14 Del. Admin. Code § 938-IV-54.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 7, January 1, 2025

Section 938-IV-54.0 - Optional Specialized Activities

54.1 A licensee offering archery activities shall meet the following requirements:

54.1.1 For a camp offering archery activities, a licensee shall ensure the archery range is:

54.1.1.1 Located where a camper will not wander into the danger area while it is in use;

54.1.1.2 Clearly marked to warn individuals away from the danger area; and

54.1.1.3 The shooting area has at least 50 yards of clearance or an archery net behind each target.

54.1.2 A licensee shall ensure the instructor inspects bows, bowstrings, and arrows to ensure they are in good repair before use.

54.1.3 A licensee shall ensure the instructor requires archers to fire from a common firing line with a ready line marked behind it.

54.1.4 A licensee shall ensure targets are set a distance from the firing line that is appropriate to the skill level of the camper.

54.1.5 A licensee shall ensure the instructor only allows an archer who is ready to shoot on the firing line and non-shooters are behind the ready line.

54.1.6 A licensee shall ensure an individual stays behind the firing line at all times except when told by the instructor to retrieve an arrow or target.

54.1.7 A licensee shall ensure the bows and arrows are stored in a locked enclosure.

54.1.8 A licensee shall ensure the instructor requires that children:

54.1.8.1 Do not point the bow with an arrow at someone else;

54.1.8.2 Do not fire until directed to do so;

54.1.8.3 Do not draw and release an empty bow; and

54.1.8.4 Always point arrows down range.

54.2 A licensee offering boating or other watercraft activities shall meet the following requirements:

54.2.1 A licensee shall ensure that each person wears a Personal Flotation Device approved by the U.S. Coast Guard for that particular activity while on the water.

54.2.2 A licensee shall ensure campers have at least an American Red Cross Advanced Beginner Swimming Certificate, American Red Cross Survival Swimming Certificate, or its equivalent before being allowed to participate in salt water boating activities.

54.2.3 A licensee shall ensure that each watercraft is in good repair before use.

54.2.4 A licensee shall ensure a watercraft towing a water skier, tuber, or towable has an adult observer on board in addition to the driver.

54.2.4.1 Ropes used to tow must be at least 100 feet in length.

54.2.4.2 A licensee shall ensure the operator keeps a safe distance from docks, other boats, bulkheads, and shorelines when towing someone behind a boat.

54.2.5 A licensee shall ensure an individual using a watercraft has been trained in boarding, debarking, and safety procedures for the craft.

54.3 A licensee offering horseback riding activities shall meet the following requirements:

54.3.1 A licensee shall ensure a riding instructor determines a camper's riding experience and level of skill before assigning a horse and deciding whether the camper rides in a ring or on a trail.

54.3.2 A licensee shall ensure a rider wears:

54.3.2.1 Protective headgear at all times that is properly fitted and fastened and bears the label of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM); and

54.3.2.2 Shoes with closed toes and heels or shoes with closed toes and uses closed stirrups.

54.3.3 A licensee shall ensure the instructor inspects the riding areas to ensure there is no dangerous terrain and is present during the activity.

54.3.4 A licensee shall ensure the instructor requires that:

54.3.4.1 Children are fitted for proper saddles; and

54.3.4.2 Children are informed that sudden unexpected movements, loud sudden noises, large crowds, other animals, wasp and other insects, and camera flashes can frighten a horse and lead to injuries by being thrown off or being kicked by a horse.

54.4 A licensee offering rock climbing or high ropes activities shall meet the following requirements:

54.4.1 A licensee shall ensure children wear appropriately sized harnesses, close-toed shoes, and helmets to participate.

54.4.2 A licensee shall ensure the instructor inspects the course, harnesses, and helmets to ensure they are in good repair and safe for use.

54.4.3 For high ropes activities, a licensee shall ensure children are not permitted to participate if they cannot reach the top rope or cable while standing on the bottom rope or cable.

54.5 For a camp offering any other activity not listed that could be considered high-risk of injury to children, a licensee shall contact OCCL in advance of permitting the activity to determine whether additional safety measures are required.

14 Del. Admin. Code § 938-IV-54.0

25 DE Reg. 172 (8/1/2021) (final)