FIS (Federation Internationale de Ski) -
International Ski Federation)
Skiing and snowboarding, like any other sport, involves risk. The FIS rules apply to all skiers and snowboarders and are intended to prevent accidents on the slope. Every skier or snowboarder must know and follow these rules well.
Please note that violation of these rules in the event of an accident may be considered a violation of civil and criminal law.
10 FIS Rules: "White Code"
1. Respect Others!
The snowboarder should not, by his behavior on the slope, infringe on the rights of other skiers or endanger them.
FIS comment: The snowboarder is responsible not only for his behavior, but also for the serviceability and performance of his equipment.
2. Control your speed!
The snowboarder must control his movement on the track. It is necessary to choose the speed and style of riding according to your abilities, terrain features, weather conditions and traffic density on the mountain.
FIS comment: Collisions occur mainly because: the snowboarder was driving too fast, lost control or did not see the collision object, therefore the snowboarder should be able to avoid collision with any object in his field of view by turning or stopping completely. In places of congestion of skiers, as well as on sections of tracks with reduced visibility, the snowboarder must move at a reduced speed, especially on the edges of steep slopes, at the end of the track (braking zone) and near lifts.
3. Choose a route!
The snowboarder riding on top must choose the trajectory of his movement in such a way as not to endanger the people in front.
FIS Commentary: Snowboarding is a free-to-play sport where everyone can move wherever and however he wants, subject to these Rules. The snowboarder or downhill skier always has priority. The snowboarder moving higher up the slope must maintain a sufficient distance for any maneuvering by the citizen ahead of him. Always be prepared for the fall of any person present on the slope!
4. Overtaking
A snowboarder can overtake skiers from any side, provided that he leaves the overtaken sufficient space for the latter to perform any arbitrary or involuntary maneuvers.
FIS comment: The overtaking snowboarder is solely responsible for not causing problems to the overtaker during the overtaking process. In this case, responsibility extends to the entire maneuver, up to its completion. This rule applies incl. to overtake a motionless (sitting :)) citizen.
5. Entering the track, starting the movement and moving up the slope
A snowboarder entering the track or intending to start moving after a stop or ascent must look up and down the slope and make sure that he does not become an obstacle to other skiers.
FIS comment: Experience shows that reckless starts are often the cause of accidents. It is imperative that the snowboarder in such a situation does not endanger himself and others.
Once the snowboarder has started to move - even at low speed - he takes advantage of Rule 3 over people traveling behind at faster speeds. Carving boards allow the snowboarder to turn uphill, against traffic. Therefore, the carver must be especially careful when making such maneuvers.
6. Stopping on the track
Unless absolutely necessary, the snowboarder should avoid stopping in narrow or poorly visible areas of the course. After falling in such a place, the snowboarder must leave it (along with his equipment) as quickly as possible.
FIS comment: The snowboarder must stop closer to the edge of the course, with the exception of wide courses.
7. Ascent / descent on foot
A snowboarder going up or down the track on foot must only move along the edge of the track.
The rules of conduct on the slope have been developed by the FIS (Federation Internationale de Ski - International Federation of Skiers) to prevent accidents while skiing. They can be considered ideal model behavior for a responsible and prudent skier and snowboarder. Every skier and snowboarder must know these rules well, respect and abide by them.
1. Respect for others
The skier or snowboarder must behave in such a way as not to endanger or harm others.
Commentary: A skier or snowboarder is responsible not only for his behavior, but also for the malfunction of his equipment. This also applies to the use of new items - newly developed equipment.
2. Speed control and trajectories
Skier or snowboarder must control his movement on the highway. It is necessary to choose the speed and style of riding according to your abilities, terrain features, weather conditions and traffic density on the mountain..
