PROGRAMMES NATIONAUX Officiels Programme
Programme pour officiels
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Code de conduite des officiels
Critères de certification des officiels nationaux alpins
Programme de délégué technique
Commité organisateur de course
Qualifications pour les membres du jury
Officials Code of Conduct
Alpine Ski Officials shall demonstrate high standards of judgment and competency as they represent Alpine Canada Alpin and their PSO's at all times. The hallmarks of good Officials are promptness, firmness and justice, tempered by tact and consideration.
Officials must be impartial and must supervise and control an event in a manner that reflects the spirit and intent of the rules and regulations. They will provide a competition that will preserve the health and safety of all involved. They will do their utmost to guarantee that each competitor receives an equal and fair opportunity to win. They will promote sportsmanship and an atmosphere of enjoyment.
Officials must maintain high standards of moral and ethical conduct that includes self-controlled responsible behavior, consideration for others, physical and emotional well-being, courtesy and good manners.
Officials must abstain from the use of illegal drugs and the consumption of alcohol while in the performance of their duties as a representative of ACA and their PSO.
Officials must refrain from the use of profane, insulting, harassing or otherwise offensive language in the conduct of his/her duties.
Officials should both teach and learn with every assignment. Officials should exhibit and promote respect, understanding and compassion towards hosts, competitors, coaches and volunteers no matter where they are on the learning curve.
Officials must not engage in "on" or "off" the record criticism of race organizations, competitors, coaches and volunteers to the public and to other Alpine skiing organizations. In giving event feedback to race organization, competitors, coaches and volunteers, Officials shall make suggestions that are constructive, founded and relevant to the improvement of ski racing.
Disciplinary Action Against Officials
If an Official appears to have exhibited behavior or conduct that is contrary to the Code of Conduct and the parties concerned can not resolve the matter informally, the following procedure shall be followed for all nationally sanctioned events. Any complaints arising from a FIS sanctioned event will be dealt with through the procedures established by the FIS.
A complaint in writing describing the issue shall be submitted to the appropriate Officials Chair of the appropiate governing body:
| LEVEL | AUTHORITY |
| FIS | FIS TD Commissioner for Canada |
| National Championships | ACA Officials Chair |
| Provincial Championships | PSO Officials Chair |
| PSO and Divisional Events | PSO Officials Chair |
| Local event | Regional or Zone Officials Chair |
Lodging a complaint:
The respective Officials Chair shall review the submission and if they feel the matter warrants it, they shall establish a Committee of three persons to consider whether action should be taken against the Official. The Chair may or may not be a member of the Committee. The members of the Committee should be drawn from persons experienced with ski racing.
Should the Officials Chair, after reviewing the submission, feel that further action is not warranted, they shall communicate their decision in writing to the parties concerned explaining why. A copy of this decision will also be sent to the Board (or an appropiate official) of the Governing Body.
Review by a Committee:
A duly constituted Committee will determine the manner in which it will pursue an investigation of all relevant details concerning the complaint. It may invite further submissions from the parties, written or other; it may invite the parties to appear before it and provide oral evidence; it may seek information from anyone in addition to the parties who it feels may shed some light on the matter; it may persue any other avenue that in it's opinion, would enable them to reach an informed decision. In all matters, the Official shall be fully informed of the nature of the complaint and the evidence discovered through the investigation and be given an opportunity to respond in whatever manner the Committee deems appropiate.
After having considered all of the relevant information, the Committee will decide whether or not the complaint is justified and communicate that in writing to the parties with reasons for the decision. A copy of this decision will also be sent to the Board (or an appropiate official) of the Governing Body.
Should the Committee determine that actions of the Official have violated the Code of Conduct, the Committee may impose whatever consequences thay feel appropiate including but not limited to: a sanction, direction for remedial training, reprimand, probation, revocation of participation privileges and/or loss of credentials.
Appeal of a Decision
The decision taken by Officials Chair as to whether a complaint should proceed or of a Review Committee as to whether a breach of Code has occurred, may be appealed by either party as outlined below:
REQUIRES TABLE INSERTION OF DECISION TAKEN AND APPEAL INFORMATION
The process for considering an appeal shall follow that of a complaint other than decisions by the National Officials Chair/Review Committee.
Where a decision of the National Officials Chair or a Review Committee brought together by the National Officials Chair is subject to an appeal, that appeal will be considered by the entire National Officials Committee excluding the Chair and any members who were involved with the Review Committee, as the case may be. Decisions of the National Officials Committee are final and not subject to further review.
