22 CAR pt. 50, Appendix A
Asa Hutchinson Governor Stacy Hurst Secretary
TO: Park Superintendents & Park Regional SupervisorsCC: Park Section Managers, Shea Lewis, Yolanda Brown, & Sharon AllenFROM: Jeff King, Deputy DirectorDATE: December 21, 2022SUBJECT: Park Directive (PD) 1191 Update – Smoking, Tobacco, and Electronic Cigarette Policy---
Attached is the approved revision to PD 1191. This PD has been processed and approved by the State Parks, Recreation, and Travel Commission and promulgated as a final rule for our Division pursuant to the Arkansas Administrative Act. The revised PD replaces the previous rule version from 2016. Per PD 1000, please print and update within your Park Operations Manual (also save the attached pdf. copy to your files).
The attached revision will further restrict tobacco use in our state parks at open and screened picnic pavilions, open and screened porches of lodging facilities, within the boundaries of all park beaches, and on the Crater of Diamonds minefield. In the event state park pools were not previously restricted as a “structure”, they shall now be included as restricted locations per this policy update. All other previously restricted locations remain unchanged.
Park Superintendents are instructed to establish designated employee and guest legal product use areas outside of buildings and away from building entrances and primary public use areas, when and where the need for such designated locations is appropriate to serve employees or guests. These areas should be serviced with a smoking receptacle appropriate to the use area. Signage for newly restricted locations should be processed for order through the operations chain-of-command. Standard wording for installed signage will be established.
This policy does not detail restricted tobacco use for employees in state vehicles, as that restriction is detailed on pg. 39 of the current ADPHT Employee Handbook.
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DIVISION OF STATE PARKS
STATE PARK
CAMPSITE # FEE DUE:
DATE: TIME:
NAME:
ADDRESS:
CITY STATE ZIP
TYPE OF CAMP EQUIPMENT: RV TENT
AUTO LICENSE NUMBER:
VEHICLE MAKE / MODEL:
NO. IN PARTY:
OTHER:
SIGNATURE OF VISITOR (IF AVAILABLE)
SIGNATURE OF PARK PERSONNEL
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please take this form to the Visitor Information Center at 8:00 a.m. in order to register and pay the required campsite fee. Your cooperation is appreciated.
(Form distributed to Visitor and Visitor Information Center)
Office Copy = White Visitor Copy = Yellow
030 FAC 268 10/93
| ARKANSAS STATE PARKS | |
|---|---|
| LATE ARRIVAL RESERVATION FORM | |
| The following campers have a confirmed reservation at State Park for . Please occupy assigned site and register at the office at 8:00 a.m. If not registered by 10:00 a.m., your reservation will be forfeited. | |
| NAME | ASSIGNED SITE |
030 FAC 333 1/93
Dates of stay __ to __
Vehicle License # ___
Park Attendant ___
OPR 341 03/04
This campsite is reserved for the dates listed on this slip. Bring this notice to the Visitor Center PRIOR to 10 a.m. tomorrow to register this campsite and to settle for any additional unpaid nights. Anyone other than the reserving party will be asked to vacate this site. Thank you for your cooperation. Enjoy your stay.
NAME
BEGINNING
ENDING
CAMPSITE NUMBER
www.ArkansasStateParks.com
OPR 344 06 2005
I, _______, am about to participate in hang glider / paraglider flying. PILOT (PRINT NAME)
I am participating entirely upon my own initiative, risk and responsibility. This will be a(n) ☐ Individual ☐ Tandem flight.
I do hereby agree to respect and adhere to all rules set forth by Arkansas State Parks and the owner of the authorized landing site, which are available at the park Visitor Center.
Therefore, in consideration of the permission extended to me by the owner(s) of the property upon and over which I will conduct or participate in flying activities, I do hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, and administrators, remise, release and forever discharge the owners of the properties, including the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism, and all officers, agents, employees, and assigns from any and all claims, actions or causes of actions on the account of my death, or on account of any injury to me which may occur from any cause during such flying activities.
PILOT'S SIGNATURE
PASSENGER'S SIGNATURE
(PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN IF MINOR)
DATE
DATE
Pilot's Name: _______
Age: ___
DOB: ___
Telephone Number: _______
USHPA Rating: _______
Address: _______
City
State
Zip
Emergency Contact Person: _______
Address: _______
City
State
Zip
Relationship: _______
Phone (H):
(C):
Additional Emergency Contact Person: _______
Address: _______
City
State
Zip
Relationship: _______
Phone (H):
(C):
Pilot's Name:
Passenger's Name: Age: DOB:
(H)
Telephone Number: (C) USHPA Rating:
Address:
City State Zip
Emergency Contact Person:
Address:
City State Zip
Relationship: Phone (H): (C):
Additional Emergency Contact Person:
Address:
City State Zip
Relationship: Phone (H): (C):
NAME:
(Print Name)
PILOTS
1. Yes / No Pilot current member of USHPA / # ___
2. Yes / No Pilot meets one of the following criteria. Circle all that apply. a. Pilot advanced rating H-4 or P-4 or above; b. Pilot intermediate rating, advanced accompanied: H-3 or P-3 c. Pilot intermediate rating, in addition to completing 5 (five) hours or more of flying and 10 (ten) separate flights as intermediate: H-3 or P-3
3. Yes / No Pilot ensures that glider meets the standards for certification of the Hang Gliders Manufacturers Association or Paraglider Manufacturers Association.
