The Federation Internationale de l’Automobile in collaboration with the FIA Volunteers and Officials Commission (VOC) is launching a campaign aimed at raising awareness of safety issues among our group of marshals and officials.
Here are the 10 Golden rules (all sound advice!):
Make sure you are standing up, fully alert and facing oncoming traffic while the track or special stage is live
Be prepared for any situation even during Safety Car procedures, a formation lap or after the chequered flag.
Always have an escape plan in place. You must protect yourself from danger. Be ready to help anyone else.
Do not lean on any guardrail, concrete blocks, or debris fences. They are designed to move when hit by vehicles.
Do not move in front of barriers unless instructed by the Clerk of the Course or your Senior Marshal. Only remain trackside for the minimum time necessary.
If in doubt at any time, seek advice from your Senior Officials.
Always check and double check the status of the circuit or special stage before leaving your post to assist a competitor.
Protect yourself from extremes of weather, hearing damage, dust and dirt in your eyes. Wear suitable footwear and gloves for handling hot or sharp debris.
Attend all safety and operational briefings and follow instructions from Senior Officials.
Be careful when climbing over barriers or climbing up or down from earth banks. Check that flag signals are being shown for your protection.
