USPSA Handgun Competition Rules January 2008

2.2.1.3 Fault Lines extending rearward (uprange) should be a minimum
of 3 feet in length, and unless otherwise stated in the written
stage briefing, are deemed to extend rearward to infinity.
2.2.1.4 The use of Shooting Boxes and Fault Lines at prone shooting
positions should be avoided or used with caution.
2.2.1.5 Off-Limits Lines may be used to define an area of the range
floor which has been declared off-limits. The written stage briefing
must identify the presence and location of Off-Limits Lines
(if any). The off-limits area must be clearly delineated with rope,
caution tape or other materials and must be at least 2 feet high
and at least 2 feet from any Fault Line or Shooting Box. (See
Rule 10.2.11)
2.2.2 Obstacles – Courses of fire may include the use of barriers or major
obstacles to be surmounted by competitors. Obstacles used in this way
must not exceed a height of 6.5 feet. Obstacles over 3 feet in height
must be supplied with scaling aids to assist competitors and must be
constructed to provide for the competitor’s safety in the following
ways:
2.2.2.1 Obstacles must be firmly anchored and braced to provide adequate
support when in use. Wherever possible, unduly sharp or
rough surfaces must be removed to reduce the possibility of
injury to competitors and/or Match Officials.
2.2.2.2 The descending side of any obstacle must be clear of obstructions
or natural hazards.
2.2.2.3 Competitors must be allowed to test such obstacles before the
course of fire and should be given a short period to do so.
2.2.2.4 Competitors must not be required to holster their handgun
before ascending these obstacles.
2.2.3 Barriers – Must be constructed in the following manner:
2.2.3.1 They must be high enough and strong enough to serve the
intended purpose.
2.2.3.2 They should include Fault Lines projecting rearward at ground
level from the side edges.
2.2.3.3 Unless otherwise specified in the written stage briefing, all such
barriers, walls, vision barriers and snow fence barriers will be
considered to go from the ground to the height as constructed.
2.2.4 Tunnels – A tunnel that a competitor is required to enter or pass through
must be constructed of suitable material and to any length. However,
sufficient ports must be provided to allow Match Officials to safely
monitor competitor action. Tunnel mouth edges must be prepared to
minimize the possibility of injury to competitors and Match Officials.
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