CHAPTER 17 TRIALS Appendix 1- Organisers Regulations
Note: * indicates that additional information must be provided in the Official Documents for the Event.
1. General 1.1. A Permit for the organisation of a Trial is issued at the sole discretion of the ASN.
1.2. A Club will only be allowed to run Events up to Interclub status unless the ASN has specifically approved an application for National status.
1.3. Organisers intending to use any Forestry Commission property for Events must liaise with the ASN Forestry Liaison Officer at least 3 months before the Event.
1.4. No contact should be made with Forest District before receiving approval from the ASN or its appointed Forestry Liaison Officer.
1.5. Special attention should be paid to the following:
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Every practicable precaution must be taken to avoid depositing mud or soil on the Public Highway when leaving private property.
b. Warning notices as required by Ch. 3 App. 3 must be displayed. c. The beginning and end of observed sections must be marked by signs. d.
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The starts of sections should be reasonably flat and wide so that all Competitors can at least enter the section.
The layout of sections should ensure that areas can be marshalled by the minimum possible number of Officials.
Sections should be of a winding nature so as to place a premium on driving skill, although the radius of all corners must be adequate for all cars entered.
If possible alternative routes should be planned in case of a change of weather conditions and to provide varied routes within sections for different classes.
h. Metal rod markers should not be used. i.
Markers should be placed to avoid the likelihood of Competitors putting four wheels out between markers and where they are unlikely to be moved by bushes or branches.
j. Clearly visible sub-section numbers should have a minimum figure height of 50mm. k. Sub-section markers should be closely grouped in areas of expected failure. l. Organisers should be aware of the nearest hospital and the best route to get to it in case of incident. m.
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When Competitors under 17 years of age are allowed to compete Organisers should note the information in App. 2‘ Crew’ and Ch. 6 Art. 9 regarding Minimum Ages.
No person under the age of 14 can act as a marshal or assistant marshal unless under the constant supervision of a marshal over 18 years old.
At single site Events a Medium sized Spill Kit must be available at each section or group of adjacent sections.
At Events which utilise the public highway each Vehicle must carry a Small Spill Kit as defined in Ch. 1 App. 1.
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