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Section IV: Equipment and Specifications.
- All lifts shall be done on a platform not less than 2.46 m. x 2.46 m. (8 ft. x 8 ft.) and secure enough to insure the safety of the lifter, spotters and loaders. The surface of the platform must be firm, non-slip and level with no discernible seams in the vicinity of the general lifting area. Rubber mats or similar sheeting materials are permitted. No one is allowed on the platform during lifting sessions except the lifter, designated spotters, the three referees on duty and any other meet officials that are needed. Any cleaning, brushing or adjusting of the platform or equipment must be handled by official personnel only. - During the Bench Press, a lifter may have his/her own spotter to help with the "lift off". After the lift off is complete, the lifters spotter must leave the platform. The official spotters will spot the lift.
B.) Bars:
- For all powerlifting competitions, only disc barbells are permitted. Only bars that meet all specifications may be used throughout the entire competition for all lifts. Any unofficial bars used will invalidate any records that may have been accomplished. - The bar shall be straight, well knurled and grooved. - The total overall length is not to exceed 2.2 m., except for specialized squat bars. - The distance between the inside collar is not to exceed 1.32 m. or less than 1.31 m., except for specialized squat bars. - The diameter of the bar is not to exceed 29 mm. or be less than 1.31 m., except for specialized squat bars. - The weight of the bar and collars is to be 25 kg. - The diameter of the sleeve shall be 49.5 - 52 mm. - There shall be a circular machine or tape marking so as to measure 81 cm. between the markings. - Specialized squat bars shall have a maximum diameter of 32 mm.; a maximum sleeve length of 508 mm.; a distance between inside collar faces not to exceed 1434 mm.; a maximum overall length of 2400 mm. The weight shall be 30 kg. including the collars and shall be voted on by the competitors.
C.) Discs:
- All competitions under ISA/ISAA rules shall be conducted using weights in kilograms. - All discs used in competition must weigh with .25% of their correct face value. - The hole size in the middle of the disc shall fit on the bar without excessive play. - Discs must be of the following range: 0.25 kg., 0.5 kg., 1.25 kg., 2.5 kg., 5 kg., 10 kg., 15 kg., 20 kg., 45 kg., 50 kg. - For record setting, even lighter discs may be used to achieve a weight of at least 500 grams more than the existing record. - All discs must be clearly marked with their weight and loaded in the sequence of heavier discs innermost with the small discs in descending weight. - The first and heaviest discs must be loaded on the bar face in, with the rest of the discs loaded face out. - The diameter of the largest disc shall be no more than 45 cm. - Disc should conform to the following color coding: 10 kg. and below - any color; 15 kg. - yellow; 20 kg. - blue; 25 kg. - red; 45 kg. - gold; 50 kg. - green.
D.) Collars:
- Collars must always be used in competition. - Each collar must weigh 2.5 kg. unless a specialized squat bar is used. - Specialized squat bar collars shall be used with those bars.
E.) Squat Racks:
- Squat racks should be made of a sturdy construction and provide maximum stability. The base shall be of such design that it does not impede the lifter, loaders or spotters. It may consist of a one piece unit or two separate stands designed to hold the bar in a horizontal position. - The design of the squat racks shall allow adjustments that accommodate all lifters. - Height adjustments should be at incremental stages not exceeding 5 cm. - For extra safety all hydraulic racks should be capable of being secured at the required height by means of pins. - Hydraulic racks must be used in all National, International and World Championships.
F.) Bench:
- The bench shall be of sturdy construction for maximum stability. - The length shall not be less than 1.22 m. and shall be flat and level. - The width shall be 29-32 cm. - The height shall be 42-45 cm. measured from the floor to the top of the padded surface of the bench without being depressed or compacted. - The height of the uprights on adjustable benches should be from a minimum of 82-100 cm. measured from the floor to the bar rest position. On non-adjustable benches, the height of the uprights must be between 87-100 cm from the floor to the bar rest position. - The minimum width between the insides of the bar rests shall be 1.10 m.
G.) Lights:
- A system of lights shall be provided whereby the referees make known their decisions. Each referee will control a white light for a "good lift" and a red light for a "no lift". The lights must be wired in such a way that they light up together and not separately when activated by the three referees. It is preferable that the lights be arranged horizontally corresponding with the position of the three referees. It is also allowable, and mandatory for a backup system for all competitions, that referees be provide with a small white and red flag with which to make known their decisions. It may also be allowable to use the "thumbs up" or "thumbs down" system.
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