WORKBOOK

FOR
JUDGE LEVEL 1

Candidate Name............................
Club................................................
 Contents

Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………. 1-10

Timekeeper ……………………………………………………………………………………. 11-22
Chief Timekeeper …………………………………………………………………………….. 23-29
Inspector of Turns ……………………………………………………………....................... 30-43
Chief Inspector of Turns ……………………………………………………………………... 44-46
Relay Take-off Judging ………………………………………………………………………. 47-49
Radios …………………………………………………………………………………………. 50
Post Qualification Poolside Duties Recording …………………………………………….. 51-53
Introduction

a. Structure of the Course…..………………………………………………………….. 2-3

b. How to use the workbook….………………………………………………………… 3-4
c. Record of Progress.………………………………………………………………….. 5
d. Record of Poolside Duties……..……………………………………………………. 6
e. Mentoring…………………………....………………………………………………... 7
f. Additional Resources.………………………...……………………………………… 7
g. Competency and Certification Process……………………………………………. 8-10

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a. Structure of this Course

Group Workshop 1
Initially there will be a Group Workshop which will be taken by the Course Leader.
At this workshop, the Course Leader will go over the workbook in detail explaining how the
assessment will be carried out and what will be expected of Candidates during their training
period. At this workshop, the Course Leader will also revise the Timekeeper / Chief Timekeeper
chapters before concentrating on the notes for the Inspectors of Turns.
Course Leaders shall ensure that the Record of Progress Form on page 5 is fully completed and
signed for the Initial Group Workshop in each Candidate’s workbook. Any comments relevant to
that Candidate’s progress to date shall also be noted in the comments section.

Poolside Duties
Candidates will then start to complete their Poolside Duties Form on pages 9 and 10.
Initial periods of training will allow the Candidate to consolidate timekeeping skills before
progressing onto Inspector of Turns and the British Swimming Disqualification Report and its
accurate completion.
This will give Candidates a chance to shadow Inspectors of Turns carrying out their duties, using,
where possible, the British Swimming Mentoring scheme. Both Candidates and Mentors shall
record how the training period went and how they are progressing, and Candidates shall ensure
that they fully understand the action plans if provided.

Group Workshop 2
After the Candidates have gained poolside experience they shall then attend another Group
Workshop to go over progress to date and to complete some of the review questions in their
workbook. Completion of these questions shall only be done during this workshop. Candidates
can practise the questions as much as they like before the workshop but shall not write them into
their workbook until the workshop.
The review and writing of Disqualification Reports will be discussed and reviewed to ensure correct
reporting of infractions.
At this intermediate workshop, the Course Leader will go over the duties of the Chief Inspector of
Turns and Relay Take-off Judge and will complete and sign off the second Group Workshop in
each Candidate’s workbook.

Competency Sign-off
When the Candidates have gained additional poolside experience their Poolside Duties Form
should be complete with all competencies signed off.

Group Workshop 3
The Candidate shall then meet with their Course Leader to complete the remaining review
questions (again do not complete the workbook prior to the meeting). Remember the completion
of the workbook should be done by the Candidate in an “independent and autonomous” manner.

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Final Assessment
Upon completion of the workbook and training there will be a final assessment to gain the Judge
Level 1 certificate. For the final review, each Candidate should meet with a nominated Referee or
other Course Leader on a one to one basis for a review of their training and to assess their
suitability for attaining the Judge Level 1 qualification. The assessment will consist of a practical
assessment and verbal questioning.

Post Judge 1 Certification

Post Judge Level 1 certification each newly appointed Judge will record the first 15 hours of post
course poolside experience to ensure the continued development, progression and education of
the Judge.

b. How to Use This Workbook

Its Purpose
This workbook is your reference book for the course and afterwards. It contains a wealth of helpful
information, best practice details and reference material together with a record (when maintained)
of your progress and the meets that you worked at along the way.
It is your record, not that of the Course Leader, and, apart from pages 5 and 8 which will be
removed by the Course Leader and sent to Regional Training Coordinator or Home Nation
equivalent for official’s management, it stays with you and should prove to be a useful information
source for several years to come.

Stages of Training
There are 10 stages of training associated with the Judge Level 1 qualification. These are;
1. Initial Group Workshop (explanation of the roles of the various pool deck officials and the
specific Judge Level 1 role)
2. Timekeeping Theory
3. Timekeeping Practical
4. 2nd Group Workshop – Judging Theory, including FINA rules
5. Progress Review and Workbook Questions
6. Poolside Practice/Experience – Timekeeping
7. Poolside Practice/Experience – Judging
8. 3rd Group Workshop – Workbook Completion and remaining Workbook Questions
9. Final Assessment (practical and verbal) and sign-off
10. Post qualification period and recording
This training process has been developed over many years by the GB Home Nations and
represents their collective best practice for the training and development of swimming officials.
It is strongly suggested that all parts of this workbook are used during the training process even if
this is not what has occurred within your particular location previously.

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Timings
The timing of each study period will depend upon the collective existing knowledge of the
Candidates, the tutor’s individual style and the availability of training rooms or areas. However, one
typical example is:
Study period 1 To Include stages 1, 2 2hrs (Group)
Study period 2 To Include stage 3 ¾ hr (Group)
Study period 3 To Include stages 4, 5 2hrs (Group)
Study period 4 To Include stage 8 ¾ hr (Group)
Study period 5 To Include stage 9 2 hrs (Individual)
It is expected in the majority of cases 8-10 hours of practical experience, over and above the
Timekeeper practical experience would be sufficient to complete the Inspector of Turns training.
Recording sheets are included in this workbook for this purpose.

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c. Record of Progress
JUDGE LEVEL 1
District/Region:
Authorised Signature:

Name: Reg. No.

Address: Club:
Tel:
Post Code: Mobile:
Email Address:
No. Date Course Leader Referee
1 Initial Group Workshop
Comments

Intermediate Workshop
2
(as agreed by Course Leader and Candidate)

Comments

Workbook Completion Workshop

3
(upon completion of Poolside Duties Form)

Comments

Pass Fail

General Comments of Course Leader:

Signed:

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d. Record of Poolside Duties
Introduction
It is considered that the poolside element of the Judge Level 1 training should in most
circumstances be completed in approximately 8-10 hours of practical experience/mentoring, over
and above the Timekeeper practical experience. Feedback from the Mentor and Referee should
be provided at all times.

Training Time
The length of training time is dependent upon the knowledge and experience of the Candidate.
Prior qualification and experience as a Timekeeper is likely to assist in reducing the time taken to
achieve competence in the other identified areas.

Help & Assistance

Candidate poolside training is conducted with the active involvement of the event Referee and an
assigned Mentor for each period of training. The Mentor will be an experienced qualified official.

First Things First

It would be the norm for an inexperienced Candidate to concentrate on achieving Timekeeper
competence as early as possible in order to then concentrate upon the other duties.

Mentoring
In the early periods of training the Candidate should be mentored in order to ensure they have a
firm understanding of the practical aspects of the role. As training progresses the Mentor should
support rather than lead the Candidate, assisting and directing as required.

Competence
The Candidate is expected to achieve an acceptable level of competence in all the areas set out in
this workbook. When a Licensed Event Referee is satisfied that an acceptable level of competency
has been achieved he/she should sign off the competency to indicate this achievement.
The table shows the 11 competency sections that need to be certified by a Licensed Referee when
the Candidate achieves the desired standard.

Progression
When all the competency areas are achieved the Candidate should be referred to their Course
Leader in order to complete the third group workshop and final assessment.

Training Records
The individual record sheets are to be completed for each period of training, recording the number
of hours. Training should be flexible and all relevant competency areas considered throughout all
training periods. If all the training record sheets have been used but areas of competency remain
unsigned then additional training record sheets should be added by the Candidate.
Training period comments and feedback are mandatory to record the Candidate’s progress.

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e. Mentoring
Training for Mentoring is provided via a specific CPD module and is available to all officials
irrespective of grade and is an inclusive process into which all officials are invited to participate to
increase overall knowledge of the sport and its rules but also to develop, improve and disseminate
collective best practice.
Mentoring is Development NOT Assessment.
British Swimming delivers a separate CPD module on Mentoring and details of this can be found
on the British Swimming website or from your Regional Training Coordinator.
An additional A5 size Action Plan form may be used to record an individual action plan to aid and
assist your individual development. The form provides more room for Mentors and Referees to
record comments and observations and is an addition to this workbook.
Copies of each individual Action Plan should be retained by both the Candidate (kept with this
workbook) and the Regional Training Coordinator.
Referees can then by reviewing the Action Plans determine progress and the Regional Training
Coordinator will be able to assess the number of trainee officials actively working within their
respective Areas/Regions.
This scheme has been available and in operation since 2011 and Candidates should expect to be
mentored using this scheme during their training period.

f. Additional Resources
Links to a number of relevant documents can be found in the dedicated web area at
https://www.britishswimming.org/browse-sport/swimming/officials/
FINA rules and IPC swimming rules can be accessed through the links provided. In addition, you
can access information on topics such as continuing professional development, officials licensing
or additional qualifications.
To ensure you do not miss out on any forthcoming officiating news and information simply type
https://www.swimmingresults.org/officialsnews/ into your browser and register to receive emailed
updates, including invitations to apply to officiate at National events. To register for Swimming
Officials News all you will need is your British Swimming registration number and an email
address.
General officiating queries may be directed to [email protected] .

