Overview
ISO 19202-2:2017 - Summer toboggan runs - Part 2: Safety requirements for operation - defines operational rules and administrative controls to ensure safe use of summer toboggan runs. It covers operator responsibilities, risk assessment, operating instructions, personnel training, signage, pre-commencement checks, daily operation, maintenance, repair and modifications. The standard applies to summer toboggan runs and major modifications to runs and toboggans manufactured after the publication date. National occupational health and safety rules remain primary and can be completed by ISO 19202-2:2017.
Key Topics
- Operator obligations: responsibility for safe operation, compliance with national laws and manufacturer instructions, and continuous updating of safety measures.
- Risk assessment: identify hazards from interfaces with surroundings, foreseeable misuse and hazards to users/third parties; use assessment to create and update operating instructions (Annex B provides an example).
- Operating instructions & documentation: procedures for incidents, first aid, rescue, fire, storms; list of responsible persons; required documents include manufacturer technical data, test reports, operating manuals, maintenance records and an operational logbook (example in Annex C).
- Personnel training: documented initial training before operation and periodic retraining (at least annually); includes user briefing, emergency procedures, rescue and evacuation drills.
- Operational checks: pre-opening inspections of communication/monitoring systems, safety devices (emergency stop, sensors), course condition (free of ice/snow/obstacles), brakes and conveying devices; toboggan checks for wear, brakes, restraints and running gear.
- Operation rules: no unattended automatic operation - a responsible person must be present; adequate staffing based on rider numbers and conditions; minimum start interval to maintain at least 25 m between toboggans.
- Maintenance, repair & modifications: defined processes for routine maintenance, documented repairs, and control of major modifications; course care and environmental aspects are also addressed.
- Signage: minimum and additional signage requirements with reference to graphical sign standards (Annex A).
Applications
ISO 19202-2 is intended for:
- Operators and owners of summer toboggan runs seeking standardized operational safety procedures
- Safety managers and risk assessors drafting operating manuals, emergency plans and training programs
- Maintenance personnel and technicians responsible for inspections, repairs and documented maintenance records
- Manufacturers and certifiers ensuring installations meet post‑publication operational requirements
Using ISO 19202-2 helps reduce accidents, demonstrate due diligence, and harmonize operational practice across facilities.
Related Standards
- ISO 19202-1:2017 - Safety requirements and test methods (design/technical)
- ISO 3864-1 / ISO 3864-3 and ISO 7010 - Safety colours, graphical symbols and safety signs
- ISO/IEC Guide 51 - Safety aspects for standards
Keywords: ISO 19202-2, summer toboggan runs, safety requirements for operation, operational requirements, signage, maintenance, risk assessment, operational logbook.
