Liability Insurance Policies require each amusement ride supervised by a thoroughly trained and experienced employee of the amusement company providing the amusement rise and services. If an accident occurs while an amusement device is being supervised by a “volunteer” supplied by the event organiser, the Public Liability Insurance policy will be Null and Void – neither the ride operator and nor the event organiser would be covered by insurance. A few attractions that are not classified as “amusement devices” will be exempted from this clause. This will include some of the attractions we offer, to ensure which ones are they, please contact us and talk to one of our representatives.
When will the rides arrive to be set up?
The expected time or arrival or ETA will vary from one function to another. It will depend on the number of attractions booked and the beginning time or the day of the event. For instance, for the Friday evening events, we usually arrive just after 9 AM on the Friday. For weekend events we prefer to arrive the day before if possible, because that way, we get more time for setting everything up. If the attractions are already booked for another event, we may arrive that night after the event is over and we have picked up from there.
If the rides arrive the day before the event, who will be providing the security?
If the rides arrive the day or night before the event, rest assured that all overnight security for the amusements will be provided by us, provided that the organising committee has not arranged for their own security. As the amusement devices are usually located at some distance from the stages and stalls and such, our staff cannot be entrusted with the security of the entire event site. You need to remember this point.
Can these rides operate during wet weather?
The answer to this question is no, and the reason is safety issues. You need to know that passing and occasional showers are okay. However, our operations will stop if there is continual rain. Moreover, the operations will also stop when the rain starts falling. Once the wet weather clears, the equipment will be towel dried, and their operations can recommence. If, on the other hand, the weather deteriorates to the point where showers are persistent and continual, or light rain keeps on falling, the continuation of service will have to be reconsidered. To this end, the online weather maps available have to be inspected and consulted before any decision can be made regarding the continuation of the amusements. You also have to remember that, along with wet weather being a safety issue, parents do not want their children to be exposed to such conditions for an extended period. They are aware of the consequences of such a decision.
Can the riders wear Plaster Casts?
Riders with casts will still be able to use the majority of the rides and attractions provided that they can sit in the ride comfortably. All the restraints have to be fitted properly, and they are capable of holding onto the lap bar/restraint system in place. Riders with plaster casts or braces will be restricted from riding those rides where the cast or brace may present a hazard to the guest or others, including inflatable Jumping Castles and Super Slides.
Can riders carry loose articles?
No, all the loose articles may present a hazard to the guest, the ride mechanisms and the other riders whilst in operation; hence, such articles will be banned from the rides.
How much space do you need for the rides?
The requirement of space for each of the amusement device will be listed on the ride’s specification page on the website. You can also contact us and talk to one of our representatives to gather more information on the topic. You are also advised to include space at the front of each attraction for the queuing purpose. Usually, we need an area of 30 metres in-depth, and the width will depend on the number and size of the items booked. A Google Earth site plan of the ground with a superimposed amusement layout will be available from us.
Can you need the Event Committee on-site?
Yes, we do site inspections on a regular basis, and that means to access. Area suitability can be checked by us along with the development of a Site Plan.
Our organisation is planning a School Fete. What options are there for booking the rides?
There are two formats used in the supply of amusement rides at Fetes, Fairs and Festivals, and they are Flat-Rate Hire and Share or Sales.
Flat-Rate Hire – The Organising Committee will pay a set amount of money or “hire fee” to the ride operator for each amusement ride provided. The Committee’s Profit is equal to the number of Total Sales minus the Share of Sales.
Share of Sales – The Ride Operator will supply the attractions “free of charge”, and at the end of the event, total ticket or pass sales will be distributed on an 80:20 basis, where 80% of the sales belongs to the operator and 20% of the sales belongs to the organisation.
How do we book Melbourne Amusement Hire?
To hire our rides and services, you will have to send us a quote, and once that is accepted, we will be forwarding a Booking Form to the Hirer. Two versions of the form will be available, one I the Profit Share and another is for Flat-Rate Hire. Along with the Booking Form, we will also be sharing a copy of our Conditions of Hire. The Booking Form will then be returned by the Hirer along with the deposit paid to book the attractions.
Are there any images of the rides available for advertising purposes?
Yes, you can request high-resolution Ride Images, and they will be available for your perusal. You will need to contact us and talk to our representative regarding this, though.
