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Role
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To adjudicate and mediate on
terrain enquires while the
tournament is in progress.
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To ensure that the
tournament runs smoothly,
allowing for the enjoyment
of players and spectators.
Requirements
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Must be fully
conversant with FIPJP,
Petanque New Zealand and
local rules as required.
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Must be
equipped with the latest
Rules.
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Must have,
and be competent in the use
of, an umpire’s measuring
kit.
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Must have
good communication skills,
with the ability to be both
firm and flexible.
Duties
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To ensure
that the rules of the game
and the administration rules
of the tournament are
adhered to.
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To assist
with the smooth running of
the tournament by ensuring,
within the bounds of good
play, that:
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The one
minute rule is policed
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Unfair
advantage is not being
taken in delivery
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Player
and spectator behaviour
is acceptable.
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Generally
only intervene when called
in by players, except when
there are breaches of the
tournament rules or
etiquette.
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Where
necessary, take appropriate
disciplinary action as
allowed by the rules of the
game.
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Prior to the
event, verify that a Risk
Management Plan is in place
covering the safety of all
individuals.
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Prior to the
start of play, enunciate the
local rules and any possible
danger areas perceived.
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Responsible
for the security of the
umpire’s measuring kit.
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Produce a
debrief report within one
week of the event at which
he/she is officiating,
sending one copy to Petanque
New Zealand, and one copy to
the Tournament Co-ordinator.
Authority
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The Umpire is
responsible to Petanque New
Zealand.
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The Umpire
will work with the
Tournament Organiser(s) but
is not answerable to them.
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The Umpire
has the authority to apply
penalties as per Article 10
of the FIPJP rules to all
players, whether they are
engaged in play or
observing.
May
2004
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