Categories Requiring Officials Certification
| Administration | Course | Timing | Jury |
| Race Chairman | Chief of Race | Chief of Timing and Calculations | Technical Delegate |
| Chief of Administration (Race Secretary) |
Chef of Course | Chief of Timing | TD Candidate |
| Race Office | Chief of Gate Judges | Starter | Referee |
| Event Quality | Gate Judge | Assistant Starter | Assistant Referee |
| Chief of Event Quality | Course Crew | Timer | Start Referee |
| Chief of Ski Area Relations | Chief of Equipment | Timer recorder | Finish Referee |
| Chief of Media and Awards | Chief Steward | Chief of Calculation | |
| Steward | Calculator | ||
| Finish Controller |
National Alpine Officials Certification Criteria
Level 1
This is the entry-level course. It is an overall introduction to race organization and the various Officials positions with particular emphasis on timekeeping and gate judging. There are no course pre-requisites or required experience. Participants will benefit more if they have practical experience.
Course attendance automatically qualifies the participant as Level 1 Alpine Official. Parents of entry level and K1 level racers find this course an excellent introduction to race officiating and in gaining an insight into the racing program as a whole.
Course Description:
Time required: 3 hours
Course fee: Set by PSO Officials Chair – includes manual & Officials pin
Pre-requisites: None
Exam: None
Level 2:
This level is the second of three Officials courses and is designed for those who have already taken the Level I Officials course and have then obtained the necessary practical to qualify them to take Level II. It has been designed as a detailed introduction to the methodology of Alpine Ski Racing, the types of races, rules, points systems as well as preparing Officials for the managerial positions of Chief of Gates Judges, Chief of Course, Chief of Race, Start Referee, Finish Referee and Referee (coaches). It is a fairly intensive course and does not cover in any detail the material presented in Level I.
The objectives of the course are to develop officials capable of functioning at a carded level race and to provide a base of experience and knowledge to course participants to allow them to assume greater responsibilities at higher level races.
Course Description:
Time Required: 8 hours plus a 1 hour exam. May be done in one day or two evenings.
Course Fee: Set by the PSO Official Chair – includes course manual and Officials pin
Pre-requisites: Level I certification and practical experience in at least 3 different
Official’s positions from 2 different categories which covers a minimum of 8 days race experience.
Exam: 1 hour – multiple choice, T/F, and short answers. Open book.
Level 3:
This level further prepares Officials for all Chief positions and for minimum entry qualifications for the Technical Delegate (TD) program. It is designed for those Officials who have obtained Level II and since then have gained specific practical experience as covered in the Alpine Officials Certification Program. It is an interactive course in which the major emphasis will be discussion and exchange of ideas, opinions and race experiences by the participants. An examination of the course outline will show the variety and depth of the material covered.
The level requires the Official to gain all necessary knowledge (experience not included) to manage races at the national or FIS level. The course directs the participant to use the FIS ICR Book and apply the rules and their interpretation in precise circumstances. This level develops the volunteer’ judgment faculty and the leadership skills in concrete situations.
Course Description:
Time required: 12 hours. Generally given on a weekend but can be given over 4 evenings.
Course fee: Set by PSO Officials Chair. Includes manual, course material and Officials pin
Pre-requisites: It is only open to those who have the necessary pre-requisites or are identified as being very close to having the necessary practical to take the course. Participants must be recommended by the PSO Officials Chair.
Exam: 2 hour open book exam.
Level 4:
This Level is for those Officials who have gained further experience at National or International level races and who have demonstrated superior knowledgeable abilities as an Official. The PSO Officials Chair must recommend the Level 4 nominee to the National Officials Committee.
Coaches Admission in the Officials Program
All Canadian Ski Coaches (CSCF) Level 1 and higher can attend the Level 2 Official course without any other criteria of eligibility.
Pre-requisite for Referee – Level 2 CSCF and Level 2 Official certification.
All Level 3 and/or 4 CSCF coaches can attend a Level 3 Officials course without criteria of eligibility.
Officials Recognition and Identification
All officials will receive a National pin in recognition of their achieved certification level.
Officials Requirements to Maintain Certification
Upon qualification, the initial period of certification and practical requirements to maintain certification for each Officials level is as follows:
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Level 1
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Three years
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Activity as an Official |
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Level 2
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Three years
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Work minimum 4 race days in a 3 year period and an Officials Update every 2 years. |
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Level 3
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Two years
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Work minimum 4 race days a year and an Officials Update every 2 years. |
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Level 4
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Two years
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Work 4 days a year as a TD or Chief level or to the satisfaction of the Officials Chair. Attend an Officials Update every 2 years. |
Technical Delegate Program
The Technical Delegate (TD) is the person who has advisory control over pre-race and race operation and together with other members of the Jury, has complete control over the competitive operation of the race. He/she along with the Jury have the final decision in all matters of racer protection and have the authority to cancel, postpone or annul the race if necessary. In all cases, the TD is the representative of the governing body by whom he/she is appointed.
