SafeWork NSW are on the ground at this year’s Newcastle Show, checking amusement rides and speaking to ride operators to help ensure safety. Head of SafeWork Natasha Mann said SafeWork Inspectors will attend the location today and tomorrow to carry out compliance inspections of all amusement rides and devices. “Rides which are not maintained or operated properly can cause serious injuries and deaths, as we have tragically seen interstate,” Ms Mann said. “SafeWork will inspect the setup of amusement rides before the show opens to the public, along with targeted verification audits on identified high-risk amusement devices like various roller coasters. “Inspectors will also...