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g. Competencies and Certification Process
Competency Sign-Off
Competency certification is a key element of the Candidates training as it records progress as well
as the attainment of skill and competency of performance to the accepted standard.
Only Licensed Referees may sign-off a competency. Licensed Referees are entrusted with
maintaining an acceptable standard and are reminded that they should not sign-off
competencies unless they are satisfied that the Candidate can perform at the accepted
standard unaided. They should not sign competencies simply based upon a number of hours
worked.
Before signing for Competency, the Referee should review the Candidates Poolside Training
Record Sheets and satisfy themselves that any adverse comments regarding observed
performance of specific duties have been adequately addressed and that no doubt remains
regarding skill levels, knowledge, commitment or application.
Only when the Licensed Referee is satisfied that an acceptable standard has been attained should
they certify Competency. Each Licensed Referee should ask themselves if they are happy to work
with this Candidate as part of their event team and if they would be willing to provide a personal
recommendation for the Candidate to other British Swimming Referees. If they feel that the answer
to either of those questions is no, then they cannot sign off the Candidate as being competent and
additional training, experience or development should be initiated for the Candidate.
Competency Sign-Off Form
Date Referee’s Referee’s Referee’s
Competency
Achieved Signature Name Reg. No.
1 Timekeeper
2 Chief Timekeeper
Inspector of Turns:
3 Backstroke
4 Breaststroke
5 Butterfly
6 Freestyle
7 Individual Medley
8 Relay Take-offs
9 Chief Inspector of Turns
10 DQ Reporting
Splits
Backup Button
11 Lap Cards (all optional)
Whistles
Use of Radios
The use of and competency with splits, backup buttons, lap cards, whistles and radios are all viewed as
some worthwhile basic skills that will be needed in the performance of other roles. However, it is recognised
that not every official has access to radios at meets or can work at distance events during their training and
all of these competencies are therefore optional. Their lack of attainment should not prevent a Candidate
from being passed as a Judge Level 1.

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 Candidate Training Record Sheets
Please ensure that the following details are entered into the Training Record Sheets:
Date, Event & Level Enter the date, event name and level of the meet at which the training took place.
Also include the number of hours.
Competency Areas In these boxes indicate which elements of the Judge Level 1 role were undertaken in
the training, by referring to the competencies on page 8.
Candidate Comments The Candidate should record a self-assessment of the training period, highlighting
any areas for particular attention.
Mentor Comments The Mentor plays a vital role in the training of Technical Officials. For each training
period, the Mentor must give feedback on the progress of the Candidate and any
further points for attention. The Mentor will pass on their opinion to the Referee as to
competency and capability achieved during the training period. If a separate
Mentoring form is used, then a reference to this form is all that is needed in this box.
Referee Comments The Referee shall observe the Candidate carrying out their duties. Wherever
possible the Referee should engage with the Mentor and Candidate in order to carry
out feedback. If a separate Mentoring form is used, then a reference to this form is
all that is needed in this box.
Date, Event & Level Competency Areas Covered Mentor Comments Referee Comments
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Candidate Comments

Name Name
Number of hours:
Reg No Reg No

Date, Event & Level Competency Areas Covered Mentor Comments Referee Comments
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Candidate Comments

Name Name
Number of hours:
Reg No Reg No

Date, Event & Level Competency Areas Covered Mentor Comments Referee Comments
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Candidate Comments

Name Name
Number of hours:
Reg No Reg No

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Date, Event & Level Competency Areas Covered Mentor Comments Referee Comments
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Candidate Comments

Name Name
Number of hours:
Reg No Reg No
Date, Event & Level Competency Areas Covered Mentor Comments Referee Comments
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Candidate Comments

Name Name
Number of hours:
Reg No Reg No
Date, Event & Level Competency Areas Covered Mentor Comments Referee Comments
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Candidate Comments

Name Name
Number of hours:
Reg No Reg No
Date, Event & Level Competency Areas Covered Mentor Comments Referee Comments
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Candidate Comments

Name Name
Number of hours:
Reg No Reg No

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Timekeeper

a. Role…………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
b. Reporting for Gala Duty……………………………………………………………… 12
c. Duties & Equipment………………………………………………………………….. 12
d. Procedure for Recording a Time……………………………………………………. 13-15
e. Calculating an Official Manual Time………………………………………………... 15-16
f. Other duties…………………………………………………………………………… 16-17
 Splits
 Back-up Button
 Lap Cards
 Bells or Whistles
g. FINA Rules……………………………………………………………………………. 18-19
h. Tips for Timekeepers………………………………………………………………… 19
i. Timekeeper Review Questions……………………………………………………... 20-21
Appendix A – 25m Pool Diagram…………………………………………………… 22

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Timekeeper
a. Role
Timing is the swimmer’s measure of performance. The role of a Timekeeper is to accurately
determine the time it took each swimmer to cover the distance of the event.
Final placement of the swimmers in each event is determined by their times plus in some cases
finish order. Therefore, precision and accuracy are important for Timekeepers.

b. Reporting for Gala duty

All Technical Officials should, when attending any competitive swimming event held in Britain,
wear the appropriate poolside uniform as set out below:
 White open-necked short sleeved polo-shirt, shirt or blouse
 White trousers/skirt/dress, white accessories
 White poolside shoes and white socks
Uniform requested by Gala Organisers is appropriate where a modified form of uniform is supplied
directly by the Gala Convenor, Promoter, Organising Committee or Event Sponsor. Such dress
will be adopted as directed by the Meet Organisers and will replace (both in style and colour) the
recommended uniform in full or part, provided such dress complies with the advertising
conventions specified by FINA.
You should ensure you have at least two pens (one as a spare) with black or blue ink with you
when you report to the Referee, which should be at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the gala
(unless you have been informed otherwise). The Referee will note that you have reported for duty
and pass you to the Chief Timekeeper to whom you are responsible during the gala.

c. Duties and Equipment

The Chief Timekeeper will allocate the assigned lane for which you are responsible. FINA
recommends three Timekeepers allocated to each lane. At some events, this may not always be
possible and therefore, there may be fewer than three on each lane.
Timekeepers may be issued with a watch by the Chief Timekeeper. On receiving the watch check
you know how the following functions operate:
 Start
 Stop
 return to zero (resets)
 split time feature (if appropriate) in operation
The Chief Timekeeper should provide you with a start sheet or a programme of the events and
would also normally appoint one of the Timekeepers in each lane to carry out the following specific
duties:
 Record the times recorded by each Timekeeper in the lane onto the respective swimmer’s
record card/lane timing sheet.
 Record the “official” manual time onto the same record card/lane timing sheet.

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d. Procedure for Recording a Time
At the start of a race the Timekeepers allocated to each lane are seated.
All swimmers entered into a competition will either have a “time card” produced for each separate
event they are to swim or their name recorded on a “lane timing sheet”. If timecards are in use this
acts as the swimmer’s entry/identity card for each swim, and must be given to the lane
Timekeeper. However, at most events a PC based Meet Management Package is used which
prints a lane timing sheet listing all the swimmers within each heat of each event for each
individual lane. These lane timing sheets are given out to the Timekeepers by the Chief
Timekeeper during his briefing.

Each time card/lane timing sheet shows important details for the Timekeeper to check before each
start.
Event Number - Check the swimmer is in the correct event.
Lane Number - Check the swimmer is in correct lane.
Heat Number - Check the swimmer is in correct heat
Swimmer’s Name - Check the swimmer’s name.
Style of Stroke - Know which stroke the swimmer should be swimming
Distance to be swum - Know how many lengths there are in the race
Prior to each start, the Referee will signal to the swimmers by a short series of whistles, inviting
them to remove all clothing except for swimwear. Timekeepers should clear their watches when
the Referee gives this signal. The short whistles will be followed by a long whistle, indicating that
the swimmers should take their positions on the starting platform, or for backstroke swimming and
medley relays to immediately enter the water. For the backstroke and medley relay events the
Referee will sound a second long whistle requesting the swimmers to return to the starting
position.

On hearing the first long whistle Timekeepers must:

 Stand up to indicate readiness to the Referee.
 Listen/watch intently for the starting signal.

When the starting signal is given, Timekeepers must:

 Start the watch
 Sit down
 Check that the watch is running

If the watch fails to start or stops during a race a Timekeeper must inform the Chief Timekeeper
immediately in order that a reserve timekeeper/watch can be called in.
When the swimmer is 15m from the end of the last length of the race, the Timekeeper prepares to
take the swimmer's time by:
 Standing up to indicate readiness to the Chief Timekeeper.
 Standing immediately above the allocated lane.
 Looking at the wall where the swimmer will touch to finish the race.
When the swimmer is seen to touch the finish wall, the Timekeeper stops the watch. (Do not try to
anticipate the swimmer finishing, make sure you actually see the swimmer touch the wall then
immediately press the stop button).