Commentary: Collisions often happen because skiers or snowboarders are going too fast, not keeping an eye on those around them, not noticing them. The skier or snowboarder must be able to stop, turn and move within the limits of his field of vision. In a crowded area of a slope or in an area where visibility is limited, the skier should ride slowly, especially at the edge of a steep slope, at the bottom of the slope and in the area around lifts.
3. Choice of direction
Skier or snowboarder, riding on top must choose the trajectory of his movement in such a way as not to endanger the skier or snowboarder in front.
Commentary: Alpine skiing and snowboarding is a free sport where everyone can ride where and how they like, provided that they comply with these rules and proportion their skiing to their capabilities and conditions on the slope. The skier or snowboarder riding in front has priority. A skier or snowboarder riding behind another in the same direction must maintain sufficient distance between him and the other skier or snowboarder so that the skier in front can carry out all his movements freely.
4. Overtaking
A skier or snowboarder may overtake another skier or snowboarder from above, below, right or left, provided that he leaves enough space for the overtaken skier or snowboarder for any intentional or unintentional movement.
Commentary: A skier or snowboarder overtaking another skier is entirely responsible for ensuring that the maneuver he is performing does not create any difficulty for the skier he is overtaking. This responsibility remains with him until overtaking has been completed. This rule also applies to the case of overtaking (detour) of a stationary skier.
5. Exit to the slope, start of movement, move up
A skier or snowboarder entering a marked course, starting after a stop, or moving up a slope must look up and down the slope to make sure he can start without endangering himself and others.
Commentary: Experience shows that getting on the track and starting after a stop are often the cause of accidents. It is extremely important that a skier or snowboarder enters the piste carefully and carefully, without interfering or endangering himself and others. When a skier starts a movement, even a slow one, he has the advantage, according to Rule 3, over more fast skiers approaching from above or from behind.
The development of carving skis and snowboards allows their users to turn and ride uphill. Thus, they travel in the opposite direction to the main stream moving down the slope. Therefore, they must make sure in time that they can do it without endangering themselves or others.
6. Stop on the slope
Unless absolutely necessary, a skier or snowboarder should avoid stopping on a slope in tight spots or where visibility is limited. After falling in such places, the skier or snowboarder should clear the slope as soon as possible.
Commentary: With the exception of very wide tracks, stops must be made at the edge of the track. A skier or snowboarder should not stop in tight spaces or where others will find it difficult to see him from above.
7. Ascent and descent without skis
A skier or snowboarder going up, with or without skis, or going down without skis, must adhere to the edge of the piste.
D.1. DISTANCE
The technical requirements for the international rowing distance are given in the FISA Racing Rules and the Internal Racing Rules.
D.1.1. PLANNING AND DESIGN
Before the detailed design of the course begins, statistical data and results of the study of the terrain should be obtained, as well as analysis and research concerning:
Ownership of land intended for the construction of a rowing base;
Geological conditions;
Hydrological conditions;
Influence of surrounding buildings and trees on the strength and direction of the wind. FISA strongly recommends wind tunnel testing.
Significant factors to consider when choosing a rowing distance include:
The ability to ensure fair and equal conditions on all tracks and protection from the wind;
Technical quality racing distance taking into account the mutual influence of permanent and temporary structures, allowing for major sporting events.
In the final planning of the course for rowing, kayaking and canoeing, the following criteria should be considered:
Justification of investment.
A careful assessment of the estimated investment is required, taking into account the future purpose of the sports facility:
Conducting classes and competitions in rowing, kayaking and canoeing, wheelchair rowing, roller skating, volleyball, beach volleyball, basketball, triathlon, fishing;
Carrying out other sports and recreational activities;
Conducting other events such as meetings, seminars, etc.
The possibility of accommodating guests in the immediate vicinity of the sports facility during major events or gatherings.
The entire sports complex should be designed as a modern, multifunctional sports Complex and a recreation area.
Coexistence with other sports
Experience has shown that compared with sailing and racing on motor boats rowing and, to a lesser extent, kayaking and canoeing when using multipurpose reservoirs are usually given a secondary role. The future management of the complex should prioritize rowing and kayaking and canoeing - both training and regattas.
