{"id":192,"date":"2012-05-15T11:28:59","date_gmt":"2012-05-15T14:28:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.arrca.ca\/?page_id=192"},"modified":"2025-05-11T11:42:10","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T14:42:10","slug":"getting-started","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.arrca.ca\/?page_id=192","title":{"rendered":"Getting Started"},"content":{"rendered":"

Welcome to the team!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

MARSHAL INFORMATION OVERVIEW<\/p>\n

WHAT MARSHALS DO<\/p>\n

Corner marshals are an integral part of road-course motorsports, providing vital safety and support services at all levels of car and motorcycle racing events. The primary duties of a corner marshal include:
\u2981 Informing drivers, through the use of flags or other signals, of on-track hazards or incidents, the conditions of the race surface, the condition of their vehicles or any other situation that affects the safe running of the event
\u2981 Communicating to race officials all information pertaining to an assigned section of the race track, including observations relating to all racing incidents, condition of the racing surface, driver behaviour, vehicle condition, etc.
\u2981 Responding quickly and appropriately to racing incidents by displaying flags, showing signals or making suitable safety responses that will assist in safeguarding the well-being of other race workers, drivers and spectators
\u2981 All marshals must be at least 16 years of age, and should be: able to work in a team environment; physically fit; reliable and punctual; receptive to instructions, and flexible<\/p>\n

DRESS CODE \/ TRACK GEAR<\/p>\n

The standard dress code is WHITE clothing (if you can\u2019t find white, light grey will work). This is for visibility, i.e., the drivers will recognize you, and the long sleeves and pants will provide a layer of protection from the elements:
\u2981 Long pants or coveralls
\u2981 Shirt, preferably long-sleeved or a t-shirt is okay. Cotton or a cotton blend is preferred for flame resistance
\u2981 No sandals or open toed shoes are permitted
\u2981 NO red or yellow clothing is allowed<\/p>\n

As you will be trackside the whole day, with little or no shelter; be prepared for all types of weather. Suggested gear includes:
\u2981 Leather or leather-palmed gloves, belt that will hold a radio
\u2981 Extra layers, just in case. We can have all 4 seasons in the same weekend at the track!
\u2981 Sunglasses
\u2981 Rain suit (jacket and pants). White is the preferred colour but green and blue are acceptable. No red or yellow
\u2981 Whistle – the louder the better
\u2981 Sunscreen, bug spray, lip balm, band aids and if required an allergy kit \u2013 let us know if you have allergies
\u2981 Comfortable footwear \u2013 consider ones with ankle support, anti-skid tread, water resistance and warmth
\u2981 Hat or a cap. Light colour is best for hot days. No red or yellow hats.
\u2981 A plastic bucket, waterproof backpack or bag\/garbage bag to keep it try, for moving and storing your equipment
\u2981 Lunch and water are usually supplied, but we recommend bringing snacks and drinks for yourself for the day<\/p>\n

RACE DAY GUIDELINES
\u2981 Consumption of alcohol is expressly prohibited until all competitions are concluded for the day
\u2981 Cameras and cell phones – handy and fun to have at the track even essential for some but please do not use them or have them out when a session is under way on the track
\u2981 Anyone under the age of 16 is not permitted trackside or on the marshal stands
\u2981 Sexual harassment; physical, verbal or implied will not be tolerated under any circumstance
\u2981 When the day\u2019s events are completed, although this is your personal time, your actions still reflect on ARRCA and we ask that you conduct yourself accordingly<\/p>\n

FLAGGING
\u2981 You must remain alert and be ready to react instantly to show the appropriate flag, and when flagging alone, NEVER turn your back to oncoming traffic. Make sure you keep flags out of sight when they are not being used
\u2981 Flags may be used in different ways for motorcycle and car races \u2013 information is provided at the track
\u2981 Flags are used to give racers advance warning of something ahead, possibly beyond their sight – this may include incidents, slow-moving traffic or track conditions that occur, between your corner and the next manned marshal stand. You do not show flags for something that happens BEFORE your corner<\/p>\n

FLAGGING SPECIFICS FOR BIKES AND CARS<\/a><\/p>\n

SINGLE STEADY YELLOW
\u2981 Warns racers that there is a hazard off of the track, they should take caution and be prepared for a racer possibly re-entering the track surface ahead; or
\u2981 Warns racers of a waved yellow flag at the next manned marshal stand<\/p>\n

SINGLE WAVED YELLOW
\u2981 A single waved yellow flag indicates to racers that there is a significant hazard on the track surface between you and the next manned marshal stand
\u2981 Racers must take caution and be prepared to slow or alter their racing line. No passing is allowed until past the incident or, depending on series rules, past the next flag station<\/p>\n

DOUBLE WAVED YELLOW<\/p>\n

A double waved yellow flag indicates to racers that there is a MAJOR hazard on the track surface between you and the next manned marshal stand, and the track is seriously or completely obstructed and\/or workers may be on the track
\u2981 Racers must take extreme caution, be prepared to slow and alter their racing line, or even stop on the track. No passing is allowed until past the incident or, depending on series rules, past the next manned marshal stand<\/p>\n

RED
The red flag is always waved, and you only use the red flag when told by Race Control, who will call on the radio \u201cRED FLAG, RED FLAG, RED FLAG, ALL CORNERS RED FLAG\u201d
\u2981 The red flag is displayed at all corners, and means the session has been stopped, usually as a result of an incident
\u2981 Racers are expected to stop racing immediately, and slowly proceed back to either the Start\/Finish line or Pits, as directed by the series rules and officials, or stop on the track where indicated<\/p>\n

GREEN
\u2981 Indicates a clear track \u2013 shown on the next manned marshal stand, after an incident (waved yellow)<\/p>\n

WHITE<\/p>\n

\u2981 Racer is approaching a slower vehicle on track<\/p>\n

STEADY DEBRIS<\/p>\n