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Immediately the watch has been stopped the Timekeeper will return to his/her seat, sit down and
read out the time recorded on the watch to the Timekeeper appointed for this duty. This
Timekeeper records the times given by each Timekeeper in the lane onto the timecard or lane
timing sheet (whichever is in use), and declares the official manual time by noting it in the space
provided.

Timecards
Each timecard has a space to write down the separate times for one, two or three Timekeepers in
heats or finals.
Event Lane .......
Heats Final
T/Keeper 1 01:22.30 …………
T/Keeper 2 01:22.32 …………
T/Keeper 3 01:22.32 …………
Official Time _______

All times must be recorded using six digits.

2 digits for minutes, 2 digits for seconds, 1 digit for 1/10 second, 1 digit for 1/100 second.
Thus 1 minute 22.32 seconds is recorded as 01:22.32.
Where a swimmer gets through to a final, the same card is used again. The lane number would
now be shown directly above “FINAL” and, the times taken would be recorded in the “Finals”
space.
Timekeepers must not compare/discuss times with swimmers. The only time an individual
Timekeeper can declare is that recorded on their own watch. However, if one time is significantly
different, the Chief Timekeeper may wish to examine the time on the watch to be satisfied with the
operation of the watch and/or efficiency of the Timekeeper operating the watch.

Lane Timing Sheets

At most events timecards are not used and Timekeepers are required to record their times on the
lane timing sheets, which are collected at the end of the session by the Chief Timekeeper and
handed in to the Control Room Supervisor or Recorder.
A typical lane timing sheet for Lane 1 of a Long Course event looks like this.

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 Swim Anywhere ASC Long Course 2017 – 19/05/2017 to 21/05/2017

Event 3 Girls 10 & Over 200 LC Meter Freestyle Prelims

Lane 1 Heat 1 ------------------------
Lane 1 Heat 2 Harding,
-- Lucy HAV 2:48.09
Lane 1 Heat 3 Black, Megan Y
SWA 2:43.90
Lane 1 Heat 4 Randell, Niamh Y
LLTY 2:39.59
Lane 1 Heat 5 11
Williams, Chloe SWA 2:36.00
Lane 1 Heat 6 12
Pearce, Lowri Y
SWA 2:32.82
Lane 1 Heat 7 Rowe, Grace Y
CSS 2:31.49
Lane 1 Heat 8 Owen, Emily C
CED 2:29.77
Lane 1 Heat 9 Edmonds, Anne Y
LLTY 2:27.77

Event 4 Boys 10 & Over 100 LC Meter Backstroke Prelims

Lane 1 Heat 1 Berry, Matthew HAV 1:40.69
Lane 1 Heat 2 Beverley, Samuel Y
ABTY 1:27.70
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e. Calculating an Official Manual Time

To determine the official time for the swimmer, observe the following guidelines.

When there are three (3) Timekeepers on a lane:

i) If all three watches are the same - that is the Official Time.
Timekeeper 1 01:18.38
Timekeeper 2 01:18.38
Timekeeper 3 01:18.38
Official Manual Time 01:18.38

ii) If two watches are the same - that is the Official Time.
Timekeeper 1 01:14.62
Timekeeper 2 01:14.64
Timekeeper 3 01:14.62
Official Manual Time 01:14.62

iii) If all three watches differ - take the middle time - that is the Official Time.
Timekeeper 1 01:14.89
Timekeeper 2 01:14.91
Timekeeper 3 01:14.90
Official Manual Time 01:14.90

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When there are two (2) Timekeepers on a lane:
i) When both watches agree - that is the Official Time.
Timekeeper 1 01:09.01
Timekeeper 2 01:09.01
Official manual Time 01:09.01

ii) When both watches differ - take the average of the times - that is the Official Time.
Timekeeper 1 01:23.96
Timekeeper 2 01:24.00
Official Manual Time 01:23.98

iii) When both watches differ - take the average of the times - that is the Official Time.
Timekeeper 1 02:46.53
Timekeeper 2 02:46.58
Official Manual Time 02:46.56
Rounded up to the next 1/100th of a second.

When there is only one (1) Timekeeper on a lane:

Of course, when there is only one (1) Timekeeper on a lane, that one time will be the Official Time
to be recorded on the timecard or lane timing sheet, (whichever is in use).
Sometimes mistakes do happen. In unusual circumstances, therefore, one of the times recorded
may be disregarded, e.g. it may be far too fast or, it could be far too slow in comparison with the
other time(s) for the lane. Inform the Chief Timekeeper if your watch failed at the start or finish or if
your watch has malfunctioned during the race.

f. Other Duties

Splits
1. Timekeepers may be instructed by the Chief Timekeeper to record “splits” at intermediate
distances in races longer than 100m.
2. Pressing the “splits” button on your watch allows you to take the time of a swimmer at
intermediate distances during a race, without stopping the full running time of the race.
3. Press the “splits” button when you actually see the swimmer touching the turning wall.
4. Record the time shown for the “split” on the back of the swimmer’s timecard or in a spare
column on the lane timing sheet.

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Back-Up Button
1. Automatic Officiating Equipment (AOE) is a system of electronic timing used for swimming
events. The system is linked into the starting gun or horn and into the timing pads hung into the
water from the pool deck.
2. The system starts automatically when the start signal is given, and is stopped automatically
when the swimmer hits the pad upon completion of the race.
3. The system, by being automatic, is much quicker to start and more accurate than hand held
digital watches. When in use, the times recorded by this system always take precedence over
hand held watches. Sometimes however, the swimmers do not hit the pads hard enough and
the system does not activate properly and does not record an accurate time.
4. The back-up button is connected to the AOE system. It is a cable with a button which is
pressed at the end of the race at the same time as the watch is pressed. After you have
pressed the button lay it down. A time is recorded in the AOE system.
5. The Referee may have to refer to this recorded information, and, therefore it is essential that
the Timekeeper operates the back-up button effectively.

Lap Cards
1. As in other sports, swimming also has longer races. To assist the swimmers, we indicate the
number of lengths remaining to the finish on “lap cards”.
2. In individual events of 800 and 1500 metres, the lap cards are displayed at either the start end
or the turning end of the pool. If the lap cards are displayed at the start end of the pool it may
be necessary for Timekeepers to operate the cards.
3. Each time the swimmers turn they can see the card display for their own lane. The cards are
changed to a lower number after the swimmer has had an opportunity to look at the cards.

Bells or Whistles
1. In 800 metres and 1500 metres length events we indicate to swimmers that they have two
lengths and five metres left to swim when they turn for the last time at the starting end of the
pool by ringing a bell or blowing a whistle as they approach and complete the turn.
2. Timekeepers may be requested by the Referee to give this signal so, when there are such
events, you will be given a bell or if whistles are to be used, you may be expected to provide
your own whistle.
3. Five metres from the end of the pool is shown in two different ways:
 Suspended over the whole width of the pool at five (5) metres from the end wall are the
“backstroke indicator flags”.
 In the pool, modern lane dividers are coloured “red” from five metres out of each end
wall.
4. When the swimmer in your lane, still has two lengths and five metres to swim, ring the bell or
blow the whistle (normally one long blast on the way in and one on the way out), until the
swimmer has completed the turn and passed the red markers or the flags after the turn.

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g. FINA Rules
The rules governing swimming competitions are set by the Federation Internationale de Natation-
(FINA). The rules are reproduced below and are available on the FINA website: www.fina.org

SW 2.9 Timekeepers
SW 2.9.1 Each timekeeper shall take the time of the swimmers in the lane assigned to
him in accordance with SW 11.3. The watches shall be certified correct to the satisfaction of
the meet Management Committee.
SW 2.9.2 Each timekeeper shall start his watch at the starting signal, and shall stop it
when the swimmer in his lane has completed the race. Timekeepers may be instructed by
the chief timekeeper to record times at intermediate distances in races longer than 100
metres.
SW 2.9.3 Promptly after the race, the timekeepers in each lane shall record the times of
their watches on the card, give them to the chief timekeeper, and if requested present their
watches for inspection. Their watches must be cleared at the short whistle of the Referee
announcing the following race.

SW 11 Timing
SW 11.3 Any timing device that is terminated by an official shall be considered a watch.
Such manual times must be taken by three timekeepers appointed or approved by the
Member in the country concerned. All watches shall be certified as accurate to the
satisfaction of the governing body concerned. Manual timing shall be registered to 1/100 of
a second. Where no Automatic Equipment is used, official manual times shall be
determined as follows:
SW 11.3.1 If two (2) of the three (3) watches record the same time and the third
disagrees, the two identical times shall be the official time.
SW 11.3.2 If all three (3) watches disagree, the watch recording the intermediate
time shall be the official time.
SW 11.3.3 With only two (2) out of three (3) watches working the average time
shall be the official time.
SW 11.4 Should a swimmer be disqualified during or following an event, such
disqualification should be recorded in the official results, but no time or place shall be
recorded or announced.
SW 11.5 In the case of a relay disqualification, legal splits up to the time of the
disqualification shall be recorded in the official results.
SW 11.6 All 50 metre and 100 metre splits shall be recorded for lead-off swimmers
during relays and published in the official results.