Environmental principles
The distance for rowing and rowing in kayaks and canoes must comply with environmental principles and rules for the use of terrain, set out in the relevant documents prepared by experts.
Any impact on the hydrological conditions of the area should be minimized.
At the stage of preparing the project plans for the proposed distance for rowing and rowing in kayaks and canoes, it is necessary to conduct preliminary comprehensive studies. When approving the final project, the following issues should be resolved:
Establishing a natural source of water and the required amount of water;
Methods for filling and emptying a canal or lake;
Water level control methods;
Filtration of water and the need to use a waterproof coating on the bottom of the channel;
Water quality and possible ways of its purification;
Conditions for the reproduction of microorganisms and the growth of plants (reeds, algae, etc.).
Requirements
The layout of the rowing distance is based on 5 key principles:
Fairness of competition conditions;
Simplicity of design, no need for high maintenance costs;
- "natural" distance, meeting the requirements of both types water sports;
Providing suitable conditions for conducting large sporting events and long-term daily use of the training base;
Solving the problems of rowing and canoeing and rowing.
Permanent structures
The share of permanent infrastructure is determined by the long-term use of the rowing base and the possibility of building the necessary temporary structures on its territory for the period of major sports events.
The main design requirements are durability, low maintenance costs, and the use of local materials for the construction of permanent structures.
General principles project selection
Rowing course designers must consider conditions that vary with topography, the direction of prevailing winds and the presence of a motorway or railroad leading to the rowing base.
The rowing distance should be designed in such a way that construction is carried out in stages, with the possibility of commissioning additional structures in the future.
You should use the opportunity to have a site where the extraction of "inert" building materials (sand, gravel) was carried out. In some cases, it is possible to coordinate the activities of the two organizations in such a way as to use this site for the construction of a rowing racing distance.
Major sporting events should clearly define and delineate between "accredited" and "non-accredited" zones. Each sector of "accredited" areas reserved for team service personnel, media (media), regatta organizing committee, etc., must be clearly separated from other sectors and have separate secured entrances in accordance with the applicable accreditation rules.
The quarters for athletes and team members should be a separate "block" to maximize the isolation of the rowers in preparation for the competition. This area includes boathouses for storing boats, a place for preparing boats, changing rooms, rest rooms for teams, service rooms for teams such as massage and medical rooms, a weighing room, etc.
The "shared" area can be located between the above area and the stand and be used for interviews with the media and for the work of the leaders of the competition.
During the preparation and conduct Olympic Games separate boathouses should be provided for kayaking and canoeing and rowing.
Finish zone
This area should include:
Finishing tower and related ancillary structures;
Sector for the work of the leaders of the competition;
Sector for the leaders of the rowing base (in the absence of sufficient space, this sector can be located in the boathouse area);
Sector for spectator accommodation and support services, VIP, media and team members seats;
Press center and mixed sector;
Sectors for VIP and guests;
Scoreboard showing technical results and video board;
Radio room;
First aid and rescue team;
Rafts for the award ceremony, media interviews, mooring of judges and rescue boats;
Spectator exit areas and nearby bus parking areas.
The finish area can be planned:
On one side of the course;
On both sides of the course.
Boathouse area
During major events, the boathouse or boathouses must be clearly marked as "accredited".
This zone contains:
Places for storing boats (permanent - indoors and temporary - outdoors);
Racks for oars;
Mooring rafts (separately for rowing, kayaking and canoeing);
Control Commission;
Boat weighing room;
Weighing room for athletes;
Premises for boat repair;
Places for washing boats;
Doping Control and Medical Services;
Premises and services for teams such as changing rooms, showers, etc. - permanent and temporary;
Massage room;
General training equipment;
Conference rooms;
Recreation and office premises;
Canteens;
Information centre;
Administration and management offices;
Team member gates and bus parking areas;
Parking areas for trailers and tractors.
