CHAPTER
Saf-C 1400 CARNIVAL-AMUSEMENT RULES (RSA
321-A:2)
REVISION
NOTE
Document
#5607, effective 4-2-93, adopted rules relative to bungee jumping. Document #5607 contains a new part numbered
Saf-C 1410 and new and amended rules in Saf-C 1401. The insertion of the new rules in Saf-C 1401
required the renumbering editorially of most of the new and existing rules in
Saf-C 1401. The text of the existing
rules in Saf-C 1401 was not included in Document #5607, and therefore the
effective dates for these existing rules remain unchanged by Document #5607.
Document
#5445, effective 8-12-92, contained emergency rules relative to bungee jumping,
but these emergency rules EXPIRED: 12-10-92.
Document #5445 contained new and amended rules in Saf-C 1401 and a new
part numbered Saf-C 1410.
PART
Saf-C 1401 GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
Saf-C
1401.01 Construction. Wherever used in these rules, the following
terms shall be defined as set forth in this part, unless a different meaning is
clearly apparent from the text, or is specifically set forth therein.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.011 "Agent of the
commissioner" means an employee of the commissioner.
Source. #8145, INTERIM, eff 8-25-04, EXPIRED: 2-21-05
New. #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1401.012 "Air supported
structure" means "air supported structure" as defined in RSA
321-A:1, VII.
Source. #8145, INTERIM, eff 8-25-04, EXPIRED: 2-21-05
New. #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1401.02 "Alpine slide" means a
sled with brakes that travels in a trough.
Source. #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.021 "Amusement attraction
" means "amusement attraction" as defined in RSA 321-A:1, VIII.
Source. #8145, INTERIM, eff 8-25-04, EXPIRED: 2-21-05
New. #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C 1401.03 "Ankle harness" means a safety
assembly designed such that each ankle is independently attached to the end
attachments of the bungee cord set.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C
1401.04 "Body harness" means a
safety assembly worn on the user's torso.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99; ss by #7618, eff 12-28-01
Saf-C
1401.05 "Bumper boats" means boats
of the same configuration, that are designed to collide with other bumper boats
and are located in an enclosed body of water, such as a pool.
Source. #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C 1401.06
"Bungee catapulting" means a bungee jump that is distinguishable
from bungee jumping by the act of a jumper who is held on the ground while the
bungee cord is stretched and the jumper
is released and is propelled upwards.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.07
"Bungee cord" means the elastic rope to which a jumper is
attached which lengthens and shortens to produce a bouncing action.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.08
"Bungee jumping" means the act of a person jumping or falling
from a stationary structure while tethered to the structure with a bungee cord.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C
1401.081 "Carnival or amusement
ride" means "carnival or amusement ride" as defined in RSA
321-A:1, I.
Source. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.09 "Commissioner" means
the commissioner of the
Source. #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.10 "Director" means the
director of the division of safety services of the
Source. #2950, eff 1-3-85; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.11 "Factor of safety"
means the ratio of the actual load capacity of a carnival or amusement ride to
the load capacity the carnival or amusement ride could tolerate, as established
in the manufacturing process.
Source. #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1401.12 "Go carts" means any
small motorized vehicles that are driven on a track specifically designed for
the defined.
Source. #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.121 “Homemade ride or device” means
a carnival or amusement ride that was not manufactured by a recognized
manufacturer or any carnival or amusement ride which has been altered without
the approval of the manufacturer.
Source. #7618, eff 12-28-01; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1401.122 “Inspection” means the physical
examination of a carnival or amusement ride, associated electrical equipment, and the grounds and area around such
ride made by the commissioner or his designee.
Source. #7618, eff 12-28-01; ss by #8319, EMERGENCY,
eff 4-5-05, EXPIRED: 10-2-05; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05; ss by #8649, eff 6-2-06
Saf-C 1401.13
"Jump area" means the maximum area, in all directions, for
movement of the jumper.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.14
"Jump direction" means the direction, either forward or
backward, in which a jumper jumps off the platform.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.15
"Jump harness" means the assembly worn by a jumper, which is
attached to the bungee cord.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for Saf-C
1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.16
"Jump height" means the distance from the jump platform to the
bottom of the jump zone.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.17
"Jump master" means the person responsible for the bungee
jumping operation and who prepares the jumper for the bungee jump.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C
1401.18 "Jump operator" means
the person who assists the jump master to prepare a jumper for a bungee jump
and operates the lowering system.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99; ss by #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C 1401.19
"Jump point" means the position from which the jumper leaves
the platform.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for Saf-C
1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.191 “Jump space” means the jump zone plus a
safety factor in all directions.
Source. #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.192 “Jump
zone” means the space bounded by the maximum designed movements of the jumper
or any part of the jumper.
Source. #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.20
"Jumper" means a person who jumps or falls from a structure
and is attached to a bungee cord.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93 , EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.21
"Landing area" means the surface area of a net, landing pad,
air bag or water directly under where the jumper lands.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.22
"Lowering system" means any manual or mechanical equipment capable
of lowering a jumper to the designated landing area.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C
1401.23 "Mountain coaster"
means a sled with brakes that travels on metal rails.
Source. #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.24 "Owner or operator" means
a person who owns or controls or has the duty to control the operation of a
carnival or amusement ride.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRES: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1401.25 "Physical operator"
means the person who physically controls the operation of a carnival or
amusement ride while said carnival or amusement ride is being used by, or is
open to the public.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C 1401.26
"Platform" means the area attached to a structure from which a
jumper jumps or falls.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New.
#7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C
1401.261 “Ride file jacket” means a file
concerning an individual carnival or amusement ride which contains the information
specified in Saf-C 1404.021.
Source. #7618 eff 12-28-01; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C 1401.27
"Safe working load" means the maximum rated load as established
by the manufacturer which can be safely handled by the structure, with a
safety factor of not less than 4 times the maximum designed weight of the load.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.28
“Structure” means a permanent structure used for bungee jumping.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1401.29
“Tandem jumping” means the act of harnessing 2 people together for the
purpose of jumping simultaneously from the same jump platform.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607 eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C
1401.30 "Water rides or conveyances"
means any ride where the participant is seated in or on a component that is
conveyed through troughs of water.
