10.3.2 RIPCORD WEBBING INSPECTION
The RipCord Webbing does not wear significantly under normal operation,
but requires daily inspection for damage and degradation. Webbing must be
removed from service if it does not pass inspection. Continued use of webing
beyond stated limits may result in separation, disconnecting the Participant
from the QuickFlight Free Fall Device.
To inspect the RipCord Webbing, examine the entire length of the RipCord
Webbing from Webbing Connection Rings to Carabiners and carefully examine
the webbing and bar tacks for wear or damage including:
Loose stitching or damage to stitching
Cuts or abrasion damage to any part of the webbing assembly
UV degradation including severe discoloration, fading, or chalking. Refer
to the RipCord Webbing Degradation Table for replacement criteria due
to UV degradation.
Wear or damage to the Webbing Connection Rings or Carabiner attach-
ment loops
Hard fibers
Permanent deformation or warping
Contamination from chemicals, dirt, grit, sand, dust, etc.
The following mandatory checks must be performed each time the RipCord
Webbing is inspected:
Bungee Integrity -
Hold the Carabiner end of the RipCord stationary
and pull the bungee section tight. Check that the webbing covering the
bungee section remains slack while the internal webbing is tight. If the
outer webbing pulls tight, replace the RipCord.
Stretched Bungee Sheath
Pull on Bungee Sheath
Slack Bungee Sheath
Stretch Entire RipCord Webbing
RipCord Bungee Inspection
Overload Protection Assembly -
Inspect the OPA section of the Rip-
Cord Webbing, ensuring that the OPA is fully contained within the OPA
Jacket. Open the OPA Jacket and inspect the internal webbing, bar
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