SW 13 Automatic Officiating Procedure

SW 13.3 The official time will be determined as follows:
SW 13.3.1 The official time for all swimmers having an Automatic Equipment time
will be that time.
SW 13.3.2 The official time for all swimmers not having an Automatic Equipment
time will be the three digital watches or the Semi-Automatic Equipment time.

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SW 4 The Start

SW 4.1 The start in Freestyle, Breaststroke, Butterfly and Individual Medley races
shall be with a dive. On the long whistle (SW 2.1.5) from the referee the swimmers shall
step onto the starting platform and remain there. On the starter's command "take your
marks", they shall immediately take up a starting position with at least one foot at the front
of the starting platforms. The position of the hands is not relevant. When all swimmers are
stationary, the starter shall give the starting signal.

SW 4.2 The start in Backstroke and Medley Relay races shall be from the water. At
the referee's first long whistle (SW 2.1.5), the swimmers shall immediately enter the water.
At the referee's second long whistle the swimmers shall return without undue delay to the
starting position (SW 6.1). When all swimmers have assumed their starting positions, the
starter shall give the command "take your marks". When all swimmers are stationary, the
starter shall give the starting signal.

h. Tips for Timekeepers

1. Do not cheer or coach swimmers during a race.

2. Please refer any questions to the Chief Timekeeper.

3. Know the distance of the event in the water.

4. Check the lane/event/heat.

5. Check the swimmer’s name shown on the timecard or lane timing sheet.

6. Check relay team declarations and that the swimmers are swimming in the given order.

7. Record the watch time accurately.

8. Avoid the top of the timing pad if the AOE is in operation.

9. Do not divulge the time to the swimmer.

10. Only give information to the Chief Timekeeper or Referee.

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i. Timekeeper Review Questions

At a Gala, as one of 3 Timekeepers in a lane you have written down the following times – please
declare the official manual time for the following 12 races.

1 Timekeeper 1 01:27.54 2 Timekeeper 1 03:22.78

Timekeeper 2 01:27.55 Timekeeper 2 03:22.85
Timekeeper 3 01:27.69 Timekeeper 3 03:22.62
Official Time Official Time

3 Timekeeper 1 09:52.81 4 Timekeeper 1 02:23.67

Timekeeper 2 09:53.01 Timekeeper 2 02:23.58
Timekeeper 3 09:53.12 Timekeeper 3 02:23.67
Official Time Official Time

5 Timekeeper 1 01:00.09 6 Timekeeper 1 00:34.54

Timekeeper 2 01:00.01 Timekeeper 2 00:34.24
Timekeeper 3 00:59.98 Timekeeper 3 00:34.39
Official Time Official Time

7 Timekeeper 1 03:02.09 8 Timekeeper 1 04:12.23

Timekeeper 2 03:02.31 Timekeeper 2 04:12.53
Timekeeper 3 03:02.58 Timekeeper 3 04:11.98
Official Time Official Time

9 Timekeeper 1 17:52.98 10 Timekeeper 1 00:27.12

Timekeeper 2 17:52.89 Timekeeper 2 00:27.01
Timekeeper 3 17:52.78 Timekeeper 3 00:26.23
Official Time Official Time

11 Timekeeper 1 01:36.78 12 Timekeeper 1 No Time

Timekeeper 2 No Time Timekeeper 2 01:37.13
Timekeeper 3 01:36.59 Timekeeper 3 01:36.68
Official Time Official Time

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At a Gala, as one of 2 Timekeepers in a lane you have written down the following times – please
declare the official manual time for the following 12 races.

1 Timekeeper 1 02:12.93 2 Timekeeper 1 01:54.90

Timekeeper 2 02:12.97 Timekeeper 2 01:54.82
Official Time Official Time

3 Timekeeper 1 09:00.09 4 Timekeeper 1 05:28.97

Timekeeper 2 08:59.97 Timekeeper 2 05:28.69
Official Time Official Time

5 Timekeeper 1 00:35.73 6 Timekeeper 1 02:31.78

Timekeeper 2 00:35.49 Timekeeper 2 02:32.01
Official Time Official Time

7 Timekeeper 1 18:17.73 8 Timekeeper 1 00:34.46

Timekeeper 2 18:18.02 Timekeeper 2 00:34.51
Official Time Official Time

9 Timekeeper 1 01:14.02 10 Timekeeper 1 02:38.91

Timekeeper 2 01:14.27 Timekeeper 2 02:39.03
Official Time Official Time

11 Timekeeper 1 11:46.97 12 Timekeeper 1 00:59.97

Timekeeper 2 11:47.07 Timekeeper 2 00:59.73
Official Time Official Time

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Chief Timekeeper

a. Role ……………………………………………………………………………..…….. 24
b. Responsibilities ………………………………………………………………..…….. 24
c. Equipment ………………………………………………………………………….… 24
d. Duties before and during the race …………………………………………………. 24
e. Duties after the race/session ……………………………………………………..... 24
f. FINA Rules……………………………………………………………………………. 25
g. Tips for Chief Timekeepers………………………………………………………..… 25
h. Chief Timekeeper Review Questions…………………………………………….... 26-29

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Chief Timekeeper
a. Role
The Chief Timekeeper’s role is to ensure that the Timekeepers perform their duties correctly and
provide them with the necessary equipment to perform those duties.

b. Responsibilities
The Chief Timekeeper will:
 be responsible for ensuring all Timekeepers fulfil their duties throughout the gala.
 allocate assigned lanes for all Timekeepers.
 manage “spare/relief” Timekeepers, if present.
 provide a programme of the events for each lane and, and will also normally appoint one of
the Timekeepers in each lane to carry out specific duties.
 keep one watch running until the end of the race to provide backup for all Timekeepers.
 record the time of the winner of each heat/race.

c. Equipment
The following equipment should be provided to the Chief Timekeeper by the promoter/referee.
 at the promoter’s discretion, sufficient stopwatches for all Timekeepers plus two for the
Chief Timekeeper if required.
 programmes or lane timing sheets for each lane.
 a list of Timekeepers.
 a sign out/sign in sheet for the stopwatches (if appropriate).

d. Duties before and during the race

The Chief Timekeeper:
 allocates each Timekeeper to a lane.
 provides each Timekeeper with a stop watch, should they require one.
 provides cover or another watch for a Timekeeper whose watch malfunctions
 provides a programme or start sheet and /or lane timing sheet(s) to each lane.

e. Duties after the race/session

After each race, the Chief Timekeeper will:
 collect the time cards from each lane – if used.
 check manual times recorded on the cards and arrange the cards in time order – fastest to
slowest.
 consult with Chief Finish Judge/Referee to compare time result with their result – normally
these will agree. In this case the time cards and result go to the recorder and becomes
‘official’. If the two results do not agree refer to the Referee.
 if lane timing sheets are used, at the end of the session collect the annotated sheet from
each lane and give to the Control Room Supervisor or Recorders.

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f. FINA Rules

The rules governing swimming competitions are set by the Federation Internationale de Natation-
(FINA). The rules are reproduced below and are available on the FINA website: www.fina.org

SW 2.8 Chief Timekeeper

SW 2.8.1 The chief timekeeper shall assign the seating positions for all timekeepers and
the lanes for which they are responsible. It is advisable that there shall be three (3)
timekeepers for each lane. If Automatic Officiating Equipment is not used there shall be two
(2) additional timekeepers designated, either of whom shall be directed to replace a
timekeeper whose watch did not start or stopped during an event, or who for any other
reason is not able to record the time. When using digital watches, final time and place is
determined by time.
SW 2.8.2 When only one (1) timekeeper per lane is available, an extra timekeeper must
be assigned in case of a malfunction of a stopwatch. In addition the chief timekeeper must
always record the time of the winner of each heat.
SW 2.8.3 The chief timekeeper shall collect from the timekeepers in each lane a card
showing the times recorded and, if necessary, inspect their watches.
SW 2.8.4 The chief timekeeper shall record or examine the official time on the card for
each lane.

g. Tips for Chief Timekeepers

1. After a race has started look along the line of Timekeepers to ensure that none are requiring
a replacement watch.
2. As a race is nearing completion be aware that a Timekeeper may require a replacement
watch or a time taken for that lane.
3. If timecards are being used, during the race walk to the side away from the Referee
collecting the timecards from each lane once the race has been completed – this will ensure
minimal delay after each race.
4. If lane timing sheets are being used in place of timecards, be aware that the referee or AOE
operator may require a specific manual lane time following a race. Observe the scoreboard
and if the electronic system fails initially to display a “touch pad” time for a particular lane
then go to the lane(s) applicable, obtain the applicable time(s) and have those times ready
to respond to the Referee/AOE operator when asked. This communication process may
take place using radio equipment.
5. Collect all lane timing sheets at the end of the session and give them to the Control Room
Supervisor or Recorder.
6. Ensure that all watches signed out are signed back in again.