Source. #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.31 "Water slide" means a slide
with water circulating through troughs and in which participant sits on a mat
or on the slide surface itself and is carried down the slide on the water.
Source. #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89;
ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95,
EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1401.32 Scope.
(a) The department construes “carnival or
amusement ride” as defined in RSA 321-A:1, I to include but is not limited to
the following:
(1) Water slides;
(2) Alpine slides;
(3) Mountain coasters;
(4) Bumper boats;
(5) Go carts;
(6) Water rides or conveyances;
(7) Bungee jumping;
(8) Slides over 8 feet in height;
(9) Devices that require the user to wear a body
harness;
(10) Air supported structures;
(11) Amusement attractions; and
(12) Homemade rides.
(b) Unless otherwise specifically stated in these
rules, all devices listed in (a) above shall be subject to the provisions of
these rules. Carnival or amusement rides
not subject to these rules shall be those such as coin operated rides.
Source. #2950, eff 1-3-85; ss by #4321, eff 10-6-87;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; amd by #5445, Emergency, eff 8-12-92, EXPIRED:
12-10-92
New. #5607, eff 4-2-93; amd by #5940, INTERIM, eff
1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; amd by #5952, eff 1-24-95; ss by #7618, eff 12-28-01;
amd by #8145, INTERIM, eff 8-25-04, EXPIRED: 2-21-05
New. #8342, eff 4-28-05
PART
Saf-C 1402 SAFE INSTALLATION
Saf-C
1402.01 Standards.
(a) All carnival or amusement rides shall conform
to the standards set forth in the 2004 edition of the American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standards on Amusement Rides and Devices.
(b) Homemade rides or devices shall be:
(1) Built to conform to or exceed the standards
set forth in the ASTM Standards on Amusement Rides and Devices; and
(2) Certified by an agent of the commissioner as
meeting such standards.
(c) The standards described in (a) above may be
obtained from:
American
Society for Testing and Materials
West
Telephone:
(610) 832-9500.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95; ss by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #8145, INTERIM, eff
8-25-04, EXPIRED: 2-21-05
New. #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1402.02 Responsibility.
(a) The responsibility for the safe installation of
a carnival or amusement ride shall rest with the owner or operator.
(b) The owner or operator shall provide safety
devices, a safe work environment and safety equipment which meet all state and
federal regulations including but not limited to hard hats, body harnesses, and
appropriately designed and installed electrical equipment.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95; ss by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #8319, EMERGENCY, eff
4-5-05, EXPIRED: 10-2-05; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05; amd by #8649, eff 6-2-06
Saf-C
1402.03 Safety Factors.
(a) All consideration for public safety shall be
given in designating the location of each carnival or amusement ride and the
safe installation thereof, including but not limited to the following:
(1) The physical nature of surrounding objects or
surfaces that might produce undesirable contact for the riders of the carnival
or ride;
(2) The reasonably foreseeable changes that are
likely to occur in the location or nature of the surroundings;
(3) Site to be free from large rocks, debris or
any holes; and
(4) Site to be sufficiently level to provide safe
operation of the ride or device.
(b) Conductors shall have a vertical clearance to
ground in accordance with Article 225.18 of the National Electrical Code, 2005
edition, NFPA 70, published by the National Fire Protection Association. These clearances shall apply only to wiring
installed outside of tents and concessions.
(c) Amusement rides or devices shall be
maintained not less than 4.5 m (15 ft) in any direction from overhead
conductors operating at 600 volts or less, except for the conductors supplying
the amusement ride or device. Amusement
rides or devices shall not be located under or within 4.5 m (15 ft)
horizontally of conductors operating in excess of 600 volts.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; amd by #8319, EMERGENCY, eff
4-5-05, EXPIRED: 10-2-05; amd by#8649, eff 6-2-06
Saf-C
1402.04 Fences Required.
(a) All carnival or amusement rides shall be
surrounded by fencing in accordance with the requirements of the 2003 edition
of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code as published by the National Fire Protection
Association.
(b) Each fence opening shall have a hinged gate
adequate to prevent a child from inadvertently entering the enclosed area.
(c) All gates in the fence surrounding a carnival
or amusement ride shall include a latching device that engages when the gate is
closed.
(d) Fences and gates shall be constructed and
installed so as to prevent riders or spectators from touching the carnival or
amusement ride and fences or gates at the same time.
(e) All fencing and gates shall be:
(1) At least 42 inches high;
(2) Designed, constructed and erected to prevent
overturning or climbing by riders or spectators;
(3) Constructed so as to prevent passage of a
sphere or round object 4 inches in diameter through all openings; and
(4) Grounded in accordance with NFPA 70, National
Electric Code, 2005 edition.
(f) Notwithstanding the requirements of (a)
above, fencing manufactured before January 1, 1993 and attached to the carnival
or amusement ride by the manufacturer may remain in service.
(g) Notwithstanding the requirements of (a)
above, if a ride is not designed to be fenced, a certification from the
manufacturer that states “No fence required” shall be kept in the ride file
jacket.
(h) Carnival or amusement rides in a fixed
location shall be permitted to use, in lieu of fencing, existing physical
characteristics which prevent unpermitted intrusion, after an inspection is
conducted pursuant to Saf-C 1406.01.
(i) For the purpose of (h) above, “physical
characteristics” includes trees, shrubs and water.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
amd by #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff
1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95; ss by #7618, eff 12-28-01;
amd by #8319, EMERGENCY, eff 4-5-05, EXPIRED: 10-2-05; ss by #8342, eff
4-28-05; amd by #8649, eff 6-2-06
Saf-C
1402.05 Employees. The assembly and disassembly of a carnival or
amusement ride shall be performed by trained persons under the supervision of a
person who has been qualified and authorized by the owner or operator to
perform such work.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRES: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1402.06 Assembly Parts. In assembling parts of a carnival or
amusement ride, no part shall be bent, distorted, cut or otherwise altered to
make it fit its original intended position by design.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1402.07 Tools Used.
(a) All persons engaged in the assembly or
disassembly of carnival or amusement ride shall be provided with and shall use tools
of proper size and design to enable said work to be performed safely and
properly.