4. Yes / No Pilot provides proof of at least $1,000,000 personal liability insurance from USHPA or equivalent.
5. Yes / No Pilot's flight log book is checked.
PILOTS and PASSENGERS
6. Yes / No Pilot / passenger will be wearing helmets.
7. Yes / No Pilot / passenger will be properly harnessed to an emergency parachute.
8. Yes / No Pilot / passenger (or parent or legal guardian) has signed the liability release form for ADPT and the authorized landing sites.
9. Yes / No Pilot / passenger received permission to fly from the park superintendent or designee.
PILOT'S NAME
PASSENGER'S NAME
(PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN IF MINOR)
PILOT'S SIGNATURE
PASSENGER'S SIGNATURE
(PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN IF MINOR)
DATE
DATE
SUPERINTENDENT'S SIGNATURE
DATE
DIVISION OF STATE PARKS
I am about to participate in rappelling and/or rock climbing. I am participating entirely upon my own initiative, risk, and responsibility. I fully and completely accept any consequences that arise from conditions within designated rappelling/climbing areas, including but not limited to the failure of fixed hardware or other equipment that may exist, as well as all natural conditions.
I, or a member of my family shall be liable for any and all rescue and/or evacuation recovery costs incurred by the State as a result of my participating in rappelling and/or rock climbing in Arkansas State Parks.
I do hereby agree and adhere to all rules of Arkansas State Parks which are available at the park Visitor Center.
Therefore, in consideration of the permission extended to me by ADPHT, I do hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, and administrators remise, release, and forever discharge the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism, and its officers, agents, employees, and assigns from any and all claims, actions, or causes of action on the account of my death, or on account of any injury to me or my property which may occur from any cause during such rappelling and/or rock climbing activities.
RAPPELLER / ROCK CLIMBER'S NAME
SUPERINTENDENT'S NAME
RAPPELLER / ROCK CLIMBER'S SIGNATURE
SUPERINTENDENT'S SIGNATURE
DATE
DATE
AN ACT to Require All Three and Four Wheeled, All-Terrain Cycles to Be Registered with the State Revenue Commissioner; and for Other Purposes.
Be It Enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Arkansas:
SECTION 1. All owners of three or four wheeled, all-terrain cycles which are not otherwise required to be registered by law, shall, within ten (10) days of acquiring such three or four wheeled cycles register the same with the State Revenue Commissioner. Such owners shall offer proof of ownership satisfactory to the Revenue Commissioner. The Revenue Commissioner shall issue a Certificate of Title to such persons, which certificate shall identify the owner's name and address, the vehicle manufacturer, model, year, identification number, seller, date of sale, lien holder and lien holder's address. The Revenue Commissioner shall also furnish the owners a numbered license decal which shall be attached to the left front side of the cycle. The cost of such registration shall be five dollars ($5.00). No renewal shall be required. Furthermore, there shall be no equipment requirement or safety inspection requirements as a pre-condition to registration of such cycles. The Commissioner of Revenues may promulgate such regulations as necessary to implement this Act. The tax imposed by the Arkansas Gross Receipts Tax Act of 1941, Act 386 of 1941, as amended, or The Arkansas Compensating Use Tax Act, Act 487 of 1949, as amended, on the sale of three or four wheeled, all terrain cycles shall be due and paid to the State Revenue Commissioner at the time of registration by the owners. Any owner of a three or four wheeled, all terrain cycle failing to register the same within ten days shall be assessed an additional penalty of three dollars ($3.00) for each ten days or fraction thereof for which he fails properly to register the three or four wheeled, all terrain cycle until the penalty reaches the same amount as the registration fee of the cycle to be registered.
SECTION 2. All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
APPROVED: March 28, 1983.
DATE: September 22, 1983
TO: ALL STATE POLICE HIGHWAY PATROL PERSONNEL
FROM: COLONEL T. L. GOODWIN
RE: Inspection of 3-Wheeled, All Terrain Cycles
There has been considerable interest in the licensing of 3-wheeled all terrain cycles for road use. Act 872 of 1983 requiring the registration of these vehicles stimulated the interest even more for highway use for these vehicles. To be licensed, the Revenue Division of the Department of Finance and Administration requires safety inspections for these vehicles the same as for other vehicles. To clarify and set guidelines concerning the inspection for 3-wheeled all terrain vehicles, I am issuing the following instructions.
