An Alpine Official as a
Referee or a Jury Advisor
(Start/Finish Referee)
GENERAL INFORMATION:
DETERMINING AN ATHLETE’S AGE CLASS
An athlete’s competition age class is calculated by their actual age on
December 31 of the competition season.
The current competition season is July 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015.
An athlete’s competition age class will be determined by their actual
age on December 31, 2014.
USSA CONCUSSION POLICY
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Any USSA athlete – including those with the new USSA Club Participant membership –
suspected of having sustained a concussion – including those with the new USSA Club
Participant membership – must be removed immediately from participation in USSA
sporting events (e.g. sanctioned training, practice, camps, competitions or tryouts).
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The athlete will be prohibited from further participation until evaluated and cleared in
writing to resume participation.
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Upon removal of an athlete from participation for a suspected concussion, the USSA TD
or member coach making the removal must inform USSA Competition Services at
jweinman@ussa.org.
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Athletes medically cleared to resume participation must provide medical clearance. (A
“Head Injury Evaluation” is available in the “Master Packet of Forms”.)
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If necessary, properly executed medical clearance can be presented to and accepted by
an on-site Jury.
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For athletes under the age of 18, the “Concussion Medical Evaluation Form” requesting
return to training/competition must be signed by the respective athlete’s parent/legal
guardian.
MEMBERSHIP & CERTIFICATIONS
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Jury members, Jury Advisors (Start and Finish Referee), Chief of Course and
Course Setters must be current members of USSA as a Coach/Official or Official
• Jury members must be appropriately certified; Referee and Assistant Referee
(speed events) must be certified Referees for all levels of competition: scored
and non-scored
• Jury Advisors for scored events must either be a certified Referee, Jury Advisor
or Chief of Race
• Jury Advisors for non-scored events should either be a certified Referee, Jury
Advisor or Chief of Race. When online Competition Official certification
becomes available, Jury Advisors for non-scored events must – at a
minimum – be certified Competition Officials.
Coaches must be Coach members in order to participate in any capacity at any
USSA event – scored or non-scored; this includes serving as an on-hill coach.
COACHES’ USSA
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENT
• Except in specific instances where the event has been preapproved, coaches must have current USSA Coach
membership in order to participate in any capacity at any
USSA-sanctioned event
• This requirement includes on-hill coaching
• ROC may require that coaches present current membership
cards*!
*Digital membership cards stored on phones or computers are
acceptable.
REFEREE / JURY ADVISOR FOR ALPINE OFFICIALS
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Sources of Information
Duties and Responsibilities of the Referee
During the Race
Race-Day Scenarios
Resources and References
FIS
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ICR
Precisions
www.fis-ski.com
ftp://ftp.fisski.ch
Rules of FIS Points
WC & COC rules
FIS Equipment Rules
Calendar & bylaws
USSA
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Competition Guide
USSA Equipment Rules
www.ussa.org
Region/Division links
Region/Division/State
Handbooks
• AO Manual
Reference Materials
Glossary of Job Descriptions
Forms
Study Guide and Update
USSA Competition Regulations (ACR)
USSA Course Specifications
USSA Code of Conduct
FIS ICR and its Precisions
The Role of the “Connection Coach”
• One or two are appointed depending on type and level of event
• Serve as liaison between all Team Captains and the Jury
• Serve as on-hill “Eyes of the Jury”
• May supervise yellow flag zones in DH and SG*
• Have voice but no vote in Jury matters/decision
*Depending on terrain, Jury may also choose to appoint Connection
Coach(es) for Giant Slalom events
REFEREE FOR ALPINE OFFICIALS
Duties and Responsibilities
of the Referee
Referee’s Job Description
USSA/FIS 601.4.10
Draws start numbers
Receives start and finish reports
Reviews GJ cards for Faults and other
notes, e.g. interference
Signs and posts the Report by the Referee
Attends Jury meetings: votes and verifies
the vote with his/her signature!
SKI AREA
Report by the Referee
USA
DATE
YOUR RACE
LEVEL
5 McBride, Brett
MEN
USA
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GS - 2
J. WILSON
STRADDLE
This form must be completed for each
classification gender for each run
Posted on Scoreboard/ Official Notice Board
with date and time of posting as well as
expiration time
Bib # as well as named athlete must be
reviewed by Team Captains regardless of
whether or not they feel one of their
competitors may have committed a fault (DSQ)
Protest period is 15 minutes!