(b) The owner or operator shall be responsible
for providing said tools.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1402.08 Parts Specifications. All bolts, pins and other fastening and
locking devices in all carnival or amusement rides shall be equivalent or
superior to original equipment manufacturer's specifications pertaining to the
fit and hardness of material.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1402.09 Lubrication Required. All moving parts in all carnival or amusement
rides shall be lubricated by manufacturer's recommendation or, in the absence
of manufacturer's recommendations, shall be lubricated to industry standards,
as set forth in the 2004 edition of the American Society for Testing and
Materials (ASTM) Standards on Amusement Rides and Devices.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1402.10 Electrical Wiring.
(a) Under the authority provided by RSA 321-A:2,
the commissioner hereby adopts as a rule, the National Electrical Code, 2005
edition, NFPA 70, published by the National Fire Protection Association.
(b) All electrical wiring associated with any
carnival or amusement ride shall comply with all relevant provisions of said
code.
(c) All generating plants shall be designed and
maintained in accordance with the provisions of the National Electrical Code, 2005
edition, NFPA 70, published by the National Fire Protection Association. Each plant shall be individually identified
by a unique identification number.
(d) All generators shall be inspected and
certified annually by a licensed New Hampshire electrician to comply with the
National Electrical Code, 2005 edition, NFPA 70, or listed by a third party
testing agency published by the National Fire Protection Association. This
certification shall contain the unique identification number required in (c) above
and shall remain with the generator and be presented in hand to any authorized
agent of the commissioner upon request.
(e) All distribution boxes shall be designed and
maintained in accordance with the provisions of the National Electrical Code,
2005 edition, NFPA 70, published by the National Fire Protection
Association. Each box shall be
individually identified by a unique identification number. All new distribution boxes shall be certified
by a third party inspection agency. All
existing distribution boxes shall be individually certified by a third party
testing agency or a licensed
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95; amd by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #7833, INTERIM, eff
2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04;
amd by #8319, EMERGENCY, eff 4-5-05, EXPIRED: 10-2-05; amd by #8342, eff
4-28-05; amd by #8649, eff 6-2-06
PART
Saf-C 1403 REPAIRS
Saf-C
1403.01 Factor of Safety.
(a) All repairs of carnival or amusement rides
shall be made and completed in a manner that follows the manufacturer’s
specifications. The owner/operator shall
be responsible for proper completion of repairs.
(b) The requirement in (a) above shall pertain to
all aspects of each carnival or amusement ride including but not limited to,
all of the following:
(1) Structure;
(2) Controls;
(3) Power supplies;
(4) Power conversion;
(5) Governors;
(6) Speed limiters;
(7) Signal systems;
(8) Restraining devices;
(9) Braking;
(10) Anti-rollback devices; and
(11) Supporting structures.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff
1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95; amd by #7618, eff 12-28-01;
amd by #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1403.02 Structural Analysis/Design.
(a) In the event that designs are not available
from a manufacturer or fabricator of a device, the operator shall furnish a
structural analysis to the department. A
structural analysis shall consist of a written statement by an individual
designated by the department, qualified by skill and experience, to conduct an
analysis of the carnival or amusement ride or associated electrical equipment.
(b) For the purposes of this section, qualified
by skill and experience means that the individual possesses a professional
engineering degree in the specific area(s) being addressed by the design, and
has completed an actual inspection while accompanied by an agent of the commissioner,
to determine attention to detail, completeness of inspection, and proper
procedure.
(c) Designs of a device or a structural analysis
shall be required for carnival or amusement rides that the agents are
unfamiliar with.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff
1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; amd by #8319, EMERGENCY,
eff 4-5-05, EXPIRED: 10-2-05; amd by #8342, eff 4-28-05; ss by #8649, eff
6-2-06
PART
Saf-C 1404 MAINTENANCE
Saf-C
1404.01 Standard Required. All carnival or amusement rides shall be
maintained in the manner prescribed by the manufacturer of the carnival or
amusement ride. If the manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance are not available, the carnival or amusement ride
shall be maintained in a manner which will prevent the carnival or amusement
ride from becoming hazardous to any user, operator, or spectator. The responsibility for proper maintenance
shall rest with the owner/operator.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1404.02 Daily Inspection Required.
(a) An operator shall be responsible for
inspection and repair of a carnival or amusement ride each day before a
carnival or amusement ride is opened to receive passengers.
(b) The inspection required by this section shall
include but not be limited to all of the following:
(1) Safety belts, bars, locks, and other
passenger restraints;
(2) All automatic and manual safety devices;
(3) Signal systems, brakes, and control devices;
(4) Safety pins and keys;
(5) Fencing, guards, barricades, stairways, and
ramps;
(6) Structure and moving parts;
(7) Tightness of bolts and nuts;
(8) Blocking, support braces, and jackstands;
(9) Electrical equipment;
(10) Lubrication as per manufacturer's
instruction;
(11) Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment;
(12) Visual inspection of entrances, exits,
stairways, ramps, and walkways;
(13) Functional test of all communications equipment
necessary for the operation of the ride;
(14) Visual inspection of the ride structure;
(15) The carnival or amusement ride shall be
observed operating for a complete cycle;
(16) All items not listed above yet included in
the manufacturer's daily inspection checklist;
(17) Inspection of these items shall be conducted
in accordance with procedures and methods prescribed by the manufacturer; and
(18) Documentation of the grounding conductor
continuity assurance as required by Article 525.32 of the National Electrical
Code, 2005 edition, NFPA 70 published by the National Fire Protection
Association.
(c) Inspections required by this section shall be
documented in writing on a daily basis.
Written reports shall be kept with the carnival or amusement ride
inspected and shall be kept at the location of the carnival or amusement ride
in the ride file jacket.
(d) For the purpose of (c) above, ”kept with the
ride” means that the report is in the ride file jacket and is located on the
grounds of the fair, carnival or park.
(e) All written reports required by this section
shall be completed on a form which includes at minimum the information in (f)
below.