(1) Tires - These vehicles come with tires marked "Not For Highway use". This does not mean the tires are unsafe but were merely designed for off highway use. These vehicles should not be rejected because of tires stamped "Not For Highway Use". (2) Crash Bars - 3-Wheeled all terrain vehicles were not designed for crash bars and it would be difficult and impractical to install crash bars on them; therefore, these vehicles should not be rejected on inspection because they do not have crash bars. (3) Signal Lights - Signal lights are not required on all motorcycles. They are only required to be operational on motorcycles that are factory installed by the manufacturer. Since these vehicles were not manufactured with signal lights they should not be rejected on inspections because they do not have turn signal lights.
All other safety features pertaining to motorcycle inspections should be followed when inspecting these vehicles. In summary, on safety inspections for all terrain 3-wheeled vehicles, they should not be rejected for tires marked "Not For Highway Use", for no crash bars and for no signal lights.
I'm also instructing our MVI Troopers to make sure that all MVI Stations has this information as soon as possible so that they may be aware of these inspection requirements.
TLG/jb
In an effort to accommodate dog owners, Arkansas State Parks now offers designated cabins and lodge rooms for guests who travel with their dogs. This policy has been established to protect you and to insure all guests enjoy their stay at state park overnight lodging rental units.
Rules for guests with dogs staying in pet friendly overnight lodging rental units are as follows:
As a dog owner, I have read this agreement and will adhere to the terms and conditions herein. I agree to pay any extra charges relating to damage caused by my pet(s). If I have used a credit card to pay the cost of the room or cabin, I authorize you to have the additional charges for damage added to my charge bill. I also agree to indemnify the State of Arkansas, Department of Parks and Tourism, and hold the State (AR/ADPT) and its employees harmless for any damage the pets cause to third parties or the property of third parties. I also understand that the State has no responsibility for the safety or care of my pet(s) and release the State from all liability related to their care and safety.
Signature
Date
Cabin/Lodge Room
Mobile Contact Number
HOUSEKEEPING CHECK LIST for
CABIN NUMBER __ LODGE ROOM NUMBER __
NUMBER OF DAYS RENTED ____________
EXCESSIVE CLEAN-UP REQUIRED ☐ YES ☐ NO
COMMENTS: ____________
ODOR APPARENT ☐ YES ☐ NO
COMMENTS: ____________
FLEAS NOTICEABLE ☐ YES ☐ NO
COMMENTS: ____________
NOTICEABLE DAMAGE ☐ YES ☐ NO
ACTUAL DAMAGE ____________
REPAIR ESTIMATE ____________
OVERALL CONDITION FOLLOWING RENTAL:
☐ EXCELLENT ☐ GOOD ☐ FAIR ☐ POOR
| PARK | TOTAL RENTAL UNITS | RENTAL UNIT TYPE | TOTAL DOG FRIENDLY | RENTAL UNIT NUMBER | NUMBER OF BEDROOMS | ADA UNIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crowley's Ridge | 4 | Duplex | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| DeGray Lake Resort | 94 | Lodge | 6 | 109, 110, 111, 112, 121, 132, | 1 | 121 & 132 |
| Devil's Den | 17 | Single | 4 | 2, 3, 5, 7 | 1, 2, & 3 | 5 |
| Lake Catherine | 20 | Single = 6 Duplex = 4 Fourplex = 6 | 5 | 4, 10, 11, 12, 13 | 1 | 12 & 13 |
| Lake Fort Smith | 10 | Single | 2 | 1 & 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Lake Chicot | 14 | Duplex | 3 | 1, 2, 9 | 1 & 2 | 1 & 9 |
| Lake Ouachita | 8 | Single | 2 | 1 & 5 | 2 & 3 | 1 |
| Mather Lodge | 24 | Lodge | 4 | 101, 118, 119, 121 | 1 | 101 |
| Moro Bay | 5 | Single | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Mt. Magazine | 13 | Single | 3 | 3, 4 & 9 | 1 | 9 |
| The Lodge at Mt. Magazine | 60 | Lodge | 4 | 101, 103, 105, 120 | 1 | 103 |
| Mount Nebo | 14 | Single | 3 | 66, 72, 74 | 1, 2, & 3 | 72 |
| Ozark Folk Center | 60 | Duplex | 15 | 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136 | 1 | 106 |
| Petit Jean | 33 | Single = 11 Duplex = 22 | 8 | 6, 7, 14, 16, 17, 18, 28, 29 | 1 & 2 | 14 |
| Queen Wilhelmina | 40 | Lodge | 3 | 102, 112, 114, | 1 | 102 |
| Village Creek | 10 | Single = 8 Duplex = 1 | 2 | 1 & 8 | 2 | 1 |
In an effort to accommodate dog owners, Arkansas State Parks now offers designated cabins and lodge rooms for guests who travel with their dogs. This policy has been established to protect you and to insure all guests enjoy their stay at state park overnight lodging rental units.