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S/REFEREE
Referee: A Member of the Jury
Tenure of the Jury
Radios for all
USSA/FIS 601.4.4
USSA/FIS 601.4.8
Technical Duties
Jury Minutes
USSA/FIS 601.4.6.1
USSA/FIS 601.4.5.4, 601.4.5.5
Organizational Duties
Course Inspection
USSA/FIS 601.4.6.2
603.7.4 / 614.3
USSA/FIS DH 703.2
USSA/FIS SL 804.1 (see 614.3)
USSA/FIS GS 904 (see 614.3)
USSA/FIS SG 1004 (see 614.3)
Disciplinary Duties
USSA/FIS 601.4.6.3
WHAT IS DUE PROCESS?
Due process is "the conduct of formal proceedings according to established
rules and principles for the protection and enforcement of private rights,
including notice and the right to a fair hearing before a tribunal with the
power to decide the case."
The Jury shall provide the athlete a full and complete opportunity to present
his or her side of the case before imposing any sanctions.
USSA/FIS : 224.7 & 646.2
Equipment Rules
USSA/FIS Additional rules
• Ski Stand Height
• Ski Boot Height
• Ski Radius
• Ski Profile Length
• Ski Length
• Helmets – required for USSA and FIS
DH, SG, GS, SL Competitors and Forerunners
• Protective Armor – Forearms, Shins & Knees, Back
Protectors
COMPETITION EQUIPMENT
• Equipment is the responsibility of the athlete and in the case of a minor,
their parents or guardians.
• Equipment must be maintained and utilized in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Protests against equipment at a USSA non-FIS event must be handled
in accordance with current USSA Equipment Control/Protest Guidelines.
• Protests against equipment at a FIS event must be handled in
accordance with current FIS rules.
Equipment violations are subject to disqualification and other sanctions as
determined by the Jury. Sanction may be against the individual competitor,
or the competitor’s coach if it is determined that he/she is complicit in the
use of equipment known to be in violation of the rules.
EQUIPMENT CONTROL: USSA non-FIS Events
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Skis must be marked by the manufacture with both the length and the radius. Unmarked skis will be
grounds for disqualification.
USSA scored alpine events, competition equipment will be subject to unannounced control.
USSA non-scored technical events (GS and SL), equipment control will be dealt with only on a
protest basis.
In the case of all speed events (SG and DH, scored and non-scored) where the Jury has allowed
control of equipment at the start for compliance, the athlete will not be allowed to start if their
equipment does not meet the current marked specifications.
Unless clear violation of equipment rules exists, e.g. no helmet, attached helmet camera, missing or
broken ski brakes, GS skis in a SG, etc., the Start Referee must not refuse an athlete’s right to start.
An athlete in a USSA non-FIS event is also allowed to personalize their helmet with the application of
bling, stickers, helmet camera mount, etc.
The Start and Finish Referees’ responsibility to monitor equipment and communicate to the Jury is
critical in this process and should be reviewed by the TD at each event. TD instructions to these
individuals must be clear. It is essential that the Start and Finish Referee communicate with and
report their findings to the competition Jury.
EQUIPMENT PROTESTS:
• The athlete must compete or intend to compete on the suspect equipment.
• The Coach or Team Captain who observes the equipment that is suspect must alert the
Start Referee of his imminent intention to protest the equipment being used by that
competitor.
• The Coach or Team Captain must formalize the protest, at the end of the run, with the
written protest and the $100 (one hundred USD) protest fee.
• If the athlete has started, the Start Referee alerts the Finish Referee and the Jury, that
there is a pending protest against equipment. The equipment must be evaluated or
confiscated for evaluation when the competitor arrives in the finish.
• Finish Referee should stop the competitor with suspect equipment and confiscate the
suspect equipment pending the filing of the formal protest and Jury review. Confiscation
should be witnessed and third-party access to the confiscated equipment must be avoided.
• Equipment protests cannot be considered or accepted if the suspect equipment has left the
finish area.
EQUIPMENT PROTESTS/TESTING
• If approved testing devices are available, or compliance can be confirmed through
checking the manufacturer’s marks, the Jury will then evaluate the equipment and
render a decision regarding the equipment. The decision of the Jury shall be final.
• If approved testing devices are not available, or the Jury is unable to reach a
consensus, the Jury must seal and ship the equipment to the USSA National Office
for evaluation. USSA’s decision shall be final.
