Incidents at Universal parks

This is a summary of notable incidents that have taken place at various Universal-owned theme parks, amusement parks, or water parks. This list is not intended to be a comprehensive list of every such event, but only those that have a significant impact on the parks or park operations, or are otherwise significantly newsworthy.

The term "incidents" refers to major accidents, injuries, or deaths that occur at a Universal park. While these incidents were required to be reported to regulatory authorities due to where they occurred, they usually fall into one of the following categories:
*Caused by negligence on the part of the guest. This can be refusal to follow specific ride safety instructions, or deliberate intent to break park rules.
*The result of a guest's known or unknown health issues.
*Negligence on the part of the park, either by ride operator or maintenance.
*Act of God or a generic accident (eg slipping and falling), that is not a direct result of an action on anybody's part.

Universal Studios Japan

E.T. Adventure

*In November 2004, a 35-year-old woman from Osaka Prefecture, Japan suffered nerve damage in her right wrist, resulting in the loss of use of two of her fingers and ultimately losing her job. This occurred when her hand got stuck in a safety bar as an employee pulled it down to secure it. The woman sued the park and received ¥15.3 million in an out-of-court settlement. [cite news
url = http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/national/20061124TDY02011.htm
title = USJ settles with woman hurt on E.T. attraction
publisher = The Daily Yomiuri
date = 2000-11-24
accessdate = 2006-12-15]

Universal Orlando Resort

Incredible Hulk

* On September 23, 2003, 34-year-old Leslie Killer of Jensen Beach, Florida suffered a heart attack while riding the Incredible Hulk coaster. She was taken to the hospital in critical condition, where she later died. [cite news
url = http://www.stpetersburgtimes.com/2003/09/26/State/Paper_to_finance_most.shtml
title = Coaster reopens two days after rider's heart attack
publisher = St. Petersburg Times
date = 2003-09-26
accessdate = 2006-12-20]

Revenge of the Mummy

* On September 22, 2004, 39-year-old Jose Valadez of Apopka, Florida fell approximately 4 feet off the loading platform as he was attempting to step into the ride vehicle. He suffered injuries to his head and noted pain due to the fall. He died during surgery at the hospital. [cite news
url = http://www.local6.com/news/3756327/detail.html
title = Universal's Mummy Ride Closed Again After Woman Injured
publisher = Local 6
date = 2004-09-23
accessdate = 2006-12-20]

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