Rules for guests with dogs staying in pet friendly overnight lodging rental units are as follows:
As a dog owner, I have read this agreement and will adhere to the terms and conditions herein. I agree to pay any extra charges relating to damage caused by my pet(s). If I have used a credit card to pay the cost of the room or cabin, I authorize you to have the additional charges for damage added to my charge bill. I also agree to indemnify the State of Arkansas, Department of Parks and Tourism, and hold the State (AR/ADPT) and its employees harmless for any damage the pets cause to third parties or the property of third parties. I also understand that the State has no responsibility for the safety or care of my pet(s) and release the State from all liability related to their care and safety.
Signature
Date
Cabin/Lodge Room
(_)_ Mobile Contact Number
CABIN NUMBER __ LODGE ROOM NUMBER __
NUMBER OF DAYS RENTED ____________
EXCESSIVE CLEAN-UP REQUIRED ☐ YES ☐ NO
COMMENTS: ______________
ODOR APPARENT ☐ YES ☐ NO
COMMENTS: ______________
FLEAS NOTICEABLE ☐ YES ☐ NO
COMMENTS: ______________
NOTICEABLE DAMAGE ☐ YES ☐ NO
ACTUAL DAMAGE _________
REPAIR ESTIMATE _________
OVERALL CONDITION FOLLOWING RENTAL:
☐ EXCELLENT ☐ GOOD ☐ FAIR ☐ POOR
PARK EMPLOYEE
DATE
| Reservation: 123456 | Room Number 001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Guest: | Jim Fish | Adults: | 2 |
| 123 Water Way | Children: | 2 | |
| Big River, KY 33333 | Arrival Date: | July 3, 2015 | |
| Departure Date: | July 6, 2015 | ||
| Company: | Jim's Fly Fishing | Room Type: | 2 BR Cabin |
| Room Number: | 001 | ||
| Settlement Method: | M/C | ||
| Vehicle Information: | |||
| Make: | Model: | ||
| License: | Color: | ||
| D.L. #: | |||
| Unit Rate: | 6/3/09 6/4/09 6/5/09 $115 $115 $115 | Check out time: 11:00 a.m. | |
| LATE CHECK OUTS MUST BE APPROVED BY MANAGEMENT, AND AN ADDITIONAL LATE CHECK OUT FEE MAY BE ADDED TO YOUR FINAL BALANCE. | |||
| RATE CHANGE: | I have authorized a Rate Change for this Room Type Date Authorized: _. Initials of Person Authorizing Change: _ |
I agree that my liability for this bill is not waived and agree to be held personally liable in the event that the indicated person, company, or association fails to pay for any part or the full amount of these charges and I shall be responsible for any loss or damage to the premises or its contents.
I acknowledge this is a 100% SMOKE FREE facility and agree that I will be LIABLE / RESPONSIBLE for a $200 cleaning fee associated with the cleaning and/or repair of rooms registered in my name that have been damaged by TOBACCO SMOKE and or BURNS that have been caused by TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
I acknowledge this is a 100% PET FREE facility and agree that I will be LIABLE / RESPONSIBLE for all costs associated with the cleaning and or repair of rooms registered in my name that have been damaged by PETS/ANIMALS in my care or belonging to me.
I acknowledge that I have secured a dog friendly overnight lodging rental unit. I have read and understand the Dog Policy Liability Agreement for Arkansas State Parks and will adhere to the terms and conditions of the agreement. I also agree that I will be LIABLE / RESPONSIBLE for all costs associated with extra cleaning and excessive damages incurred as a result of a dog in my care or belonging to me. I agree that Arkansas State Parks will not be held responsible for any allergy or illness that my guests or I might suffer as a result of renting this facility.
I acknowledge that I have secured a dog friendly overnight lodging rental unit with my service animal as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act for title II and title III at no charge. I have read and understand the Dog Policy Liability Agreement for Arkansas State Parks and will adhere to the terms and conditions of the agreement. I also agree that I will be LIABLE / RESPONSIBLE for all costs associated with extra cleaning and excessive damages incurred as a result of a dog in my care or belonging to me. I agree that Arkansas State Parks will not be held responsible for any allergy or illness that my guests or I might suffer as a result of renting this facility.
