Iowa Code r. 875-63.3 - Site requirements

(1) Storage. Adequate storage shall be provided to protect equipment from physical, chemical and ultraviolet-ray damage. The storage area shall be secured against unauthorized entry.

(2) Communications.

a. There shall be a public address system in operation during the hours of business.

b. A radio communication link shall be established between the platform and the staff responsible for jumper registration, landing, and recovery.

c. There shall be a means on site to communicate with local emergency responders.

d. A clearly visible sign shall be placed at the entrance to the operating site setting forth medical restrictions for jumpers, the minimum-age requirement of 18 years of age, and instructions for jumpers.

(3) Wind meter. An anemometer shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and in a location easily visible to the staff.

(4) Lighting. Adequate lighting shall be provided at a site that operates at any time during the period of one-half hour prior to sunset until one-half hour after sunrise. At a minimum, the lighting system shall be capable of lighting the jump platform, the jump space and the landing area.

(5) Fences. The operator shall use fences in compliance with ASTM 2291-14, Part 14, to limit access to the site.

Notes

Iowa Code r. 875-63.3

ARC 2428C, IAB 3/2/16, effective 4/6/16; see Delay note at end of chapter

Adopted by IAB March 2, 2016/Volume XXXVIII, Number 18, effective 4/6/2016 Adopted by IAB January 22, 2025/Volume XLVII, Number 15, effective 2/26/2025