Competitor Safety

 

• Competitor’s safety gear will be inspected prior to GCKI races.  Competitors will only be allowed to participate if they wear at all times on-track the following equipment.

 

• Helmet meeting one of the following Standards

 

Snell Foundation Specification	Legal  until
1998 K (kart)	12/25/07
2000 SA and M	12/25/09
2005 SA and M	12/25/14
SFI Specifications	Legal  until
24.1 (youth helmet)	12/25/12
31.2a	12/25/12
41.2a	12/25/12
24.1/2005 (youth helmet)	12/25/14
31.1/2005	12/25/14
41.1/2005	12/25/14

 

• A visor constructed off shatterproof protection for the eyes

 

• Unaltered, collar-type, foam-filled helmet support designed for motorsports applications.

 

• Gloves that completely cover both hands.

 

• An abrasion resistant driving suit, covering the whole body except the head, neck, hands and feet.

 

• Driving shoes and socks providing protection for the entire foot and ankle

 

• For all classes, a flak jacket or rib vest protecting the torso is highly recommended to minimize injury. These devices have been proven to reduce injuries.

 

• Chest protectors meeting SFI Specifications 20.1 are mandatory for all drivers in all classes where the maximum age is 12 or lower.

 

• Ballast weight may not be added to the driver ie addition of weight to the driving apparel, weight belts, ankle weights, etc without the written permission from the race director.

 

• If driver’s hair extends appreciably from beneath the helmet, it is mandatory that the driver wear a balaclava or head sock to prevent the hair from extending outside the helmet.  Also, no apparel items such as bandanas, sweater hoods, loose belts, etc will be permitted.