Guest Signature
When a firearm misfires:
1. Remain at the position of Aim...count to ten
2. Repeat prime, aim, and fire.
3. If the firearm does not discharge, pick the vent and repeat step 2 above. (with flintlock firearms, wipe battery and pan with a piece of cloth, then pick vent)
4. If the firearm still fails to discharge, repeat step 3 above
5. If the firearm fails to discharge after the third attempt to correct the misfire, bring the firearm to RECOVER ARMS and announce, "Misfire."
6. Maintain RECOVER ARMS until the completion of the event, or
7. Remove to the rear where a State Park Safety Officer can clear the weapon with a CO2 discharger. (This option may not be available at all events.)
At no time should a worm and rod be used to extract charges.
Efforts should be made to correct the cause of the misfire before placing the weapon back in service.
A. Gunner - In the case of a misfire, the gunner immediately gives the command, "Do not advance, the primer has failed!"
The minimum waiting time before attempting to reprime the piece is thirty seconds, except when the primer simply slips out of the vent or the lanyard hook slips from the primer. When a misfire occurs, good judgment on the part of the Gunner is crucial. In many cases, it is prudent to wait longer than thirty seconds, at least until smoke has ceased to issue from the vent.
When the Gunner determines that sufficient time has elapsed, the command is given "Reprime the Piece." When Cannoneer #2 signals, "Ready," the Gunner gives the command, "FIRE." The Gunner will be alert during the repriming that all numbers perform their duties safely and correctly.
B. Cannoneer #1 - Cannoneer #1 will remain in the position of READY during the repriming, keeping his eyes downrange for possible range violations. C. Cannoneer #2 - At the command of "Reprime the piece", Cannoneer #2 rises from the READY position and steps with the left foot first, inside the wheel, keeping his/her back to the muzzle, without grasping the wheel and positions himself/herself close to the axletree. With the left hand, back of the hand down, Cannoneer #2 carefully removes the failed primer. He/She then takes the priming wire from Cannoneer #3 over the wheel. He/She grasps the priming wire with the thumb and fore finger of the left hand. The wire is inserted into the vent and released, allowing it to drop into the vent. After a short pause, he/she retakes the wire as before and pricks the charge well. The wire is then withdrawn and returned to Cannoneer #3 over the wheel.
Cannoneer #2 turns to his/her right and takes a prepared primer over the wheel from Cannoneer #4. He/She inserts the new primer with the
left hand, using the right to hold the lanyard and keep it from becoming entangled on the carriage. When the primer is inserted, he/she moves the left hand down the breech to secure the lanyard while Cannoneer #4 moves into firing position, being sure to maintain eye contact with Cannoneer #4 as #4 takes the slack out of the lanyard.
When Cannoneer #4 is in position, he/she will nod his head to indicate the signal for #2 to release the lanyard and retrace his/her steps back outside the wheel, keeping his/her back to the muzzle and without grasping the wheel.
Once outside the wheel, he/she resumes the READY position and announces, "READY!"
D. Cannoneer #3 - When the command "Reprime the Piece" is given, Cannoneer #3 steps forward even with the hub of the wheel and hands Cannoneer #2 the priming wire over the top of the wheel. He/She remains there until #2 returns the priming wire and then #3 returns to his/her original position.
E. Cannoneer #4 - When the command "Reprime the Piece" is given, Cannoneer #4 steps forward, even with the hub of the wheel. He/She immediately prepares another primer by fixing it to the lanyard. He/She hands the primer to Cannoneer #2 over the wheel. Keeping eye contact with #2, he/she takes the slack out of the lanyard as before, nodding when in position so that #2 can return to his/her position outside the wheel.
When the command FIRE is given by the Gunner, Cannoneer #4 pulls the lanyard as before.
F. Cannoneer #5 - Cannoneer #5 remains in position, keeping his/her eyes down-range, alert for possible range violations.
NOTE: The Level I repriming procedure is repeated three times before going to Level II procedures to correct a misfire. However, if the primers are faulty, not igniting, the gun may be fired with a quill primer and linstock.
Artillery firing events/demonstrations in ASP will remove powder charges and wadding only with a CO2/H2O fire extinguisher. Only under extreme circumstances will the artillery worm be placed in service to extract the charge. Level II misfires will only be corrected once the event/demonstration is concluded.
A. Cannoneer #5 is responsible for the placement of the misfire kit or contacting an SPSO. B. The Gunner will remain in place and direct the unloading operation under the supervision of an SPSO. Cannoneers #2, #4, and #5 will perform the procedure. C. Cannoneer #5 will retrieve the misfire kit, load two 60cc disposable veterinary syringes with water, and hand them to #4. Cannoneer #4 will inject water into the vent. It is the judgment of the Gunner to determine if additional water is required. D. Cannoneer #4 returns syringes to #5. E. Cannoneer #5 will retrieve the CO2/H2O fire extinguisher and hand to #4. F. Cannoneer #4 will introduce the vent adaptor nozzle of the CO2/H2O extinguisher into the vent of the cannon and discharge extinguisher. G. Cannoneer #2 will submerge the expelled powder charge in a bucket of water.
