Bungee Jumping Safety Rules

Going bungee jumping can give you a serious rush of feel-good adrenalin. It's a good idea to brush up on bungee jumping safety rules before taking part in the extreme sport. You can go on a fun-filled jump once you checked up on the rules attached to your state or country as to where bungee jumping is legal.

  1. Weather

    • You will find your bungee jumping session can wind up canceled if adverse weather conditions appear on the weather forecast for that day. High winds and poor visibility, as a result of snow, rain or fog, prevent bungee jumping activities from occurring because of safety issues. Your risk of injury goes up each time the atmosphere reads unfavorable. Ice can freeze equipment making for faulty errors in once tightened ropes and secure harnesses.

    Equipment

    • Equipment that meets proper safety standards means you can rest assured that no failures will come about while you jump. Employees should check and recheck that the ankle harnesses that attach you to the bungee rope are secure. The bungee company should place a body harness (similar to those used in rock climbing) along with ankle attachments for extra safety measures. Ensure that the bungee cord latches right onto the structure you will jump from. Locations that a cord can secure onto include railings on a bridge, buildings and safety fence. Check to see if the bungee jumping company provides airbags at the bottom of the jump location. You will see a safety net set up in places that provide bungee jumping on a regular basis.

    Location

    • Laws vary from state to state and country to country. Find out the local laws on bungee jumping. For example, one state may allow bungee jumping from a moving vehicle while another may only provide a jump from a secure structure. The U.S. state of Georgia issued a law that restricts you from jumping from anywhere other than a designated bungee jumping location, according to Georgia's Secretary of State, Brian P. Kemp. The British Elastic Rope Sports Association (BERSA) was formed in Britain to promote the safety of bungee jumping. BERSA works on a regular basis to find and train quality employees focused on putting jumpers' safety first.

    Medical Conditions

    • Certain medical conditions bear looking at before you go bungee jumping. Gain approval from your doctor prior to jumping with conditions including fluctuating blood pressure and erratic heart rate. Seek a medical opinion regarding injury to the head, recent surgery or back and leg problems.