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Rally Headquarters will be operational from Monday 24 October - Sunday 30 October

Contents

1. Changes for 2016 ..................................................................................... 2

2. Event Programme .................................................................................... 2

3. Who’s Who on Wales Rally GB ...................................................................... 5

4. Roles and Responsibilities ........................................................................... 6

5. Communications ...................................................................................... 8

6. Medical & Rescue Cover ............................................................................. 9

7. Incident Handling .................................................................................... 12

8. Event Schedules ...................................................................................... 16

9. Safety Cars ............................................................................................ 21

10. Stage Set-up .......................................................................................... 22

11. Running Special Stages .............................................................................. 23

12. Non-Stage Locations – Regroups, Service Areas & Parc Fermé ............................... 30

13. Timing .................................................................................................. 33

14. Media Safety & Identification ...................................................................... 40

15. Spectator Safety Advice ............................................................................. 42

16. List of Manuals and Documentation ............................................................... 42

17. Forms .................................................................................................. 45

18. Code of Conduct for Officials & Marshals ........................................................ 52

19. Useful Phrases ........................................................................................ 54

20. Remember ............................................................................................. 56

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1. Changes for 2016• The service park and scrutineering will continue to be located at Deeside in North

Wales. The Ceremonial Start on Thursday evening will be at Parc Eirias, Colwyn Bay. This venue hosted the Ceremonial Start in 2014.

• Friday 28 October The route will use the Myherin, Sweet Lamb and Hafren stages in the reverse direction to 2015 followed by Dyfnant using the same route as last year. Between the two visits to these stages there will be a regroup and tyre fitting zone in Newtown. At the end of the day there will be a short halt in Chester city centre for autograph signing and allowing the fans to get close to the stars and their cars.

• Saturday 29 October The first stage of the day in Pantperthog forest has not been used on Rally GB for 20 years. This is followed by the Dyfi stage which will run in the reverse direction from last year whilst Gartheiniog is the same as 2015. Following a regroup in Corris, these 3 stages are repeated before a single run through the Aberhirnant stage, with the same route as last year. The spectator stage which was at Chirk Castle in 2015 will move to nearby Cholmondeley Castle and this short stage will run on asphalt roads.

• Sunday 30 October 3 stages make up the final day starting with Clocaenog which is a stage last used as Clocaenog East in 2014. This is followed by Brenig which will be run partly in the reverse direction from last year to allow spectators to view the end of stage podium celebrations when it runs as the final Power Stage. The third stage of the day is Alwen run to the same route as last year. The ceremonial finish podium will this year revert back to Llandudno town centre.

• National Rally The popular National Rally will again give crews in MSA regulation compliant vehicles the chance to compete on all of the stages either running between the first and second loop of the WRC event (Friday) or after the second run of the WRC event (Saturday and Sunday).

2. Event Programme

Wednesday 24 August

Opening Date for entries

Monday 27 September

Closing Date for all entries

Wednesday 28 SeptemberClosing Date for UK Print Media, Internet Media, Radio & Photographers Media AccreditationFriday 30 September

Road Books, Route Map and Rally Guide 2 available

Wednesday 5 October

Closing Date for International Print Media & Photographer Accreditation

Thursday 6 October

Closing date for orders of FIA fuel


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Monday 10 October

Closing date for Service Park orders

Monday 24 October

09.00 Service Park opens (Manufacturer Teams access times by prior agreement) Deeside

12.00 – 19.00 Rally Office open Service Park, Deeside

14.00 – 17.00 Collection of reconnaissance trackers SIT Workshop, Service Park

14.00 – 19.00 Reconnaissance registration (all drivers) Rally Office, Service Park

14.00 – 19.00 Administrative checks (P2, P3 & non priority drivers) Rally Office, Service Park

14.00 – 19.00 Collection of materials and documents Rally Office, Service Park

14.00 – 19.00 Media Accreditation (for Reconnaissance only) Rally Office, Service Park

Tuesday 25 October

08.00 - 17.30 Reconnaissance – Day 1 Details - Appendix 2


09.00 – 18.00 Administrative Checks for P1 Drivers Rally Office, Service Park

14.00 – 18.00 Media Accreditation open Rally Office, Service Park

14.00 – 18.00 Media Centre open Media Centre, Rally HQ

15.00 – 19.00 Collection of FIA WRC Safety Trackers SIT Workshop, Service Park

Wednesday 26 October

08.00 - 18.10 Reconnaissance – Day 2 Details - Appendix 2



09.00 – 14.00 Administrative Checks for P1 Drivers Rally Office, Service Park

10.00 – 13.00 Sealing and Marking for Manufacturers & WRC Teams Service Park, Deeside


13.00 – 14.00 Weight and sound checks for Manufactur-ers & WRC Teams Service Park, Deeside

15.00 – 20.00 Scrutineering and Component Sealing for P2, P3 and Non Priority drivers

Coleg Cambria, Connah’s Quay, Deeside CH5 4BR

16.00 Team Managers’ meeting (Manufacturers & WRC Teams) Rally HQ, Deeside

16.00 – 19.00 Return of reconnaissance trackers SIT Workshop, Service Park

Thursday 27 October





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08.00 – 09.30 Shakedown for Priority 1 drivers Clocaenog Forest

09.30 – 11.30 Shakedown for Priority 2 & 3 drivers Clocaenog Forest

11.30 – 13.00 Shakedown for Non Priority drivers Clocaenog Forest

13.00 Publication of Start Lists for Ceremonial Start and Section 1 Rally Office, Service Park

14.00 FIA Pre Event Press Conference Media Centre, Rally HQ

16.30 All cars must be in place at the Ceremo-nial Start Parc Eirias, Colwyn Bay

17.30 – 18.00 Autograph session (invited drivers) Parc Eirias, Colwyn Bay

18.30 Ceremonial Start Parc Eirias, Colwyn Bay

Friday 28 October


05.30 Start of Section 1 Service Park, Deeside


19.00 Autograph session Chester Time Control

19.00 Publication of Start List for Section 3 Rally Office, Service Park

22.45 All cars must be in Parc Fermé (except Rally 2) Service Park, Deeside

Saturday 29 October




19.00 Publication of Start List for Section 6 Rally Office, Service Park

19.15 All cars must be in Parc Fermé (except Rally 2) Service Park, Deeside

Sunday 30 October




13.30 Finish of Rally Mostyn Street, Llandudno

14.15 Podium & Prize-giving Mostyn Street, Llandudno

16.00 FIA Press Conference Media Centre, Rally HQ

16.00 Final Scrutineering Coleg Cambria, Connah’s Quay, Deeside CH5 4BR

17.15 All cars must be in Parc Fermé Service Park, Deeside

17.30 Publication of provisional final classifica-tion Rally Office, Service Park


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3. Who’s Who on Wales Rally GB

3.1 Organisation CommitteeKeith Ashley, Tania Baker, Ian Berry, Iain Campbell, Fiona Court, Alyn Edwards, Jonathan Gill, Penny Harvey, Andrew Kellitt, Alun Pritchard, Sue Sanders, Ben Taylor, Helen Waight.

3.2 Stewards of the MeetingChairman Timo Rautiainen Appointed by FIA Morrie Chandler Appointed by FIA Rod Parkin Appointed by MSASecretary to the Stewards Yvonne Gilli

3.3 FIA Delegates Sporting Delegate Jarmo Mahonen Safety Delegate Michèle Mouton Media Delegate Hayley Gallagher Medical Delegate Dr Jean Duby Technical Delegate Jérôme Toquet Assistant Technical Delegates Karmo Uusmaa Clément Clerc Luca Gibello Lionel Berard

3.4 Senior Officials Clerk of the Course Iain Campbell Deputy Clerks of the Course Andrew Kellitt (Event Co-ordinator) Sue Sanders (Event Safety Co-ordinator) Assistant Clerks of the Course Keith Ashley (Regional Organiser – Mid Wales) Alyn Edwards (Regional Organiser – North Wales) Secretary to the Event Penny Harvey Chief Safety Officer Charley Webber Spectator Safety Officer Andy Smith Chief Medical Officer Dr Ed Sharp Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Chris Press Assistant Chief Medical Officers Dr Alaric Hicks Dr David McManus Chief Scrutineer Rab McDonald National Press Officer Jonathan Gill Competitor Relations Officers Jonathan Lord Gary Milligan

3.5 Event OfficialsCommunications Co-ordinators Mike Summerfield Bernard Lee Event Incident Co-ordinator Phil MostynPolice Liaison Officer Paul FarleyRadio Staffing Co-ordinator Bill WilmerReconnaissance Manager Jason MurphyResults Officer Gary NichollsRST Database Manager Dominic Saunders


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Safety Cars Co-ordinator Phil JonesService Park Manager Steve CridgeStaffing Officers Wenna Roberts Mark WilkinsonTimekeeper Co-ordinator Sam MyersTraining Officer Tim HardingVehicle Co-ordinator Alan Corns

4. Roles and Responsibilities

4.1 Clerk of the CourseIain Campbell has overall charge of the event. He has overall responsibility for the safe running of the event through the deployment of experienced personnel. He will take all decisions relevant to the effective and safe running and control of the Rally.

4.2 Event Co-ordinatorAndrew Kellitt has overall responsibility for the sporting aspects of the route and ensuring the event complies with all FIA requirements. He will deputise for the Clerk of the Course in all matters. He has responsibility for providing advice when required throughout the event.

4.3 Event Safety Co-ordinatorSue Sanders has overall responsibility for co-ordinating all safety matters on the event. She is responsible for the production of the safety plans and compliance with FIA requirements. She will deputise for the Clerk of the Course when necessary.