SAFETY NOTE: Cannoneer #4 will wear leather gloves during Level II misfire procedures. In extreme circumstances or if CO2/H2O is unavailable, after completing steps 1-4 above, fully elevate muzzle, continue to inject vent until vent is flooded. Cannoneer #1 will then flood the bore and using the worm, carefully draw the charge and place it in sponge bucket.
Unit:
Weapon:
Bore in inches:
S/N or Gun#
The tube is clean and free of rust and corrosion No sign of external damage or strain (dents, cracks, etc.) Inside of bore is relatively smooth No internal signs of damage (bulges, pits, lodgments, scale, etc.) On iron guns with liners/sleeves, the liner/sleeve is secure The vent is clear and of acceptable size (not exceeding .280") No signs of stress around trunnions No signs of weakness at the chaplets on bronze tubes
Wheels are tight and free of rot or insect infestation Body of carriage is free of rot or insect infestation No parts are missing, cracked, bent, or damaged Wheels move freely Elevating mechanism works smoothly and properly None of the ironwork is loose Tube rotates freely on its trunnions Trunnion caps fit snugly and are properly keyed Lids of limber chest and/or side boxes fit securely Wood is generally free of serious checking or splintering Wheel hub does not gouge the end of the axle tree Linchpin is not digging into wheel hub
All necessary equipment is present Sponge is in good condition and fitted to bore Rammer head is secure and free of cracks Prongs of the worm are sharp and not bent Small items in good condition (thumb stall, tube pouch, etc.) Leather gauntlets in good condition Limber box and haversack is clean and free of spilled powder The gun book is up to date
THIS WEAPON: Passed
Failed
Comments:
Inspector:
Date
Date
Weapon #
SN#
This weapon has been checked for the following safety conditions:
A Yes on any question constitutes a safety failure.
| Condition | Yes | No | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrel | *Loaded | — | — |
| *Bore Obstruction | — | — | |
| *Dents, Dings, or Bulges | — | — | |
| Stock | *Cracks or Splits | — | — |
| *Rough Edges | — | — | |
| *Missing Screws or Looseness | — | — | |
| Lock | *Works Roughly | — | — |
| *Half-cock Inoperable | — | — | |
| *Trigger Pull Too Light/Heavy | — | — | |
| Inspector's overall impression of the weapon: Fail___ Pass ___ |
This weapon inspected by
This form is an assurance that this weapon was in safe functioning condition at the time of inspection. Safe operation and adherence to all safety rules is the responsibility of the undersigned demonstrator.
I have read and understand all rules, policies, and directives concerning the use of historic weapons at Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism events.
Name Date
There are three parts to the historic small arm: barrel, stock, and lock. The check-in form is to be completed in ink only! Each of these three parts has three conditions to be checked.
1. Barrel-Loaded - Check to see if the barrel is loaded by springing the rammer. Check the weapon to insure there is no live percussion cap on the cone. Insert the ramrod into the bore, threaded end first. Inspector should hear a metallic "ping" when the rammer contacts the breech face and the rammerhead should barely protrude from the muzzle indicating an unloaded weapon. Mark "No" on the check-in form and proceed to the next condition.
If there is no "ping" or the rammerhead protrudes significantly from the muzzle, the weapon should be considered loaded. Mark "Yes" on the check-in form, the weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area. (See instructions on clearing a loaded weapon or misfire)
2. Barrel-Bore Obstruction - Using a bore light, check the weapon for any foreign matter present in the bore. If no bore light is available, insert the ramrod into the bore threads first. (Be sure not to insert rammerhead first, in rusty or excessively fouled weapons, it is possible to lodge the rammerhead in the bore.)
The rammer should move freely in the bore, mark "No" on the form.
Any stickiness or resistance to the rammer moving up and down in the bore is indicative of a bore obstruction. Rust and excessive fouling should be considered bore obstructions; mark "Yes" on the form, the weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area.
3. Barrel-Dents, Dings, or Bulges - Visually inspect the barrel for dents or deep scratches that deform the barrel. Pay close attention to the muzzle, it should be uniformly round with no deformities. Look for bumps, bulges, or swellings that indicate the barrel has been weakened.
The barrel is uniformly smooth, no deformity, mark 'No' on the form.
The barrel shows dents, dings, or bulges, Mark 'Yes' on the form. The weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area.
