§ 139a.52. Duties of jump master.
(a) Each bungee jump operation which utilizes a mobile platform and a crane shall have at least two jump masters present at all times that jumping is being conducted. At a bungee jump operation, at least two staff members, at least one of whom shall be a jump master, shall escort the jumper from the preparation area to the jump point. Other types of bungee jump operations shall have at least one jump master present at all times that jumping is being conducted.
(b) The jump master shall have a thorough knowledge of the bungee site, its equipment, operating manual and procedures and staff.
(c) A jump master shall be responsible for the following:
(1) Selecting the appropriate bungee cord and adjusting the rigging for each jump.
(2) Taking the jumper through the final stages until the jumper jumps or falls from the platform.
(3) Being present at the jump point during each jump.
(4) Training of other bungee jump operation staff.
(5) Ensuring that the number of jumps being conducted at a site, or other circumstances, do not prohibit the bungee jump operation staff from carrying out the procedures and duties for each job as set out in the site operating manual.
Cross References This section cited in 7 Pa. Code § 139a.51 (relating to qualifications of jump master).
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