§ 52-19-100 — Platform; preparation place; gate; cord connections; indication of maximum platform capacity.

(A) The permanent platform must be operated with a minimum safe working load (SWL) reflecting a safety factor of not less than 5, as determined by the maximum load for which the platform is designed and constructed. If the jump equipment is attached to the platform as distinct from the structure, the dynamic load factor must be added to the platform load factor. (B) Where the platform is not an integral part of the structure, the attachment devices and the part of the structure to which they are attached must have a minimum safety factor of at least 5 over the total design load. (C) The platform must have a slip resistant floor surface. (D) The platform must have sufficient working space for a minimum of three people. (E) The platform must have anchor points or rails for safety harnesses which are designed and positioned so as not to impede the jump operator's movements. (F) The platform must be fitted with a permanent enclosure to contain the jumper during preparation. (G) The jumpers must be prepared for jumping in a place separated from the jump point. (H) There must be a gate across the jump point to prevent accidental opening when there is not a jumper present on the jump point. (I) The top of all bungee cords on the platform must be securely attached to the lowering system before each jumper is prepared for jumping and before jumping occurs. All cord connections must be visible to the jump master and checked before each jump. (J) There must be a plate or permanent marking on each platform indicating the maximum capacity of the platform.

Legislative History

HISTORY: 1994 Act No. 408, SECTION 10, eff 60 days after May 24, 1994.