Ian Adamson

Recent years have found an increased demand for obstacle course races and “ninja warrior” style training and events at gyms and athletic facilities. World OCR, the international governing body for obstacle sports, includes a world series and world championships for the discipline.

In this article, Adventure & Obstacle Sports Expert, Ian Adamson, details the design, construction, and maintenance of obstacle courses and their components, as well as common failure modes that can result in injuries.

In this article, Adventure & Obstacle Sports Expert, Ian Adamson, details the design, construction, operations, inspection, and maintenance of zip lines and their components, as well as common failure modes that can result in injuries.

In this webinar video, experts from our Amusement practice provide an overview of 4 types of amusement equipment that are frequently the subject of investigation. These specialized experts discuss the common failure modes, relevant safety standards, and insight on evaluating the technical aspects of these cases.