• The Jury will use the $100 (one hundred USD) protest fee to cover the initial
shipping costs. The losing party will be charged by USSA for all expenses related to
shipping and testing. Reimbursement must be submitted within 10 (ten) working
days of notice of USSA’s decision.
Acceptable equipment control devices for USSA non-FIS event alpine equipment
evaluation include:
• Reliable Racing stand height calipers
• FIS-approved equipment-testing devices
EQUIPMENT CONTROL: FIS Events
• FIS event on-site equipment control may only be conducted by a FIS
measurement expert using official FIS measuring tools
• Skis must be clearly marked with both the length and the radius.
Unmarked skis will be grounds for disqualification
• In the case of a speed event (SG & DH) where the jury has allowed
inspection of equipment at the start for compliance, the athlete will not be
allowed to start if their equipment does not meet the current marked
specifications
• Unless clear violation of equipment rules exists, e.g. no helmet, attached
helmet camera or helmet camera mount, missing or broken ski brakes, GS
skis in a SG, etc., the Start Referee must not refuse an athlete ’s right to
start
SUSPECT EQUIPMENT/PROTESTS:
FIS Events
• If protest is involved, Team Captain must notify Start Referee of intention
to file a protest
• Start Referee notifies Jury and Finish Referee of protest or, if no protest
is filed, of suspect equipment
• Protesting Team Captain must file written protest and pay applicable
protest fee prior to Jury meeting
• Finish Referee confiscates equipment before it leaves finish area
• Third-party access to protested/suspect equipment must be avoided
• Equipment must be confiscated in front of witnesses and must be
shipped (sealed) to FIS
• Losing party pays all costs
COMPETITORS’ PROTECTIVE MEASURES
• With exception of forearm protection used in SG, GS and SL and
shin protection used in SL, body protection must be worn under the
suit
• This includes knee braces
• If a knee brace is worn over the suit, it must be covered with fabric,
e.g. a piece of an old suit
HELMETS
• Required for all events
• Soft ear protection only allowed in Slalom
• Helmets with spoilers or edges that protrude are not allowed (does
not apply to Slalom headgear)
• USSA & FIS do not allow use of helmet-mounted cameras*
• USSA: Athletes with personalized helmets; e.g. bling, stickers,
camera mounts, etc., are allowed to start
• FIS: NO CAMERAS / NO CAMERA MOUNTS
BACK PROTECTORS
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Back protectors are not mandatory. If used:
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The back protector must adapt to the anatomical bend of the athlete’s spine and lie flat against the
body.
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The top edge of the back protector must be situated in the area of the spinal column and may not go
above the 7th cervical vertebrae (C7).
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The maximum thickness must be in the middle part and may not exceed 45 mm; the thickness reduces
at the edges of the back protector.
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Designs with the view to improve aerodynamic properties are forbidden.
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The back protector, as with knee braces, etc.*, must be worn underneath the competition suit. If a
knee brace must be worn over the competition suit, it must be covered, e.g. with a piece of an old suit.
*Exception forearm protection used in SG, GS and SL and shin protection used in SL
NECESSARY COURSE CHANGES:
MADE/APPROVED BY JURY
USSA/FIS 614.1.5
• In cases of necessary changes on the course, such as
small relocation of gates
• An additional inspection or training run is not necessary.
• Details must be communicated to all Team Captains and
competitors must be informed by the Referee at the start.
(Start Referee)
USSA ALPINE OFFICIALS
Referee: During the Race
“START STOP, YELLOW FLAG STOP”
In order to stop competitor(s) already on
course, Jury member calling
“START STOP”
is responsible for calling:
“START STOP, YELLOW FLAG STOP!”
“START STOP!”
USSA/FIS 705.5
• On command, Start Referee closes start
• Start Referee states, in concise manner via Jury radio:
Bib # of last competitor started
Bib # of competitor held at start
Example: “START STOP confirmed,
number 24 on course,
number 25 at the start”
Extra verbiage discouraged; Jury channel must be kept open!
WHEN A “START STOP” or “START
STOP/YELLOW FLAG STOP” IS CALLED:
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Ski Patrol assigned to the event and in radio contact with the Jury, is now on
alert that a competitor may require medical assistance.
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If the Jury / Eyes of the Jury / Jury Advisor call for medical assistance, Ski
Patrol assigned to the event first verifies that the course is clear, i.e.: no
racer is on course,
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Once Ski Patrol assigned to the event has verified that it has a clear course,
it responds to the call for medical assistance.
