The marshal shall attend sufficient events to gain three signatures for in-stage duties, e.g. block car, junction crew etc. This requirement has been introduced in recognition of the large number of members who join the club with initially little more than general in-stage experience, and is designed to allow them to settle in.

The marshal shall attend a MSA recognized Radio Training session, and shall satisfy a MSA accredited Radio Controller that they have a basic appreciation of MSA Safety and Medical Frequency radio procedures.

It should be noted that the latter approval could be granted outside of the immediate view of the controller, but obviously within their hearing, and hence within their competence to assess.

T  The marshal shall attend a MSA accredited Fire Training session. A signature may be obtained at the same time as one being issued for a BMMC or MSA grade.

The marshal shall attend a MSA accredited Trainee Rally Training session.

The marshal shall carry out the duties of an Arrival Timekeeper (twice). This should involve use of clocks on one occasion, and check sheets/documentation on another. Where relevant marshal should demonstrate that they are conversant with arrival control and parc ferme procedures, and can correctly prepare road book entries ready for the start timekeepers.

The marshal shall carry out the duties of a Start Timekeeper (twice). This will be expected to involve use of clocks on one occasion, and check sheets/documentation on the other. Specifically the marshal should demonstrate that they are familiar with start control procedures, including the operation of the previous car numbering system for road books, and also the alternate method of issuing 'bingo tickets'.

The marshal shall carry out the duties of a Flying Finish Timekeeper (twice), one of which must be on a multi-use event. This will be expected to involve the use of clocks on one occasion, and check sheets/documentation on the other. Specifically they should demonstrate that they are able to function both with and without audio communication with the Stop Line. The marshal should be able to explain the procedure for timing should all communication with the stop line be lost.

The marshal shall carry out the duties of a Stop Line Timekeeper (twice), one of which will be on a multi-use event. This will be expected to involve the use of clocks on one occasion, and check sheets /documentation on the other. Specifically the marshal should demonstrate that they are able to function both with and without audio communication with the Flying Finish.

The marshal shall carry out the duty of Timekeeper (twice), once on an event of National 'B' status or below, and once on an event of National 'A' or above. Any timekeeping duty will be counted as valid.

Fire Training session. A signature may be obtained at the same session as one being issued for a BMMC or MSA grade.

The marshal shall attend a MSA accredited Timekeeping training session.

The marshal shall demonstrate on a 'live' stage that they are capable of fulfilling the duties of a senior in-stage marshal. On smaller events this may take the form of controlling other marshals at adjacent junctions, on more major events this will probably be in the form of a sector marshal's duties. Specifically the marshal shall demonstrate ability to lead a team, whilst also retaining an awareness of safety considerations. This is fundamentally a man management requirement.

The marshal shall demonstrate (twice) on a 'live' stage, that they are capable of setting up and arrowing a stage, normally to the satisfaction of the Stage Commander. As well as the normal arrowing procedure, the marshal should familiarize his/herself with the use of stage hazard boards and tape, time control boards, and most importantly, the placement of spectator safety notices.

The marshal shall demonstrate (twice) in a 'live' incident that they can handle themselves in such a manner as to make safe a vehicle that has been involved in an incident requiring outside assistance, i.e. marshals. This may include assisting a vehicle to regain the stage and continue, or to secure an accident damaged vehicle.

The level of involvement required is intended to be higher than that required for the Stage Rally Marshal grade, although specific guidance cannot be given since, fortunately, incidents cannot be manufactured by design. Ideally, at least one of these signatures should have required the passing of accurate information by radio, either directly or via a dedicated radio operator.

The marshal shall perform the duty of Spectator Control Marshal (twice), normally on a spectator stage, including demonstrating an understanding of spectator safety considerations, and that they can handle themselves in such a fashion as to engender co-operation from large numbers of spectators, rather than confrontation. In the current climate where spectators in general are officially not encouraged, multi-use events shall NOT be suitable for the issue of signatures for this duty.

The marshal shall attend a MSA accredited Fire Training session. A signature may be obtained at the same session as one being issued for a BMMC or MSA grade.

The marshal shall attend a MSA recognised Radio Training session, and shall satisfy a MSA accredited Radio Controller that they are able to use an MSA and Medical Frequency radio to the required standard. As such a marshal should be able to demonstrate that they are familiar with the procedures to be followed in the use of such equipment, including stage stoppages, and making emergency calls.

It should be noted that the latter approval could be granted outside of the immediate view of the controller, obviously within their hearing, and hence within their competence to assess.

The marshal shall attend a MSA accredited Senior Marshals / Operations, or equivalent, training session.

The marshal shall carry out the duties of a Passage Control or Proof of Passage Marshal (twice). This will not include the use of clocks, but will expose the marshal to map and noise checks, and other procedures carried out on the route. They should demonstrate that they can correctly fill out time cards and check sheets, and that they can amend them correctly.

The members shall carry out the duties of a Time Control Marshal measuring time to an accuracy of one minute at each of the following controls (four times).

The marshal should demonstrate the ability to interpret correctly timing device in use, and that they can correctly fill out time cards and check sheets, and that they can amend them correctly.

The marshal shall carry out the duties of a Time Control Marshal measuring time to an accuracy of one second at either of the following controls.

The marshal should demonstrate the ability to interpret correctly timing device in use, and that they can correctly fill out time cards and check sheets, and that they can amend them correctly.

The marshal shall carry out the duties of assisting the organising club's), in accordance with the publicised guidelines as laid down in the MSA Year Book (Blue Book), in the public relations work necessary for each type of route section. The marshal should demonstrate that they can correctly fill out PR record sheets and information sheets (for letter box drops) to the satisfaction of the Clerk of the Course and CTRA Route Liaison Officer. They must also show that they can deal with the public in a diplomatic and courteous manner at all times.

The marshal shall carry out any of the following Judge of Fact duties (twice).

•     Failure to Stop at a Standing 
                  Give Way, Halt or Stop Line
•     Unauthorised Use of Auxiliary Lamps

•     Violation of Out of Bounds 
                  (Black Spot) Area

•     Quiet Zone Infringements

It is recommended that one occasion should be as a 'Give Way' Judge of Fact, and the other in any three of the remaining capacities.

The marshal shall attend a MSA accredited Fire Training session. A signature may be obtained at the same session as one being issued for a BMMC or MSA grade.

The marshal shall attend a Trainee Road Rally training session, by a BRMC recognised road rally trainer. The content of the session shall be as determined by the BRMC, but shall be aimed at ensuring a basic understanding of all matters relating to road rally marshalling.