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D.O. (Offline)
  #2 3/28/08 10:11 PM
Shoulder Harness:

The use of double over the shoulder straps is mandatory. Both the fastening design and condition of the straps are subject to inspection by the tech representative. Life of the shoulder straps in use shall not exceed two (2) years and must be date stamped by the manufacturer. All straps must have a label showing they meet SFI Specs 16.1.

Two individual straps of adjustable length with metal ends designed to join the lap belt at the quick-release mechanism, thereby forming a single release point for the lap belt and shoulder harness system.

Harness straps shall be attached directly to a strong structural member of the car close behind the driver’s head and neck. At points of the attachment, they should be four (4) to six (6) inches apart. They should be attached to be in line approximately 90 degrees to a line of the seat back and approximately level, or a maximum of one (1) inch below the top of the driver’s shoulders.

Where the straps pass through the seat or body structure of the car, the edges must be rolled and/or grommeted to preventing cutting or chaffing of the straps.

Two (2) belts joining in a “Y” form, behind the neck, to form one strap may not be used!

The harness should be worn as tight as possible.

Application procedure: having a predetermined the length of the crotch belt, connect the crotch belt, lap belt, and shoulder harness together. Then tighten the seat belt. Be certain that it comes across the pelvic area below the iliac spines. Then tighten the shoulder harness to the desired tension.

Safety equipment:

Helmets – All participating drivers must wear safety helmets designed specifically for auto racing that meet or exceed the 2000 or 2005 Snell Foundation or SFI Foundation 31.1. Specifications and are labeled as such. Helmets will be subject to inspection at each event by the technical and/or medical representative. The use of an SFI approved head and neck restraint is recommended.

Uniforms – All drivers must wear fire resistant head sock/helmet skirt, underwear, socks, shoes, gloves, and a one-piece uniform fitted snugly around the neck, wrist and ankles. It is recommended that these items meet SFI Foundation Specifications 3.2A and 3.3.

Arm Restraints – Arm restraints are mandatory and must be worn at all times during competition.

Roll Cage Nets – It is recommended that all cars be fitted with roll cage nets on both the left and right sides of the roll cage for all events. All roll cage nets must conform to SFI Specs. 37.1, which specifies a functional quick release opening mechanism. The life of the roll nets shall not exceed two (2) years. Caution to be certain that the driver’s head cannot get under the net in case of an accident. The bottom of the roll cage nets should be as close to the top of the shoulders as possible.

Roll cage padding – All chassis protrusions, roll cage tubes and roll bars in close proximity to the drivers’ helmet must be padded with a securely attached high impact material conforming to SFI Foundation Specs. 45.1. This includes any vertical anti-intrusion supports alongside the driver.
Any participant not complying in full with all safety requirements will not be permitted to compete.

Driver Eligibility:

All drivers must be at lease 18 years of age to compete. A Photostat copy of a birth certificate with county seal may be required to prove age.

Every driver must attend the drivers’ meeting or he/she will lose 1 qualifying lap.

All drivers shall have a physical annually and may be required to furnish proof of current approval before being allowed to compete. The Racing Director shall require that any driver who has been injured requiring doctors care must present a release form said doctor before being allowed to compete again.

Any driver may be required to start in the rear of their initial races or until they demonstrate they are competitive. Also they may be required to display “rookie stripes” on the rear of their roll cage. Style and color of stripes will be designated by officials.

Any driver continually getting into trouble may be required to start at the rear of the races until he/she can handle his/her car safely.

Pit Passes:

All drivers, car owners, venders and pit persons must by and display pit passes. Anyone in the pits without a pit pass who is not signed in at the pit gate will be suspended indefinitely.
All persons entering the pits must wear proper attire for racing environment.

Track Rules:

All participants must wear proper attire for a racing event.

Participants may not leave pit area without permission of a Racing Director with exception of entering the grandstands, in which case they may not return to the pit area.

Drinking or boisterous conduct will not be allowed in the pits. Anyone who shows signs of intoxication, or who has been acting in a manner unbecoming, may be ejected from the pits.

Any driver guilty of unsportsmanlike conduct may be fined a minimum of $100.00 for the first offense. Any person guilty of unsportsmanlike conduct or breaking these rules, including drivers who have been fined, shall be subject to disciplinary action or expulsion from the track.

FIGHTING: One year suspension from all events.

In the event a cash fine is levied against a driver or car owner by an official, the fine must be paid before the car, or driver, will be allowed to compete again.

Any official may levy a fine.

Any person not wearing drivers attire will not be allowed to be pushed off on any portion of the track at any time.

Cars left unattended in the pits when called for a lineup in next race, may miss that race as a penalty. The field will be started one car short.

A minimum 2A, 10BC dry chemical fire extinguisher will be required in all pits.

If a driver gains a position by driving under tire markers, or alters the race course, or if, in the opinion of the officials, he/she is bettering his/her position by consistently running in the infield, he/she will get set back two (2) positions for each position gained.

At no time shall a race car enter the pits for any reason. In such case, the car is deemed out of the race.

Fines will be levied to ANYONE interfering with a starter during the course of the race. The minimum fine is $1000.00 and/or disqualification for the evening.

Race Format:

NOTE:
Officials may alter the type and format of program to be run in case of a car shortage, adverse track conditions, or similar circumstances.