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h. Chief Timekeeper Review Questions

1. As Chief Timekeeper you have collected the following timecards. Please check they are
correct and arrange them into a lane order of finish (fastest to slowest).

Race 1 Race 2
Lane Time Pos’n Lane Time Pos’n
Timekeeper 1 01:27.54 Timekeeper 1 03:22.91
Timekeeper 2 01:27.62 Timekeeper 2 03:22.55
1 1
Timekeeper 3 01:27.69 Timekeeper 3 03:22.62
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:27.52 Timekeeper 1 03:22.01

2 Timekeeper 2 01:27.43 Timekeeper 2 03:21.97

2
Timekeeper 3 01:27.66 Timekeeper 3 03:22.16
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:27.68 Timekeeper 1 03:22.04

3 Timekeeper 2 01:27.57 Timekeeper 2 03:21.86

3
Timekeeper 3 No Time Timekeeper 3 03:21.72
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:27.81 Timekeeper 1 03:22.24

4 Timekeeper 2 01:27.71 Timekeeper 2 03:22.36

4
Timekeeper 3 01:27.93 Timekeeper 3 03:22.72
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:27.95 Timekeeper 1 03:23.14

5 Timekeeper 2 01:27.93 Timekeeper 2 03:23.00

5
Timekeeper 3 01:27.93 Timekeeper 3 03:22.86
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:27.05 Timekeeper 1 03:22.14

6 Timekeeper 2 01:27.11 Timekeeper 2 03:21.96

6
Timekeeper 3 01:27.13 Timekeeper 3 03:22.00
Official Time Official Time

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 2. As Chief Timekeeper you have collected the following timecards. Please check they are
correct and arrange them into a lane order of finish (fastest to slowest).

Race 3 Race 4
Lane Time Pos’n Lane Time Pos’n
Timekeeper 1 00:42.19 Timekeeper 1 09:48.89

1 Timekeeper 2 00:42.37 Timekeeper 2 09:48.98

1
Timekeeper 3 00:42.28 Timekeeper 3 09:49.03
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 00:42.89 Timekeeper 1 09:39.78

2 Timekeeper 2 No Time Timekeeper 2 09:40.05

2
Timekeeper 3 00:43.27 Timekeeper 3 No Time
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 00:42.01 Timekeeper 1 09:46.56

3 Timekeeper 2 00:41.99 Timekeeper 2 09:46.31

3
Timekeeper 3 00:42.24 Timekeeper 3 09:46.65
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 00:43.22 Timekeeper 1 09:37.64

4 Timekeeper 2 00:43.23 Timekeeper 2 09:37.64

4
Timekeeper 3 00:43.21 Timekeeper 3 09:36.54
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 00:42.90 Timekeeper 1 09:57.14

5 Timekeeper 2 00:43.30 Timekeeper 2 09:57.14

5
Timekeeper 3 00:43.25 Timekeeper 3 09:56.94
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 00:43.18 Timekeeper 1 09:59.34

6 Timekeeper 2 00:43.20 Timekeeper 2 09:59.38

6
Timekeeper 3 00:43.20 Timekeeper 3 09:59.44
Official Time Official Time

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 3. As Chief Timekeeper, you have collected the following timecards. Please check they are
correct and arrange them into a lane order of finish (fastest to slowest).

Race 1 Race 2
Lane Time Pos’n Lane Time Pos’n
Timekeeper 1 01:37.73 Timekeeper 1 00:32.34
1 Timekeeper 2 01:37.57 1 Timekeeper 2 00:32.39
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:36.98 Timekeeper 1 00:31.98

2 Timekeeper 2 01:37.27 2 Timekeeper 2 00:32.21
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:36.67 Timekeeper 1 00:32.43

3 Timekeeper 2 01:36.49 3 Timekeeper 2 00:32.51
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:37.88 Timekeeper 1 00:33.00

4
Timekeeper 2 01:38.02 4 Timekeeper 2 00:32.79
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:36.78 Timekeeper 1 00:32.23

5
Timekeeper 2 01:36.83 5 Timekeeper 2 00:32.17
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:36.67 Timekeeper 1 00:33.03

6
Timekeeper 2 01:36.49 6 Timekeeper 2 00:33.17
Official Time Official Time

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 4. As Chief Timekeeper, you have collected the following timecards. Please check they are
correct and arrange them into a lane order of finish (fastest to slowest).

Race 3 Race 4
Lane Time Pos’n Lane Time Pos’n
Timekeeper 1 01:00.53 Timekeeper 1 05:02.97
1 Timekeeper 2 01:00.19 1 Timekeeper 2 05:02.71
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:00.01 Timekeeper 1 05:03.02

2 Timekeeper 2 00:59.92 2 Timekeeper 2 No Time
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 00:59.93 Timekeeper 1 05:03.77

3 Timekeeper 2 00:59.81 3 Timekeeper 2 05:03.69
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:00.31 Timekeeper 1 05:02.73

4 Timekeeper 2 01:00.29 4 Timekeeper 2 05:02.90
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:00.33 Timekeeper 1 05:03.04

5 Timekeeper 2 01:00.45 5 Timekeeper 2 05:03.00
Official Time Official Time

Timekeeper 1 01:00.43 Timekeeper 1 05:03.14

6 Timekeeper 2 01:00.45 6 Timekeeper 2 05:03.00
Official Time Official Time

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Inspector of Turns

a. Role…………………………………………………………………………………….. 31
b. Responsibilities ……….……………………………………………………………… 31
c. Equipment…………………………………………………………………………….. 31
d. FINA Rules ……………………...……………………………………………………. 31-36
e. Duties of Judges …………………………………………………………………...... 36-37
f. Reporting of Infractions………………….…………………………………………... 37-38
g. Inspector of Turns Review Questions …...………………………………………… 39-43

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Inspector of Turns
a. Role
Inspectors of Turns must know the FINA Rules and be able to apply them uniformly. They should
observe swimmers to verify conformity with the rules and report the infraction when the rules are
broken. Inspectors of Turns shall ensure fair and equitable competition for all swimmers

b. Responsibilities
Inspectors of Turns ensure that the start, turn and finish rules for each stroke are observed.
Turns and finishes are best judged from the ends of the pool as the Judge stands slightly to the
side of the oncoming swimmer. Backstroke turns and finishes should be judged from a position
directly over the swimmer as the turn/finish is executed.
Swimmers must be given the benefit of the doubt. A rule is either broken or it is not. It does not
matter if there was no advantage gained from the violation.

c. Equipment
The Referee must receive the following items from the Meet Organiser in order to provide the
Inspectors of Turns with the equipment they require:
 Sufficient programmes or start sheets for all Judges.
 A note of any special features of the gala.
 Lap indicators (lap number cards).
 Whistle or bells.
 Disqualification Report Forms

d. FINA Rules
The rules governing swimming competitions are set by the Federation Internationale de Natation-
FINA). The rules are reproduced below and are available on the FINA website: www.fina.org

SW 2.6 Inspectors of Turns

SW 2.6.1 One Inspector of Turns shall be assigned to each lane at each end of the pool,
to ensure swimmers comply with the relevant rules after the start, for each turn, and at the
finish.

SW 2.6.2 Jurisdiction for the Inspector of Turns at the start end commences from the
start signal until the completion of the first arm stroke, except in Breaststroke where it shall
be the second arm stroke.

SW 2.6.3 For each turn, jurisdiction for the Inspector of Turns commences from the
beginning of the last arm stroke before touching and ending with the completion of the first
arm stroke after the turn, except in Breaststroke where it shall be the second arm stroke.

SW 2.6.4 Jurisdiction for the Inspector of Turns at the finish commences from the
beginning of the last arm stroke before touching.

SW 2.6.5 When a Backstroke ledge is being used, each inspector at the starting end
shall install and remove the ledge.

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 SW 2.6.6 In individual events of 800 and 1500 metres, each inspector of turns at the
start and turning end of the pool shall record the number of laps completed by the swimmer
in his/her lane. The swimmers shall be informed of the remaining number of laps to be
completed by displaying “lap cards” showing odd numbers at the turning end of the pool.
Electronic equipment may be used, including under water display.

SW 2.6.7 Each inspector at the starting end shall give a warning signal when the
swimmer in his lane has two lengths plus five (5) metres to swim to finish in individual
events of 800 and 1500 metres. The signal may be repeated after the turn until the
swimmer has reached the five (5) metres mark on the lane rope. The warning signal may be
by whistle or bell.

SW 2.6.8 Each inspector at the starting end shall determine, in relay events, whether
the starting swimmer is in contact with the starting platform when the preceding swimmer
touches the starting wall. When Automatic Equipment which judges relay take-offs is
available, it shall be used in accordance with SW 13.1.

SW 2.6.9 Inspectors of Turns shall report to the Referee any violation on signed cards
detailing the event, lane number, and the infraction.