(f) Reporters shall supply on the form in (e)
above the following information:
(1) Date of inspection;
(2) Name or description of carnival or amusement
ride inspected;
(3) Name and job title of person performing the
inspection;
(4) Certification by the person performing the
inspection that all of the requirements set forth in paragraph (b) have been
met;
(5) For the documentation required by (b)(18)
above, clear identification of what components have been tested;
(6) Signature of person performing the
inspection; and
(7) Whether each of the items listed in (b) above
were performed in a satisfactory or unsatisfactory manner or were not
applicable.
(g) To ensure compliance, all written reports
required by this rule shall be made available to any authorized agent of the
commissioner upon request. No owner,
operator, or employee thereof shall refuse or fail to provide such agent with
said report(s), nor refuse to allow such agent to take said report(s) in hand
for inspection. The owner/operator of a
relocatable carnival or amusement ride shall comply with RSA 321-A:2-a relative
to weekly submission of inspection reports which are described herein.
(h) All written reports required by this rule
shall be kept by the owner or operator for a period of 2 years, pursuant to RSA
321-A:2-a, I(a)(4), following the date of inspection.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; amd by #2575, eff
12-30-83; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85; amd by #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff
1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95;
amd by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED:
8-21-03; ss by #8045, eff 2-20-04; amd by #8319, EMERGENCY, eff 4-5-05,
EXPIRED: 10-2-05; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05; amd by #8649, eff 6-2-06
Saf-C
1404.021 Ride File Jacket.
(a) Each carnival or amusement ride shall have a
current ride file jacket.
(b) The file shall be kept on the grounds where
the carnival or amusement ride is being operated.
(c) The ride file jacket shall contain:
(1) The non-destructive test report on the
testing contractor’s official letterhead;
(2) The name of the carnival or amusement ride,
the manufacturer and date of manufacture;
(3) Maintenance records;
(4) Operator training records;
(5) Alteration records;
(6) Ride serial number, and in the case of a
homemade ride or device, a serial number assigned by the agent of the
commissioner and any information identifying such carnival or amusement ride
and its manufacturer, and documentation regarding non-destructive testing
requirements;
(7) Daily check lists;
(8) Agent of the commissioner's reports; and
(9) Listing certification of distribution boxes
by third party inspection agency or
(10) Listing certification of each generator by
third party inspection agency or annual certification letter from
(11) The manufacturer’s English-language owner or
operator’s manual or in the case of a homemade ride, air supported structure,
carnival or amusement attraction an owner or operator’s manual prepared by a
state licensed engineer.
(d) The ride file jacket shall be presented to
the agent of the commissioner upon his/her request.
Source. #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #8145, INTERIM,
eff 8-25-04, EXPIRED: 2-21-05; amd by #8319, EMERGENCY, eff 4-5-05, EXPIRED:
10-2-05; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05; amd by #8649, eff 6-2-06
Saf-C
1404.03 Operator and User Conduct. All persons operating, riding on, or
otherwise using or viewing a carnival or amusement ride shall conduct
themselves in a manner which will not endanger:
(a) Any other person operating, riding on, or
otherwise using said carnival or amusement ride, or any other carnival or
amusement ride;
(b) Themselves;
(c) Any employee of the owner or operator of the
carnival or amusement ride; and/or
(d) The carnival or amusement ride.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, eff INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95;
ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1404.04 Operator's Authority.
(a) The physical operator of a carnival or
amusement ride, shall refuse admission to any carnival or amusement ride, or if
admitted on a carnival or amusement ride shall remove, any person who is acting
in a manner that may cause or contribute to the injury of himself or others.
(b) The reasons for said refusal or removal shall
include, but not be limited to, all of the following conditions that interfere
with public safety:
(1) Drunkenness;
(2)
Drug abuse;
(3) Refusal to obey rules posted by the operator
for the safe use of the carnival or amusement ride; and
(4) Behavior which interferes with the safe
operation of a carnival or amusement ride.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
PART
Saf-C 1405 OPERATION
Saf-C
1405.01 Operational Requirements.
(a) Carnival or amusement rides shall be operated
only after the requirements of RSA 321-A and these rules have been met. The carnival or amusement rides shall be
operated only by personnel certified by the owner or operator to be competent,
experienced, and instructed in the operation of the carnival or amusement
ride(s) which they are responsible for operating. This certification shall be kept in the ride
file jacket.
(b) Except in an emergency, no person shall
operate a carnival or amusement ride until that person has been authorized to
engage in such operation. Such
authorization shall be given only by the owner or operator of the carnival or
amusement ride.
(c) The responsibility for the safe operation of
all carnival or amusement rides shall rest with the owner/operator.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95; amd by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #7833, INTERIM, eff
2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03; ss by #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1405.02 Operator Required.
(a) There shall be one authorized physical
operator for each carnival or amusement ride in operation.
(b) The operator shall attend his/her assigned carnival
or amusement ride and no other while the carnival or amusement ride is in
operation.
(c) Operators shall conform to the manufacturer’s
requirements for operational personnel.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95; ss by #7618, eff 12-28-01; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1405.03 Disconnect Switch Required.
(a) Every carnival or amusement ride shall be
equipped with a fused disconnect switch or circuit
breaker located within sight and within 1.8 m (6 ft) of the operator’s
station. The disconnecting means shall
be readily accessible to the operator, including when the ride is in
operation. However, the operator shall
not be required to cross a moving ride to access the disconnect means. Where accessible to unqualified persons, the
enclosure for the switch or circuit breaker shall be of the lockable type. A shunt trip device that opens the fused
disconnect or circuit breaker when a switch located in the ride operator’s
console is closed shall be a permissible method
of opening the circuit.
(b) The disconnect switch shall be maintained in good
working order at all times, and shall not be bypassed or in any way rendered
inoperable during operation of the carnival or amusement ride to which it is
attached.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; amd by #8319, EMERGENCY,
eff 4-5-05, EXPIRED: 10-2-05; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05; amd by #8649, eff
6-2-06
Saf-C
1405.04 Accident Procedure.
(a) All operators of carnival or amusement rides
shall adhere to the procedures set forth in this section regarding accidents.
