Kids and Scooters

[cynzilla]

Hi...I have a question.

Are there any RULES for not putting my child on my scooter with me? I have tried several times to escape the crowds after the Wishes Fireworks with her holding my hand and walking next to me, she had been tripped over and seperated from me.

It is much easier to have her sit on the seat with me, but I have seen several not so nice comments on this. It is hard enough to get around in a scooter with a child, I dont want to break any rules.

Thanks

 

[BillSears]

I know that Disney doesn't allow people who rent Disney scooters to do this. Their scooter their rules.

I'm not sure whether they can enforce this rule with a privately owned scooter.

 

[livndisney]

Hi...I have a question.

Are there any RULES for not putting my child on my scooter with me? I have tried several times to escape the crowds after the Wishes Fireworks with her holding my hand and walking next to me, she had been tripped over and seperated from me.

It is much easier to have her sit on the seat with me, but I have seen several not so nice comments on this. It is hard enough to get around in a scooter with a child, I dont want to break any rules.

Thanks

You cannot put your child on the scooter with you. It is dangerous and not allowed. Scooters are for one rider only. (But thank you for asking )

 

[cynzilla]

Where is this a rule???? I would like to see it in writting.

 

[pacrosby]

One cannot ride with a child in their lap on a scooter rented from Disney for liability reasons.

I'm pretty sure though that one can ride with a child in their lap on their own scooter because it is their scooter and I'm unaware of any law preventing it

Whether or not it is 'safe' of course is a matter of personal opinion.

If you feel comfortable and safe doing so, all the power to you

 

[DisneyFirefly]

Where is this a rule???? I would like to see it in writting.

From what I was told by my manager, it's in the fine print of the forms you sign when you rent the scooter. I was a custodial CM and we were specifically told to tell people that their kids/grandkids/etc couldn't ride in the scooter driver's lap. It's a safety hazard.

 

[livndisney]

Where is this a rule???? I would like to see it in writting.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2349536
Official Wheeled Vehicle Policy

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The following official Disney policy concerning wheeled vehicles for people with disabilities was announced on December 11, 2009.


Quote:
Please review these guidelines regarding wheeled mobility devices that our Guests with disabilities are welcome to use while visiting our parks and resorts.

* All wheeled mobility devices must have 3 or 4 wheels and maintain stability and balance when unoccupied.
* The INDEPENDENCE iBOT mobility device is permitted for use throughout our parks and resort areas and can be operated in a two-wheel balance mode, but must be in four-wheel mode to board and use attraction ride vehicles and transportation vehicles.
* Devices must be single-rider. Devices must be used by the person with the disability and are not to be used to carry passengers.* Devices may not exceed 36" in width. This dimension is in keeping with the size of our entrance gates.
* Devices must not be converted recreational devices. For example, pull wagons or coolers on wheels are not permitted.
* Devices are to be operated while seated. Devices that require the user to stand must be directed to your area Leader or Duty Manager for additional actions.

 

[cynzilla]

ok

 

[cynzilla]

Thanks so much

 

[pacrosby]

well, obviously, as noted above, a policy is indeed in place.

Of course that's a policy, and not necessarily a hard and fast rule that's going to get you in Disney jail if you have the nerve to break

I think you have outlined a perfectly good reason to 'bend' the rule.

And as we all know, rules are occasionally meant to be broken

 

[cynzilla]

Pacrosby.....Thanks.........I can't push a stroller from my scooter either, so what do I do!?!

 

[Cheshire Figment]

And the Owner's Manual of both of my ECVs state that it is unsafe to have a passenger.

The reasoning is fairly simple. Most standard ECVs weigh in the 150 - 200 pound range empty. The small transport ECVs weigh about 100 pounds empty. And the Disney ones weigh almost 300 pounds. A typical standard ECV can do about 5mph.

If there is a child on the seat with the passenger, and the child accidentally pushes the control lever it is possible to run off a curb, hit a wall, or hit people. And any of the3se situations very serious damage can occur to riders and pedestrians.

I have personally seen people entering the park with a child on their lap and been told that it was not allowed. I did see a situation this winter where a person was warned and said it was their own ECV and they would do as they pleased. About 20 minutes later I saw the person being escorted out of the Park by Security.

 

[lovetoscrap]

I find trying to get around in any of the crowds to just be a an exercise in futility with a scooter. Add in children that need to be closely supervised and it becomes practically impossible.

Sit back and wait. Find a nice spot with a view to the castle and a bench for your child and talk about how much fun you had that day, what pajamas they will wear for bed, what the plans for tomorrow are, and maybe get a snack from a nearby vendor if they are still open or bring one with you. Let the crowds go. Let them push and shove and do their sardine impressions while you relax and people watch (how many Mickey ears can we count?, How many red t-shirts can you find?, lets sing Disney songs!).

The crowd really gets out pretty fast. Watch the "Kiss Goodnight" at the castle and leisurely stroll down Main Street with the twinkle of the lights of the shops. Now you have had a non stressful end to a great day without anyone cutting you off, pushing you into the trolley rails, or separating you and your child. You are going to have to wait somewhere. Either at the bus/monorail/boat or in the park. Do the waiting first and then you will have a much shorter wait for your transportation out.

I pretty much refuse to do any large crowds with the scooter. That includes things like leaving from a show, or at the end of the night. It is too dangerous for me, my family and those around me. I know your child may be tired, but the few more minutes it takes is worth it for your peace of mind and for a calmer experience for them.

 

[SueM in MN]

There is the rule/policy as posted earlier.
Many of us who have been to WDW often have seen ECV accidents caused by a child riding with an adult on the scooter. I have also seen a child who decided to get off a moving ECV who got hurt.
So, it isn't safe.

It is also in the rental agreements for ECVs rented from the parks and from the off-site places. If there was an accident and someone was injured, I'm sure that (plus the fact that the manufacturer's instructions say not to do it) would come into evidence.

I agree with the advice to wait a while for the crowds to thin. It doesn't take that long and that extra 10-15 minutes makes for a less frantic, safer trip out. Plus when you get to the bus or peaking area, the first guests will have already left. We usually arrive to an almost empty bus stop (even completely empty) and have ridden back to our resort in a bus that even has empty seats instead of one that is packed as full as it will go.