SW 2.13 Officials’ Decision Making

SW 2.13.1 Officials shall make their decision autonomously and independently of each
other unless otherwise provided in the Swimming Rules.

SW 5 Freestyle

SW 5.1 Freestyle means that in an event so designated the swimmer may swim any
style, except that in individual medley or medley relay events, freestyle means any style
other than backstroke, breaststroke or butterfly.
SW 5.2 Some part of the swimmer must touch the wall upon completion of each length
and at the finish.
SW 5.3 Some part of the swimmer must break the surface of the water throughout the
race, except it shall be permissible for the swimmer to be completely submerged during the
turn and for a distance of not more than 15 metres after the start and each turn. By that
point, the head must have broken the surface.

SW 6 Backstroke

SW 6.1 Prior to the starting signal, the swimmers shall line up in the water facing the
starting end, with both hands holding the starting grips. Standing in or on the gutter or
bending the toes over the lip of the gutter is prohibited. When using a backstroke ledge at
the start, the toes of both feet must be in contact with the end wall or face of the touchpad.
Bending the toes over the top of the touchpad is prohibited.

SW 6.2 At the signal for starting and after turning the swimmer shall push off and swim
upon his back throughout the race except when executing a turn as set forth in SW 6.5. The
normal position on the back can include a roll movement of the body up to, but not including
90 degrees from horizontal. The position of the head is not relevant.

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 SW 6.3 Some part of the swimmer must break the surface of the water throughout the
race. It is permissible for the swimmer to be completely sub-merged during the turn, and for
a distance of not more than 15 metres after the start and each turn. By that point the head
must have broken the surface.
SW 6.4 When executing the turn there must be a touch of the wall with some part of
the swimmer’s body in his/her respective lane. During the turn the shoulders may be turned
over the vertical to the breast after which an immediate continuous single arm pull or
immediate continuous simultaneous double arm pull may be used to initiate the turn. The
swimmer must have returned to the position on the back upon leaving the wall.
SW 6.5 Upon the finish of the race the swimmer must touch the wall while on the back
in his/her respective lane.

SW 7 Breaststroke

SW 7.1 After the start and after each turn, the swimmer may take one arm stroke
completely back to the legs during which the swimmer may be submerged. At any time prior
to the first Breaststroke kick after the start and after each turn a single butterfly kick is
permitted. The head must break the surface of the water before the hands turn inward at the
widest part of the second stroke.

SW 7.2 From the beginning of the first arm stroke after the start and after each turn,
the body shall be on the breast. It is not permitted to roll onto the back at any time except at
the turn after the touch of the wall where it is permissible to turn in any manner as long as
the body is on the breast when leaving the wall. From the start and throughout the race the
stroke cycle must be one arm stroke and one leg kick in that order. All movements of the
arms shall be simultaneous and on the same horizontal plane without alternating
movement.
SW 7.3 The hands shall be pushed forward together from the breast on, under, or
over the water. The elbows shall be under water except for the final stroke before the turn,
during the turn and for the final stroke at the finish. The hands shall be brought back on or
under the surface of the water. The hands shall not be brought back beyond the hip line,
except during the first stroke after the start and each turn.
SW 7.4 During each complete cycle, some part of the swimmer’s head must break the
surface of the water. All movements of the legs shall be simultaneous and on the same
horizontal plane without alternating movement.
SW 7.5 The feet must be turned outwards during the propulsive part of the kick.
Alternating movements or downward butterfly kicks are not permitted except as in SW 7.1.
Breaking the surface of the water with the feet is allowed unless followed by a downward
butterfly kick.
SW 7.6 At each turn and at the finish of the race, the touch shall be made with both
hands separated and simultaneously at, above, or below the water level. At the last stroke
before the turn and at the finish an arm stroke not followed by a leg kick is permitted. The
head may be submerged after the last arm pull prior to the touch, provided it breaks the
surface of the water at some point during the last complete or incomplete cycle preceding
the touch.

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”Separated” means that the hands cannot be stacked one on top of the other. It is not necessary
to see space between the hands. Incidental contact at the fingers is not a concern.

SW 8 Butterfly

SW 8.1 From the beginning of the first arm stroke after the start and each turn, the
body shall be kept on the breast. It is not permitted to roll onto the back at any time, except
at the turn after the touch of the wall where it is permissible to turn in any manner as long as
the body is on the breast when leaving the wall.
SW 8.2 Both arms shall be brought forward simultaneously over the water and brought
backward simultaneously under the water through-out the race, subject to SW 8.5.
SW 8.3 All up and down movements of the legs must be simultaneous. The legs or the
feet need not be on the same level, but they shall not alternate in relation to each other. A
breaststroke kicking movement is not permitted.
SW 8.4 At each turn and at the finish of the race, the touch shall be made with both
hands separated and simultaneously, at, above or below the water surface.
SW 8.5 At the start and at turns, a swimmer is permitted one or more leg kicks and
one arm pull under the water, which must bring him to the surface. It shall be permissible for
a swimmer to be completely submerged for a distance of not more than 15 metres after the
start and after each turn. By that point, the head must have broken the surface. The
swimmer must remain on the surface until the next turn or finish.

SW 9 Medley Swimming
SW 9.1 In individual medley events, the swimmer covers the four swimming strokes in
the following order: Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Freestyle. Each of the strokes
must cover one quarter (1/4) of the distance.

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 SW 9.2 In Freestyle the swimmer must be on the breast except when executing a turn.
The swimmer must return to the breast before any kick or stroke.

SW 9.3 In Medley relay events, swimmers will cover the four swimming strokes in the
following order: Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly and Freestyle. Each of the strokes must
cover one quarter (1/4) of the distance.

SW 9.3 Each section must be finished in accordance with the rule which applies to the
stroke concerned.

SW 10 The Race
SW 10.1 All individual races must be held as separate gender events.
SW 10.2 A swimmer swimming over the course alone shall cover the whole distance to
qualify.
SW 10.3 The swimmer must remain and finish the race in the same lane in which
he/she started.
SW 10.4 In all events, a swimmer when turning shall make physical contact with the
end of the pool or course. The turn must be made from the wall, and it is not permitted to
take a stride or step from the bottom of the pool.
SW 10.5 Standing on the bottom during freestyle events or during the freestyle portion
of medley events shall not disqualify a swimmer, but he shall not walk.
SW 10.6 Pulling on the lane rope is not allowed.
SW 10.7 Obstructing another swimmer by swimming across another lane or otherwise
interfering shall disqualify the offender. Should the foul be intentional, the referee shall
report the matter to the Member promoting the race, and to the Member of the swimmer so
offending.
SW 10.8 No swimmer shall be permitted to use or wear any device or swimsuit that
may aid his/her speed, buoyancy or endurance during a competition (such as webbed
gloves, flippers, fins, power bands, or adhesive substances, etc.). Goggles may be worn.
Any kind of tape on the body is not permitted unless approved by FINA Sport Medicine
Committee.
SW 10.9 Any swimmer not entered in a race, who enters the water in which an event is
being conducted before all swimmers therein have completed the race, shall be disqualified
from his next scheduled race in the meet.
SW 10.10 There shall be four swimmers on each relay team. Mixed relays may be
swum. Mixed Relays must consist of two (2) Men and two (2) Women. Split times achieved
in these events cannot be used for records and/or entry purposes.
SW 10.11 In relay events, the team of a swimmer whose feet lose touch with the starting
platform before the preceding team-mate touches the wall shall be disqualified.
SW 10.12 Any relay team shall be disqualified from a race if a team member, other than
the swimmer designated to swim that length, enters the water when the race is being
conducted, before all swimmers of all teams have finished the race.
SW 10.13 The members of a relay team and their order of competing must be nominated
before the race. Any relay team member may compete in a race only once. The composition
of a relay team may be changed between the heats and finals of an event, provided that it is
made up from the list of swimmers properly entered by a Member for that event. Failure to

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 swim in the order listed will result in disqualification. Substitutions may be made only in the
case of a documented medical emergency.
SW 10.14 Any swimmer having finished his race, or his distance in a relay event, must
leave the pool as soon as possible without obstructing any other swimmer who has not yet
finished his race. Otherwise the swimmer committing the fault, or his relay team, shall be
disqualified.
SW 10.15 Should a foul endanger the chance of success of a swimmer, the referee shall
have the power to allow him to compete in the next heat or, should the foul occur in a final
event or in the last heat, he/she may order it to be re-swum.
SW 10.16 No pace-making shall be permitted, nor may any device be used or plan
adopted which has that effect.

