“Violation of WPAC Airsoft Rules may result in immediate and permanent expulsion from the club or event, and refunds will not be issued. We kindly ask you to be responsible and follow the below Terms & Conditions. Failure to comply may result in injury of oneself and others.”
Dunstan Camilleri – WPAC President
A safety briefing about the safety protocol, basic rules of engagement and rules regarding the safe zone is held before every session by either a Committee member or an Activity Coordinator.
Members Obligations:
Airsoft is a sport based on honour and respect. Failure can compromise everyone’s safe enjoyment of the day.
We appreciate the difference between aggressive play and aggressive behaviour therefore, respect all players all time.
Everyone has different levels of enjoyment and involvement.
Any physical or threatening behaviour is never allowed.
Anyone under the effect of chemical substances and/or alcohol will be prohibited from participating and has to leave the playing area immediately. If a player notices someone is not playing by the rules, is obliged to inform the committee immediately. Retain a description of the player to enable the committee to identify and take action.
No one is allowed to take any corrective action against any player as this may lead to a difference of opinion leaving the matter unresolved and creating animosity. All members are obliged to carry their membership card on every Airsoft event.
Members are encouraged to consult the Committee about the membership, licensing, airsoft replicas and other issues that may arise.
Permission should be sought and obtained from WPAC Committee for a member to take part in an activity that is not being organised by the Club
New members:
Potential Airsoft members are allowed to attend and experience one session prior joining the Club, the individual will be supplied with a high visibility vest and allowed to observe the game play from the battlefield.
If he/she wishes to take part in an event on his first session, we have airsoft replica that he/she can rent at an additional cost as deemed suitable by our sponsor Airsoft Store Malta.
Club Contact and Information:
All Information related to this Club will be regularly posted on our Social Media platforms and also on ‘Members Portal’.
WPAC Official Website will be available for every Member where they can access all information related to events, membership fees, training and more.
Photos and Videos:
Any Photos and Videos taken and shared during any WPAC events:
Should observe all human fundamental rights
Should Respect one’s own: political belief, religious belief, gender, sexual orientation and race or nationality.
Should not contain any promotional material.
WPAC has full ownership and all the rights on all photos and footages that will be released by WPAC Social Media Team.
WPAC can use footages and photos taken during the events for Social Media purposes only.
Medical:
A certain amount of risk is carried by physical activity.
Members taking part in any events run by Wolf Pack Airsoft Club do so at their own risk.
It is the responsibility of the Member/parent/guardian (as applicable) to keep WPAC updated on any changes to contact or health details.
Any medication needed onsite as indicated on the application form, should be kept in a container, clearly labelled with your/child’s name, dosage and use.
Clothing and Eye Protection:
Ballistic Eye protection rated MIL-PRF-31013 standard, must be worn at all times (never removed even if fogged). It is strongly recommended to use full face protection during airsoft events. If one chooses not to abide by this rule will be doing this at one’s own risk. Mesh eye protection is not allowed.
The terrain is uneven and there are many trip hazards. Players are obliged to wear suitable footwear with good ankle support.
Teams are identified by wearing coloured bands, Usually the colours blue and red/orange are used and portrayed by wearing coloured armbands or a piece of cloth pinned in a visible area. (Each player needs to have one of each colour as teams are always changing.)
The Airsoft Replicas Safety Rules:
ALL TYPES OF HPA FIREARMS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
Firearms rules that must to be in mind even while handling Airsoft guns:
Treat all guns as if loaded.
Point the gun only in the direction you intend to engage or towards the ground.
Finger off the Trigger at all times until you intend to fire.
Be sure of your target, its surroundings and beyond.
Transporting Airsoft Replicas:
All weapons must be carried in a concealed bag away from public view.
No more than three weapons are allowed to be carried per person.
Always have your club membership cards & Insurance policy at hand when carrying/transporting airsoft weapons to and from an event.
Spot checks will be made and those who fail in presenting the necessary documents will be dismissed from the session.
Airsoft Replicas and Ballistic Shields Limitations:
Real steel weapons (real guns or knives) are not allowed at our events. Do not under any circumstances brandish a real weapon at a WPAC Airsoft event.
Airsoft Replicas and Joules limits:
Chronograph results are obtained (Average out of 5 shots)
– 0 – Mt Grenade (2.5 metres radius)
0 – Metres Under 1.00J Gas/Spring Pistols/Shotgun stockless only (semi-auto only)
10 – Meters. 1.01J – 1.48J. AR-Rifle/SMG/CO2 Pistols/Pistol Carbines with stock (semi-auto only)
15 – Meters. 1.49J – 1.79J. Rifle (semi-auto only)
20 – Meters. 1.80J – 2.3J. LMG/DMR (semi-auto only)
25 – Meters. 2.31J – 2.8J Sniper Bolt Action (semi-auto only)
Every over powered Airsoft weapon will be considered as an ornament and will not be able to take part in any activity.
Airsoft grenades, claymores and mines:
Unmodified airsoft grenades, claymores and mines bought from authorised airsoft sellers bear no limit in fps and can be used as intended.
