Safety First
Do you want your visitors to enjoy their favorite attractions with complete peace of mind? With TÜV NORD as your partner, you can be confident that your attractions meet the highest safety standards. Safety is non-negotiable, and we are here to support you with our expertise.
Under the ‘Amusement and Playground Equipment Safety Decree 2023’ (WAS2023), attractions must comply with strict requirements for design, construction, commissioning, and operation. The key standard for safe and reliable attractions is NEN-EN 13814, which specifies requirements for machinery and structures in amusement parks and fairs. Whether it’s roller coasters, carousels, or other rides, having your attractions inspected is not only mandatory but also essential to minimize safety risks. After all, you are responsible.
When should attractions be inspected?
Attractions need to be inspected at various stages of their lifecycle:
Amusement rides
TÜV NORD inspects and certifies attractions at all stages, ensuring compliance with WAS2023 and the highest safety standards.
Design Review
Before construction begins, your design is evaluated to meet legal safety requirements.
Commissioning Inspection
After construction, a thorough final inspection ensures the attraction is safe before its first use.
Periodic Inspection
Once in use, attractions must be regularly inspected. After each inspection, you receive a new certification sticker indicating the next inspection date.
With our inspections and certifications according to NEN-EN 13814, you can ensure that your attractions are always safe and reliable. This applies to attractions in both amusement parks and fairs.
At TÜV NORD, we perform inspections at every stage of an attraction’s lifecycle, from design to operation. Do you have an existing attraction that has already been approved? No problem! We can easily take over the periodic inspections of existing attractions. With our expertise, we ensure that your attractions continue to meet the highest safety standards, regardless of their lifecycle stage.
Inspection of attractions for amusement parks and fairs
At TÜV NORD Netherlands, we provide comprehensive support for the inspection and certification of your attractions, from the design phase to periodic evaluations. We are officially recognized by the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport as an Authorized Inspection Body (AKI) and hold ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation. But that’s not all: we also have international accreditations, enabling us to fully support amusement parks worldwide with inspections.
With TÜV NORD as your partner, your attractions will meet the strictest safety requirements, no matter their location or scale. Whether you want to inspect existing attractions or launch new ones safely, we’re here to help. Thanks to our efficient planning, we minimize downtime and provide status inspections during maintenance periods, keeping your operations running smoothly without compromising safety.
Importing an attraction
Are you importing an attraction from abroad? It must first be approved for the Dutch market. A first commissioning inspection is mandatory if the attraction has not been previously approved in the Netherlands.
For this inspection, you need to provide the following information as outlined in Article 10 of the Amusement and Playground Equipment Safety Decree 2023 (WAS2023). This information must be included in a Technical Construction File (TCD)
When requesting an inspection, you must provide the following information
The place where the amusement or play equipment was manufactured;
The year of construction, type, and serial number;
The technical construction file referred to in Article 8, if applicable, or the name and address of the manufacturer or, if applicable, the importer mentioned in Article 8, paragraph 3, where the technical construction file is available for the designated bodies;
The specification of the location where the amusement or play equipment can be inspected.
When importing an attraction—whether new or used—you, as the importer, are responsible for the Technical Construction File (TCD). Ensure this document is complete or arrange for the supplier to provide it.
If you are sourcing a ride directly from a foreign supplier and do not plan to market it, you must contractually ensure that the supplier provides a TCD in accordance with Annex II of WAS2023 to an authorized body within the required timeframe. This also applies if the ride is not supplied with a TCD. (WAS 2023, Article 8, paragraphs 2 and 5).
Without a complete TCD, your application may be rejected.
Why choose TÜV NORD?
Choosing TÜV NORD means choosing more than just certification—it means choosing peace of mind. Our internationally recognized TÜV NORD mark builds trust with your customers and visitors, demonstrating your commitment to safety and quality.
Backed by technical expertise, practical insights, and years of experience, we are ready to support you—locally and globally. Strengthen your organization, enhance your reputation, and grow your business. Contact us today to discover how we can elevate your attractions to the next level!