Canadian Association of Rocketry
Canadian
Association of Rocketry Model Rocket Safety Code:
1) CONSTRUCTION. I will always build my model rocket using only lightweight
materials such as paper, wood, plastics or rubber without any metal airframe
components. My model shall include aerodynamic surfaces or a mechanism
to assure a safe, stable flight.
2) MOTORS. I will only use rocket motors and reloads approved by
Natural Resources Canada, Explosives Regulatory Division (NRC/ERD).
I will store these motors in a safe and secure manner as described
by the manufacturer and NRC/ERD. I will never subject these motors
to excessive shock or extremes of temperature.
I will not attempt to use, alter, or reload commercial rocket motors,
except as instructed by the manufacturer.
3) RECOVERY. My model rocket will always use a recovery system to return
it safely to the ground so that my model rocket may be reflown. I shall
prepare the recovery system with due care to assure that it will properly
deploy.
4) WEIGHT LIMITS. My model rocket will not weigh more than 1500 grams
at lift-off, and the model rocket engine(s) will contain no more than
125 grams of propellant and produce no more than 160 N-s combined total-impulse.
5) FIRING SYSTEM. I will always use a remote electrical system to ignite
the model rocket engine(s). My firing system will include an ignition
switch that returns to "off" when released, and a safety interlock
to prevent accidental ignition. I will never leave the safety interlock
key in my firing system between launches.
6) LAUNCH SYSTEM. My model rocket will always be launched from a stable
platform having a device to initially guide its motion. My launcher will
have a jet deflector to prevent motor exhaust from directly contacting
the ground. To protect myself and other from eye injury, I will position
the launch rod or rail so that the upper end is above eye level, or else
I will place a large guard on the upper end between launches.
7) LAUNCH SITE. I will never launch my model rockets near buildings,
power lines, into clouds, or become a hazard to aviation. The
area immediately around the launch system will be cleared of any flammable
materials. I will always obtain the permission of the launch site owner
prior to using the launch site for my model rocket activities.
8) LAUNCH CONDITIONS. I will never launch model rockets in high winds
or in conditions of low visibility which may impair the observation of
my model rocket in flight, or in a direction below 30 degrees from the
vertical.
9) LAUNCH SAFETY. I will remain at least 5 metres away from any model
about to be launched. I will always announce to persons within the launch
site that I am about to launch my model rocket, and I shall give a loud
countdown of at least 5 seconds duration. I shall immediately remove the
safety interlock key from my firing system after the launch of my model
rocket.
10) MISFIRES. In the event of an ignition misfire, I shall not immediately
approach my model rocket, but remove the safety interlock key and remain
back for a safe period until assured that no ignition will occur.
11) ANIMAL PAYLOADS. I will never endanger live animals by launching
them in my model rocket.
12) TARGETS. I will never launch my rocket so that it will fall on, or
strike, ground or air targets. Nor will I include any explosive or incendiary
payload.
13) HAZARDOUS RECOVERY. I will never attempt to recover my model rocket
from a power line, high place, a tree, or other dangerous location.
14) PRE FLIGHT TESTS. Whenever possible, I will always test the stability,
operation and reliability of my model rocket designs prior to flight.
I will launch unproven designs in complete isolation from other persons.
15) PERSONAL CONDUCT. I will always conduct myself in a responsible manner,
conscious that the maintenance of safety for myself and other rests with
my ability to design and construct sound working models, and to enthusiastically
abide by the CAR Model Rocket Safety Code.
Courtesy Canadian Association of Rocketry - Association Canadienne de Fuséologie
This safety code is up to date and current as of April 2009.
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