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Types of Officials

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The following list outlines some of the main types of Officials that exist in motorcycle sport
STEWARD
The person with supreme control of a race meeting. The Steward is MA/MSA’s representative and has the power to enforce penalties and adjudicate over the rules. It is rare for competitors to have any dealings with the Steward, as the Clerk of Course actually runs the meeting.
REFEREE
The person who has supreme control at a Speedway race meeting. The Referee has the same functions as a Steward but exercises more direct control over a meeting.

 

CLERK OF COURSE

This person is responsible to the Steward for the running of the meeting. The Clerk of Course ensures the circuit is safe, the officials are at their posts, and refers to the Steward those difficulties that cannot be resolved at a lower level. If you have any questions about safety, legality, or the running of the races, you should direct them to the Clerk of Course

 

RACE SECRETARY

The person in charge of the administrative aspects of a meeting. Matters of entries and fees, grid positions, materials, and equipment should be directed here.

 

TECHNICAL OFFICER

Responsible for determining the safety and eligibility of machines and riding gear.

 

STARTER

The Starter is responsible for the actual starting of the race as well as assessing the fairness of the start. They may also declare a false start if someone is disadvantaged.

 

JUDGE

The function of the Judge is to declare the order in which the competing motorcycles cross the finish line.

 

FLAG MARSHAL

Responsible for signalling race conditions and instructions to riders and providing initial safety assistance.

 

GRID MARSHALS

Responsible for signaling race conditions and instructions to riders and providing initial safety assistance.

 

OBSERVER

Also known as the Marker, an important role in the Trial discipline. The Observer’s role is to monitor riders as they pass through sections of the course and record penalty points on a punch card or tally sheet.