Technical Delegate Levels and Criteria
A TD must have a broad working knowledge and experience as an Official and have demonstrated an ability to handle a variety of on-hill situations in a calm and knowledgeable manner. The requirements for certification at the various levels are:
a) Regional Technical Delegate (only Ontario)
- Level 2 Officials Certification.
- Recommended by the Divisional and PSO Officials Chair
b) PSO Technical Delegate – Technical (T)
- Level 3 Officials Certification.
- Recommended by the PSO Officials Chair for TD certification.
c) PSO Technical Delegate – Technical/Speed (T/S)
- Level 3 Officials Certification.
- Certified in both Technical and DH and SG events.
d) National Technical Delegate
- Level 4 Officials Certification
- Licensed Divisional TD (T) &/or (T/S)
- Recommended by the PSO Officials Chair to the National Officials Committee.
The minimum criteria to be assigned as a PSO/National Technical Delegate are the following:
- Regional technical race: Level 2
- PSO technical race and speed event: Level 3
- National race events: Level 4.
e) FIS Technical Delegate
- The first step in entering the FIS TD program is nomination by two members of the National Ski Association, one of those members must be a licensed FIS Technical Delegate. The nomination must be signed by the PSO Officials Chair and PSO President prior to being sent to the National Officials Committee (NOC). The NOC TD sub-committeemakes recommendations if the Nominee should enter the FIS Candidate program and is accepted by the FIS Commissioner for Canada.
- If accepted the candidate follows the program outlined in ICR 602.
Race Organization
The organizing committee of the sponsoring club or association is responsible for the overall conduct of the event.
The Officials (race organization) that put together a race event will depend on the particular needs of the events and the availability of people. Nearly all of the activities needed to stage an FIS race take place at the lower level races. The various procedures will differ as will the number and qualifications of the various officials involved. For example, at a high level race there will be a Chief of Awards and Presentations to research and obtain prizes and to arrange a special Awards ceremony. At a "lower level" race, the Race Chairman will have either himself or the Chief of Administration (Race Secretary) obtain the prizes and will quite often award them himself at the award ceremony. Further examples of reality: the area ski patrol handles first aid and often security rather than a special team assembled just to cover that particular race; the Chief of Course will probably also act as Chief of Equipment and do course maintenance. In each case, the goal is accomplished, the rules were followed and (most) everyone is tired but happy.
Race Organizing Commitee
The actual running of the race is the function covered by the Race Organizing Committee (ROC), whose chief or chairman would be part of the organizing committee. The race committee appoints the chief officials, assistants and crews.
Race Jury
The jury is responsible for all decisions pertaining to the race, for the arbitration of protests and for upholding the rules. The Jury members must collaborate closely with the race committee through the Chief of Race. Jury members include: the Technical Delegate (Chairman of the Jury), Chief of Race, Referee, Assistant Referee (for speed events) and two non-voting Jury Advisors ~ the Start Referee and Finish Referee. Jury members must be qualified with specific Officials certifications for the level of race event.
Qualification for Jury Members
a) Downhill and Super G Races
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Chief of Race: |
FIS - Level 3 - Official certification |
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Assistant Referee: |
Coach with at least a Level 2 Coach certification, plus Level 2 Officials certification. |
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Referee: |
Coach with at least a Level 2-Coach certification and a Level 2 Officials certification, or a FIS or Division licensed Speed TD |
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Technical Delegate: |
FIS -FIS Technical Delegate |
b) Technical Events
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1. Technical Delegate: |
FIS - FIS Technical Delegate |
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2. Chief of Race: |
FIS - Level 3 Official |
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3. Referee: |
Level 2 Coach and Level 2 Officials certification. |
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4. Assistant Referee: |
Level 1 or 2 Coach |
Note: the above are minimum qualifications for race Jury positions..
START & FINISH REFEREES
In addition to the above, there are two Jury advisors - Start Referee and Finish Referee. They are appointed by the Race Committee. They are responsible for the start and finish areas respectively. They advise the Jury concerning competitor disqualifications and may with the approval of the Jury allow provisional starts/re-runs.
c) Introductory Program &/or Husky Snow Stars
All races, including weekly races must have one Level 2 Official and three Level 1 Officials in charge.
OBJECTIVES IN THE ORGANIZATION AND EXECUTION OF A SKI RACE:
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| Competitors |
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| Timing |
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| Documentation |
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| The Race |
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| Procedures |
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| Rules |
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Officials at a Race
The following diagram shows the location of race personnel according to responsibilities.
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