DIY grenades, claymores and mines are subjective and must be tested by the committee before use in the field.
Pyros, homemade smokes, flares, etc. that can cause loud percussion or fire are NOT allowed during events.
Knives:
For ANY reason, Real knives are not allowed during any airsoft games The possession of a real knife will result in an automatic ban of the holder from the Field. Possession of multi tool pocket knife (Swiss knife) in a pouch and used ONLY for field repairs are allowed
Rubber or dummy knives are allowed during game play.
In case of doubt do not take chances, but refer items to the Committee.
Airsoft Ballistic Shields:
Riot Shield should not be used unless the shield weight is at least 8 kg and has a tactical look. Users must go only with a Pistol or Knife and must lean head unless it has a window and expose arm to shoot. Shields made of Cardboard or improvised metal are not allowed.
Safe Zone:
Wear Ballistic eye protection at all times.
In the Safe Zone all weapons must be on safe and cannot be fired.
No loaded weapons are allowed in the Safe Zone. Properly holstered handguns are allowed loaded if they offer no threats to you and those around you.
Airsoft Weapons with unmovable magazines such as LMG’s can have the magazine if it is not in hand and left in a safe location.
Dry and Live firing while kitting up can only be done out of the safe zone (This can only be done when there is no game in progress)
Rules of engagement:
Never engage a person before you identify that he/she is another player.
If in doubt do not engage and verify.
Contact range both indoor and outdoor:
0 – Mt Grenade (2.5 meters’ radius)
0 – Meters Under 1.00J Gas/Spring Pistols/Shotgun stockless only (semi-auto only)
10 – Meters. 1.01J – 1.48J. AR-Rifle/SMG/CO2 Pistols/Pistol Carbines with stock (semi-auto only)
15 – Meters. 1.49J – 1.79J. Rifle (semi-auto only)
20 – Meters. 1.80J – 2.3J. LMG/DMR (semi-auto only)
25 – Meters. 2.31J – 2.8J Sniper Bolt Action (semi-auto only) Grenades.
Grenades should not be used on targets exceeding 25 metres away. The killing radius of a grenade is 2.5 metres (8ft) every person in this area is presumed hit unless he/she has a solid protection such as walls.
If a grenade does not detonate, it is deemed as dud.
Never throw overhand.
Grenades can also be used to booby trap a player Close quarters and Indoors use Single shots.
During close quarters engagement (less than 10 metres) or indoor engagement every weapon should be set and fired on semi auto or single shot. Head shots are to be avoided if possible especially at close quarter engagements.
Always attempt to aim for the body or legs of another player as headshots are dangerous and can cause serious injury. All players know the risks involved and accept that if the only part of them on show to the enemy is the head, they are presenting it as a target.
Aiming for someone’s head when one could aim for the body is NOT accepted and may be seen as reckless/dangerous play and in violation of the rules.
Close Quarter Behind Cover Engagement refers to those fights that occur from one cover to another in a 5-metre span or less.
During such engagements one should be prudent and aim as much as possible to the weapons or hands.
Do not shoot unless the opponent is pointing his weapon at you. Headshots must be avoided as much as possible.
No blind firing – blind fire is defined as simply firing without recognizing what you are firing at. Single shots only are allowed, No burst shots or binary triggers are allowed unless specified before hand by the committee.
When conducting a Knife Kill, one should use the dummy knife to lightly touch his/her opponent.
The eliminated player should not call the hit immediately to give credit to the stealthy effort the killer carried out. He/she should move safely and in silence walk a few metres away and then shout the hit and proceed to the safe zone.
No Physical engagement is permitted.
Offenders to this rule can be ejected from the game and stopped in further participation in the event.
To avoid overkill please allow eliminated players a chance to expose their dead rag or raise their hand.
Hit Rules:
Every part of the body is considered a HIT.
If the projectile hits any part of the apparel or body it is considered as a Kill.
Weapon Hit – when a player’s weapon is HIT, one can shout ‘Weapon Hit’ & use the sidearm. If the player does not have a side arm, the player has to call HIT
Blue on Blue happens when a person shoots and hits a player of his own team. This is still considered as a kill therefore both players have to call the hit and walk out.
Suicide– accidental own shooting or having one’s own grenade deploying within a 2.5-meter radius is considered as a hit.
Ricochets are not considered as hits.
When a player is struck with a BB, shout HIT, raise up hand, waving the ‘dead rag’ or hand to signal. A player should NEVER shoot back after being hit, put the weapons on safe and take the safest quickest route to the safe zone.
Do not interfere with the game and do not talk to any player (Dead man don’t speak). Before going in the safe zone, remove the magazine, shoot 3 dry shots, put the weapon on safe, and enter the safe zone.
Dead Rag (Red Flag) – is a piece of red material that is used by players to signal that they have been hit and are out of the game.
During gameplay, eliminated players should remain in the designated safe area where no firing is allowed as this will disturb the players who are still in the game.
If a player has not made his/her status clear with a dead rag or arm clearly raised, then they are classified as in-game players and can be engaged.