SKI PATROL ASSIGNED TO THE EVENT ARE THE FIRST RESPONDERS NOT COACHES / TRAINERS / OFFICIALS / PARENTS / other ATHLETES!
REOPENING THE COURSE
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The individual (Jury member, eyes of the Jury or Jury Advisor) who
called the “START STOP” or “START STOP, YELLOW FLAG
STOP” is responsible for releasing the course hold.
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The course is reopened at the direction of the Jury: either from top
to bottom, bottom to top or from the position where the incident
requiring the “START STOP” occurred.
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The Technical Delegate is responsible for confirming that all Jury
members, Jury Advisors, and Eyes of the Jury have reviewed and
are aware of “start stop” and “start stop/yellow flag stop”
procedures.
INTERDICTION TO CONTINUE ON COURSE:
DOWNHILL, SUPER G, GIANT SLALOM
• If a competitor misses a gate, he must no longer continue through
further gates USA/FIS 614.2.2
• If a competitor comes to a complete stop (e.g. after a fall), he must no
longer continue through previous or further gates. USA/FIS 614.2.3
• These rules are valid in all FIS and USSA-scored events with a fixed
start interval (DH, SG, GS).
INTERDICTION TO CONTINUE ON COURSE:
SLALOM
• A competitor may hike to complete passage of a missed gate in
Slalom:
- as long as the competitor does not interfere with the run of the
following competitor or
- has not been passed.
A competitor who has been passed may not continue on course!
WHO CAN TAKE A SECOND RUN?
• In non-scored events, competitors who do not start (DNS), do not
finish (DNF) or who are disqualified (DSQ) in their first run should be
allowed to take their second run at the end of the field. U621.11.3.2
• In non-scored events where each run counts individually, these
competitors start the second run in their original start position.
• In scored non-FIS events, competitors who do not finish (DNF) or
who are disqualified (DSQ) in their first run should be allowed to
take their second run at the end of the field. U621.11.3.1
• In FIS events, competitors who are disqualified (DSQ), did not start
(DNS), or did not finish (DNF) their first run are prohibited from
taking a second run. U627.7**
**Exception: In Alpine Combined (AC), when technical event (SL)
precedes the speed event (DH or SG), rule does not apply.
USSA ALPINE OFFICIALS
START REFEREE
Jury Advisor at the Start
Start Referee: Jury Advisor at the Start
Job Duration
USSA/FIS 601.3.3
Reruns
USSA/FIS 623
Reports to Referee & the Jury
USSA/FIS 601.3.3, 613.7
No advantage, No DSQ
USSA/FIS 223.3.3
Supplies reserve bibs
USSA/FIS 601.3.3
Rules of the Start
USSA/FIS 611.2.1.1, 613
Delayed Start: Not present when called to start – sanction which
could include DSQ!
USSA/FIS 613.6
Valid/False Start: In the Gate; DNS within allowed time disqualified
USSA/FIS 613.7
START COMMANDS:
Fixed Interval Events (GS, SG, DH):
10 seconds before the start, the starter will tell each competitor
“10 Seconds”
5 seconds before the start, he should count
“5, 4, 3, 2, 1” and then gives the start command
“GO”
Non-Fixed Interval Event (SL):
As soon as the starter has received the order for the next start, he gives the
competitor the warning
“Ready” or “Racer Ready”
A few seconds later, the starter gives the start command
“GO”
USSA ALPINE OFFICIALS
Finish Referee
Jury Advisor at the Finish
Finish Referee: Jury Advisor at the Finish
Job duration
Knows rules of finish
USSA/FIS 601.3.4
USSA/FIS 615
Supervises
Finish Controller*,
timing and crowd
Communicates with start
USSA/FIS 601.3.4
Ensures protection is
on timing equipment
USSA/FIS 611.1, 601.4.8
Determines valid finishes
USSA/FIS 615.3
Reports to Referee & Jury
USSA/FIS 615.4
USSA/FIS 611.2.1, 615.1.4
Finish Referee assumes the duties of the Finish Controller if one is not appointed.
VALID FINISHES
ICR 611.3.1 states that in case of a fall at the finish where competitor does not
come to a full stop,
• the time can be taken without both of the competitor’s feet having crossed
the finish line
• for the registered time to become valid, the competitor must immediately
cross the finish line with or without skis
ICR 615.3 states Finish line must be crossed:
• on both skis, or
• on one ski, or
• with both feet in case of a fall between the last gate and the finish line. In
this case, the time is taken when any part of the competitor’s body stops the
timekeeping system.