Common ground level
Ground level height total sports complex must be at least one meter above the high water mark.
On both sides of the race tracks, there must be open land strips free of buildings and plantings (with the exception of the finishing tower).
Distance direction
The rowing distance should be built parallel to the direction of the prevailing winds.
Direction of the wind
An important role is played by the results of observations of the strength and direction of the wind for at least 10 years.
It is imperative to investigate the presence of wind sheltered areas that can create uneven conditions on different lanes.
It is ideal to test a model of the future rowing distance in a wind tunnel.
Artificial distances (channels)
View for viewers
To provide viewers better view when using artificial canals, the banks along the entire canal should have a slight slope (ledge) towards the water's edge.
Trees
Planting trees on both sides and along the entire distance (with clear areas at least 60 m wide from the paths) should significantly improve the wind condition on the water. In order to avoid the appearance on the water surface of wind-protected zones, leading to the creation of unequal conditions on different paths, it is necessary to conduct a particularly thorough study of the influence of trees, their type, the distance between trees, as well as between trees and the water's edge (ideally, in a wind tunnel ).
Second channel
When preparing for major sporting events (world championships and the Olympic Games), it is recommended to build a second channel parallel to the main course, at least 40 m wide, and ideally 100 m, in the direction from the finish to the start. During such events, it is used for warm-ups and cool-downs for academics, as well as for training kayakers and canoeists during the regatta. At the end of the event, the training channel will be extremely useful for students. sports schools and beginners.
Rowing base location
The regatta venue must be well connected by road, rail and air. Regular public transport service is also important.
All routes leading to the various areas should be designed for rush hour passenger traffic, and the entry / exit points should ensure the free movement of boat trailers, loading and unloading of boats.
In order to avoid late competitors due to traffic jams at the entrance to the competition venue, it is strongly recommended to provide separate access paths for athletes and officials and separately for spectators.
The experience of holding large regattas shows that organizing the transportation of spectators by shuttle buses is much more effective than allowing parking near sports facilities. It is recommended that large spectator parking areas are located away from the rowing complex.
Separate entrances should be provided for different groups of people - teams, media, VIPs, spectators.
Lighting, signage and landscaping of the territory should emphasize the solemnity and importance of the events being held.
Parking
It is important to provide large parking areas for shuttle buses, buses for transporting teams, media, VIP and sponsors, trailers for transporting boats, with convenient connections to car parks and main roads.
Roads
Ideally, there should be an access road leading to the start area.
In the case of an artificial distance (canal), the access road must be built around the entire distance and have a minimum width of 6.5 m.
For television broadcast purposes, the road from the side of the camera should be laid low, as close to the water surface as possible, with bends every 500 m.
Roads must be leveled and straight along the race track and behind the boat leveler and timing houses and the finish tower.
The roads are intended for the following transport:
Tourist buses with bicycles for transporting and following the competing teams during regattas;
Vehicle to transport equipment and officials between the start and finish zones;
Cars for control over the regatta carried out by FISA representatives during FISA events;
Cars for transporting television equipment and reporting on the regatta;
Minibuses for transporting coaches during races;
if the road surface is good, they can be used for other sporting purposes, such as rollerblading, etc.
During major events, it is necessary to carefully plan and strictly control the entry of vehicles into the territory of the rowing base and movement on the roads along the course.
Lighting
D.1.2. DIMENSIONS OF DISTANCE
The technical requirements for the international standard rowing distance are given in the FISA Racing Rules and the Internal Racing Rules, Articles 28-30 (Appendix…). The above requirements stipulate the minimum length and width of the distance for an international regatta.
The start and finish lines must be strictly parallel, their vertical planes must be strictly projected onto the vertical alignment cables of the boat leveler house and the finishing tower.