(b) A carnival or amusement ride shall be
immediately closed and the commissioner or his agent notified within one hour
upon the occurrence of an accident which:
(1) Causes the death of any person as a result of
a defect in the design of the carnival or amusement ride, operator error,
malfunction, or the rider's fault;
(2) Causes serious injury that indicates that the
safety of future users of the carnival or amusement ride might be in jeopardy,
as a result of a defect in the design of the carnival or amusement ride,
operator error, malfunction, or the rider's fault;
(3) Causes injury to any person, where the injury
requires the admission of the injured person to a hospital, or otherwise
results in the injured person being treated at a hospital either on an
inpatient or outpatient basis; or
(4) Causes damage to the carnival or amusement
ride or to any of its component systems which would effect the safety of the
carnival or amusement ride.
(c) When a carnival or amusement ride has been
closed, in accordance with paragraph (b), the carnival or amusement ride shall
remain closed until the department has completed its investigation of the
accident.
(d) The department's investigation shall focus on
the cause of the accident, such as:
(1) Patron error;
(2) Operator error; or
(3) Mechanical error.
(e) The commissioner or his authorized
representative shall issue an order expressly granting permission to reopen said
carnival or amusement ride at the conclusion of the investigation.
(f) The following shall apply when a carnival or
amusement ride has been closed, in accordance with paragraph (b):
(1) The carnival or amusement ride shall not be
removed from the site of the incident until a written release has been granted
by the commissioner or his authorized representative at the conclusion of the
investigation;
(2) Prior to such approval, neither the carnival
or amusement ride itself, nor the surrounding area shall be disturbed, cleaned
up, or altered;
(3) The provisions of this paragraph shall not
apply when action contrary to the requirements set forth herein is necessary
for the preservation of life, the removal of injured persons or bodies, the
preservation of property, or to permit the flow of traffic.
(g) A carnival or amusement ride that should have
been closed after an accident but continued to operate until it was ordered
closed, in accordance with paragraph (b), shall not be moved from the site of
the accident until a written release has been granted by the commissioner or
his authorized representative at the conclusion of the investigation.
(h) The following shall apply pending the receipt
of the written release by the commissioner or his authorized agent, in
accordance with paragraph (g):
(1) Prior to receiving the written release,
neither the carnival or amusement ride itself, or the surrounding area shall be
disturbed, cleaned up, or altered; and
(2) The provisions of this paragraph shall not
apply when action contrary to the requirements set forth herein is necessary
for the preservation of life, the removal of injured persons or bodies, the
preservation of property, or to permit the flow of traffic.
(i) A written accident report shall be sent by
the operator to the commissioner within 5 days of any accident on a
"Amusement Ride Accident Report" form furnished by the division.
(j) The operator shall supply on the amusement
ride accident report the following information:
(1) Date of the report;
(2) Registration number;
(3) Name of amusement ride;
(4) Time and exact location of accident;
(5) Name and address of persons killed or
injured;
(6) Weather conditions;
(7) Name and address of the physical operator in
charge;
(8) Attendant or attendants at time of accident
and their names and addresses;
(9) Type of carnival or amusement ride on which
the accident occurred;
(10) Description of the accident;
(11) Operator's opinion as to the cause of the
accident;
(12) Known witnesses and their names and
addresses;
(13) Whether carnival or amusement ride is
registered;
(14) Whether the carnival or amusement ride had
been inspected, pursuant to Saf-C 1404.02, and if so, the:
a. Date of last inspection; and
b. Name and address of the agent;
(15) Whether safety devices required by Saf-C 1400
were installed;
(16) Name of hospital/doctor where injured taken;
(17) Whether first aid equipment was available at the
scene of the accident;
(18) Detailed description of mechanical failure;
and
(19) Signature of operator.
(k) The operator shall maintain copies of
accident reports involving any injury that occurs, at the location of the
carnival or amusement ride, for a period of 3 years from the date of the
incident. These reports shall be open to
the inspection of the commissioner or his agent during normal business hours.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; amd by #2575, eff
12-30-83; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85; ss by #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff
1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff
1-24-95; amd by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03,
EXPIRED: 8-21-03; ss by #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1405.05 Inspection Permitted.
(a) The issuance of a registration decal shall
allow any authorized agent of the commissioner free access to the carnival or amusement
rides to which the decal is issued, as well as to the grounds upon which the
carnival or amusement ride is located, when agent is performing duties relating
to the carnival or amusement ride.
(b) In order to keep the commissioner informed
regarding the operation of relocatable carnival or amusement ride, the owner or
operator of such carnival or amusement rides shall submit, with the required
registration materials, a tentative itinerary providing dates and locations of
expected operation in the state of
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1405.06 Insurance Coverage Required.
(a) Where the insurance contract held by a
carnival or amusement ride owner or operator as required in RSA 321-A, expires or
is canceled, notice shall be furnished to the commissioner by the insurance
carrier not less than 10 days prior to said expiration or cancellation.
(b) All carnival or amusement rides covered by an
insurance contract shall be closed no later than the date of expiration or
cancellation of the contract. Carnival
or amusement rides shall remain closed until the requisite insurance, pursuant
to RSA 321-A:5,III, is re-obtained and is in effect and the department of safety
has been notified in writing.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1405.07 Stress Analysis Required. Pursuant to RSA 321-A:6, in the case of newly
developed carnival or amusement rides and altered mechanisms, carnival or amusement
ride operators shall furnish a stress analysis to the commissioner.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
Saf-C
1405.08 Periodic Testing.
(a) All carnival or amusement rides that have
life supporting spindles, shafts or supplementary spindles shall be tested in
accordance with this section by a method of non-destructive testing.
(b) Non-destructive testing shall be performed by
qualified testing firms and a copy of certification of successful completion of
said testing shall be filed with the division.
(c) Testing shall be conducted every 5 years and
shall be completed on carnival or amusement rides which have operated 5 or more
years or seasons, unless manufacturer's specifications require testing on a
more frequent interval.
(d) Non-destructive testing shall be conducted as
follows:
(1) Testing shall be performed in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions;
(2) If the manufacturer of the carnival or
amusement ride has no requirements pertaining to non-destructive testing, or if
the carnival or amusement ride is homemade or has been so altered that the
manufacturer will no longer accept it as its product, an engineer approved by
the commissioner shall determine:
a. The areas of the carnival or amusement ride to be tested;
b. The method of non-destructive testing to be
used; and
c. The frequency of such testing;
(3) Testing shall be conducted by an independent
and qualified testing agency in accordance with the standards set forth in the
American Society for Testing and Materials ASTM Standards on Amusement Rides
and Devices, 2003 edition; and
(4) Testing by a carnival or amusement ride owner
or manager shall not be acceptable.