ACR U628.1.5, U629.4 state that a binding release more than 2 gates above
the Finish line in SL, GS or SG or more than 1 gate above the Finish line in DH
shall be considered as a clear DSQ.
LOSS OF ONE SKI – FIS 614.2.4 Only
If a competitor loses a ski without having committed a gate fault or
without coming to a complete stop, he may continue, as long as he:
- does not interfere with the run of the next competitor or,
- has not been passed by the next competitor.
Also see details in ICR Art. 615.3, 661.4.1, 804.3, 904.3.
REFEREE FOR ALPINE OFFICIALS
Race-Day Scenarios
Race-day Scenarios: Part I
Four hairpins but not a flush in sight.
USSA/FIS 803.2
Seed points of top 8 significantly lower than rest of the field.
What can the Jury do?
USSA/FIS 621.3
Jury can’t find an applicable rule. What should the jury do?
USSA/FIS 601.4.7
A coach reports that ski stack height is too high.
What can the Jury do?
USSA/FIS 641.1, 644
Race-day Scenarios: Part II – FLIP 30 is Standard
Flip 15 instead of 30
USSA/FIS 621.11.3
Tie at flip position.
What do we do?
USSA/FIS 621.11.2
Pl
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Bib
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By the Numbers: How is this done?
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Rank all first-run competitors in time order fastest to slowest)
Remove DSQ competitors from the field unless being given a provisional second run
Break all ties, regardless of where they occur, by ranking the tied competitor(s) with
the higher bib number(s) before the tied competitor(s) with the lower bib number(s)
4. Verify the number of competitors that are to be reversed (bibbo)
5. Check for a tie at the reversal position
6. If a tie has occurred at the reversal position – 30 or 15, include those ties in the
reversal number.
7. Reverse correct number of competitors including ties, if applicable
This will result in the lower bib number starting first and the racer with the fastest first run
time starting 31/16 (with a 3-way tie at the reversal position, the racer with the fastest first
run time would start 32/17, etc.
When ties occur elsewhere in the field other than in reversed group, tied racer(s) with
higher bib number(s) will start prior to tied racer(s) with lower bib number(s).
Race Day Scenarios: Part III
Minimum/Maximum number of gates
DH USSA/FIS 701
SL USSA/FIS U801.2.4, 801.2.4*
GS USSA/FIS 901.2.4*
SG USSA/FIS U1001.3.4, 1001.3.4*
*Minimum = direction changes for both FIS and USSA
FIS SL and SG gate count calculations are different than USSA’s
Minimum DH start interval
USSA/FIS 622.2.3
Racer misses start and requests provisional
USSA/FIS 613.6, 623.3
Race Day Scenarios: Part IV
‘START STOP!’ is called.
What is happening now?
USSA/FIS 705.5
Three electronic timers but no hand timing.
What do you do?
USSA/FIS 611.2.2
Required vertical drop can’t be met. Will race score?
USSA U706.2.2; U801.1.3, U801.1.4; U901.1.3, U901.1.4; U1001.1.3 & USSA Application
Vertical Drop, Minimum Time and Minimum Penalties
FIS – If exception not granted by FIS, vertical drop requirements must be met or race will be
reviewed and scored as ENL category not FIS category!
Race Day Scenarios: Part V
• A racer commits a gate fault
• His racing speed carries him over Finish Line
• The racer hikes back over the line and completes passage of the
missed gate
WHEN WAS HIS TIME TAKEN?
USSA/FIS 611.3.1
WHAT IS HIS STATUS?
USSA/FIS 661.4, U629.4
Race Day Scenarios: Part VI
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It has been determined that bibs were switched for two racers.
What should the Jury consider prior to arriving at a decision?
Is there a rule that should be considered?
What is their status?
Race Day Scenarios: Part VI
•What should the Jury consider prior to arriving at a decision?
DID THEY GAIN AN ADVANTAGE!
USSA/FIS 223.3.3
A competitor shall only be disqualified if his mistake would result in an
advantage for him with regard to the end result, unless the Rules
state otherwise in an individual case. i.e. gate fault, early/late start.
•If no advantage has been gained, what is their status?
MAY BE SANCTIONED – DEFINITELY NOT DSQ!
Race Day Scenarios: Part VII
- There is an offset in bib #’s and start #’s.
- Bib #109 actually starts #3.
- Gate Judge Card lists a fault for Bib #3.
