Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 45, November 8, 2024
Section 42-23-3 - Permit required, application and fees3.1 Prior to the initial use of any bungee jumping site in this state, the owner or operator of the site shall obtain a permit from the Division. No permit shall be issued by the commissioner until after the receipt of a complete application, payment of fees, and receipt of a report from an inspector of the Division certifying that the site has been inspected and found to be safe for public use. 3.2. Each application for a permit must be received by the Commissioner not less than seven (7) days prior to the first intended date of operation. Each application shall include the following information:a. The name(s) and address(s) of both the owner and the operator of the bungee jumping site and equipment;b. The name of the state(s) under where the owner(s) and operator(s) is incorporated, if a corporation; and proof of a West Virginia Certificate of Authority, if a non-West Virginia corporation;c. The make, model, and serial number of the bungee jumping device, and the name and address of the manufacturer if the device is portable or subject to relocation;d. Acceptable evidence of the liability insurance policy, bond or other security covering the bungee jumping site. The Commissioner may, at his or her discretion, require submission of the complete copy of the insurance policy;e. A copy of the request for inspection by the Division or a copy of the actual inspection report;f. A copy of the bungee jump site operations manual as approved by the Division or a copy of the manual and a request for approval;g. For portable/transient operations:1. A complete list of all scheduled appearances in West Virginia, including the dates and locations; and2. The names and addresses of sponsors or land owners at each location where operation is planned; and h. All such other relevant information as the Commissioner may consider necessary for the enforcement of this article.3.3. A permit to operate a bungee jumping site is valid for twelve (12) months from the date of issue unless sooner revoked for cause or the relocation of the equipment.3.4. The annual fee for a permit to operate a bungee jumping site is one hundred dollars ($100.00). Where more that one device is located at the same site, a single permit and fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00) is required.