(e) All manufacturer safety requirements
pertaining to the operation of the carnival or amusement ride shall be followed
during non-destructive testing. The
commissioner shall set additional safety requirements if necessary to protect
life.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95; amd by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #7833, INTERIM, eff
2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03; ss by #8045, eff 2-20-04 ; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1405.09 Emergency Situation.
(a) Each park or carnival shall have a written
plan setting out procedures to be followed when an emergency situation occurs.
(b) The plan shall include, but not be limited
to, the following emergency situations:
(1) Fires;
(2) Power failure;
(3) Hurricanes;
(4) Electrical storms;
(5) Riots;
(6) Need for medical care;
(7) Floods; and
(8) Chemical spills or explosions.
(c) The plan shall be available for inspection by
the commissioner or his agent during normal business hours.
Source. #2950, eff 1-3-85; amd by #4321, eff 10-6-87;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRES: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04
PART
Saf-C 1406 INSPECTION
Saf-C
1406.01 Inspection Required.
(a) Prior to operation of any carnival or amusement
ride for the general public, the operator shall have the carnival or amusement
ride inspected by an agent of the commissioner pursuant to RSA 321-A:2-a and
RSA 321-A:5, III.
(b) Pursuant to RSA 321-A:2-a, operators of fixed
location carnival or amusement rides shall have their carnival or amusement
rides inspected at the following times:
(1) Within 15 days of the expected date of
operation each season;
(2) After the carnival or amusement ride has been
disassembled and reassembled;
(3) After receipt of inspection reports submitted
by the operator; and
(4) At unannounced times.
(c) Pursuant to RSA 321-A:2-a, operators of
relocatable carnival or amusement rides shall have their carnival or amusement
rides inspected at the following times:
(1) When first assembled in
(2) Not less than 90 days, nor more than 120 days
after the inspection in (1);
(3) After receipt of inspection reports submitted
daily by the operator;
(4) At unannounced times; and
(5) After the carnival or amusement ride has been
disassembled and reassembled.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4321, eff 10-6-87; ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; amd by #5276, eff 11-20-91;
amd by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95;
ss by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #8145, INTERIM, eff 8-25-04, EXPIRED: 2-21-05
New. #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1406.02 Requirements for Inspectors Acceptable
to the Commissioner. - REPEALED
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; amd by #5276, eff 11-20-91; amd by #5940, INTERIM, eff
1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; rpld by #8145, INTERIM,
eff 8-25-04
PART
Saf-C 1407 IDENTIFICATION
Saf-C
1407.01 Identification Plate Required.
(a) A permanent
(b) A numbered metal identification plate measuring
1” x 3” shall be provided by the department of safety.
(c) The identification plate shall be permanently
affixed to the carnival or amusement ride by the owner/operator prior to public
operation.
(d) The identification plate shall be placed in
immediate proximity of the
(e) If a permanent identification plate is lost
or stolen, the department of safety, tramway and amusement ride bureau shall be
notified immediately.
(f) Replacement identification plate shall be
provided to the owner/operator at a replacement fee of $120.00.
Source. #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff
1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; amd by #8115, eff
7-14-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05; amd by #8649, eff 6-2-06
Saf-C
1407.02 Numbering. The operator of any carnival or amusement ride
that is composed of individual carriers, or his designee shall number each unit
of the carnival or amusement ride to enable identification of each separate
carrier unit. The numbers shall be at
least 2 inches in height and shall be placed where they shall remain legible.
Source. #8045, eff 2-20-04 (formerly Saf-C 1407.01);
ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
PART
Saf-C 1408 REGISTRATION
Saf-C
1408.01 Registration Form.
(a) All persons required to register a carnival
or amusement ride pursuant to RSA 321-A:5, shall make application for said
registration to the division upon the
"Carnival or Amusement Ride Registration Form".
(b) The applicant shall supply all of the
following information on the form:
(1) The owner or operator's name, address,
telephone number, business license number or other identification number, and
date of birth;
(2) Business' name, address, and telephone number
of carnival or amusement ride company;
(3) Name and make of such carnival or amusement
ride to be registered, as well as:
a. Serial number of each such carnival or
amusement ride;
b. If no serial number appears on the carnival
or amusement ride, a number shall be assigned by the owner or insurer in order
to allow a positive identification;
c. The required fee at $120.00 per carnival or
amusement ride, pursuant to Saf-C 1408.03; and
(4) A copy of the operator's annual inspection
form, which shall include the following:
a. Name of business;
b. Name of owner/operator;
c. Address and telephone number;
d. Type of carnival or amusement ride;
e. Manufacturer and serial or ID number;
f. Inspection information, such as, passed or
needs repair;
g. Certification that the owner/operator has
inspected all of the listed carnival or amusement rides and that each complies
with the rules and RSA 321-A and that the carnival or amusement rides are safe
to operate for the public, unless noted in the inspection information column;
and
h. Date and signature of owner/operator.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95; amd by #7618, eff 12-28-01; amd by #7833, INTERIM, eff
2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03; ss by #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C 1408.02 Documentation. In addition to the completed form required by
Saf-C 1408.01, each applicant for a registration shall submit a copy of the
insurance policy covering each carnival or amusement ride to be registered.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
Saf-C
1408.03 Fees.
(a)
Pursuant to RSA 321-A:5, I, the annual
registration fee for a carnival or amusement ride shall be $130.00 which shall include the decal fee
authorized by RSA 321-A:4.
(b)
The
registration fee shall be paid for each carnival or amusement ride registered.
(c)
Each
registration shall be valid from January to December of each calendar year.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95; amd by #7618, eff 12-28-01; ss by #8045, eff 2-20-04;
amd by #8115, eff 7-14-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05; amd by #9576, eff 10-23-09
PART
Saf-C 1409 SUSPENSION
Saf-C 1409.01 Notice.
