An SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) Manual for Theme Parks offers a range of rewards that are instrumental in the amusement and entertainment industry:

1. Guest Experience: Standardized procedures ensure a consistent and high-quality guest experience, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

2. Safety: Safety is paramount in theme park operations. The manual incorporates stringent safety protocols, reducing accidents and ensuring a secure and enjoyable environment for visitors.

3. Regulatory Compliance: Adherence to industry safety and operational regulations is critical. The manual helps theme parks meet these standards, reducing the risk of non-compliance, legal issues, and penalties.

4. Efficiency: SOPs streamline park operations, reducing errors and waste, ultimately improving operational efficiency, lowering costs, and enhancing profitability.

5. Employee Training: The manual serves as a valuable resource for training staff, ensuring that employees are well-prepared to provide excellent service and respond to emergencies.

6. Brand Reputation: Consistency in safety, service, and entertainment builds a strong brand reputation, attracting visitors and repeat business.

7. Environmental Responsibility: Implementing eco-friendly practices and policies contributes to sustainability, meeting the expectations of environmentally conscious visitors.

In summary, the rewards of an SOP Manual for Theme Parks encompass guest satisfaction, safety, compliance, efficiency, employee development, brand reputation, and environmental responsibility, all of which are crucial for the success and competitiveness of theme park businesses in the amusement and entertainment industry.

Top 50 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Theme Parks

SOP-1062-001: Standard Operating Procedure for Guest Admission and Ticketing 
SOP-1062-002: Standard Operating Procedure for Security Checkpoint Procedures 
SOP-1062-003: Standard Operating Procedure for Park Operating Hours and Schedule 
SOP-1062-004: Standard Operating Procedure for Emergency Evacuation Protocols 
SOP-1062-005: Standard Operating Procedure for Lost and Found Procedures 
SOP-1062-006: Standard Operating Procedure for Guest Services and Information 
SOP-1062-007: Standard Operating Procedure for Ride Operation and Safety Checks 
SOP-1062-008: Standard Operating Procedure for Height and Age Restrictions for Rides 
SOP-1062-009: Standard Operating Procedure for Queue Management and Line Control 
SOP-1062-010: Standard Operating Procedure for Ride Loading and Unloading Procedures 

SOP-1062-011: Standard Operating Procedure for Ride Maintenance and Inspection 
SOP-1062-012: Standard Operating Procedure for Water Ride Operation and Safety 
SOP-1062-013: Standard Operating Procedure for Live Entertainment Show Procedures 
SOP-1062-014: Standard Operating Procedure for Character Meet and Greet Guidelines 
SOP-1062-015: Standard Operating Procedure for Parade and Spectacle Operations 
SOP-1062-016: Standard Operating Procedure for Food and Beverage Handling 
SOP-1062-017: Standard Operating Procedure for Restaurant and Vendor Hygiene 
SOP-1062-018: Standard Operating Procedure for Allergen Information and Handling 
SOP-1062-019: Standard Operating Procedure for Waste Management in the Park 
SOP-1062-020: Standard Operating Procedure for First Aid and Medical Emergency Response 

SOP-1062-021: Standard Operating Procedure for Guest Behavior and Code of Conduct 
SOP-1062-022: Standard Operating Procedure for Accessibility Services for Guests 
SOP-1062-023: Standard Operating Procedure for Park Accessibility Features 
SOP-1062-024: Standard Operating Procedure for Merchandise Sales and Transactions 
SOP-1062-025: Standard Operating Procedure for Souvenir Photography Procedures 
SOP-1062-026: Standard Operating Procedure for Park Cleaning and Maintenance 
SOP-1062-027: Standard Operating Procedure for Public Announcement Protocols 
SOP-1062-028: Standard Operating Procedure for VIP and Special Events Handling 
SOP-1062-029: Standard Operating Procedure for Fire Safety and Evacuation Drills 
SOP-1062-030: Standard Operating Procedure for Ride Shutdown and Restart Procedures 

SOP-1062-031: Standard Operating Procedure for Animal Exhibit Care and Handling 
SOP-1062-032: Standard Operating Procedure for Environmental Sustainability Practices 
SOP-1062-033: Standard Operating Procedure for Park Transportation Services 
SOP-1062-034: Standard Operating Procedure for Outdoor Show Weather Protocols 
SOP-1062-035: Standard Operating Procedure for Water Park Safety Guidelines 
SOP-1062-036: Standard Operating Procedure for Seasonal Decorations Installation 
SOP-1062-037: Standard Operating Procedure for Park Closure and Reopening Procedures 
SOP-1062-038: Standard Operating Procedure for Park Expansion and Renovation 
SOP-1062-039: Standard Operating Procedure for Park Marketing and Promotions 
SOP-1062-040: Standard Operating Procedure for Staff Training and Certification 

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Market insight:
The global amusement parks market size was valued at USD 45.2 billion in 2017. With innovative rides and demand for entertainment it is likely to expand at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2018 to 2025.