When determining the size of the future rowing distance, the following factors must be taken into account:
Whether the distance is an artificial channel or a natural lake;
Risk of wind-protected paths;
The need to comply with traffic rules.
If the distance is artificial, it is necessary to provide for monitoring the depth of the channel and maintaining the required water level.
The requirement for the FISA World Championships and the Olympic Games is a channel width of at least 130 m. Ideally, there should be 8 fully buoyed lanes (13.5 m wide and required depth) with a minimum of 11 m free water on each side.
Each course must be checked and certified for dimensional and layout by an independent authorized observer. The certificate must be submitted for verification to a FISA representative upon request.
Distance dimensions
Shore - should be stepped (gently sloping) to minimize washout and wave impact:
The maximum slope is 1: 3;
The preferred slope is 1: 4 - 1: 6.
There should be no vertical walls around the course. Large stones or other damping objects should be located along the water line at least 1 m below the normal water level around the course.
Controlled growth of stunted algae or other similar aquatic plants along the edge of the coast can serve as an effective means of damping waves.
Paths - should be straight and have the same width throughout.
Numbering
Track numbering depends on the location of the television equipment. It is recommended that lane 1 (0) be farthest from the television cameras and lane 6 (7) the closest.
Thus, track # 1 on the TV screen will be at the top and track # 6 at the bottom.
D.1.3. ALBANO BUOYLING SYSTEM
The existing international system float markings were first used on Lake Albano during the 1960 Olympic Games in Rome.
This system uses straight lines of buoys from start to finish to mark the lanes.
Ropes
Longitudinal ropes - buoys are attached to longitudinal ropes; stainless steel ropes with a diameter of 4 mm, with a tension of 400 kg, are recommended, fixed at a height of 1.5 m below the surface of the water and anchored to the shore at the beginning and end of the course.
An additional cable - with a diameter of 6-8 mm, fixed outside the racing tracks (at a minimum distance of 5 m from them) - is required for the placement of billboards.
The ropes should be tensioned on land with a force of 400 kg. Before being placed in the water, they are marked with an interval of 10 (12.5) m for attaching the buoys.
Cross ropes - 8 mm in diameter, fixed at the start, every 500 m and at the finish line using anchors in one of the following ways:
to the bottom of the lake on both sides of the distance (where the distance between the shores of the lake is great);
to the shore on both sides of the course (where the distance is relatively narrow).
Buoys
Spherical, 15 cm in diameter, with a soft surface; during the first 100 m, starting from the starting bridge, they are located at an interval of 5 m, then to the end of the distance - every 10 (12.5) m.
There should be no buoys on the start and finish lines.
Buoy colors:
At the main distance, it is usually bright yellow;
The first 100 m from the start and the last 250 m to the finish - a different color (red);
Another (red) color for marking intermediate distances (250, 500, 750, 1000, 1250, 1500, 1750 m).
Colors may differ from red and yellow, depending on local conditions and the visibility of the buoys.
D.1.4. CONSTRUCTIONS ALONG THE DISTANCE
Timing houses
Location - placed exactly on the marks of intermediate distances of 500, 1000, 1500 m, at a distance of at least 5 m from the nearest track.
The distance should be clearly visible.
Possible types:
a) floating:
standing on piles at the bottom of a lake or canal;
anchored to the bottom of a lake or channel;
attached to individual cables stretched across a lake or canal (but not to the Albano cable system);
b) ground - located on the platform; at artificial distances - between the road and the distance.
A covered platform with an area of 4-6 square meters, with a floor level of at least 1.5 m above the water level;
If necessary, a platform for a television camera should be provided on the roof of the house. The roof must be suitably constructed.
Dimensions - approximately 2x2 (3) m.
If the course is intended for kayak and canoe regattas, the timing houses at 1000 and 1500 m can also serve as starting towers. Therefore, their dimensions should be larger - 3x3 m.