(a)
In any case in which a suspension of operation is ordered by the
commissioner or his authorized agent pursuant to RSA 321-A:7, the written
notice required by that statute shall be issued on the "Notice of Suspension"
form.
(b)
The form shall include all of the following:
(1) The owner or operator's name;
(2) Date of issuance;
(3) Order to cease operation;
(4) Identification of carnival or amusement rides
covered by such order;
(5) Notification that the carnival or amusement
ride shall remain closed until permission to reopen is expressly granted by the
commissioner or his agent;
(6) Reason for suspension;
(7) Required corrective action; and
(8) Affidavit of service which shall include:
a. Certification that the order was served on
the owner or operator;
b. Date and time of such service;
c. Signature of person making service.
Source. #2229, eff 12-31-82; ss by #2950, eff 1-3-85;
ss by #4531, eff 1-1-89; ss by #5940, INTERIM, eff 1-1-95, EXPIRED: 5-1-95; ss
by #5952, eff 1-24-95, EXPIRED: 1-24-03
New. #7833, INTERIM, eff 2-22-03, EXPIRED: 8-21-03
New. #8045, eff 2-20-04; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05
PART
Saf-C 1410 BUNGEE JUMPING
Saf-C 1410.01 Jumping Site.
(a) Each jump site
shall be free of any obstructions within 20 feet, in all directions, of the
jumping tower or crane.
(b) Where jumps occur
over water, the water shall be at least 9 feet deep.
(c) Where jumps
occur over land an air bag, landing pad or safety net shall be used.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.02 Structures.
(a) The structure for
bungee jumping shall be a tower which is permanently located on a site and has
a permanent platform or a crane if the provisions of Saf-C 1410.22 and 1410.23
have been met.
(b) Structures shall
not include:
(1)
(2) Lifts;
(3) Bridges;
(4) Billboards;
(5) Radio towers; or
(6) Any other structure not permanently located.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.03 Jumping Platform.
(a) Jumping platforms
shall conform to the following:
(1) The safe working load shall be determined by
the maximum weight on the platform at any one time, with a safety factor of not
less than 5 times the maximum designed platform weight;
(2) The platform shall have a non-slip surface;
(3) The platform shall have anchor points for
safety harnesses, designed and placed to best suit the movements of anyone on
the platform;
(4) The platform shall be fitted with a permanent
fence separate from the jump point to contain the jumper during preparation;
and
(5) There shall be a gate across the jump point
which shall remain closed when a jumper is not present.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.04 Lowering System.
(a) The system for
lowering the jumper to the landing area shall be operated by the jump operator.
(b) There shall be
an alternative method of jumper recovery should the main lowering system fail.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.05 Bungee Cord Requirements.
(a) Bungee cords
shall be equipped with non-metallic connectors and either bungee cord covers or
cord sleeves. The operating length of a
bungee cord at its maximum designed dynamic load shall not exceed 4 times its
unloaded length.
(b) The cord and its
non-metallic connectors shall be discarded and no longer used for bungee
jumping when one of the following occurs:
(1) Exposure to daylight exceeds 250 hours,
unless the cord cover or sleeve fully protects all of the cord from visible and
ultra-violet exposure;
(2) 6 months have passed from the date of
manufacture;
(3) Threads exhibit wear, such as bunched
threads, uneven tension between threads or thread bands;
(4) Broken threads in excess of 5%;
(5) Contact with solvents, corrosive or abrasive
substances;
(6) When the strength of the cord is reduced to
less than the maximum designed dynamic load;
(7) After a maximum of 500 jumps using that cord;
(8) When the cord or its connectors are not in
compliance with the manufacturer's specifications; or
(9) Any other flaws are found that impact the
cord’s safety.
(c) No cord shall be
used for successive jumps. At least 5
minutes shall lapse between jumps with a particular cord, to allow the cord to
fully return to its original unloaded length.
(d) Bungee cords
shall be examined daily. Before starting
the day's operations, the jump master shall visually inspect the entire length
and circumference of the bungee cord for signs of wear. The inspection shall be repeated at least 4
times during daily operation and recorded in the site log.
(e) When unexpected
changes in bungee cord performance occur, the bungee cord shall be replaced
immediately.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.06 Jumping Harness and Ankle Strapping.
(a) A jump harness
shall be either a body harness or an ankle harness.
(b) A jump harness
shall be available to fit the range of patron sizes accepted for jumping.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.07 Ropes. All ropes for holding and/or lowering the
user shall have a breaking load of at least 6,000 pounds.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New.
#7000, eff 5-25-99; ss by #7618, eff
12-28-01 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.08 Hardware.
(a) Carabineers shall
be the screw gate type, manufactured of hardened steel, with at least a minimum
breaking load of 6,000 pounds.
(b) Pulleys and
shackles shall be manufactured of hardened steel and shall have a minimum
breaking load of at least 6,000 pounds.
(c) All pulleys
shall be compatible with the rope size.
(d) Webbing shall be
flat or tubular mountaineering webbing or equivalent with a minimum breaking
load of at least 6,000 pounds. If
military specification cords are used, all webbing shall have redundant
connections.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES: 2-16-08;
ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.09 Equipment Inspection.
(a) All jump
rigging, harnesses, lowering system and safety gear shall be inspected at least
4 times a day. Inspections, findings and
corrective action shall be recorded in the site log.
(b) Hardware that
has been subjected to improper loadings, impacts against hard surfaces
or having surface damage, shall be replaced immediately.
(c) All ropes,
webbing and bindings shall be inspected visually, and by feel for signs of wear,
fraying or damage by corrosive substances.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.10 Replacement of Rigging and Equipment.
(a) At least one set
of replacement equipment for the following items shall be available on site at
all times:
(1) Bungee cords;
(2) All ropes;
(3) Rigging hardware;
(4) Bindings and ankle strapping for jumpers;
(5) Jump harness; and
(6) Safety harnesses.
(b) Items of
equipment, rigging or personal protective equipment found to be in non-compliance
with the rules shall be replaced immediately.
(c) Jumping shall
cease immediately when an item that is found to be out of compliance with the
rules cannot be replaced.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.11 Identification of Equipment, Rigging, Bungee
Cord and Safety Equipment.
