Range Safety Officer (RSO)

The RSO should have a current level 1 certification or higher to be an RSO at a non-waivered or notification launch. A level 2 certification is required for waivered launches. The RSO shall ensure to the best of his ability that safe rockets are launched at the range. The RSO shall inspect all rockets for proper construction and preparation for launch. The RSO shall assure himself that rockets will not break the waiver altitude. The RSO may ask the flyer for a computer simulation printout or other data or calculations for the flight if the rocket-motor combination is in question. Complex rockets (clustered motors, staged rockets, and rockets with electronically controlled ejection or other functions) require the RSO to provide extra attention to safety considerations. The RSO must question the participant about aspects of the rocket that may concern him and he must be thoroughly convinced that his concerns are appropriately addressed before approving the rocket for launch. The RSO shall indicate his approval of the rocket for launch by signing the flight card. Any information that is missing or might be helpful to the LCO should be written on the flight card before it is returned to the participant.

If the RSO does not believe that the rocket is safe FOR ANY REASON the RSO shall deny the flight. The RSO's decision is FINAL. There is NO APPEAL and THE DECISION MAY NOT BE OVERRIDDEN by anyone. PERIOD!!!

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