Equipment
Vertical casement cable;
Radio and telephone (or other wired) communication with those conducting the timing at the finishing tower;
Timing system equipment;
Tables, chairs.
Timing
Usually, intermediate measurements are taken by two: one presses the stopwatch button and names the numbers of teams crossing the intermediate mark at a distance, the other writes down the sequence of commands.
The order of commands is then transferred to the finishing tower.
Those conducting timekeeping in timekeeping houses must be very experienced and professional. It is highly recommended that their line-up be the same as possible from championship to championship.
Option: At intermediate marks, video cameras can be installed to transmit the image to the monitor at the finishing tower. Cameras are mounted on absolutely rigid structures at a height that provides a minimum angle of 5 degrees. between the horizon line and a line drawn from cameras to the center axis of the distance.
Distance marks
Position
On the start line - the alignment mark - is mounted opposite the boat leveler house strictly on the start line; if the shore is too far away - on a structure very rigidly anchored or on the water.
It is a vertical black line with the recommended width of 50 mm on a white or yellow background.
Intermediate marks (every 250 m) can be:
a) floating - in the form of a cube with a side of 1 m, attached to the outer cables of the "Albano" system every 250 m, at a distance of at least 5 m from the nearest tracks on both sides of the distance;
b) ground - in the form of signs attached to the shore every 250 m on both sides of the distance.
On the finish line - the leading mark - is attached opposite the coast, where the finishing tower is located, strictly on the finish line; if the shore is too far away - on a structure very rigidly anchored or on the water.
It is a vertical black line with the recommended width of 50 mm on a white or yellow background.
Requirements
Numbers (at least 70 cm high) are applied in black paint on a white or yellow background and must be clearly visible to the competitors.
The race distance is marked as follows:
0 - start line;
2000 - the finish line.
The end of the 100m start area must be marked with two white flags - floating or ground.
The finish line must be marked with two red flags - floating or ground, located strictly on the finish line, at a distance of at least 5 m from the outer tracks.
Hanging marks
They are transverse cables stretched over a distance (not less than 3.5 m above the water level) every 500 (250) m, on which panels with numbers are attached above the central line of each track.
FISA abolished the requirement for hanging marks at international rowing distances. If, nevertheless, a decision has been made to install them, it is most advisable to place them immediately (at a distance of 5 m) behind the finish line.
Option: Where distance from the finish line and shoreline conditions permit, large lane number signs may be attached to the shore beyond the finish line.
Bubble line
The finish line can be marked on the water by creating a line of air bubbles across the width of the track. It is an excellent visual aid for viewers and television.
By pumping air from the compressor into a straight rigid pipe laid across the distance and lying on top of the Albano cables, a "bubble line" is created. Numerous holes in the pipe allow bubbles to escape to the surface of the water. This system was first used during the 1991 World Championships in Vienna.
The Vienna System consisted of a 50 mm high-pressure hose crossing the finish line at a depth of 90 cm. Holes with a diameter of 3 mm were made in the hose at intervals of 20-25 cm. The hose was attached to a rope with a diameter of 8 mm with a cable every 20 cm. The entire system was attached to both sides of the canal and, in addition, to 600 kg anchors located at intervals of approximately 27 m. The fastening and installation of the system was carried out in stages.
The hose at the finish line in Vienna was filled with air using a compressor with a capacity of 7-9 m3 / min. The pressure was equal to 4-6 bars.
Pay particular attention to the position of the compressed air generator - noise and odor problems may occur if the compressor is not equipped with an electric motor.
D.1.5. RULES OF TRAFFIC
Clear rules and information on the movement of rowing boats on the water must be published in advance. During the event, traffic rules are widespread and must be posted in a conspicuous place in the boathouse area.
The FISA Technical Representative is responsible for developing the traffic rules and holding meetings with the FISA Referee Commission and the Organizing Committee.
The organizing committee is responsible for providing the necessary specialists and monitoring compliance with the traffic rules.
