Riggers Pledge

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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 inspected
             and 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 God 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 per-
             formed 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 voca-
             tion, 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.