W. Va. Code R. § 42-23-14

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 42-23-14 - Staff and duties

14.1. The minimum age for staff shall be twenty-one (21) years of age.

14.2. To qualify as jump master for a bungee jumping site, a person shall complete two hundred and fifty (250) jumps under supervision, and have complete knowledge of all aspects of the operation.

14.3. The staff of a bungee jumping operation shall include at least three (3) persons, with the following roles:

a. Jump Master. The designated jump master shall have control aver the operation and is responsible and accountable for the operation of the site. A jump master is the only person who may take the jumper through the final stages of preparation to the jump take-off. The jump master is responsible for the training of other staff and shall have thorough knowledge of the site equipment; procedures and staff. The jump master is responsible for checking selection of the bungee cord and adjusting the rigging at each jump platform. The jump master must possess certification of training in first aid and emergency procedures;

b. Jump Operator. The jump operator assists the jump master to prepare the juniper; assists the jumper into harnesses; safety belts, and other equipment; attaches the jumper to rigging; and operates the lowering system. The jump operator may carry out landing/recovery operator duties and assists in controlling the public;

c. Landing/Recovery operator. The landing/recovery operator assists the jumper to land on the net, air bag or landing pad; assists the jumper to the recovery area; and assists in controlling the public;

d. Registration clerk. The registration clerk=s duties include; registration of the jumper; maintenance of the jump log; weighing of the jumper; controlling movement of a jumper to the jump platform; and controlling or assisting to control the public; and e. Boat operator. The boat operator's duties include operating the landing and/or emergency boat.

14.4. Staff training shall be conducted by, or under the direct supervision of the jump master.

14.5. Staff who are in training shall be directly supervised at all times.

W. Va. Code R. § 42-23-14