Traffic rules should provide for:
Movement rules during training.
There must be at least one free lane as a neutral strip separating teams moving in opposite directions.
The rules of movement during training apply:
On training days - during the entire time when the course is officially open for training;
On race days:
From the moment of the official opening of the course in the morning and no later than 30 minutes before the start of the first race;
From the time of the finish of the last morning race and no later than 30 minutes before the start of the first day race;
From the finish of the last day's race until the official closure of the course in the evening.
Large buoys, located in the neutral zone at the beginning and end of the course, mark the neutral lane during training.
Traffic rules during the races.
Race traffic rules apply to the warm-up and cool-down zones and govern the maneuvers of the boats participating in the awards ceremony.
Traffic rules during races apply:
30 minutes before the start of the first race of each series and before the finish of the last race of each series.
Important: Special attention teams and competition organizers must be mindful of changing traffic rules during training and racing.
Large buoys located on the neutral lane at the beginning and end of the course must be removed 30 minutes before the start of each series of races and immediately returned to their place at the end of the last race of each series.
Traffic rules apply as follows:
They are sent to the national federations together with the list of participants in the competition;
Published in the official program;
Printed in the manual for team managers;
They are hung on two stands - one for training and one for racing (recommended dimensions 0.7x1.5 m) - behind the mooring rafts.
Pointers without text like road signs attached to each raft must indicate the exit from the water to the rafts and the exit from the rafts to the water.
Floating ropes and large buoys should separate the exit from the water and the exit to the water.
Large buoys
Large buoys should be located 25-30 m beyond the finish line to mark where the boats will turn after crossing the finish line. In addition, they mark the end of the cool-down and warm-up zones.
Inspectors - control movement on the water during:
Workout
On a neutral lane, at least one boat with an inspector must patrol at all times during training. Controls that boats do not cross the distance anywhere, turn around large buoys behind the finish line and in the start area and clear the distance no later than 30 minutes before the start of the next series of races. In some types of training, it is possible to combine the functions of an inspector and a rescuer.
In the launch area - monitors the turn of boats in the launch area from the launch facilities.
On Mooring Rafts - Checks that the crews are using the appropriate rafts. If necessary, supervise that the teams go to warm-up no earlier than 45 minutes before the start of their race.
Race
On jetty rafts - makes sure that the teams do not go out on the water for training during the races. There should be no training during the races.
In a boat or from the shore in the 100-meter zone - prohibits boats from entering the 100-meter zone before the start of the race.
At the end of the warm-up zone - warns of too early or too late departure to the start.
In the case when the warm-up is carried out at the racing distance - at marks of 750, 1500 m and near the finish line, he checks that the boats carry out the warm-up on the tracks specified in the traffic rules.
final days of the competition
In the finish area - two motorboat inspectors assist in the award ceremony.
All inspectors must be provided with a common list of speakers, powerful megaphones and a color scheme for the oars of the participating countries. The inspector in the 100-meter area must have radio communication with the starter.
D.2. START ZONE
D.2.1. Launch tower
Location - 40-50 m behind the start line, in the center of the distance
a) floating:
standing on stilts at the bottom of a lake or canal;
anchored to the bottom of a lake or channel;
attached to individual cables stretched across a lake or canal (but not to the Albano cable system).
b) ground
Construction - temporary or permanent, representing:
A covered platform with an area of approximately 9 square meters, with a floor level of at least 3 m above the water level;
It should be good view to launch rafts and boat leveler house;
With protection from wind and rain;
The front part of the roof or canopy (above the starter) must be at least 3 m above the platform (if a flag is used by the starter);
With a platform for a TV camera above or below the platform of the house;
A floating launch tower should be supported on a floating platform with a minimum size of 6x6 m, preferably connected to the launch bridge by a floating bridge.