4.4 Chief Safety OfficerCharley Webber has overall control of event safety. He is responsible for production of

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ManagingDirector

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Deputy Clerkof the Course

SafetyCo-ordinator

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EventCo-ordinator

ChiefMedicalOfficer

RegionalOrganisers

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Risk Official/Manager

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the rescue plan and the re-sourcing of the rescue and recovery teams.

4.5 Chief Medical OfficerDr Ed Sharp is responsible for, and has control over, all the medical personnel on the event. His Deputy is Dr Chris Press who will travel with the FIA Medical Delegate.

4.6 Event Incident Co-ordinatorPhil Mostyn is responsible for collating all incident reports and ensuring that they are provided to the FIA Stewards and the Event Safety Co-ordinator. If necessary he will visit the site of an incident to complete the incident reporting process.

4.7 Spectator Safety OfficerAndy Smith is involved in the planning and preparation of spectator safety areas and works with the Event Safety Co-ordinator to ensure the set-up of the stages is in accordance with the spectator plan.

4.8 Regional OrganisersThey are responsible for large areas on the event including stages, service areas, road sections, car parks, etc. They liaise with all public services and local residents to ensure the Rally can take place with the support of the local community.

4.9 Radio ControllersRadio Controllers will work in Rally Headquarters (HQ) with the Clerk of the Course and Regional Organisers and will act as the liaison between the travelling/regional based personnel and the HQ staff.

4.10 Stage Commanders & DeputiesThe Stage Commander is responsible for the effective preparation; set-up and running of a Special Stage. He will be assisted mainly by the Deputy Stage Commander, Stage Safety Officer and any necessary Intermediate Safety Officer(s).

4.11 Stage/Service Safety OfficersThe Stage (and Service) Safety Officers are responsible for setting up and inspecting the stage (or service area) and certifying its conformance with the agreed safety plans.

4.12 Incident OfficersThe Stage Incident Officers will be positioned with safety vehicles at the interim locations throughout the stage; they are the eyes and ears of the Stage Commander. They are responsible for communicating with the Stage Commander and Rally Control throughout any incident. They must remain with the A system radio at all times.

4.13 In-Stage MarshalsSector marshal will be responsible for one specific area only. This responsibility will cover both route and spectator safety.Marshals will be positioned at the known viewing areas in sufficient numbers to ensure the spectators comply with the safety guidance information. These numbers will be in alignment with the predicted numbers shown in the Event Safety Plan.Radio marshals will be licensed operators. They will be situated at all stage radio points and other intermediate points in order to create a unique radio communications network for each stage. They will work with the marshals to ensure compliance with safety plans and principles.Timing Marshals will be located at Time Controls and will be responsible for both the timing elements of their role as well as ensuring the safety of event personnel and spectators who may be in the vicinity of their location.


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4.14 Training Officer & Training TeamThis team provide support to the Regional Organisers by delivering locally based training events. They also provide national training events as required.

5. Communications

5.1. Event Communication Structure

On each stage there are three systems of communication:

5.2 The Role and Function of the ‘A’ System Radio The role of the ‘A’ System radio is the management of the event through direct communication from Rally Control to the key locations and personnel on the Rally route. The ‘A’ System utilises duplex frequencies and is intended for direct communication between Rally HQ and officials in the field. ‘A’ System radios will be at the Stage Starts, in the Medical Intervention Vehicles (MIVs) and at the Finish on each special stage.Additionally, ‘A’ System radios will be located at the Regional Base, with ‘C’ System controllers, in all Safety and Sweeper cars, the Timing Crew Vans, Service Areas and other key locations / personnel as well as with the Event Safety Co-ordinator and Deputy. Whilst the ‘A’ System network may be utilised during the setting up process, once Rally Control takes over, all communications must go through Rally Control. Operators may ask Rally Control for Talk Through - this may or may not be granted.

5.3 The Role and Function of the ‘B’ System Radio These radio locations are specifically utilised to track the passage of the competitive cars. Any missing vehicle is then identified and “called through” to Radio Control.

5.4 The Role and Function of the ‘C’ System Radio The Primary role of the ‘C’ System is the operational running of the stage during set-up and reconnaissance. It will be used for spectator management, safety situations and dealing with accidents and incidents on a practical level. The ‘C’ System runs on the usual MSA Safety frequency. ‘C’ System radios will be located throughout the stage as determined by the requirements of each stage.

Rally Control

Clerk of the CourseDeputy Clerk of the Course

Assistant Clerk of the CourseChief Medical OfficerChief Safety Officer

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Safety Car Team

A System RadioC System Radio

Stage Start

Stage CommanderDeputy Stage Commander

A, B & C System Radio

Stage Route

C System Radio Controller

In stage C System Radio MarshalsB System Radio Marshals

Stage Intermediate Points

Stage Incident Officer

A & C System Radio

Stage Finish

Stage Safety Officer

A, B & C System Radio

Service Areas, Regroups and Refuel

Chief Official

A System Radio

Rescue, Recovery & MIV

A & C System Radio

Rescue, Recovery and MIV

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As part of the ‘C’ System operation, mandatory radio cars are located approximately every 5km throughout the stage (these points are identified in competitors’ road books, event safety plans and by signage on site). At these locations the radio marshals will be issued with a specific tabard and yellow flag. The yellow flag is to be displayed (if requested by the Stage Commander following instruction from the Clerk of the Course) to all competing cars. This is to advise them that there has been an incident ahead of them and that they must immediately slow down and follow the instructions of marshals as required. Additional stage specific operation communications will also take place via this ‘C’ System in order to deal with local issues and prevent unnecessary incidents escalating.

5.5 Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

Failure of ‘A’ System

Use ‘C’ System for local communication and relay to Rally Control by telephone. Depending upon the nature of the failure it may be possible for the Regional Base or Repeater crew to provide local control on the ‘A’ System. Mobile phones may be used at Stage Starts and Finishes and should be used to provide a back-up communication link to Rally Control.

Failure of ‘C’ System

Use the ‘A’ System for key location communications while Engineers attempt to rectify any fault.

5.6 Event Management Rally Control

Will be operated throughout the event and the Clerk of the Course, or his Deputy plus your Regional Organiser will be available at all times via the ‘A’ System radio to assist you with your decision making and to advise you of any information that is relevant to the running of your stage. Rally Control and the Clerk of the Course carry the ultimate responsibility for stopping, cancelling and closing stages. Rally Control has at its immediate disposal details of the whereabouts of all safety and competing cars on the Rally. In the event of any accident it is likely that Rally Control will be able to provide you with information about the accident, i.e. the location and whether the emergency button in a car has been set off indicating that they require assistance. The Deputy Regional Organiser will be available at your Regional Base and the police can be contacted directly either from Regional Base or from Rally Control.

6. Medical & Rescue Cover

6.1 Event Medical & Rescue Purpose

These are collectively the Medical Intervention Vehicles (MIVs), Doctors, Rescue/Fire Ambulances and Recovery Vehicles. They are required on all Special Stages in the number and location as detailed in the Event Medical & Rescue Policy (6.3). An Air Ambulance is dedicated to the event and is in direct communication with Rally Control.EquipmentAll Recovery, Rescue/Fire Ambulances are equipped as specified by the MSA. All MIVs will contain the equipment as specified by the Chief Safety Officer and the Chief Medical Officer in line with FIA requirements.MIVs will be appropriately identified and will carry green flashing lights and a warning


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siren.Rescue/Fire Ambulances will be appropriately identified and will carry blue flashing lights and a warning siren.Recovery Vehicles will be appropriately identified and carry orange flashing lights.

CommunicationsMIVs have ‘A’ and ‘C’ System radios. The primary system of communication during an emergency will be on the ‘A’ System radio network. The responsibility for providing a communications link from an incident to Rally Control lies primarily with the Deputy Stage Commander or Stage Incident Officers. They may delegate this function to another marshal.Any medical or other sensitive information should not be passed to Rally Control via the ‘A’ System if possible. It is preferable for this information to be passed via mobile phone. Mobile phones will also be used as a back-up should the ‘A’ System fail and to achieve this all emergency services crews are required to notify the Chief Safety Officer of their mobile phone numbers.

TimesIn position 3 hours before first car is due, this time may vary depending on local access arrangements.Off duty when stood down by Rally Control and the Sweeper Car Crew.

Attending an IncidentAlways done under the instruction of the Stage Commander and Rally Control (6.3). All Safety Services vehicles will be accompanied to the incident by the Deputy Stage Commander or Stage Incident Officer as appropriate. The order of deployment will be as follows:1. Medical Intervention Vehicle crewed by a doctor and a paramedic2. Rescue/Fire Ambulance (MSA Licensed)3. Doctor or Paramedic working with the Rescue/Fire Ambulance4. Deputy Stage Commander or Interim Safety Officer5. Recovery VehicleNo tape or barrier should be in front of these vehicles to impede their access onto the Special Stage. Additionally located at intermediate points (approximately every 7km) there will be a combination of either an MIV with a Doctor and Paramedic OR a Rescue/Fire Ambulance with a Paramedic. Recovery Vehicles will be positioned at the intermediate points within the stage.All Rescue and Medical services on a Special Stage are under the direct instructions of the Stage Commander and must not move their vehicle onto the Special Stage unless instructed by the Stage Commander. The Stage Commander will follow instructions from the Clerk of the Course, either directly or through the Radio System.

