SPS 334.69(1)(a)
(a) A net or air bag shall be used. The net or air bag shall be designed to provide adequate coverage of the jump zone, and its specifications shall be included in the site operating manual. The net or air bag shall be rated for the maximum free fall height possible from the platform during operation.
SPS 334.69(1)(b)
(b) The net or air bag shall be in position before jumper preparation commences on the platform.
SPS 334.69(1)(c)
(c) Air bags shall be equipped with an audible alarm in case of loss of air bag pressure.
SPS 334.69(1)(d)
(d) Upon completion of a jump, the jumper shall be lowered onto the net, air bag or landing pad.
SPS 334.69(1)(f)
(f) The landing area shall be free of any equipment or staff when a jumper is being prepared on the jump platform and until the bungee cord is at its static extended state.
SPS 334.69(1)(g)
(g) A place for the jumper to sit and recover shall be provided close to, but outside, the landing area.
SPS 334.69(2)
(2) Jumps over water. The following requirements apply where the landing area is over a body of water:
SPS 334.69(2)(a)
(a) A landing and recovery vessel shall be positioned to recover jumpers.
SPS 334.69(2)(b)
(b) The landing vessel shall have a landing pad which is at least 5 feet by 5 feet. The landing pad shall be placed within the vessel.
SPS 334.69(2)(c)
(c) One person may operate the landing vessel and assist the jumper to land if the vessel is docked or moored. If the vessel is not docked or moored, one person shall pilot the vessel while another person assists the jumper to land.
SPS 334.69(2)(d)
(d) The vessel shall be equipped with Coast Guard approved life jackets and rescue equipment.
SPS 334.69(2)(e)
(e) The landing area shall be free of other vessels, floating or submerged objects, the public, and any spectators. When the landing area is in open waters, it shall be marked by the deployment of buoys. A sign of appropriate size which reads “BUNGEE JUMPING—KEEP CLEAR" shall be attached to the 4 sides of the landing vessel.
SPS 334.69(3)
(3) Jumps over a pool. The following requirements apply where the landing area is a pool specifically constructed for bungee jumping:
SPS 334.69(3)(a)
(a) The pool size shall be at least equal to the size of the safety space.
SPS 334.69(3)(b)
(b) Rescue equipment shall be available and the landing area shall be secured.
SPS 334.69(3)(c)
(c) Only the operators of the bungee jump shall be within the landing area.
SPS 334.69 History
History: Cr.
Register, January, 1994, No. 457, eff. 2-1-94.
SPS 334.70(1)
(1)
Storage. Adequate storage shall be provided to protect equipment from physical, chemical and ultra-violet ray damage. The storage area shall be secured against unauthorized entry.
SPS 334.70(2)
(2) Communications. There shall be a public address system in operation during all hours of business. Voice, telephone, radio or other communications shall be maintained between all operations personnel involved with the actual jump.
SPS 334.70(3)
(3) Fence. The site shall be enclosed by a fence at least 42 inches in height. The fence shall be designed and constructed to prevent people, animals and objects from entering the site.
SPS 334.70(4)
(4) Staff identification. All staff shall be identified so that they can be readily recognized by the public.
SPS 334.70(5)
(5) Staff briefing. Staff shall be briefed for each day's operation, including the assignment of the designated jump master where more than one jump master is on site.
SPS 334.70(6)
(6) Emergency services. There shall be a means of communication to local emergency services within 200 feet of the operation.
SPS 334.70(7)
(7) Jump control. Owners of bungee jumping facilities shall allow jumps only under the direct control of a jump master.
SPS 334.70(8)
(8) Jumper weight. The weight of the jumper shall be checked by 2 independent scales at the jump site. Scales shall be calibrated at least 3 times each year, or when in doubt as to accuracy. Adjustments for the weight of each jumper shall be made by the jump master's selection of bungee cord and the length of webbing or rope attached to the bungee cord.
SPS 334.70(9)
(9) Jumper instructions and restrictions. A clearly visible sign shall be posted at the site that lists instructions to jumpers and all medical, age and weight restrictions for jumpers.
SPS 334.70(10)
(10) Jumper registration. Jumpers shall register with the registration clerk before jumping. Registration information shall include the jumper's name, address, city, county, state, zip code, telephone number, medical factors, age and weight.
SPS 334.70(11)
(11) Jumper preparation. The area where the jumper is prepared for jumping shall be separate from the jump zone. Jumper preparation shall include information to the jumper on jumping, landing, lowering, and recovery procedures; completing harness or binding activities; final inspection by jump master; return of the jumper to the public area; and retrieval of the bungee cord to the platform or storage location.
SPS 334.70(12)
(12) Safe operation. The jump master shall stop the jumping operation when the wind speed or other conditions affect safe operation of the jump platform or the recovery area.
SPS 334.70 History
History: Cr.
Register, January, 1994, No. 457, eff. 2-1-94.
SPS 334.71
SPS 334.71 Safety and loss control management. SPS 334.71(1)(1)
Coordinator. A jump master shall be designated safety, health and loss control coordinator.
SPS 334.71(2)
(2) Knowledge of regulations. The jump master shall be thoroughly familiar with the bungee jumping regulations in this subchapter.
SPS 334.71(3)
(3) Emergency plan. A comprehensive written emergency plan shall be developed, practiced, maintained and posted at the site entrance.