Equipment
A large clock visible from a distance of at least 70 m and showing the official time of the regatta, synchronized with the clocks at the finishing tower and in the boathouse area;
Big clock behind the starting tower if the warm-up area is behind the starting tower;
Small clock for the starter located in front of him and associated with the large clock (one or both);
Single-ear microphone (preferred) and speakerphone, or
Fixed on a flexible support, connected by:
With loudspeakers (located either on the launch bridge for each launch raft or on the launch tower) for instructions from the starter to the rowers on the launch rafts;
With loudspeaker in the warm-up area (if necessary).
Switching between loudspeakers must be done using a switch box - two separate microphones may cause interference;
switch box for Flip Disk system. The start can be given by pressing only one button, which controls:
Green visible signal:
By switching on the timing system;
Fixing a video image for the judge at the start;
Launching the alignment control mechanism (i.e. starting AGSO);
Swivel chair for starter;
Fully independent communication between the starter and the judge at the start - radio, telephone line or headphones;
A large stand for posting changes to the racing program, facing the teams, visible from a distance of at least 100 m;
Table with an inclined top (made of transparent plexiglass);
Shelf under the table for a megaphone;
Tube (75mm) attached to the right as a flag holder (if needed);
Bell;
Flag - red with a diagonal cross (75x50 cm);
Table, chairs;
Telephone;
Walkie-talkie;
Megaphone.
Option: If the starting tower and the boat leveler house are far apart and there is poor visibility between them, a visual signal (white and red flashes) may be used to communicate between the start judge and the starter in conjunction with an audible signal.
The light set should be placed on a tilted table in front of the starter, ideally next to the small clock.
The start judge in the equalizer house gives red and white signals by pressing the buttons of the control device located in front of him.
Functions
The launch tower must be strictly guarded and have limited access.
All technical personnel must be in their seats at least 1 hour before the start of the first race and carry out a full check of all equipment.
The rest of the personnel on the launch tower must be seated at least 30 minutes before the start of the first race and check equipment.
During the races, a senior FISA representative oversees everything that happens in the start area. He is in direct contact with the chairman of the jury.
Starter - during FISA events is a member of the FISA Jury
Carries out the start procedure in accordance with the FISA rules. Maintains direct communication with the judge at the start, located in the boat leveler house, with the judge at the finish, located at the finishing tower, with the control committee located in the boathouse area. The FISA Starter is in radio contact with the other FISA representatives present using the FISA radio channel.
Assistant Starter - appointed by the organizing committee
Assists the FISA Starter in the performance of his duties, establishes communication between the FISA Starter and the Organizing Committee representatives.
Flip Disk System Specialist (AGSO) - This is usually the representative of the company providing this starter system.
Checks the operation of the Flip Disk hardware and the startup system. Is in direct contact with the timing staff at the finish tower.
Television camera operator - if television filming is provided at the launch tower.
D.2.2. Launch settings
Launching facilities should ensure accurate bow alignment of boats on the starting line, allowing for the use of boats of different lengths.
Location - approximately 22 m behind the start line
a) floating - on lakes and canals - when the coast is too far
behind the starting line
The design of the floating bridge connecting the starting fingers can:
stand on stilts at the bottom of a lake or canal;
anchored to the bottom of a lake or channel;
attach to cables stretched across a lake or canal;
b) ground - for lakes and artificial distances - when the launchers are located on the shore behind the starting line.
The starting fingers should slide in tunnels (ideally hidden) made in the bank behind the starting area.
Construction - temporary or permanent, strong and rigid
The starting fingers should be connected by a bridge about 1.5-2 m wide (which provides much Better conditions for the installation of equipment and its operation during the races. This is very important for the quality of the television broadcast and the photographing of the teams on the strat.)
Design options:
a) "direct" installation of the launch bridge - without a bay;
b) Installation of a starting bridge with a small bay, approximately 10 m wide and 5-6 m deep, for the judges' boats awaiting the start. The bay must be in line with the center of the course.