6.2 BriefingsIf you have an incident which you cannot resolve locally please contact these people in the following order:1. Your Sector Official/Marshal in charge Contact details in the Safety Plan2. The Deputy Stage Commander Contact details in the Safety Plan3. Stage Incident Officer Contact details in the Safety Plan4. Your Regional Base Contact details in the Safety Plan5. Rally HQ 01244 309900


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6. Event Incident Officer 07790 340952 (Phil Mostyn)7. Event Safety Co-ordinator 07774 476647 (Sue Sanders)8. Spectator Safety Officer 07971 817028 (Andy Smith)

6.3 Medical & Rescue PolicyThe full medical and rescue plan is contained in the Incident Management Plan which is issued to all Stage Commanders and their Senior Personnel.THE STAGE COMMANDER SHALL NOT ACT ON THEIR OWN INITIATIVE OVER THE RESPONSE TO AN INCIDENT ON THE STAGE. THE STAGE COMMANDER CAN MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CLERK OF COURSE OR HIS DEPUTIES, BUT THE FINAL COURSE OF ACTION REMAINS WITH THE CLERK OF COURSE OR HIS DEPUTIES.The deployment of the Event Medical/Rescue Services will be instructed by the Clerk of the Course or his deputies via the Stage Commander. Vehicles must not move onto the Special Stage unless instructed by the Stage Commander either directly or through the ‘C’ System Radio. The Stage Commander will receive instructions directly from Rally Control and should always work in conjunction with the Clerk of the Course, his deputies or assistants.

Special Stages up to and including 15 kilometres: Located at SS Start:• 1 MIV crewed by a doctor and a paramedic• 1 Rescue/Fire Ambulance (MSA Licensed)• 1 Deputy Stage Commander• 1 Recovery Vehicle (2nd Recovery Vehicle may be allocated to some long stages)

Special Stages over 15 kilometres (9 miles):Additionally located at Intermediate points (approximately every 7km) there will be a combination of either an MIV with a doctor and paramedic OR a Rescue/Fire Ambulance with a paramedic.Recovery Vehicles will be positioned at the mid points within the stage.The Safety Plan is prepared based on the following diagram which is indicative of how the Event Medical cover will be deployed to meet the requirements of the FIA WRC Regulations.

7 km (Approx)

7 km (Approx)

7 km (Approx)

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6.4 Helicopter Operating Procedure A helicopter Air Ambulance will be available. This unit will be despatched by Rally Control to any incident where serious injury is a possibility. The aircraft carries a paramedic and doctor. It is quite possible that it will appear overhead if there is an incident on your stage. If required the aircraft will either: • Land near the scene of the incident clear of the stage; or • Fly down the stage to the nearest safe landing area; or• ONLY if the stage is clearly blocked and cleared by Rally Control, land on the stage

within sight of the incident.Helicopters are potentially very dangerous but there are a few simple procedures to help you manage the situation safely:• DO NOT APPROACH THE AIRCRAFT unless specifically instructed to do so by a member

of the aircraft crew.• Keep yourself and ALL other people at least 100 yards from the aircraft.• NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO APPROACH THE REAR OF THE AIRCRAFT - the tail rotor

which, if turning, cannot be seen - KILLS.• Loading of the casualty will be carried out by the crew of the aircraft - if they need

assistance from the rescue crew or marshals they will tell you.• AT ALL TIMES THE AIRCRAFT CREW ARE IN CHARGE OF THE SITUATION.• During landing and take-off the aircraft generates considerable wind - be prepared

to secure any loose items of clothing, hats, paperwork etc.

Queries to the Chief Safety Officer in Rally Control via ‘A’ System Radio or by ‘C’ System Radio to Stage Commander

7. Incident Handling

7.1 Rally ControlThe Clerk of the Course, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Safety Officer will liaise and communicate with all relevant personnel to determine the best course of action. They will then communicate this to the Stage Commander. Rally Control will consider medical, sporting, timing and commercial implications in their decision making and will liaise with the emergency services as required.Instructions to the Stage Commander may include:• Requests for information• Hold the stage• Deploy the emergency services• Issue TC and SS times• Implement the alternative route (from the road book)• Stop the stage• Re-start the stage

7.2 Stage StartThe Stage Commander must keep in constant touch with Rally Control throughout. It is not necessary for them to attend the scene of an incident unless it is agreed by Rally Control, the Deputy SC or Stage Incident Officer will undertake this duty. Rally Control may decide to utilise the Air Ambulance, this decision will not affect the procedures outlined in this policy. Under the direction of Rally Control the Stage Commander may:1. Prevent further competitors entering the stage. 2. Despatch the MIV and Rescue/Fire Ambulance from either the Start or the appropriate

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3. If the incident is after the Intermediate point, despatch the MIV and Rescue/Fire Ambulance from the Stage Start to the Intermediate point location to remain there unless otherwise instructed.

4. Start thinking ahead to arrangements for rendezvous with the Civil Emergency Services should their assistance be required. This will include keeping all competitors queuing at the stage arrival on one side of the road to allow additional Emergency Services to access the stage if required. A representative of the Police authority will be situated at the relevant Regional Base during the running of the event. They will act as liaison between the emergency services. All Emergency Services have received a copy of the Incident Management Plan.

5. Ensure the Time Control continues to issue TC and Provisional SS times.6. In the event that the decision has been made to cancel the running of the stage,

prepare to instruct the Start or Time Control to issue the alternative route information.

7. Remind the competitors that the alternative route is non-competitive.8. Inform Sector Officials or Marshals in Charge to advise the Spectators that the stage

has been cancelled (5.4.1).

7.3 Yellow FlagsYellow Flags must only be prominently displayed (held out steady, NOT waved).If an incident occurs which requires the use of yellow flags and the Clerk of Course has authorised their use via the ‘C’ System radio the following actions shall then be taken:• No flag other than the yellow flag may be deployed in a Special Stage.• The yellow flag must not be shown to any competitor at any time other than when

the Clerk of the Course gives the instruction via the radio controller.• Upon receiving the instruction to deploy a Yellow Flag the designated Yellow Flag

marshal (wearing a radio marshal’s tabard) at all mandatory radio points preceding the incident must stand with the Yellow Flag in an appropriate location adjacent to the special stage.

• The designated marshals should consider personal safety when choosing the best location to stand.

• The Yellow Flag should be held stationary, ideally at arm’s length, so as to be clearly seen by any passing vehicle.

• Once deployed, the Yellow Flags should continue to be displayed until an instruction from the Clerk of the Course to withdraw the flags has been received by the Yellow Flag Marshal.

Throughout this process the designated flag marshal should ensure that his or her own safety is maintained.Should a marshal observe a competitor who has been shown a Yellow Flag not comply with the regulations and not reduce speed, then a written report recording the facts should be completed and handed to the Sweeper Car (this will then be handed to the Clerk of the Course).

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At the sceneAt the scene of the incident the Rescue/Fire Ambulance will, on arrival, perform the following:• park their vehicles in the ‘fend off’ position• attend the casualties• ensure the warning triangle is outRemoval of Casualties will take place through the Special Stage Exit or through a suitable emergency exit, the location of which has been agreed in advance and incorporated in the Stage Safety Plan (the RV points are external to the stage), as long as the direction of travel is that of the Rally route. In the case of a serious accident Rally Control will utilise all facilities at its disposal to effectively deal with the accident. This response will depend upon the particular circumstances of the accident and may use both the full resources of the Rally and the Civil Emergency Services.

7.4 Evacuation ProcedureIn emergency situations spectators will look to Officials and Marshals for guidance and assistance. Reading this section may save your life and the lives of others.

Evacuation Procedure – Marshals• In the event of an emergency requiring the area to be cleared of all people; remain

calm, work as a team and ensure that spectators are directed to the most suitable exit point. Where possible the senior marshal should remain with the spectators while the other marshals should position themselves along the exit route to act as guides, pointing and directing spectators to the next marshal along. This should occur until all spectators have been cleared from the area. All marshals should then leave the area.

• If your location requires evacuation procedures to be implemented the Radio Marshal will be briefed on what the situation is and how Rally Control wishes it to be managed. He/she will work with the Sector Official to relay appropriate messages to the spectators and other officials at that location. This will apply to stages and service areas.

Evacuation Procedure – Spectators – The Advice Given to Them• In the event of an emergency please return (when possible) to your vehicle always

following the instructions of the marshals. These marshals will be positioned to help identify the most suitable exit route.

• Please remain calm, walk carefully ensuring you do not fall or trip over any uneven ground.

In most Emergency Situations the deployed resources available to the emergency services will be sufficient to ensure effective resolution. However, it is recognised that circumstances may be such that a Major Incident will have to be declared. If there is a need to advise Sector Officials of the nature of an incident a specific announcement will be made via the nearest Radio Marshal.

