Student Training Program
based on USPA Skydiver's Information Manual, and
The USPA Integrated Student Program

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Hand Deploy Training Class

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A USPA instructor or coach may conduct the transition ground training and should jump with student to observe deployment for debrief.

A USPA instructor or coach is required to assist and supervise the student on the plane and at exit. Do not perform any canopy maneuvers that will jeopardize your ability to land safely on the drop zone.

Notify your manifest and the Load Organizer (LO) that you are conducting a first hand deploy skydive.

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Hand Deploy Training: use the actual rig you will be jumping. You should be suited up during this training period, including helmet, goggles, altimeter and gloves (if needed).

Must use a two-point cutaway rig with a student AAD.

A complete review of all hand deploy elements including malfunctions:

____ pilot chute in tow
____ packing errors
____ proper bridle routing
____ pilot chute bridle wrapped around arms or body
____ a malfunctioning pilot chute.
____ a discussion of total malfunctions (deployed but nothing is out)
____ a discussion of altitude awareness and the "two try" rule
____ demonstrate awareness of the proper pilot chute packing system
____ discuss the reasons for hand deploy over ripcord
____ a discussion of the collapsible pilot chute handling and packing
____ practice until proficient and capable of deployment in all situations with ease

Also, you will be trained in pre-jump pin checking and how to check your hand deploy system with your rig on.