What must the Referee verify?
Race Day Scenarios: Part VIII
A course worker steps out in front of a racer. What must the racer do?
• Stop immediately
• Report interference to nearest Gate Judge
• Racer or coach must request a rerun
• Ski down the side of the course to the Finish
• Only a Jury member can grant a provisional rerun
• Rerun is “provisional” until ratified by the Jury
Race Day Scenarios: Part IX
The Start Referee believes an athlete is competing on equipment –
skis/boots/bindings that do not conform to the rules.
- Can the on-site Jury verify the validity of the equipment?
A Team Captain files a protest against a competitor’s equipment.
- How must the Jury handle this situation?
- What must be done with the suspect equipment?
- Who covers the costs?
- Can this process be undertaken after the competitor equipment
leaves the race arena?
Answers are not provided in the hopes that group discussion will result in a better
understanding of how to handle this type of situation!
Race Day Scenarios: Part X
A competitor arrives at the start with a camera attached to his helmet.
• What must the Start Referee do?
• What must the Start Referee do if the camera is attached to the skis?
• What must the Start Referee do If the camera is worn on a chest pack?
• What must the Start Referee do if a helmet only has camera mounts?
Answers are not provided in the hopes that group discussion will result in
a better understanding of how to handle this type of situation!
NEW ITEMS FOR 2014-2015
This is only a partial review, additional items contained in:
“2014-2015 REVIEW & UPDATE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION – ALPINE”
COURSE SETTING SPECIFICATIONS
CHILDREN’S COURSE SETTING SPECIFICATIONS
as of 08/25/14
USSA MEMBERSHIP CLASSIFICATIONS
Effective 2014-2015, USSA is offering two new membership classifications:
• USSA Club Volunteer membership is available to those 15 and older and
requires periodic background screening. It is designed for parents and
club volunteers who undertake a leadership role in USSA clubs, divisions,
regions, competitions and club training sessions. This membership is a
good stepping-stone to becoming a USSA Coach or Official and is fully
upgradeable during the season.
USSA Club Volunteer is not eligible for official’s certification.
• USSA Club Participant membership is designed for young athletes who are
training with a club program and may be competing in non-USSA
competitions. It is also perfect for club volunteers or parents who are
starting to become active in support of club activities and events as well as
those forerunning sanctioned events.
USSA Club Participant is eligible to forerun but not to compete in sanctioned
events.
EVENT FACTORS
Factors used for calculating race penalties for USSA/FIS scored events for the
2014-2015 season are as follows:
DH: 1250
SL:
720
GS:
980
SG:
1080
AC:
1150
CAN A COMPETITOR FINISH AFTER
LOSING ONE SKI?
If a competitor loses a ski without having committed a gate fault or without
coming to a complete stop, he may continue, as long as he:
- does not interfere with the run of the next competitor or,
- has not been passed by the next competitor.
Also see details in ICR Art. 615.3, 661.4.1, 804.3, 904.3.
Please note this is a FIS rule!
KOMBI RULES
• Youth Kombi competitions must be set using appropriately homologated hills.
SL/GS format (technical orientation) using a hill homologated for GS and
GS/SG format (speed orientation) using a hill homologated for SG.
• Athletes must use the helmet that meets the standards for the faster discipline
being contested.
• U1259.3: There is no minimum or maximum number of turns required.
• U1259.6: The Jury should decide on the number of runs by the first Team
Captains’ meeting.
• U1259.7: (Strike and add 2 following rules)
• U1259.7.1: Except as specifically modified, the rules for SL (800) also apply to
non-scored SL/GS Kombi for U16 and younger.
• U1259.7.2: Except as specifically modified, the rules for GS (900) also apply
to non-scored GS/SG Kombi for U16 and younger.
SECOND RUN – USSA Scored Events
• Competitors who are classified DNF or DSQ in the first run of a
USSA-scored competition may take a second run at the end of
the field.
• Appropriateness depends on, but is not limited to field size, snow
conditions, and visibility.
• Coaches’ discretion advised
• In cases of force majeure, the Jury may terminate a competition
prior to DNF/DSQ second-run starts.
SUPER or ALPINE COMBINED
The name of the “Super Combined” event (1 run of
speed/1 run of Slalom), has been changed to”
“Alpine Combined”.
Welcome to the USSA Alpine Officials’
Referee / Jury Advisor Program
Thank you for your efforts to help USSA Alpine Officials
provide events that are fun and fair for all competitors!