(a) Each piece of
equipment, rigging, bungee cord and safety equipment shall have its own
permanent label number.
(b) The label shall
not damage or detract from the integrity of the material.
(c) The label shall
be clearly visible to the operators during daily operations.
(d) The label number
of each piece of equipment shall be recorded in the site log.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for Saf-C
1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.12 Landing/Recovery Area Including the Area
Immediately Under the Jump Space.
(a) The following
requirements shall apply where the jump space and landing area is over land:
(1) A safety net, landing pad, or air bag shall
be used;
(2) The safety net, landing pad or air bag shall:
a. Be designed to provide coverage of the jump zone;
and
b. Be rated for the maximum free fall height
possible from the platform during operation;
(3) The safety net, landing pad or air bag shall
be in position before jumper preparation commences on the platform;
(4) Upon completion of a jump, the jumper shall
be lowered onto the safety net, air bag or landing pad;
(5) The landing area shall be free of spectators
at all times;
(6) The 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; and
(7) A place for the jumper to sit and recover
shall be provided close to, but outside the landing area.
(b) The following
requirements shall apply where the jump space and landing area is over a body of
water:
(1) A vessel shall be positioned to recover
jumpers;
(2) If the vessel is docked or moored, one person
may operate the landing vessel and assist the jumper to land;
(3) If the vessel is not docked or moored, one
person shall pilot the vessel and one person shall assist the jumper to land;
(4) The vessel shall be equipped with Coast Guard
approved life jackets and rescue equipment;
(5) The vessel operators shall wear life jackets;
and
(6) The jump space and landing area shall be free
of other vessels, floating objects, known submerged objects, the public, and
any spectators.
(c) When the landing
area is a swimming pool, the following shall apply:
(1) The swimming pool size shall at a minimum be
9 feet deep and cover the entire landing area;
(2) Rescue equipment shall be available;
(3) The jump space and landing area shall be
secured:
(4) Only the operators of the bungee jump shall
be within the jump space and landing areas; and
(5) The landing area shall be enclosed by a fence,
which shall be designed and constructed to prevent people, animals and objects
from entering the landing area.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.13 Site Requirements.
(a) The equipment shall
be stored to protect it from physical, chemical and ultra-violet ray damage.
The storage area shall be secured against unauthorized entry.
(b) There shall be a
public address system capable of operation during all hours of
business. There shall be a
telecommunication link between the platform and the landing area.
(c) There shall be a
means of telecommunication within 200 feet of the operation to local emergency
services.
(d) Jumps shall only
be conducted under the direct control of a jump master.
(e) Adjustments for
the weight of each jumper shall be made by the jump master's selection of
bungee cord and length of webbing or rope attached to the bungee cord.
(f) A sign shall be
erected at the place of jumper registration listing the age restrictions for
jumpers. The sign shall be clearly
visible.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.14 Jumper Requirements.
(a) The minimum age
for jumping shall be 18. Exceptions shall be made for persons 16 and 17 years
of age when they provide written parental consent.
(b) Any jumpers who
in the opinion of the operation's staff, represent a danger to themselves or
others, shall not be allowed to jump.
(c) Jumpers who have
been consuming alcoholic beverages shall not be allowed to jump.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.15 Injury
and Damage.
(a) All injuries or
deaths shall be reported to the department within one hour, and the device
shall be closed until the department reopens it.
(b) All injuries,
deaths, or equipment damage shall be recorded in the site log which shall be
available for inspection by the department during business hours.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99; ss by #8342, eff 4-28-05;
ss by #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES: 2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff
1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.16 Staff
and Duties.
(a) The minimum age
for staff shall be 21.
(b) To qualify as
jump master for a bungee jumping site, a person shall complete 500 jumps under
supervision of a jump master and have complete knowledge of all aspects of the
operation. The jumps shall be documented
and shall indicate the date, time and location of the jump. Documentation shall
be available for inspection during reasonable business hours.
(c) The staff of a
bungee jumping operation shall include at least 4 persons, with the following
responsibilities:
(1) The jump master who shall:
a. Have control over the operation and shall be
responsible and accountable for the operation of the site;
b. Take the jumper through the final stages of
preparation to the jump take-off;
c. Be responsible for the training of other staff
and shall have a thorough knowledge of the site, equipment, procedures and
staff; and
d. Be responsible for checking selection of the
bungee cord and adjusting the rigging at each jump platform;
(2) The jump operator who shall:
a. Assist the jump master to prepare the jumper;
b. Assist the jumper into harnesses, safety
belts, attach the jumper to rigging;
c. Operate the lowering system; and
d. Carry out landing/recovery operator duties
and assist in controlling the public;
(3) The landing operator who shall assist:
a. The jumper to land on the landing pad or air
bag;
b. The jumper to the recovery area; and
c. In controlling the public; and
(4) The registration clerk's duties shall
include:
a. Registration of the jumper;
b. Weighing of the jumper;
c. Controlling movement of a jumper to the jump
platform; and
d. Controlling or assisting to control the
public.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99 EXPIRED: 5-25-07
New. #8964, INTERIM, eff 8-20-07, EXPIRES:
2-16-08; ss by #9079, eff 1-28-08
Saf-C 1410.17 Emergency Provisions and Procedures.
(a) Each site shall have an emergency plan, pursuant
to Saf-C 1405.09.
(b) A first aid kit which meets or exceeds OSHA
standard 1910.151, stretcher, back board and blankets shall be maintained on
site.
(c) All jump masters shall have current first aid
certification by the Red Cross and complete an annual refresher course
sponsored by the Red Cross.
(d) At sites where
the jump or recovery is over water, the jump master and all landing staff shall
be holders of a current Red Cross life saving certificate and shall have passed
the equivalent for in-water rescue of spinal injuries or unconscious patients.
(e) Emergency
lighting shall be provided at all jump sites and shall operate ½ hour prior to
sunset until ½ hour after sunrise. The
emergency lighting system shall illuminate the jump platform, the jump space
and the landing area.
Source. (See Revision Note at chapter heading for
Saf-C 1400) #5607, eff 4-2-93, EXPIRED: 4-2-99
New. #7000, eff 5-25-99, EXPIRED: 5-25-07