1. Stock-cracks or splits - The stock must be free from cracks or splits that could result in stock breakage or the pinching of hands and skin. The stock is free from the above defects; mark 'No' on the form.
The stock is cracked or split; mark 'Yes' on the form, the weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area.
2. Stock-Rough Edges - The stock must be free of rough edges that could result in injury to the demonstrator's hands. The stock is free from the above defects; mark 'No' on the form.
The stock has rough or sharp edges; mark 'Yes' on the form. The weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area.
3. Stock-Missing Screws or Looseness - Check the stock for loose or improper fit. Check that barrel bands or pins are snug and in place. Check that all screws are in place and in good condition. Barrel bands should not be so tight as to prevent drawing rammer. The stock is free from the above defects; mark 'No' on the form.
The stock does not hold the barrel or lock properly and tightly. Screws are missing, loose, or damaged in the butt plate, lock, trigger guard, tumbler, or barrel bands. Mark "Yes" on the form, the weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area.
1. Lock-Works Roughly - The lock must work smoothly. Depress the trigger with the forefinger of one hand. Use the edge of the other hand to move the hammer or cock back and forth. The hammer or cock should move smoothly without binding. Weapons made by EuroArms may exhibit some roughness and heavy trigger pull, as this is inherent in the lock. Please take that into consideration. Lock works smoothly, mark "No" on the form.
The lock binds, hangs, or requires excessive effort; mark "Yes" on the form, the weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area.
2. Lock-Half Cock Inoperable - The half cock is the safety on an historic weapon and must work. Move the hammer or cock through its positions, listening and watching for positive clicking at half cock and full cock. Check that the hammer releases cleanly when the trigger is pulled while keeping control over the hammer.
Place the weapon on half cock and suspend the weapon by the trigger with one finger while keeping control of the weapon with the free hand. If the weapon remains on half cock while supporting its weight on the trigger, the half cock is functioning properly. The half cock functions properly, mark "No" on the form.
The half cock does not function properly; mark "Yes" on the form, the weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area.
3. Lock- Trigger pull Too Light or Heavy - Trigger pull that is too light (hair trigger) can result in the weapon discharging unexpectedly. A trigger that is too hard to pull (too heavy) can be equally as dangerous.
With the weapon on full cock and the hammer/cock held by the free hand, determine if the trigger requires a reasonable amount of effort to fire the weapon. If the effort required is so little that the weapon could easily be fired unintentionally, the trigger pull is too light. If the effort required is so great as to make it difficult to fire the weapon when the order to fire is given, the trigger pull is too heavy. Trigger pull is reasonable, mark "No" on the form.
Trigger pull is too light or too heavy; mark "Yes" on the form, the weapon has failed the safety inspection and must be cleared by a Park designated safety officer in a clear area.
Inspector's Overall Impression - Conditions may exist, which make a firearm potentially unsafe in the opinion of the inspector. In these instances, the inspector should fail the weapon. Weapons that fail the initial inspection may be serviced or repaired. All repairs should be conducted by a qualified State Park Safety Officer or gunsmith.
The purpose of this Appendix is to establish department policies concerning standards and procedures for the safe storage, handling, and care of black powder and historic weapons.
Black powder is the oldest explosive and propellant known to man. From the beginning, it has been feared and treated with great respect. Even after 600 years of use, the need to be aware of the inherent hazards of working with black powder has not changed.
"It is important to keep in mind that a single, one pound can of black powder is the equivalent of seven sticks of dynamite."
Don Steiner, NPS
Sporting black powder, which is the only kind of black powder that is to be used with historic weapons, is still made from the centuries old recipe of 75% potassium nitrate, 15% charcoal, and 10% sulfur. Black powder is called black because of its color, which comes from the charcoal. The original "gunpowder" is known today as black powder to differentiate it from later developments such as nitrocellulose "smokeless" gunpowder and sodium nitrate "blasting" powder. Using any "gunpowder" other than potassium nitrate sporting black powder in a musket or cannon creates an extremely hazardous situation that could result in an explosion that destroys the weapon and fatally injures the demonstrator(s) and bystanders.
There are three basic types of black powder. Serpentine powder refers to powder made by mixing the ingredients when wet and allowing the mixture to dry into a cake. The cake is then broken into grains. This process is the oldest and most dangerous. It was replaced by corned powder. Corned powder is formed by forcing the wet mixture through sieves which created grains of a regulated size. Corned powder could then be tumbled in a barrel to produce a denser and more polished grain, making it the third type of black powder, Glazed powder. In the mid nineteenth century, graphite was added to the barrel to produce a shiny surfaced grain. It was once believed that the graphite made the powder less hygroscopic or less capable of absorbing moisture.
