Anthony Knutsen is a highly experienced safety, compliance, and assurance professional with 14 years of expertise in the leisure and amusement industry. Currently serving as the Safety, Compliance & Assurance Lead at LEAPS (Leisure Equipment & Asset Protection Scheme), Anthony plays a critical role in auditing, compliance, and operational safety across the sector.
Industry Leadership & Standards Development
Anthony is an active member of key industry committees, including:
- BSI Committee for BS EN 13814 – Safety of amusement rides and amusement devices.
- CEN Committee for European Amusement Device Standards (BS EN 13814).
- BSI BS EN 14960 Inflatable Play Equipment Committee.
- Fairground Joint Advisor Committee (FJAC)
Engineering & Compliance Expertise
Anthony’s career began in mechanical and structural engineering, and over time, he has developed multidisciplinary expertise across:
- Hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and non-destructive testing (NDT).
- Compliance audits, pre-use inspections, design reviews, device re-designs and conformity assessments.
- Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Anthony has conducted approximately 4,500 inspections of amusement devices, focusing on in-service inspections, pre-use inspections, safety compliance, and conformity assessments. His post-accident inspections have led to mandatory safety redesigns, significantly influencing industry safety policies.
Expert Witness & Regulatory Contributions
Anthony is an expert witness in amusement device safety, accident investigations, and regulatory compliance. He has worked closely with the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE), including:
- Training HSE inspection teams on industry-specific safety compliance.
- Providing expert testimony and analysis for legal and regulatory cases.
- Advising regulatory bodies, including international collaborations with the Dubai government.
Additional Industry Experience
Alongside his work in the leisure and amusement industry, Anthony has significant experience in oil & gas safety compliance, having worked with Total Energies, Siemens, Shell Oil, and ABB on quality control inspections, contract audits, and compliance reviews.
Shaping the Future of Safety
Anthony’s commitment to improving safety standards has established him as a leading authority in compliance, regulatory enforcement, and operational risk management. His expert insights continue to influence international safety standards and best practices within the leisure and amusement sector.