7.5 Stage CancellationIf a stage has to be cancelled for any reason whatsoever, the following spectator safety guidance should be followed:• Marshals should remain on post and give clear instructions regarding departure

routes along with any other helpful and relevant information.• The stage may continue on its original route or it may be re-routed using a pre-

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• Yellow flag procedures are covered in Section 7.3 of this document.• A Safety Car, or Official Event vehicle, will traverse the stage at a steady pace giving

additional information where possible.• The route should remain one way.• The stage closure and exits should be managed over the ‘C’ System.• Car Park personnel should be advised by the Regional Organiser and ensure that all

exit routes are free from blockages and are clearly defined.• Marshals should only give known information – avoid speculation.• The Stage Commander, with the support of Rally Control, is responsible for the safe

departure of all spectators and marshals.• Rally Control should have suggested answers to any likely questions spectators may

ask.• These answers should be made available to Stage Commanders for distribution to all

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8. Event Schedules

8.1 Time Schedule

SS Distance (Km) FCD Stage Commander/

Senior Official

Thursday 27 October 2016

Remote Service Ruthin 07:00 – 14:30 Mike Bastiana

SS 0 (Shakedown) Clocaenog 3.63 08.00 Neil Cross

Ceremonial Start Colwyn Bay 18:30 Simon Cotton

Friday 28 October 2016

Start Deeside 05:30 Tim Harding

SS 1 / 5 Myherin 31.82 08:20 / 13:54 Dyfan Davies

SS 2 / 6 Sweet Lamb 4.24 09:11 / 14:45 Dave Brodie

SS 3 / 7 Hafren 35.14 09:24 / 14:58 Mike Kennett

SS 4 / 8 Dyfnant 17.91 11:15 / 16:49 Gary Mitchell

Regroup Newtown 12.36

Tyre Fitting Zone Newtown 12.55 Chris Tomley

Flexi Service A Deeside 19:45 Tim Harding

Saturday 29 October 2016

Service B Deeside 05:45 Tim Harding

SS 9 / 12 Pantperthog 10.55 08:18 / 11:04 Scott Fitzpatrick

SS 10 / 13 Dyfi 21.12 08:51 / 11:37 Mario Mangano

SS 11 / 14 Gartheiniog 11.34 09:27 / 12:13 Steve Henstock

Regroup Corris 10:23

SS 15 Aberhirnant 13.91 13:18 Gwyn Jones

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9. Safety Cars

9.1 PurposeTo ensure the correct layout, readiness and safety of Special Stages, Controls and other locations before the arrival of the first competing car, and to assist Officials at each location as required.In accordance with the FIA Sporting Regulations, Safety Cars are also responsible for supporting marshals in the Special Stages with any queries. To run on the same route as competing cars carrying and using time cards in order to ensure full familiarity by all control officials with the operation of timing and time cards. All Safety Cars will report via ‘A’ system radio as they start and finish each stage. Stage radio teams will report this via ‘C’ system radio. The stage radio team will report via ‘A’ & ‘C’ systems the start and finish of all Official vehicles. Whilst the FIA Safety Delegate’s Vehicle is not a Safety Car, it does contain Senior Officials of the Rally who can and will stop to assist marshals where spectator problems exist.

9.2 Function Timing Delivery Car

The timing equipment will be delivered to all Special Stages and Remote TCs on the event by a delivery car according to the schedule in Section 8.3.An SIT technician car will follow after the equipment delivery to commission the equipment.

Timing CarA Timing Car will visit each control or timing point to ensure all equipment is working correctly, once they are confident that the equipment is satisfactory, they will travel through the stages undertaking, if time allows, a further Spectator Safety and Information role.

Spectator Safety CarTo check all aspects of the layout of a stage, presence of officials at their posts and the safety of spectators. Must be accompanied by the Stage Safety Officer for first run whilst carrying out this check and will leave the Stage Start approximately 1 hour 15 minutes ahead of the first competitor. Additionally they will check that spectator viewing areas are correctly set up in accordance with the Event Safety Plan. This vehicle will ensure the provisions of the Event Safety Plan and Spectator Safety Plan have been implemented through the setting up process and the marshalling practice.

Safety Car ‘000’To provide a full check of all spectator movement and locations prior to the FIA Safety Delegate travelling through the stage. They will ensure that the spectators are in either designated spectator areas or areas which are acceptable according to the FIA Rally Safety Guidelines and the MSA Stage Rally Safety Requirements. They will provide guidance to the marshals and sector officials as needed. Additionally, they will provide support to all timing points as required.

Safety Car ‘00’To provide a further check of spectator safety. Will leave the Stage Start approximately 20 minutes ahead of the first competitor. This vehicle will also ensure that the spectators continue to be located in areas of least risk and that they are not in prohibited areas and that the marshalling practices continue to implement the Spectator Safety Plan. The crew of this Safety Car will provide the Clerk of the Course with their opinion on


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whether the stage can be run safely. This information will supplement the view of the FIA Safety Delegate before stages are approved to run.

Safety Car ‘0’Final operational check and semi competitive vehicle to prepare spectators for the event which follows. Will start the stage around 10 - 15 minutes ahead of the first competitor.

The FIA Safety Delegate & Event Safety Co-ordinatorWill run between ‘000’ and ‘00’ and will be checking the stage for all aspects of safety. The FIA Safety Delegate, in consultation with the Event Safety Co-ordinator, will give the formal approval for the stage to run.

Sweeper CarsWill work under direction of Rally Control in assisting prompt closing of controls.Will collect all Signing On Cards, Control Record Cards and Reports. After the final running of the stage they will also collect the Incident Management Packs and First Aid Kits. They will traverse the full route of each Stage. Short cutting is not permitted. The vehicle will have ‘A’ System radios and a mobile phone. (There will be 2 Sweeper Cars doing alternate stages and they may be assisted by a Sweeper Admin Car to return cards/paperwork to Rally HQ).The Vehicle Timing & Tracking Equipment will be collected by the Equipment Delivery Vehicle.

9.3 The National Rally The National Rally will run between the International event on Friday and behind the International event on Saturday (at Cholmondeley Castle the National event will run first) and Sunday. There will be an MSA Safety Delegate, a National 00 and 0 car as well as a National Sweeper Car. The schedules for these vehicles are in Section 8.3. All safety aspects MUST be in place to ensure that the crews of these vehicles are able to confirm that the stage is acceptable to run.See convoy diagram earlier in this manual for details.

10. Stage Set-upSet up the Time Control, Start, Flying Finish and Stop Control layouts as per the diagrams shown in the Timing Section. An arrow should be placed at the public road to indicate the stage entrance for competitors; this entrance should be taped and marshalled until FCD if necessary. Additional arrows should be used to indicate the route back to the public road. The stage team is to check that these arrows remain in place whilst the stage is live. The Special Stage Start is Post number 1. The Flying Finish and Stop line are the last two post numbers.

10.1 Junctions Place a single advance arrow at 100 metres before the junction together with the

relevant post number and two arrows as gate arrows, i.e. as per MSA Blue Book.

10.2 Hazard signs Place 100 metres before a hazard on the post number stake as per Stage Set Up Instructions.

10.3 No Entry boards These should be used along with box junctions / brushwood to clearly indicate roads that are not part of the stage route. Box junctions are prohibited areas which should be appropriately taped and signed. No Entry boards should be placed facing the competitor and, if appropriate, a No Entry to Spectators board can be placed at the spectator end


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of the box junction.

10.4 Route designation tape Red and white tape should only be used to define the route for competitors and for areas which are prohibited to spectators and only where indicated in the Stage Setup diagrams. Black and yellow tape is for marking out Spectator Areas only.

10.5 Radio point Signs A Yellow Radio Point Sign should be erected 100 metres prior to the radio location with a Blue Radio Point Sign being erected on the actual junction. The flash to point down.

10.6 Rescue point Signs A Yellow Rescue Point Sign should be erected 100 metres prior to the Rescue location with a Blue Rescue Point Sign being erected on the actual junction. These should not be on the same stake as the arrows or radio boards.

10.7 Warning Notices Warning Notices giving the public advice should be displayed at ALL spectator or vehicular accesses leading to the special stage. Signs should be positioned so that spectators pass at least 3 between an official entrance and a designated viewing point; one of these three signs should ideally be the MSA Spectator Safety Code.

10.8 Spectator Areas These will be designated in the Spectator Safety Plan for the stage and must be set up exactly as described in the plan. Yellow and black tape and yellow and black, or green, mesh will be used to define spectator areas. Red and white tape is a no go area for marshals as well as spectators.

10.9 Stage Setup InstructionsThese instructions have been significantly enhanced this year and should be followed for all stage setup purposes.

11. Running Special Stages

11.1 Overview11.1.1 Management

The Stage Commander are responsible for the preparation, set-up and running of a Special Stage. They will be assisted by the Deputy Stage Commander, Stage Safety Officer and any necessary Mid-point Incident Officer(s). These personnel will have full knowledge of the stage safety plans, the arrangements made for spectator safety and the overall event safety policy.

11.1.2 Key Personnel • Stage Commander, Deputy Stage Commander • Stage Safety Officer (and Stage Incident Officers if stage over 15 kilometres) • 4 Senior Control Officers (1 for TC, 1 for Start, 1 for FF & 1 for Stop) • Timekeepers for TC, Start, FF & Stop • Sector Officials / Marshals in Charge


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11.1.3 Pre-Event Planning Plan for the requirements of: • Competitors • Spectator Access & Safety • Media • Marshals • Civil Emergency Services at Spectator locations - Venue specific safety measures

11.1.4 StaffingStaffing requirements will be decided in consultation with your Stage Team, the Regional Organiser and the Event Safety Co-ordinator. Split the stage route into manageable sectors and decide on the number of Sector Officials. Sectors may cover a number of marshalling locations. There should be a Marshal in Charge appointed for every post and / or spectator location. Particular attention should be given to the staffing requirements of key spectator locations designated on each stage. Stage Commanders should determine the number and type of marshalling roles required on their stage. This information should underpin the recruitment process with suitably qualified and experienced marshals recruited for each role. These could include Timing Marshals, Spectator Marshals, Media Marshals and Route Marshals. Stage Commanders will use the data management system (RST) to register and allocate marshals to post. Once you have determined your staffing requirements, these should be communicated to your Staffing Officer in order that anticipated numbers are made available to RST. This information will be uploaded to enable you to allocate your marshals once they have been registered and approved.

