The definitions below are intended as guidelines to be followed for the issue of grading signatures. If a marshal fails to meet the required level of competence, whether through their own fault or not, a signature should NOT be given.
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.
A signature may be obtained at the same session as one being issued for a BMMC or MSA grade.
The marshal shall attend an MSA accredited Timekeeping training session.