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2. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Finance Department
3. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Customer Service
4. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for CRM Department
5. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Credit Department
6. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Treasury Department
7. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Human Resources (HR) Department
8. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Training Department
9. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Learning & Development Department
10. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Administration Department
11. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Front Office
12. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for House Keeping
13. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Safety Department
14. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Security Department
15. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Facilities Management Department
16. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Vigilance Department
17. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Legal Department
18. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Information Technology (IT) Department
19. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Sales & Marketing Department
20. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Design & Engineering 
21. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Procurement Department
22. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Production
23. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for SRM Department
24. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Supply Chain Department
25. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Warehouse
26. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for New Product Development Department
27. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Research and Development  
28. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Quality Department
29. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Calibration Department
30. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Manual for Maintenance Department

• Amusement parks (e.g., theme, water)
• Parks (e.g., theme, water), amusement
• Piers, amusement
• Theme parks, amusement
• Water parks, amusement

• Main Event Entertainment Holdings in Texas, United States|
  https://www.ardentleisure.com/
• Six Flags Great America Inc. in Chicago, United States |
  https://www.sixflags.com/
• Silverwood Theme Park in Athol, United States |
  https://www.silverwoodthemepark.com/
• Elitch Gardens Theme and Water Park in Denver, United States |
  https://www.elitchgardens.com/
• Isle of Capri Casino in Louisiana, United States |
  https://www.islelakecharles.com/

This industry is currently affected from this recent pandemic due to which theme parks and amusement parks have been shut down all over the world for the past 6 months and it is likely to continue for the next 1 year or so, which is going to hectic for the companies involved in this industry financially. Since its maintenance cost and need for regular maintenance is required for theme parks. But this won’t ruin their market in the future i.e. when the pandemic gets over this industry will revive and for the mean while the companies involved in this industry need to find an alternative to stay in the market and need to bring innovative rides to pull people back to theme park after this pandemic situation. Earlier days these theme parks used to function as open park theatres which was a popular culture and in order to survive this they can adopt to these activities which would help them to survive and its very unlikely that people would turn out for theatres these days and these open park theatres have started in many western countries which would lead other countries also following those customs.

List of standards amusement parks need to follow:

• ASTM F24 / ASTM F893-87 Amusement rides and devices
• ASTM F2974 - 17a Standard guide for auditing amusement rides and devices
• ASTM F2970 - 15 Standard practice for design, manufacture, installation, operation, maintenance, inspection and major modification of trampoline courts
• ASTM F770 - 17 Standard practice for ownership, operation, maintenance, and inspection of amusement rides and devices
• ASTM F2374 - 10 Standard practice for design, manufacture, operation, and maintenance of inflatable amusement devices
• ASTM F2376 - 13 Standard practice for classification, design, manufacture, construction, and operation of water slide systems
• DIN 15018 / Eurocode 3 / AISC Calculation of fatigue strength
• DIN 18800-7 / EN 729-2/3 / AWS Welding specification EN 719, EN 287 / 288
• DIN EN 10204 / EN 10204 / ASME Material specification
• DIN EN 60204 Safety of electrical equipment
• DIN EN 60204-1 / EN 60204 / AFPA 79 Code for electrical safety
• DIN EN ISO 13849-1:2008-12 New rides
• EN 13814 / SASO-EN-13814 Safety Fairground and amusement parks machinery and structures
• EN 1069 Water slides. Safety requirements and test methods
• EN 1090 / VDTÜV 1507 Principle for inspection and testing of amusements rides
• EN 1176 Playground equipment and surfacing. General safety requirements and test methods
• EN 13219 Gymnastic equipment. Trampolines. Functional and safety requirements, test methods
• EN 14960 Inflatable play equipment. Safety requirements and test methods
• ISO 13849-1 Safety of machinery, general principles for design (old rides)
• SASO-ASTM-F1159
• Standard practice for design and manufacture of patron directed, artificial climbing walls,
• dry slide, coin operated and purposeful water immersion amusement rides and devices and air-supported structures
• SASO-ASTM-F2974 Standard guide for auditing amusement rides and devices
• SASO-IEC-60204-1 Safety of machinery – Electrical equipment of machines – Part 1: General requirements

This SOP gives an overview of theme parks. Its market insight is mentioned above and this industry comprising parks are also listed above. Popular companies in this industry are listed above and this industry present state and how far its affected are all discussed above and then standard regulations need to be followed during the operation of a theme park is listed above.

Research By : Eshwaran Murugappan