The paddock is defined as the area reserved for the parking of or working on participating automobiles. At Time Trials events, these areas should be defined as “cold” areas, and as such, be open to spectators (if applicable), unless otherwise restricted in the Supplemental Regulations for an event.

1. Cars shall not be run in gear with the drive wheels off the ground.

2. Jack stands must be used whenever any person is under any part of a lifted vehicle.

3. All vehicles must be securely held in place via chock, stand, or other positive method whenever the driver is not seated in the driver’s seat.

4. Any compressed gas cylinders with pressures above 200 psi must have a cage or similar device to protect the valve/regulator/gauge assembly when rigged for use.

5. Any pets must be securely fastened to a leash and securely held by a stationary object or by an adult at all times.

6. All minors shall be under adult supervision at all times.

7. No person may ride on the external bodywork of any vehicle in the pit/paddock.

8. Commercial and private unmanned aircraft systems (aka "drones") are prohibited unless authorized in the Supplementary Regulations. Subject to Federal (FAA), State, Local laws, the rules imposed by the venue and with the approval of the sanctioning SCCA Region or SCCA, Inc. Program Manager (known as event organizer), Unmanned Aircraft Vehicle (“UAV” or “Drone”) operators/owners must provide proof of FAA certification and provide a certificate of insurance (COI) evidencing $5M of primary liability insurance naming SCCA and the venue as additional insureds. Recreational use of UAVs is prohibited.  Drone operators must comply with FAA regulations in accordance with Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 107, including those for proximity to people, restricted property, and public roads. The sanctioning SCCA Region or SCCA, Inc. Program Manager must indicate approval in the online sanction system and upload the FAA Certification and COI to the event documents.