GR 5 Swimwear

GR 5.2 All swimwear shall be non-transparent. It is permissible to wear two (2) caps.

e. Duties of Judges
1 The Referee is responsible for approving the duties of all of the Judges. He shall provide
each Judge with a programme and a note of any special features or regulations of the event.
2. The function of a Technical Official is to ensure that swimmers have an equal opportunity. To
carry out this function a Judge must be decisive and having made a decision be prepared to justify
it. A swimmer who clearly contravenes the rules must be reported in writing to the Referee. The
Referee receiving such a report will normally disqualify the swimmer but if there is any doubt that
the rules have been broken the swimmer must be given the benefit of the doubt.
3. Each Inspector of Turns shall ensure that swimmers comply with the relevant rules for
turning, commencing from the beginning of the last arm stroke before touching and ending with the
completion of the first arm stroke after turning, except in Breaststroke where it shall be the second
arm stroke.
4. The Inspector of Turns at the starting end of the pool shall ensure that the swimmers comply
with the relevant rules from the start and ending with completion of the first arm stroke, except in
Breaststroke where it shall be the second arm stroke.
5. The Inspectors of Turns at the finish end shall also ensure that the swimmers finish their race
according to the current rules.
6. Any observed contravention of the rules should be indicated to the Chief Inspector of Turns.
(If a Chief Inspector of Turns has not been appointed the Referee will normally be notified instead).
7. In individual events of 800 and 1500 metres, each Inspector of Turns may be required to
record the number of laps completed by the swimmer in his lane and keep the swimmer informed
of the remaining number of laps to be completed by displaying "lap cards". Lap cards may be
placed at either end of the pool. Semi-electronic equipment may be used, including under water
display.
8. Each Inspector of Turns at the starting end shall give a warning signal when the swimmer in
his lane has two lengths plus five (5) metres to swim to finish in individual events of 800 and 1500
metres. The signal may be repeated after the turn until the swimmer has reached the five (5)
metres mark on the lane rope. The warning signal may be by whistle or bell. Lap cards and bells
will be provided but if whistles are to be used you may be expected to provide your own whistle.

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9. Being a Judge puts an individual in the "limelight". It is important that a Judge is and looks
confident at all times. Always be prepared to report any infraction of the swimming rules you
observe. On the other hand, if there is doubt, the swimmer should always be given the benefit.
10. Judges must be alert and concentrate at all times. Discussions with swimmers, coaches or
others not involved in officiating at the event will distract the Judge from the job in hand and should
be avoided. Any queries (particularly relating to disqualifications) should be directed to the
Referee.

f. Reporting of Infractions
Inspectors of Turns should indicate that they have an infraction report to the Chief Inspector of
Turns as soon as it is observed.
The Disqualification Report must be completed in English by the Inspector of Turns detailing the
Event, Heat, Lane No and details of the infraction.

Current British Swimming Reporting procedures

The current British Swimming procedure for reporting infractions in keeping with current FINA
Rules and in order to achieve speedy progression of meets is that the official observing any
infraction shall report (either directly or via their respective Chief Inspector) that a potential
infraction has been observed. This initial contact may be made via radio.
The observing official will report to the Referee in order to clarify the verbal report and if not
already completed, the official will then be directed to complete a British Swimming Disqualification
Report Form and hand that to the Referee.
The Referee will inform you if the reporting procedure is different to the above.
A reserve or other official will be asked to act in their place whilst they are making their report.

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The British Swimming Disqualification Report
The British Swimming Disqualification Report is a one page form upon which all officials detail
observed infractions of FINA Rules. Once completed the form is handed to the Referee for
approval.

Completing a DQ Report

1. Enter the Event No., Heat No.

DISQUALIFICATION REPORT And Lane No.

EVENT NUMBER HEAT NUMBER LANE NUMBER

2. Write in plain English
REPORT (PLEASE COMPLETE CLEARLY AND LEGIBLY) exactly what you observed
the swimmer doing.
3. Do Not quote FINA rules
only. The Referee needs to
have a clear understanding
of what you saw and what
infraction has occurred and
why.

4. Enter the turn no and

SW 4.4 (SW 2.1.6 – Referee and Starter Referee Initials Starter Initials length no. (if relevant) and
both observed and confirmed infringement) the appropriate FINA Rule
Number.
TURN NUMBER LENGTH NUMBER
FINA SWIMMING RULE NUMBER:

PRINTED NAME OF OFFICIAL:

5. Print your name and sign.
SIGNATURE:

OFFICIAL’S POSITION: TURN STROKE STARTER REFEREE 6. Place a cross in your position
PRINTED NAME OF REFEREE: box.

SIGNATURE:
7. Pass to the Referee and check
8. The Referee then checks the form, prints and signs their that you can return to your
name and then passes the form to the AOE Referee or position.
Chief recorder as appropriate.

NB: The reverse of the form is normally printed or backed with an official’s aide memoire of the
FINA Rule Numbers. A Disqualification Report form does not have to have the aide memoire on its
reverse side and as such its absence is not a subject for protest regarding swimmer reinstatement.

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g. Inspector of Turns Review Questions

General
1. When must an official report for duty and to whom?
To the Referee, at least 30 minutes prior to the gala, unless advised otherwise.

2. State precisely how officials should make their decisions.

Autonomously and independently of each other unless otherwise provided in t
e swimming Rules.

3. Where precisely should Inspectors of Turns be positioned?

A
t each lane, at each end of the pool.

4. List 5 duties, other than observing turns, which are expected of an Inspector of Turns.
That swimmers comply with the relevant rules from the start
That swimmers comply with the relevant rules for the finish
That relay take-overs are legal
Give warning signal when swimmer has 2 lengths + 5 metres to swim in 800 + 1500m
events
Indicate lengths remaining by turning the lap cards in 800 + 1500m events

5. How precisely should an infraction be reported?

On a signed report card detailing; the event, the heat, lane number and
.

6. To whom should an infraction be reported when acting as an Inspector of Turns?

To the Chief Inspector of Turns.

7. State the correct order of strokes in the Medley Relay.

Bac
, Breaststroke, Butterfly & Freestyle.

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Butterfly Swimming:
8. Describe the movements of the arms as stated in FINA Rules.
Both arms m

simultaneously under the water throughout the race, except for during the turn.

9. Describe the position of the body from the beginning of the first arm stroke after the start
and after each turn.
The body shall be kept on the breast.

10. Describe fully the movements of the feet and legs excluding the start and the turn.
All up and down movements of the legs must be simultaneous
The legs or the feet need not be at the same level but they shall not alternate in relation to
each other
A breaststroke kicking movement is not permitted

11. In the 100m butterfly event a swimmer has nearly completed an arm pull when they
quickly push their hands forward under the water with both hands touching
simultaneously.

No Report  Report

Reason:
Both arms must be brought forward simultaneously over the water (this is referred to as
an underwater recovery).

Breaststroke Swimming:
12. Describe fully the turn as laid out in FINA Rules.
At each turn and at the finish of the race, the touch shall be made with both hands
separated and simultaneously at, above, or below the water level. At the last stroke
before the turn and at the finish an arm stroke not followed by a leg kick is permitted.
The head may be submerged after the last arm pull prior to the touch, provided it breaks t
The elbows shall be under the water except for the final stroke before the turn, m stroke
completely back to the legs during which the swimmer may be submerged. A single
butterfly kick is permitted during the first arm stroke, followed by a breaststroke kick.

13. Describe the finish as laid out in FINA Rules.

water level. At the last stroke before the turn and at the finish an arm stroke not followed
by a leg kick is permitted.

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 Describe the movements of the arms as stated in FINA Rules including the start and
14.
finish.
All movements of the arms shall be simultaneous and on the same horizontal plane
without alternating movement.
The hands shall be pushed forward together from the breast on, under or over the water
The elbows shall be under the water except for the final stroke before the turn, during the
turn and for the final stroke at the finish. The hands shall be brought back on or under the
surface but they shall not be brought back beyond the hip line except during the first
stroke after the start.
15. Describe fully the movements of the feet and legs excluding the start and turning action.
All movements of the legs shall be simultaneous and on the same horizontal plane
without alternating movement
The feet must be turned outwards during the part of the kick
Alternating movements or downward butterfly kicks are not permitted.
Breaking the surface of the water with the feet is allowed unless followed by a downward
butterfly kick.

16. Describe the complete cycle for breaststroke.

From the start and throughout the race the stroke cycle must be one arm stroke and one
leg kick in that order.
During each complete cycle, some part of the swimmer's head must break the surface of
the water.

In a breaststroke event, during the swim, and not immediately before the turn or finish,
17.
you observe a swimmer doing two arm pulls to one leg kick.

No Report  Report
Reason:
Throughout the race the stroke cycle m

t be one arm stroke and one leg kick in that order.

18. The swimmer in your lane finishes the breaststroke event with both hands touching
simultaneously, however one hand is above the water level and one hand is below the
water level.

 No Report Report
Reason:
At each turn and at the finish of the race, the touch shall be made with both hands
separated and simultaneously

at, above, or below the water level.

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Backstroke Swimming:
19. Describe fully the turn as stated in FINA Rules.
When executing

must be a touch of the wall with some part of the swimmer's body.

20. Describe fully the finish as stated in FINA rules.

Upon the fin

race the swimmer must touch the wall while on the back.
It is not permissible for the swimmer to be completely submerged at the finish

21. In a backstroke event, a swimmer stands up just after the first turn, does not walk or
spring from the bottom of the pool but rests then resumes swimming on his back

No Report  Report
Reason:
Swimmer shall push off and swim upon his back throughout the race except when
executing a turn (swimmer has left the position on the back)

22. In a backstroke event the swimmer turns onto his breast, completes a single arm pull then
kicks to ensure that he touches the wall when he tumbles.