Game play:
Wear Ballistic eye protection at all times.
Finger off the trigger until you are ready to engage your opponent.
The game starts with “Standby…Standby…3, 2, 1…GO, GO, GO”, followed by 7 seconds of no shooting.
No excessive shouting if not hurt or in danger.
Players are not to shout out at anyone, thinking he/she is not taking the hits – INFORM the committee.
Re-Spawning must be done properly depending on the scenario being played. The re-spawn rules may vary but generally one should return to the nearest re-spawn point and wait for a few moments before re-joining the game.
Re-spawn points will be explained before the game begins.
Camping at your opponent re-spawn is not allowed
Cease fire must be called loudly and relayed from player to player with the intention that the entire battle field is aware of this status. During a ceasefire one should keep his position and put his/her weapons on safe.
The person initiating this call must keep track of the cause such as a civilian trespasser. Once the area is clear again one should shout “Standby…Standby…GO GO GO” to continue with the game. If one encounters a problem, the game coordinator or the committee should be informed immediately.
INDEX is defined as the end of the game. When an Index is called, players should relay this information with the intention that the entire battle field is aware of this status and return to the safe zone.
Before entering the safe zone, remove the magazine, shoot 3 dry shots, weapons on safe, and walk in the safe zone.
In case of a Police presence never point weapons at an officer, drop weapons in front of you/sling and identify yourself.
Ask permission to remove the magazine from the weapon and tell them that there are others playing and you are going to warn them shout CEASE FIRE POLICE IN ZONE. And wait for the committee to arrive. If instructed by the police, everyone will proceed to the safe zone, in an index state.
If Arguments occur, all the involved players must leave the game area towards the safe zone where they can settle their problem. It is very important that they should attend the safety procedures before entering the safe zone.
If by the end of the game the argument is still unsettled, those individuals will be asked to leave the area. (Best way is the being friendly and let go, change direction and continue playing)
Cheating:
If you suspect anyone of cheating then report it to a marshal or a member of the Committee.
They will then take the appropriate action. Cheating is deemed deliberately not declaring your hits, straying out of designated boundaries stated by the Committee, playing dead when not, straying from any defensive perimeter as defined by the Committee, using a weapon above the clubs specified limits, when a dead player communicates by word, gesture, radio or any other means to players still active in the game.
If the same player is caught cheating multiple times, the Committee has all the rights to issue a warning or ban the player.
The Committee also has every right to revoke his/her membership and are not entitled to any refunds.
General Rules:
NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO SHOOT AT OTHER PLAYERS OUTSIDE THE GAMEPLAY
Safety violations and/or cheating will not be tolerated. There are no exceptions. Any violation will result in immediate removal from the area. No refunds will be issued if you apply.
If a player has 3 reports per 4 sessions, he/she will be banned from airsoft activity for 2 weeks.
If a player is caught on camera a one-month suspension will be issued.
Marshalls may be used during games. They will be indicated with a high visibility vest.
During breaks a designated area will be set for players to do target shooting. Other areas are prohibited for such activity.
The committee is the final approval for all field decisions, the calling of games, resolutions on all conflicts and issues, and is responsible for all safety related items and events that occur on the field.
If a conflict or discrepancy arises that cannot be solved between groups or individuals, the game is stopped and the committee makes the final decision regarding the conflict or discrepancy. Arguing with the committee will result in an immediate ejection from that day’s game event.
Gear:
Hydration is critical for airsoft especially during the summer season. Therefore, Camelbacks or just water bottles will do fine.
A Load Bearing Vest, Plate Carrier, Chest rig or something modular like tactical belts with pouches is very appropriate to carry one’s gear in the battle field. Moreover, having a tactical look helps improve the experience.
It is also recommended to carry a whistle just in case of emergency.
Every member should have a personal basic medical kit.
Radios & Walkie Talkies:
In accordance to the Electronic Communication Regulation Act Cap.399 & the General Authorisations Radio Communications Apparatus Regulations S.L.399.40 and as suggested to us by the MCA, the only allowable license free equipment must adhere to the below criteria :
⁃ Radios must be strictly classified as PMR446
⁃ Radios must not have a detachable antenna
⁃ Radios must not be able to access other frequencies apart from 446 MHz
⁃ Radios cannot exceed 500 mAh / 0.5 watts
BAOFENG branded radios are not acceptable by Maltese and European Regulations. Anyone who is found to have in possession this equipment without an MCA License is in breach of the Club’s Rules and Regulations and disciplinary actions can and will be taken against this member.
Privacy and Data protection:
WPAC members’ records are handled according to the Data Protection Act. Moreover, any information given to any WPAC committee member is bound by privacy and confidentiality.
Liability:
WPAC will not be held liable for damages to third parties, damages to one’s own equipment, loss of equipment, injury or any other loss incurred by any player participating in any event.
Fees:
All fees are payable strictly in full in advance in the beginning of the year and during the events. Late Payment will incur €10 Admin Fee.
Strictly NO REFUNDS on term fees or missed events.
Note: Refunds are acceptable for medical reasons only by providing a medical certificate.
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