Rigger's Pledge
Words We Live By
We are united in excellence.
At USAPR, we abide by the Rigger’s Pledge and expect all of our graduates to commit to do the same. The origin of the Pledge is unknown and the date it was written remains a mystery – it was already widely respected when we started rigging in the 1970s.
The Pledge continues to not only be relevant, but also powerful and prized.
The Rigger’s Pledge
- I will keep constantly in mind that until men grow wings their parachutes must be dependable.
- I will pack every parachute as though I am to jump with it myself, and will stand ready to jump with any parachute which I have certified as properly packed.
- I will remember always that the other man’s life is as dear to him as mine is to me.
- I will never resort to guesswork, as I know that chance is a fool’s gold and that I, a rigger, cannot depend on it.
- I will never pass over any defect, nor neglect any repair, no matter how small, as I know that omissions and mistakes in the rigging of a parachute may cost a life.
- I will keep all parachute equipment entrusted to my care in the best possible condition, remembering always that little things left undone cause major troubles.
- I will never sign my name to a parachute inspection or packing certificate unless I have personally performed or directly supervised every step, and am entirely satisfied with all the work.
- I will never let the idea that a piece of work is “good enough” make me a potential murderer through a careless mistake or oversight, for I know there can be no compromise with perfection.
- I will keep always a wholehearted respect for my vocation, regarding it as a high profession rather than a day-to-day task, and will keep in mind constantly my grave responsibility.
- I will be sure – always.
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