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 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 the 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).
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.