A. F, FF, FFF, FFFF. These letters refer to the sieve size and thus to the fineness of the grains of powder. Simply, the more f's, the smaller the powder. Grain size affects burn speed, with smaller grains burning more rapidly. The more rapidly it burns, the greater pressure it creates. FFFF is usually only for priming flintlocks, FFF for small bore pistols and some rifles, FF for muskets, and F or cannon grade for guns or artillery, with cannon grade being recommended. B. Duck Shooting Powder. Shotgun powder which is not processed as carefully as rifle powder. C. P. and T.P. These were early designations for coarse powder used mainly in shotguns and cannon. D. r and g following other designations such as FFg. The g stands for glazed powder and the r stands for unglazed powder. E. Pellet Powder. Powder compressed in large pellet size pieces used for blasting. F. Prismatic Powder. Pieces of powder formed in hexagonally cross-sectioned shapes. This was used for cannons. G. Soda Powder or "B" Blasting Powder. Made with sodium nitrate instead of potassium nitrate and used for blasting. It has a faster burning curve than potassium nitrate and is therefore louder.
"Gunpowder" is classified and regulated by three divisions of the federal government, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (BATF), and the Department of Transportation (DOT). These classifications are as follows:
| Substance | OSHA | BATF |
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| Black powder | Class "A" | Low Explosive |
| Smokeless powder | Class "B" | High Explosive |
| Fireworks powder | Class "C" | Comb. Explosive |
Black Powder should be transported by at least two persons, properly secured and never left unattended. A working fire extinguisher is required. The DOT does not require a load of black powder to bear a placard if being transported by the end user.
Black powder should never be stored in a Visitor Center or other building that is accessible to the public. Black powder should never be left in an unsecured location. An unsecured location is any place accessible to anyone other than staff involved in black powder events or demonstrations and their supervisors. Black powder shall be stored in a black powder manufacturer's approved container.
Do not store more than fifty (50) pounds of black powder in one place. Separate quantities of black powder by at least 18 feet. Storage of more than fifty (50) pounds in one place requires a Class I fixed magazine which is a dedicated purpose-built facility.
Cleaning a black powder firearm can be wet and messy, please take that into consideration.
Items needed: tools for disassembly, cleaning rod, hot water, dishing washing liquid, cleaning patches, bucket, BreakFree Oil.
Disassemble the weapon as required and proceed using the following steps:
"Pa would take down his gun down from the wall and clean it. Out in the snowy woods all day, it might have gathered a little dampness, and the inside was sure to be dirty from powder smoke.
So Pa would take the ramrod from its place under the barrel, and fasten a piece of clean cloth on its end. He stood the gun barrel in a pan on the hearth and poured boiling water from the kettle into the gun barrel. Then
quickly he dropped the ramrod in and rubbed it up and down, up and down, while the hot water blackened with powder smoke spurted out the little hole on which the cap was placed when the gun was loaded.
Pa kept pouring in more water and washing the gun barrel with the cloth on the ramrod until the water ran out clear. Then the gun was clean. The water must always be boiling, so the heated steel would dry instantly.
Then Pa put a clean, greased rag on the ramrod, and while the gun barrel was still hot he greased it well on the inside. With another clean, greased cloth he rubbed it all over, outside, until every bit of it was oiled and sleek. After that he rubbed and polished the gunstock until the wood of it was bright and shining, too."
Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House in the Big Woods 1932.
With a few modern allowances, this is still the best way to clean a black powder rifle or musket. For the sake of safety, don't use boiling water. The water should be hot, but not so hot as to scald the user. Use your own good judgment about how hot is safe for you to use.
Don't use a kettle, just pour the hot, soapy water into the bucket and place the breech end of the barrel (removed from the stock if possible) in the water, being sure that the vent or nipple is below the water level. As the ramrod is drawn up and down inside the barrel, it will pump hot water in and out through the vent. Change the water when it becomes excessively fouled.
Remove the barrel from the water and allow it to drain for a few moments muzzle down. Use clean, dry patches to rub the bore dry and then use a good, water repelling oil such as BreakFree oil to rub on the barrel both inside and out (you can use bear grease if you feel you must).
Weapons should be cleaned within a 24 hour period or as needed inside that period. For weekend demonstrations the weapon can be used all weekend before cleaning as outlined above. It is imperative that a weapon not be stored after firing without a thorough cleaning.
A brush on a cleaning rod can be used to remove excess fouling between demonstrations.
More oil is needed on a weapon being stored than one being used. A weapon that has been stored should have the barrel swabbed with a clean patch to remove excess oil before use. Bright finish weapons require special care to avoid rust.
Each historic weapon that is the property of the Department of Parks & Tourism shall have a corresponding “Gun Book” which records the serial number, user of the weapon, time and date of each use and the purpose of the use, date of cleaning and any maintenance to the weapon.
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