Six Flags Magic Mountain Announces April 1 Re-Opening
March 18 2021 - 9:00AM
Business Wire
Park is Ready to Open with Extensive New Safety
Measures in Place
Six Flags Magic Mountain announced plans to reopen the park to
members and passholders on April 1 and 2, and to the general public
on April 3, 2021. In accordance with state reopening guidelines for
theme parks, Six Flags Magic Mountain will operate at reduced
attendance levels utilizing a new reservation system. The park is
also implementing extensive safety measures including several new
advanced technology systems to protect guests and employees. The
plan, developed in consultation with infectious disease experts,
sets standards for executing at the highest levels of hygiene and
social distancing protocols. These procedures will be adjusted on
an as-needed basis to ensure compliance with state and county
recommendations.
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Twisted Colossus at Six flags Magic
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“Six Flags Magic Mountain is the undisputed Thrill Capital of
the World, and we are excited to get our park open and our
world-class collection of coasters running again,” said Six Flags
Magic Mountain’s Park President Don McCoy. “Our team is eager to
return to work and entertain our guests in a safe environment,
providing the much-needed fun and escape we have all missed this
past year. I am also looking forward to seeing guests come out and
experience West Coast Racers, our newest racing coaster that was
only open briefly in 2020.”
Los Angeles County will continue to operate a COVID-19
vaccination site in Six Flags Magic Mountain’s parking lot.
The park’s reopening date is subject to change based on local,
state, and federal guidelines related to COVID-19. Detailed
reopening plans include:
Park Reservations System to Control
Capacity
Six Flags Magic Mountain has established attendance caps that
are in accordance with current state guidelines to allow for proper
social distancing. All Members, Season Pass holders and all guests
with a single-day or group ticket will need to make a reservation
at www.sixflags.com/reserve. Guests who need single day tickets
will be able to reserve during the purchase process.
Protocols for the safe operation of
rides
- Easy-to-identify distance markers have been added in all ride
queue lines;
- Handrails, ride units, and restraints will be regularly
sanitized throughout the day;
- Riders on all roller coasters, rides, and attractions will be
physically distanced in accordance with state guidelines; and
- Masks must remain on while experiencing a ride or
attraction.
Health Screenings for Guests and Team
Members
- Contactless IR thermal imaging will be used to screen
temperatures of guests and employees prior to entry;
- Advanced security screening technology will allow for touchless
bag checks;
- Individuals will be required to acknowledge and abide by the
company’s health policies, which prohibits park entry if guests
have recently been exposed to or are experiencing symptoms of
COVID-19;
- Following CDC guidelines, all guests over the age of two and
all team members will be required to wear face masks covering the
nose and mouth throughout their visit/work day; and
- Disposable masks will be available at Guest Relations, and
reusable masks will be available for purchase at in-park retail
locations.
Strictly Enforced Social
Distancing
- Easy-to-identify distance markers have been added in all park
entry, restroom, retail locations, and ride and dining queue
lines;
- Dining areas have been adjusted to allow ample space between
seated parties;
- Viewing areas are marked for guests to observe animal exhibits
as well as game play, and arcade games have been reconfigured or
deactivated to comply with social distancing requirements; and
- Guests viewing outdoor entertainment will be separated by a
minimum of six feet.
Extensive Sanitization and Disinfecting
Protocols
- Trained and dedicated cleaning teams have been put in
place;
- Increased sanitization and disinfecting of high touch points
including all public seating, tabletops, counters, handrails,
doors, and trash cans will occur frequently;
- Restroom staff will be available to disinfect each stall and
sink area on a frequent basis;
- Multiple alcohol-based hand-sanitizer stations will be located
throughout the park; and
- All work areas will be regularly sanitized and
disinfected.
Sanitized Food Preparation and
Service
- Modified menus and implementation of mobile food ordering will
help facilitate touchless transactions;
- Self-service buffets and salad bars will be reconfigured to
eliminate guest contact with food;
- Condiments, self-serve cutlery, and napkins will be provided to
guests with their meals as required; and
- Attendants will serve beverages, and guests will receive drink
bottle refills in a paper cup each time they refill.
Commercial-Grade Cleaning Equipment and
Supplies
- All employees will be issued Team Member Action Packs which
will include: two reusable face masks, safety glasses, and
disposable gloves;
- Low pressure backpack sprayers will be utilized for
disinfecting large areas;
- Abundant supplies of sanitizers and disinfectants will be
available;
- Microfiber cloths will be used to sanitize surfaces; and
- Queue line supplies, fencing, and tents will be in place to
promote safe social distancing.
Multi-Layered Guest and Team Member
Communication
- Frontline team members will go through extensive COVID-19
training;
- Safety messaging and reminders will be communicated on Six
Flags’ website, newsletters, and in-park announcements;
- Distance markers and physical distance indicators will be in
place; and
- Informational safety signage will be posted throughout the
park.
Virtual Hiring Fairs
As one of the largest seasonal employers in the country, Six
Flags Magic Mountain is currently hiring team members for the 2021
season. The safety of park guests and employees is always the
company’s top priority, and applicants may now apply for jobs in a
virtual and contact-free environment.
About Six Flags Magic
Mountain
Six Flags Magic Mountain, known as the Thrill Capital of the
World, is home to more than 100 rides, shows, and attractions,
including world-class roller coasters like West Coast Racers,
Twisted Colossus, Full Throttle, and X2.
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