11.1.5 Information The Stage Commander should undertake a briefing to all their Sector Officials prior to the event in order that they have chance to understand and ask questions about their location and the safety plans relating to it. This briefing can take many forms such as: a face to face meeting, telephone call - individual or group or a webinar. Wales Rally GB have software available for you to use for a webinar should you wish. Please email [email protected] if you wish to take advantage of this option. A record of who has been briefed and when is required and will be asked for by your Stage Commander Coordinator (either Jon Binns or Ian Jarrett) prior to the event. For all published and anticipated spectator locations the Spectator Safety Plans and all stage setup diagrams will include detailed layout plans indicating how the area is to be set up. It is imperative that all the requirements set out in the plans are actually implemented by the Stage Team in the setting up process and then maintained by the relevant marshals during the Rally.The Marshals in Charge of any spectator location must be supplied with a copy of the relevant extract from the Spectator Safety Plan.

11.2 On Event Stage Roles & Responsibilities Stage Commander

The Stage Commander is in overall charge of all aspects to do with the running of the Special Stage; they will be located at the Stage Start and will liaise with Rally Control to manage the Stage as part of the overall event management. They must be familiar with all aspects of the Event Safety Plan (including Spectator Safety Plans) and the Incident Management Plan. They should ensure that their ‘A’ System radio is manned at all times.

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all the relevant briefing material or instructions to all stage personnel. During the event the Deputy Stage Commander should ensure that:• The marshals operating on the stage have been deployed appropriately; • He/she is available to liaise with the Safety Cars and other Senior Officials who visit

the stage if the Stage Commander is not immediately available.When the Rally is underway the Deputy Stage Commander should remain at the Stage Start in constant communication with the Stage Commander and Rally Control.In the event of an incident the Deputy Stage Commander will accompany the Event Safety Services to the scene of the incident in the role of Stage Incident Officer (if prior to any midpoint safety location), where they will oversee the co-ordination of the response to the incident. They will act as the eyes and ears of Rally Control and the Stage Commander. They should ensure that their ‘A’ System radio is manned at all times.

The Stage Safety Officer Prior to the Rally the Stage Safety Officer should ensure that they are aware of all aspects relating to the event, in particular, the contents of the Event Safety Plan including the Spectator Safety Plans. The Stage Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring that the stage has been set up in accordance with the Event Safety Plan, including the Spectator Safety Plans as well as the Incident Management Plan. The Stage Safety Officer should, if possible, brief all Sector Officials and Marshals in Charge who have been assigned to the designated spectator locations. During the event the Stage Safety Officer should ensure that: • The marshals operating on the stage have been deployed appropriately. • All the Safety Services designated for the stage in the Safety Plan are correctly

located and ready for use if needed. • He/she accompanies the Spectator Safety Car through the stage to confirm that it

has been set up in accordance with the Event Safety Plan incorporating Spectator Safety Plans. In particular, on this pass through the stage, the Stage Safety Officer should keep a detailed written log of spectator activity for future event planning (and make this information available to the Regional Organiser).

• After reaching the stage stop the Stage Safety Officer should remain at the stop and liaise with all the Safety Cars to confirm conditions in the stage and the level of spectator activity.

• The Stage Safety Officer should keep in constant communication with the Stage Commander and Rally Control.

• When the Rally is underway the Stage Safety Officer should undertake a watching brief, assisting the Stage Commander as necessary. It will be a key element of his/her role to ensure that spectators are kept away from the Flying Finish and Stop locations and that the media who need to operate in this area are in acceptable locations.

• They should ensure that their ‘A’ System radio is manned at all times.

The Stage Incident Officers During the event the Stage Incident Officer (based at intermediate safety points) should ensure:• All the Safety Services designated for the Intermediate location are correctly

located and ready for use if needed. • In the event of an incident after the Intermediate point the Stage Incident Officer

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eyes and ears of Rally Control and the Stage Commander. • They will complete all paperwork contained in the Incident Management Pack and

take photographs of the incident and scene. These reports and pictures are to be returned to Rally Control with the Sweeper Car or within 12 hours of the incident occurring.

• They should ensure that their ‘A’ System radio is manned at all times.

Sector Officials / Marshals in Charge The purpose of the sector official is to control all aspects of the Sector / Post / Spectator location under their charge. The size and nature of the Sector will have been established by the Stage Commander and will depend on the type of stage, the junction density and so on. A Sector Official may cover a large area, however a Marshal in Charge or a Senior Marshal must be appointed for every post and/or spectator location. On very large spectator locations it may be necessary to appoint a number of Marshals in Charge to look after various portions of the crowd. They are in charge of all Marshals assigned to their Sector or Area, including briefing and deploying. They are the Senior Official at the scene of all incidents until the arrival of the Deputy Stage Commander or intermediate Incident Officer. In respect of any incidents/accidents which require outside assistance, advise the Stage Incident Officer on the degree of seriousness and type of outside assistance (personnel / vehicles) required. Temporarily take charge of scene until a more Senior Official arrives. A key task is to take action to ensure the safety of both spectators and marshals within the locality, whilst ensuring their own personal safety. In the event of any incident the Marshal in Charge will ensure that a marshal is deployed down the stage to warn marshals and spectators of the approach of a competing car by whistle. The Marshal in Charge should ensure that not all marshals leave their post to deal with the incident and sufficient marshals should remain on post to ensure that the spectators remain in the viewing areas. The risk of further accidents is greatly increased if spectators are allowed to move freely onto the road.It is important to ensure that all marshals stand in safe locations and not in prohibited areas or box junctions.Marshals should lead by example as set out in the Code of Conduct and the Marshal in Charge should ensure that all the elements of that Code are implemented in the area under their charge. The Post of Sector Official or Marshal in Charge should be regarded as a senior appointment and only suitably experienced personnel should be given the role by Stage Commanders. Those appointed to look after spectator locations should have experience of dealing with spectators and must be fully briefed by Stage Commanders or the Stage Safety Officer on the spectator management measures being put into effect in his/her area. Sector Officials and Marshals in Charge must be given a copy of the relevant Spectator Safety Plan extract and must acquaint themselves with the resources available for their assistance; for example the Safety Cars. The Sector Official / Marshal in Charge should be aware of the schedule, functions and responsibilities of the Safety Cars, their communication capabilities and ways in which their cars can help them deal with problems (e.g. persuading spectators where to stand).In the event of an incident, the Sector Official will need to complete the incident report form at the back of this manual and email it to [email protected] as soon as a signal is available. This report should also be handed to the Sweeper Car as they pass the location so it is important to advise the stage Commander that you have a report to collect.

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set out in the relevant sections of this manual.• To provide support and guidance to those operating the controls. • To be prepared to discuss issues with the Stage Commander as required.

11.3 Reconnaissance11.3.1 Competitor Reconnaissance

Competitor Reconnaissance is a viewing of the route prior to the actual event taking place; it is not a competitive activity. The vehicles used are not competition vehicles and the manner of driving could be compared to normal use on the public highway. A separate Reconnaissance Safety Plan will be provided once entries are closed (mid-October).Reconnaissance will follow the schedule shown in 11.3.2. You should need only minimal manpower to cover both access and exit points as well as specified points shown in the Reconnaissance Safety Plan (your Stage Commander has a copy). The Special Stage Start, Flying Finish and Stop Line should be clearly and accurately marked with an appropriate control board. All chicanes, jumps and any artificial means of guiding the cars (for reducing speeds, to stop cutting or for spectator safety) must be set out EXACTLY as on the day of the event and with all the same materials. Radio Boards (Blue) must be erected at the location of the road book radio points to allow the competitors to note these locations in their pace notes. In order to indicate the prescribed route through the stage it should be arrowed with one direction arrow at the advance location for each junction (with the relevant post number shown). No Entry boards can be used to assist route definition. You will be required to post Reconnaissance Warning Notices at any Visitor Car Parks, Footpaths and Public Entrances to the stage advising that the area is closed to other activities. All main access roads must be blocked. (Further information is available in the Risk Assessment section of the Incident Management Plan as well as the Reconnaissance Safety Plan). Each reconnaissance vehicle will have an identification plate and the crew will carry a card indicating their eligibility to take part. This card must be signed each time the crew starts a stage. Competitors are only allowed two runs through each stage. Please keep a record of each car through your stage. This record should be returned to the Reconnaissance Manager, Jason MurphyIn addition to the competitors’ reconnaissance there is an Engineers’ Recce which follows the schedule at 11.3.3. Only WRC and tyre manufacturers can take part meaning a maximum of 5 vehicles will be involved and they travel through the stages in a convoy with officials cars at the front and rear.