SPS 334.71 History
History: Cr.
Register, January, 1994, No. 457, eff. 2-1-94.
SPS 334.72(1)
(1)
Minimum age. The minimum age for employment at a bungee jumping site shall be 18 years.
SPS 334.72(2)(a)(a) To qualify as a jump master for a bungee jumping site, a person shall have completed a minimum of 25 jumps and 30 hours of training, including 10 hours of site operating manual training, 10 hours of on-the-job experience and 4 hours of procedural review and additional education.
SPS 334.72(2)(b)
(b) A jump master shall have a knowledge of rescue procedures and ground operator procedures, as well as emergency procedures for an accident or illness, for unruly or hysterical jumpers, and for any failure before or after the bungee jump.
SPS 334.72(3)
(3) Staff roles. The staff of a bungee jumping operation shall include at least 4 persons, with the following roles:
SPS 334.72(3)(a)
(a) Jump master. The designated jump master shall have control over the operation and is responsible and accountable for the operation of the site. This person shall be in complete control when jumping occurs. A jump master shall be the only person who takes the jumper through the final stages of preparation to the jump takeoff. The jump master shall have a thorough knowledge of the site, equipment, procedures and staff. The jump master shall be responsible for checking selection of the bungee cord and adjusting the rigging at each jump platform. A jump master shall be located at each jump platform.
SPS 334.72(3)(b)
(b) Jump operator. The jump operator shall assist the jump master to prepare the jumper, assist the jumper into the jump harness, attach the jumper to the rigging, and operate the lowering system. The jump operator may carry out landing and recovery duties and assist in controlling the public.
SPS 334.72(3)(c)
(c) Landing and recovery operator. The landing and recovery operator shall assist the jumper to land on the landing pad or air bag, assist the jumper to the recovery area, and assist in controlling the public.
SPS 334.72(3)(d)
(d) Registration clerk. The registration clerk shall register the jumper, weigh the jumper, control the movement of the jumper to the jump platform, and assist in controlling the public.
SPS 334.72(3)(e)
(e) Vessel operator. The landing vessel operator shall operate the landing or emergency vessel.
SPS 334.72(4)
(4) Staff training. Staff training shall be conducted by, or under the direct supervision of, a jump master.
SPS 334.72(5)
(5) Staff supervision. Staff who are in training shall be directly supervised at all times.
SPS 334.72 History
History: Cr.
Register, January, 1994, No. 457, eff. 2-1-94.
SPS 334.73(1)
(1)
Contents of manual. The site operating manual shall describe the system of operation to be used and shall include, but not be limited to, a complete description of the following:
SPS 334.73(1)(a)
(a) A site plan containing a plan view of the site with all components in place, with fencing and the jump zone defined.
SPS 334.73(1)(c)
(c) All components in the rigging system which shall include a manufacturer's specification or laboratory test certificate of each component.
SPS 334.73(1)(f)
(f) Jobs of all personnel employed on the site with the minimum qualifications of each person and complete detail of work periods required.
SPS 334.73(1)(g)
(g) Personnel selection criteria and the process for verifying the qualifications of job applicants.
SPS 334.73(1)(h)
(h) Rules concerning the health and safety of staff, patrons and the public.
SPS 334.73(1)(i)
(i) The owner's requirements regarding personnel use of drugs or alcohol and testing procedures which may be required.
SPS 334.73(1)(L)
(L) Emergency procedures to be taken in all possible scenarios which may occur.
SPS 334.73(1)(m)
(m) The rescue training and qualifications required for all staff where the site includes moving water or swift water.
SPS 334.73(1)(n)
(n) The reporting to authorities of incidents resulting in injury.
SPS 334.73(1)(o)
(o) The reporting procedures for any incidents which do not result in injury but which were not in accord with normal operating procedures.
SPS 334.73(1)(p)
(p) Equipment inspection procedures and the logging of those inspections.
SPS 334.73(2)
(2) Following manual. The site shall follow the procedures described in the manual at all times.
SPS 334.73(3)
(3) Changes in procedures. Any requested change in procedures from the site operating manual shall be submitted in writing to the department. Approval shall be obtained from the department prior to implementation.
SPS 334.73 History
History: Cr.
Register, January, 1994, No. 457, eff. 2-1-94.
SPS 334.74
SPS 334.74 Emergency provisions and procedures. SPS 334.74(1)(1)
Emergency plan. Each site shall have an emergency plan.
SPS 334.74(2)
(2) First aid kit. A first aid kit and blankets shall be maintained on site.
SPS 334.74(3)
(3) First aid certification. All jump masters shall have current first aid and CPR certification and complete an annual refresher course.
SPS 334.74(4)
(4) Life saving certification. At sites where the jump or recovery is over water, the jump master and all landing and recovery staff shall be holders of a current life saving certificate and shall have passed the equivalent for in-water rescue of injured persons.
SPS 334.74(5)
(5) Emergency lighting. Emergency lighting shall be provided at all jump sites that operate one-half hour prior to sunset until one-half hour after sunrise. The emergency lighting system shall illuminate the jump platform, the jump zone and the landing area. The emergency lighting system shall have its own power source.
SPS 334.74 History
History: Cr.
Register, January, 1994, No. 457, eff. 2-1-94.