No Report  Report
Reason:
During may be turned over vertical to the breast after which an immediate continuous
single arm pull or an immediate continuous simultaneous double arm pull may be used to
initiate the turn. (This swimmer has completed his arm pull but has not initiated the turn).

23. In a backstroke event the swimmer in your lane misjudges his finish and stretches to
touch the wall, by doing so his body rolls on to his side and beyond 90 degrees from the
horizontal.

No Report  Report
Reason:
Upon the finish of the race the swimmer must touch the wall while on the back.
The normal position on the back can include a roll movement of the body up to, but not
including 90 degrees from horizontal.

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Freestyle Swimming:
24. In a freestyle event a swimmer elects to swim butterfly. At the third turn he touches with
only one hand.

 No Report Report
Reason:
In
of each length and at the finish. (Butterfly rules do not apply in a designated freestyle
event).

25. In a 400m freestyle event, there are swimmers in lanes 2, 3 & 5. The swimmer in lane 5
surfaces in lane 4 after turn 2. He then returns to lane 5 after turn 4 where he remains for
the rest of the race.

No Report  Report
Reason:
The swimmer must remain and finish the race in the same lane in which he/she started.

26. As an Inspector of Turns at the turning end what number should be displayed on your lap
counter as your swimmer approaches the first turn?

a. Short course 1500m event 59

b. Long course 800m event 15

Individual Medley Swimming:

27. State the correct order of strokes in the Individual Medley:
Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke & Freestyle.

28. In an Individual Medley event, you see a swimmer when changing from Backstroke to
Breaststroke using a tumble turn and only touching the wall with his feet.

No Report  Report
Reason:

In the Backstroke section must be completed on the back)

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Chief Inspector of Turns

a. Role…………………………………………………………………………………….. 45
b. Responsibilities ……….……………………………………………………………… 45
c. FINA Rules ……………………...……………………………………………………. 45
d. Chief Inspector of Turns Review Questions …...…………………………………. 46

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Chief Inspector of Turns
a. Role
The main role of the Chief Inspector of Turns is to provide a link between the Inspector of Turns
and the Referee. The Referee depends on the Chief Inspector of Turns to quickly provide
information regarding any infractions being reported by the Inspectors of Turns.

b. Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the Chief Inspector of Turns to ensure that the Inspectors of Turns fulfil
their duties throughout the session. Any potential infractions reported must be conveyed to the
Referee immediately.

c. FINA Rules

The rules governing swimming competitions are set by the Federation Internationale de Natation-
FINA). The rules are reproduced below and are available on the FINA website: www.fina.org

SW 2.5 Chief Inspector of Turns

SW 2.5.1 The chief inspector of turns shall ensure that inspectors of turns fulfil their duties
during the competition.

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d. Chief Inspector of Turns Review Questions
1. An Inspector of Turns indicates to you that an infraction of the rules has occurred.
What action should you take?

Receive the report from the Inspector of Turns and

it to the Referee immediate

2. During a race, you notice that two of your Inspectors of Turns are discussing a possible
infraction by one of the swimmers in their lane. One of them then indicates to you that
an infraction has taken place. What action should you take?
Remind them that officials must make their decisions autonomously and independently
of each other
Present the report to the Referee and inform him/her of the observation of conferring.

3. What information must a Disqualification Report from an Inspector of Turns contain?

The

Details of

4. During a breaststroke race you notice that the swimmer in the lane nearest to you
touched with only one hand. The Inspector of Turns, who was covering two lanes, did
not make the call on it as both his swimmers arrived at the turn at the same time. On
questioning the Inspector of Turns you were told that he was watching the other lane
and did not see the incident. What action should you take?
Report your observation to the Referee and f

5. During a butterfly race in a major Open Meet one of your Inspectors of Turns on lane 4
remains standing after the first turn. What actions should you take?

Radio to the Referee to report that you are investigating a potential report from lane 4.
Walk over to lane 4 and ask if the Inspector of turns on the lane to make a report.
If so, determine the nature of the report and radio that to the Referee.
If the Referee requests that the Inspector of turns is to report to him then send the official
down to the Referee and temporarily replace the absent official with a relief official or
yourself (if relief officials are not present).

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Relay Take-off Judging

a. Role ………………………………..………………………………………………….. 48
b. Responsibilities ……….……………………………………………………………… 48
c. Position …..……………………...……………………………………………………. 48
d. Procedure ……………………………………..…...…………………………………. 48
e. Tips for Judging Relay Take-offs …………………………………………………... 48-49
f. Relay Take-off Judging Review Questions ……………………………………….. 49

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Relay Take-Off Judging
a. Role
In relay events, the starting swimmer must not leave the starting platform until the incoming
swimmer has touched the wall. The Inspector of Turns assigned relay take-off responsibility
should determine if this sequence has occurred.

b. Responsibilities
Watch the swimmer on the starting platform and notice when the incoming swimmer touches the
end of the pool.
The incoming swimmer finishes each section of medley relay in accordance with the swimming
rules.
If an infraction is observed, signal to the Chief Inspector of Turns or Referee according to the pre-
arranged method.
Report all infractions to the Referee or the Chief Inspector of Turns.

c. Position
The Relay Take-off Judges should stand next to the starting platform so that the touch of the
incoming swimmer and the feet of the starting swimmer can be clearly observed.
The Judge should not kneel or crouch beside the starting swimmer.
The Judge should not touch the swimmers or instruct them when to go.

d. Procedure
Relay take-off Judges should watch their assigned lane only.

The feet of the starting swimmer should be watched until the feet lose contact with the starting
platform. The feet of the starting swimmer need not be at the front edge of the starting platform. If
the incoming swimmer has not touched the wall, when the swimmer’s feet lose contact with the
starting platform, an infraction must be reported as soon as possible.

The motion of the swimmer on the starting platform should not distract the relay take-off Judge. At
the instant that the feet lose contact with the starting platform, the gaze should drop to the wall
surface of the pool. If the incoming swimmer has not yet reached the wall, there is a break in the
relay and an infraction has occurred.

e. Tips for Judging Relay Take-offs

Relay take-off Judges should;
 Ignore the splash of the incoming swimmer, keeping eyes focused on the feet of the
swimmer on the starting platform until the feet lose contact with it.
 The feet of the swimmer on the starting platform do not need to be at the front edge of the
starting platform.

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  The feet may move their relative position on the starting platform or starting surface as
long as some part of the foot has contact with the starting platform as the touch on the wall
is made by the incoming swimmer.
 Be absolutely sure before calling an infraction. Always give the swimmer the benefit of
doubt.

f. Relay Take-off Judging Review Questions

As an Inspector of Turns also acting as a Relay Take-off Judge please state if the following
statements are True or False.
1. If a Relay Take-off Judge is not certain that an early take-off occurred, it should still be
reported.
True False 

2. The swimmer on the starting platform must be motionless prior to the touch of the
incoming swimmer.

True False 

3. If the 2nd leg swimmer in a medley relay touches with only one hand at the end of their leg,
the Relay Take-off Judge should report the relay team.

True  False

4. The Relay Take-off Judge should report a team if 95% sure.

True False 

Fill in the blanks in the following statements.

5. The starting swimmer may not lose contact with the starting platform until the incoming
swimmer has ……………..to
the wall.
6. The perfect relay exchange occurs when the ………of the incoming swimmer touches as
the……..of the starting swimmer leave the starting platform.

7. The Relay Take-off Judge stands………the starting platform.

8. Unless otherwise instructed, the Relay Take-off Judge should report any infraction to
the…………..and / or……………… t
he Referee.
9. What information should the Relay Take-off Judge record on the appropriate
Disqualification Report.

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Radios
The purpose of the radios to ensure prompt and accurate communication between the Race
Referee and those officials with whom, due to distance around the pool face-to-face contact is
difficult.
Should an action be observed by an official, which they consider an infraction of the swimming
rules or other rules pertaining to the event the Referee needs to be informed as soon as possible
in order to decide on a course of action at the earliest opportunity.
It is not intended for the radios to be used for any other purpose – save an emergency or safety
issue.

The British Swimming Technical Officials Radio Protocol is available on the British Swimming
website.

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 Post Qualification Poolside Duties Recording
Following confirmation as a qualified Judge Level 1 official there should be a period of settlement
for you to adjust and make the transition from trainee to qualified official. During this time, you will
gain more experience and confidence and will be working independently.
British Swimming believes that during this period of 15 hours you should continue to complete the
poolside assessment forms to ensure that everything is progressing properly and that you continue
to demonstrate development.
The completion and documentation of these 15 hours is therefore very important and shall not be
ignored or skipped but their completion will not prevent you from applying for or attending a Judge
Level 2 course.
However you will need to complete these 15 hours post Judge Level 1 qualification before you
complete the Judge Level 2 practical training and before you can be confirmed as having passed
your Judge Level 2 course.

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