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11.3.2 Reconnaissance Schedule - Version 2.0

DAYINSURE WALES RALLY GB 2016

RECONNAISSANCE SCHEDULE ‐ Version 2.0

08/09/2016

Tuesday 25th October

Opens Closes Stage Kilometres

Priority 1

Priority 2 & 3

All Drivers SS To Next

SS Total

08:00 08:30 09:10 SS 1/5 Myherin 31.82 6.68

08:40 09:10 09:50 SS 2/6 Sweet Lamb 4.24 2.80

08:50 09:20 10:00 SS 3/7 Hafren 35.14 28.40

12:30 SS 1/5 Myherin 31.82 6.68

13:10 SS 2/6 Sweet Lamb 4.24 2.80

13:20 SS 3/7 Hafren 35.14 28.37

11:55 12:30 13:10 SS 9/12 Pantperthog 10.55 4.73

16:30 SS 9/12 Pantperthog 10.55 8.12

12:30 13:05 13:45 SS 10/13 Dyfi 21.12 4.17

13:00 13:40 14:20 SS 11/14 Gartheiniog 11.34 28.59

17:00 SS 10/13 Dyfi 21.12 4.17

17:30 SS 11/14 Gartheiniog 11.34

228.42 125.51 353.93

Wednesday 26th October

08:00 08:30 09:10 SS 17/20 Clocaenog 7.70 5.15

11:10 SS 17/20 Clocaenog 7.70 2.08

08:25 08:55 09:35 Shakedown 3.32 2.08

11:35 Shakedown 3.32 17.79

09:00 09:30 10:10 SS 18/22 Brenig 7.93 3.16

09:15 09:45 10:25 SS 19/21 Alwen 10.41 7.74

12:30 SS 18/22 Brenig 7.93 3.16

12:45 SS 19/21 Alwen 10.41 36.16

10:35 11:10 11:50 SS 15 Aberhirnant 13.91 6.47

13:50 SS 15 Aberhirnant 13.91 49.95

12:10 12:50 13:30 SS 4/8 Dyfnant 17.91 32.96

15:40 SS 4/8 Dyfnant 17.91 94.74

15:00 15:30 16:10 SS 16 Cholmondeley Castle 1.80 1.10

18:10 SS 16 Cholmondeley Castle 1.80

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11.3.3 Team Engineers’ Reconnaissance Schedule

Tuesday 25th October Approximate entry time

Clocaenog 08:00Brenig 08:35Alwen 09:00Aberhirnant 10:00Pantperthog 11:25Dyfi 12:00Gartheiniog 12:40Dyfnant 13:45Myherin 15:20Sweet Lamb 16:20Hafren 16:30

Contact Phil Jones (Safety Car Co-ordinator) 07825 177487 for further information.

11.4 Shakedown The Shakedown Stage should operate as a normal Special Stage and be run in accordance with the information contained in this manual. The FIA Safety Delegate and/or the Event Safety Co-ordinator will wish to visit this Stage and may travel through at any time according to the Safety Car Schedule (8.3).

11.5 Closing your Stage This will be done through consultation between Rally Control, Sweeper Car and the Stage Commander. Final confirmation of closure will be by Rally Control. To speed up the stage closing procedure please have the following ready for the Sweeper Car: • All Control Record Cards,• Total number of competitors who entered the stage• Total number of competitors who completed the stage• Number of competitors remaining in the stage and their locations• Any signed Damage Declarations / Time Cards from competitors who have retired• Any report forms relating to incidents on the stage. If you have an incident report

to hand in, make sure the Stage Commander is advised so that the Sweeper Car can stop at your location to collect it.

Please also hand back the Incident Management Packs, First Aid Kits and all Signing On Sheets/Cards from the Stage Start. The stage is only closed when the Sweeper Car reaches the Stop Line. After the final running of your stage the Sweeper Car will be followed through the stage by the MIV and the Fire/Rescue Ambulance to allow medical cover to be provided to the stage unhindered by marshals standing down. Timing equipment will be collected by the Timing Equipment Car which will also follow the Sweeper Car. Please make sure that marshals do not leave their posts/locations until all the vehicles have passed them.


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12. Non-Stage Locations – Regroups, Service Areas & Parc Fermé

12.1 Regroup A Regroup allows the Rally to regain its published time schedule and allows the gaps between cars to be closed up. They can also be utilised to allow the field to be re-ordered. The default time for the first car to be allocated at the Out Control is that shown on the time schedule, however the Senior Official should maintain contact with Rally HQ on the day of the event to receive confirmation of the actual time to be allocated.

In Control The competitor checks in to the In Control and their arrival time is entered on the last part of the Time Card. This card is retained at the In Control. The competitor is then issued with a new Time Card and their due time at the Out Control will be entered in the due time box by the marshal. The crew then proceed into the Parc Fermé area. The cars are parked and the crews may remain in the vehicles. (Where the re-group is more than 15 minutes the crews are required to leave the re-group Parc Femé area). Subsequent cars are then issued with due times at the Out Control at 2 minute or 1 minute intervals as required from the time of the first car. The control record is used to calculate these times. When issuing the due out time, ensure that competitors are given sufficient time to traverse the distance between the In and Out Controls. An interview area for the Media should be located prior to the Yellow Board and be barriered off. Access to this area is limited to Media pass holders and certain other pass holders.

Out Control The competitor presents his time card to the timing marshal who enters the time and immediately returns the time card.

Layout A Regroup consists of 2 Time Controls located at the entry and exit points to a Parc Fermé area. Barriers for the Parc Fermé will have already been delivered and erected. The Control boards consist of a yellow clock board followed by a red clock board at the In Control; the next board is a red clock board at the Out Control followed by a beige end of control zone board.

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Problem Solution

Crew will not accept time SCO to deal with and report to Rally Control.*

Car enters control twice Give time for first entry and a written report to Rally Control.*

Vehicle cannot move under its own power

Report to Rally Control.*

Which crews have a two minute gap?

Windscreen sticker identifies these as does the Section start list. Note there may also be a gap before and after the WRC 2 & 3 competitors. Rally Control will notify you of this.

Crew insist on impossible time Give time on clock and make full report to Rally Control.*

One crew member not present Do not give time until both are present.


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Two crews arrive on same minute Give both the same In Control time, but separate Out Control times. If necessary seek clarification from Rally Control.

Crew wish to repair or refuel car Not generally permitted, the only exceptions relate to repairs required by Scrutineers on the grounds of safety or the change of windows using outside assistance. In both instances the work must be supervised by a marshal, must be timed exactly and a full report must be made immediately to the Clerk of the Course.

* NB REFERS TO REPORT FORM ON REVERSE OF CONTROL RECORD CARD.

12.2 Service Park - DeesideA dedicated location where servicing can be carried out on competitors’ cars by the Service Crews. All service areas are timed.

Layout The Service Park will have time controls at the entrance and exit. Note the reduced control distances.Field Medical Facilities will be established.A Media Zone will be created prior to the Yellow TC IN board and this will need to be marshalled to ensure that only the Media and team personnel with the correct pass have access. A barriered queuing zone before the In Control of approximately 30m in length should also be set up. A site specific plan has been created with contributions from both the Service Park Manager, the Service Park Safety Co-ordinator and the Service Park Sporting Co-ordinator.

Speed limit Under the Regulations there is a speed limit in service parks of 30kph (20mph approximately). The speed limit is reduced to 5kph in the Refuelling Zones. Any competitor driving in excess of these speeds should be the subject of a written report to the Clerk of the Course.

Refuelling The refuelling of any rally car is not permitted inside the Service Park, except in the following instance: When necessary, as part of service (i.e. when changing a fuel pump or tank), emptying and refilling is permitted provided that: 1. The work is carried out under the supervision of a marshal. 2. No other work is carried out on the car during the emptying and/or refilling. 3. A suitable safety perimeter is established around the car. 4. Two fire marshals or team personnel are present with extinguishers suitable for use

on flammable liquids. 5. Only sufficient fuel is added to reach the next Refuelling Zone. A Refuelling Zone

will be set up at the exit from the Service Park, after the Out Control. It is required that this area be surrounded by a double row of crowd control barrier with a gap of at least one metre between each line of barrier.

All Priority drivers must use FIA fuel and the refuelling service located in the Refuelling Zone. Most other competitors will use this service. NB: Non-Priority drivers are allowed to refuel at commercial filling stations where these are marked in the Road Book.


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A Refuel Zone will be available on each day. The only personnel permitted in the Refuelling Zone are: • The crew of the competing car who may remain in the car but with their seat belts

undone. • Operators of the refuelling rig or team refuellers (2 per car). • Safety personnel and two marshals controlling the entrance and exit. • To assist with the refuelling procedure of their car, two team members of each crew

are permitted in the Zone. If the car refuses to start after refuelling it must be pushed clear of the Refuelling Zone, with the assistance of the marshals if necessary; also, up to 2 team members may be used to help push the car. The start of the Refuelling Zone will be indicated by the appropriate blue sign, with the end of the Zone indicated by a blue crossed-through sign. Radios or mobile phones must not be used or located within 100 metres of a Refuelling Zone.

Tyre Marking There will be Tyre Marking and Tyre Checking Zones indicated by the appropriate signs located at the beginning and end of each area. Scrutineers will operate within this area to carry out tyre marking or checking as necessary.

Flexi-Service The opportunity for teams to use the Flexi-Service arrangements will only be applicable at the 45 minute service at the end of Friday and Saturday at Deeside. Flexi-Service is intended to provide an opportunity for a two-car team to service its cars at different times by the second car waiting effectively in limbo in the Parc Fermé until the first car in the team has been serviced and returned to the Parc Fermé. Detailed information on how it operates is set out in the WRC Sporting Regulations. Due to its complexity a specific briefing will be given to the relevant marshals operating the appropriate Service Time Controls.

Tyre Fitting Service (Newtown) 1. At a Tyre Fitting Zone (TFZ) the crew may work on their car assisted by one team

member. They may carry out repairs using tools and parts carried on board their car. They can also fit new wheels and tyres, again only using tools carried on board their car.

2. A TFZ will have time controls at the entry and exit with 10 minutes allowed between them. There must be a tyre marking zone at the exit.

12.3 Overnight Parc Fermé In Control

Operates as a Time Control, collects time cards from competitors and issues end of day results to competitors.

Out Control Operates as a Time Control, issues new time cards to competitors and other paperwork as required. Will be supplied with a list of re-start times.

