No individual under the age of sixteen may be the operator of a kiddie ride or if under the age of eighteen be an operator of any other amusement ride or attraction: Provided, That the individual is not otherwise prohibited from being an operator pursuant to other state or federal law.
W. Va. Code § 21-10-12a
Minimum age for operating amusement ride
Known as the Amusement Rides and Amusement Attractions Safety Act
The act spans §§ 21–21 (19 sections).
Official source: West Virginia Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain West Virginia statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.