Parc Fermé A totally secure area after the In Control. This should be manned by marshals (no more than 6 in normal circumstances), who will arrange parking/departure of competitors. Access to Parc Fermé is restricted to: • Competitors – On arrival and parking their car, competitors must immediately leave

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minutes before their due departure time. • Senior Officials only if carrying out a specific function.• Officials - only those running the Parc Fermé are permitted. • Scrutineers - if involved in the technical inspection of specific vehicles. • TV personnel, with specific permission of the Clerk of the Course, to change tapes

from in car cameras. • Only Senior Officials/Officials/Scrutineers who have a silver Parc Fermé sticker on

their ID badge may gain access to Parc Fermé.

Working on Cars This is not permitted except in the following circumstances: 1. If a vehicle is considered not to be safe to continue by the Scrutineers, the FIA

Technical Delegate may give permission for work to be carried out. 2. With the approval of the Clerk of the Course a crew may change windows using

outside help (if required) under the supervision of an authorised marshal. Please note that car covers may not be used within the Parc Fermé.

Scrutineers and Competitor Relations Officers Both will attend all Parc Fermé points. A Technical Zone is set aside for the Scrutineers at the entrance to Parc Fermé to enable them to carry out any checking of competing cars. The Competitor Relations Officers (CROs) will require an area at the drivers’ entry and exit of Parc Fermé.

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

Time Control Procedure See Section 13.

Vehicle unable to move under its own power at Parc Fermé entrance or exit

Refer to Art 42.3 of WRC Sporting Regulations and contact Rally Control. Only the officials on duty and/or the crew can push a car to the exit of Parc Fermé.

Crew wish to repair or refuel car Not generally permitted. The only exceptions relate to repairs required by scrutineers on the grounds of safety; or the change of windows using outside assistance. In both instances the work must be supervised by a marshal, must be timed exactly and a full report must be made immediately to the Clerk of the Course.

13. Timing

13.1 Understanding the Relevance of Timing Points on International RalliesTiming on an International Event runs from a TC or the Special Stage Start through to the next TC, either the TC before the next stage start or the Service area. These are classified as either Road Section Starts or Ends. It should be noted that Stage Finishes (the stop line) serve only to record time over the special stage and do not form part of the route timing procedure. Furthermore, when following an alternative route (or running through a stage non-competitively) competitors need not visit or stop at a stage stop control.


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13.2 Running Order Priority 1 & 2 drivers which include the WRC Manufacturer Teams will run first, followed by Priority 3 drivers then the Non-Priority drivers. The P1 & P2 drivers on the start list and on the re-start lists will have an interval between their start times of at least 2 minutes. All other cars will start with an interval of at least 1 minute. The P1 & P2 drivers will start on Friday and Saturday in championship classification order; on Sunday they will start in reverse event classification order.The P3 drivers will start on Friday in championship classification order; on Saturday and Sunday they will run in event classification order.The cars eligible to start at 2 minute intervals will be identified by a coloured 2 minute sticker and shown on the start / re-start times. NB: The Stewards may grant 2 minute start intervals to other cars on the grounds of safety. These cars may also be identified by a 2 minute sticker and be shown on the start / restart times. Bingo Sheets showing start lists for each day and indicating those with a two minute interval will be distributed by the Safety Cars on the first run of each stage. Please remember to ask for them.

13.3 Re-Start After Retirement (Rally 2)Any crew which retires may restart the Rally from the start of the first section the following day.

13.4 Control Operation Specific instructions are included within the packs for each Control location indicating what boxes are required to be filled in on the time card. Sweeper Cars will collect all relevant paperwork from you as they pass through your control. The Sweeper Cars will also collect all Signing On Cards, Control Record Cards and Reports. An additional timing procedures manual will be available for all those operating a time control.

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution

Crew do not follow control procedure

Give times but provide a written report for Rally Control.*

Car enters control twice Give time for first entry and provide a written report to Rally Control.*

Car has puncture NO extra time can be granted, the car must start the stage in the correct order.

Vehicle cannot move under its own power

Report to Rally Control.*

Which crews have a two minute gap?

Windscreen sticker identifies these as does the section start list.

The stage is interrupted Continue to nominate provisional start times. As soon as stage restarts adjust subsequent provisional start times to allow for delay.

Crew insist on impossible time Give time on clock and make full report to Rally Control.*

One crew member not present Do not give time until two present.


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Problem Solution

Crew will not accept time SCO to deal with and report to Rally Control.*

Two crews arrive on same minute Give both the same arrival time, but separate provisional start times, see Art. 33.3.2 of WRC Sporting Regulations for full instructions. If necessary seek clarification from Rally Control via the ‘A’ System Radio at the Stage Start.

Crew wish to repair or refuel car Not permitted; nominate provisional start time and make report on Control Record Card.

* NB: REFERS TO REPORT FORM ON REVERSE OF CONTROL RECORD CARD.

13.5 Time Controls Preceding Special Stages Crews may enter the control area by passing the yellow board during their target check-in minute, or the minute preceding it.

The entry of the time on the time card can only be carried out if the 2 crew members and the car are in the control zone. The check in time is the exact moment a crew member hands the time card to the Card Handler. Ref: WRC Sporting Regulations Article 33.2.4.This time is recorded in the TC box below the Target Time on the time card. This same time is recorded on the Control Record Card along with the car number. The provisional start time for the special stage is entered in the PROVISIONAL START box on the time card. The provisional start time is calculated by adding 3 minutes to the arrival time. If two competitors book into the Time Control on the same minute, their actual starting order for the stage is not determined by their booking in order at the Time Control. In these circumstances you must look back at their relative running order at the previous Time Control (i.e. Service Out, Regroup Out or TC preceding the last stage as appropriate). In the very unlikely event that they both booked into that previous TC on the same minute you must then look back at the next previous TC and so on until you can ascertain which crew was running ahead of the other. Further advice on this matter can be obtained from Rally Control if necessary. When you have completed the time card, immediately hand it back to the competitor, who then moves up to the start line.

‘Yellow Board’ ‘Red Board’ ‘End of Control’

Pedestrian Route

TIME CONTROL LAYOUT

Site of ClockCovered

Working Area

Minimum 20m Exactly 25m* Exactly 25m* Minimum 20m

* at Service Areas only these distances are 5m.Public to be excluded from taped control area.

Clocks can be on either side of the road.

Rally Direction

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13.6 Action to be Taken in the Event that a Stage is Cancelled & an Alternative Route Implemented Rally Control will confirm that the alternative route is to be implemented. Advice on the information to be given to competitors, any changes to target timing and the way the route is to be defined, will be agreed with Rally Control before implementation.

Procedure for an alternative Route (using pre-published route contained on the pink pages at the rear of the Road Book):

Stage TC:Book in competitors following normal control procedures, complete the time card as normal. Then fill in the departure time from the Time Control on time card. Release competitors at two minute or one minute intervals depending upon their seeding status for that day.

Stage Stop Control: Record passing of cars through the location by observing their competition number. This is to ensure cars have passed through the alternative route and left the location. Competitors do not need to stop and do not require a time.

Procedure for an Alternative Route (where TC is relocated and cars do not enter stage):Relocate TC to new location with enough people to deal with the TC procedures. Take the timing clocks from the TC to use for timekeeping. Set up the TC at the location specified in the alternative route section of the Road Book. Carry out normal TC recording procedures for time at the TC and nominated Stage start time. Any competitors waiting or queuing between the new TC location and the actual stage start should be sent (in nominated start order) to the new TC location. These competitors must be dealt with before cars queuing at the new TC location are released. All paperwork must be returned to Rally HQ with the Sweeper Car as normal. Please be aware of the following points when discussing the alternative route with Rally Control: • Which alternative route is to be used; one published in the road book or one

implemented to fit the circumstance? • Where will it take the competitors; the next timing point in the road book or some

other route to another specified timing point?

Information to competitors: • Where are you sending them? • What is the route and how will it be marked? • How much time are they allowed?

Information to your Timing Crews: • Timing procedure – how do you handle this? • What time card boxes to fill in and when?

13.7 Special Stage Starts The first car cannot start the stage without the specific approval of Rally Control. Before giving this approval the Clerk of the Course will consult with the FIA Safety Delegate, the Event Safety Co-ordinator and relevant Safety Cars. This is to ensure that all safety measures are in place. The first car may be allowed to start before all Safety Cars are clear of the Special Stage. As the competitor arrives from the Stage Time Control the time card is taken to the timing marshal’s area. The ACTUAL stage start time is added to the time card. The competitor must arrive at the stage start line prepared to start the stage with helmets


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on and seat belts fastened. The front of the car will be aligned between the start control boards. The time card displaying the stage start time will be immediately returned to the competitor. The actual start time will be recorded on the control record card together with the Competitor’s number. The competitor will follow the automatic start sequence to start the stage. The Primary Timing Equipment will be used, which incorporates Automated Car Number Recognition (Internationals only), Start Lights and a Jump Start Beam. As the car passes through the start gate, the manual trigger must be used to record the start time. A Start Flag will only be used as a starting signal if the back-up Timing System is used. A full procedure manual is available for stage timing.

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Problem Solution

Car presented at Start line with engine not running

Report on Control Record Card and report to Rally Control by telephone.*

Automatic Starting equipment fails Lights Fail

Revert to the manual start procedure with the Secondary Back Up System and flag. Each competitor will be advised verbally at 30, 15 and 10 seconds before the actual start time. At 10 seconds the start flag should be placed in front of (but not on) the screen on the driver’s side. The last five seconds should be counted down and the flag lifted at GO Report to Rally Control via ‘A’ System or phone.

Automatic Car Number Recognition fails

Enter the car numbers manually into the Tag Heuer

Jumped Start Record on Control Record Card* including the number of seconds gained as shown on the readout. Report to Rally Control by ‘A’ System Radio or phone.

‘Yellow Board’ ‘Red Board’ ‘End of Control’

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Working Area

Rally DirectionMinimum 20m Exactly 25m Minimum 50m Exactly 25m

The start clock and lights can be positioned on either side of the road to provide best visibility to competitors.Safety Services vehicles must be parked with immediate and unimpaired access to the stage.

Public to be excluded from taped control area.

Minimum 20m

‘Stage Start’

AutomaticStart Lights


Working Area

Control Area (Parc Fermé)

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Car fails to leave Start line under own power; car fails to leave start within 20 seconds of Go signal

Push-Start assistance not permitted but car must be pushed clear to allow next competitor to start. Record failure to start within 20 seconds on Control Record Card* and advise the Clerk of the Course immediately by ‘A’ System Radio.

Competitor refuses start Advise the Clerk of the Course immediately by telephone or by ‘A’ System Radio.

* NB REFERS TO REPORT FORM ON REVERSE OF CONTROL RECORD CARD.

13.8 Special Stage Flying Finish and Stop As the front of the car breaks the flying finish beam the Primary Timing System will activate, triggering a time and a vehicle number (Vehicle Number for International only). At the same time, the timing marshals must press the button to record the time on the Secondary Back -up manual TAG Heuer clock. The finish time will be that shown on the Primary System except in the case of its total failure. The finish time and car number will be communicated to the Stop Line team via a cable link or voice communication provided by the Timing Crew or Stage Team The car number and its finish time will be entered on the Flying Finish control record card. At the Stop Line the time card handler will take the time card from the competitor and deliver it to the time recording marshals (working undercover). These marshals will enter the time from the Primary Timing System, in the FINISH TIME box on the time card. The car number and finish time will also be recorded on the Stop Line control record card as well as the start time in case of need for back up results use (taken from the time card). The Primary Timing System will automatically pass the results information to Rally HQ. The time card will be returned to the competitor. The competitor’s stage time should be calculated and written on the display board in the control area. Voice communication is required between the Flying Finish and Stop Line, consequently, these two time controls may need to be on the same side of the road if a cabled system is being used.

‘Yellow Boards’ ‘Red Boards’ ‘End of Control’

SPECIAL STAGE FINISH LAYOUT

Minimum 20m Exactly 100m 100m - 300m Exactly 25m

The Stop Lines are locations where the media can be expected to attend.As long as they do not impede the operation of the control, they should be allowed to carry out their duties.

Public to be excluded from taped control area.

Minimum 20m

‘ Stage Stop’

TimingBeam

Rally Direction

Control Area (Parc Fermé)

Red & White tapeCovered

Working AreaSite of Clock

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Problem Solution

Primary Timing System Fails From this point on use the Secondary Back Up Timing System manually recorded times for all competitors (Do Not switch back to automatic timing). Continue with same control record card*; mark clearly when change occurred. Provide a full report for inclusion with control record cards when collected by the Sweeper Car. In case of a timing beam being taken out or moved, do not try to fix during a live stage and wait for an SIT Technician.

Automatic Car Number Recognition fails

Enter the car numbers manually in to the Tag Heuer

SIT Radios or Landline communication between flying finish and stop line fails.

Use hand held radios as back up.

All Flying finish / stop line communication fails completely

Flying finish continues to record times. Stop-line records competing car numbers in order of reaching the stop line. Records are matched up when stage is closed.

Competitor stopping between FF and Stop Line

Report to Rally Control via ‘A’ System Radio.

* NB REFERS TO REPORT FORM ON REVERSE OF CONTROL RECORD CARD. At the stop line please ensure the competitor’s front and rear number plates, and front door windows, are cleaned so that they are road legal.


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14. Media Safety & IdentificationThe Media accredited for Wales Rally GB play an important role in the promotion of the event. Every journalist and photographer must be permitted to perform their duties in the best possible conditions and ALL marshals are requested to do all they can to assist the Media in carrying out their role both safely and effectively.The Media are not exempt from having to respect general safety rules. This should not interfere with their ability to work effectively but if a choice has to be made between them working in areas as they wish and being exposed to an unacceptable level of risk, safety must always take precedence.As far as safety-related matters are concerned, the media will be divided into two groups: 1. Non-tabard Media - Journalists, Radio Reporters. They will have media passes issued

by the event organiser and can work in all areas that spectators may access plus media zones at the Regroups and Service Park.

2. Tabard Media – WRC Promoter, Host TV, Other TV and Photographers (and support crew, e.g. carrying equipment etc.) They will have Media passes, with a number and the name of the publication (together with the name of the bearer in certain cases), issued by the organisers or the FIA but not both. (Organisers’ media passes will not be issued to journalists, photographers or other representatives of the media who hold permanent FIA passes.)

Only media representatives wearing these tabards will be permitted in non-spectator areas. This does not include prohibited areas. When worn in conjunction with a permanent media pass this tabard allows the wearer access to the photo areas. When either of these passes is worn, in conjunction with an FIA permanent media jacket or an event photographer or television tabard, the wearer is permitted to:- Walk immediately in front of the spectator tape/marker boundary- Walk from one point of the stage to another and/or cross the stage during the


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intervals between the passage of the rally cars, in accordance with marshals’ safety instructions- Stand in dedicated photo zones, as depicted in the Media Safety Book- Exit the special stages between the running of repeated stages, in the direction of the rally route, but only when this is identified in the Media Safety Book as being permitted and only after the sweeper car has announced the opening of the roadNote: Areas where marshals and police are standing are deemed as safe locations; tabard media are permitted to stand with these safety officials.Any media person wearing a tabard must ensure it is clearly visible at all times and is not covered by any other garment. The tabard is allocated on a strictly personal basis and is non-transferable. Failure to comply with this will result in the immediate withdrawal of the tabard (this will be done by either the FIA Safety Delegate, the FIA Media Delegate or the National Press Officer).Media tabards are issued exclusively by the FIA. If, in the opinion of a Marshal, a member of the Media is in a place of danger then try to negotiate with them to move to a safer location. If they will not move it is recommended that the Marshal seeks the co-operation of any Safety Car to assist them further. Please note that the Spectator Safety plans for the Rally do indicate special TV and photographer locations outside of the normal Spectator areas which the media may wish to use. Media may not stand in prohibited areas (for example box junctions).If this instruction is again ignored, the official in charge will immediately submit a report to the Clerk of the Course and Stewards. This report should include the date, location, time and the number on the tabard. Please give this report to the Sweeper Car when they come through the stage. If possible advise the stage start that you have a report (without giving any details) so that the Sweeper Car will know to look for you when they reach your junction. A copy of this report must be sent to the FIA Media Delegate. All Marshals should try to avoid any confrontational situation with the Media.The Media should be given full co-operation at Stage Start and Finishes to carry out their duties provided that they are not interfering with the operational needs of the control.Media marshals will be appointed to all media locations to ensure that the important role of the media is facilitated whilst all aspects of the Media Safety Plan are respected.

DronesThe only drones that are permitted to fly in the area of the special stages or service park are those in use by WRC TV operators. All other drones are prohibited and should be removed until the event is over.


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15. Spectator Safety AdviceThe following are some general spectator safety advice points issued by the Event Safety Co-ordinator to Spectators on this year’s Rally, they obviously apply to us as marshals too. Please look after yourself: • Rally cars can do the unexpected so, for your own safety and that of others, please:• Respect the marshals and follow their instructions• Observe all signage and do not stand in prohibited areas or box junctions• Use the natural environment to protect yourself• Don’t walk on the rally stage• Stay standing and remain alert• Remember that alcohol and drugs can impair your responses and threaten your

safetyMore detailed Spectator Safety information is contained within the Spectator Safety Plan which will be supplied to senior stage personnel. Relevant extracts will be supplied to every Sector Official or Marshal in Charge of every post/location on the Rally.

16. List of Manuals and Documentation

Safety PlanThe Safety Plan contains all the significant Spectator locations identified on the event and provides individual diagrams for planning, preparing and managing these areas. Additionally, it includes information related to the allocation of medical and rescue cover on the event, contingency plans in the event of a stage stoppage or evacuation, vehicle tracking, air ambulance, radio call signs and Safety Car Schedules.

Incident Management Plan (IMP)The IMP provides detailed information on the roles & responsibilities of all marshals and officials on the event, the way the event is organised, the risk assessments and management actions, crowd management arrangements, medical cover, the communications systems and processes. Additionally, it includes Emergency Management Procedures, roles & responsibilities as well as the Major Incident Procedure. This is the document we all refer to if there is a problem or issue on the event.

Reconnaissance Safety PlanThis document provides the information necessary for the Reconnaissance Manager, Stage Commanders and other Senior Personnel to manage and control the venues used as well as providing the rules which the competitors must comply with. It provides Risk Assessments and Safety Maps for each of the stages used on the event. Additionally, it shows return routes and other restrictions on competitors’ movements during the recce.

Operations Manual (this document)This booklet is designed to provide Senior Stage Personnel with as many answers as possible to the likely questions that may be asked. It is also designed to provide checklists and diagrams for the set up teams to work to. This should be the key document that stage and venue personnel refer to in order to find the majority of answers to questions.

Marshals InstructionsThese are issued to all marshals to provide information related to their role on the event


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including any relevant safety information and advice. Information for this booklet is taken directly from the Operations Manual.

Media Safety BookThe Media Safety Book is issued to all accredited media on the event to provide them with guidance on suggested locations as well as providing safety advice.

Event Regulations and BulletinsThese contain all the regulatory and programme information relating to the Rally. Bulletins may also be issued which will supplement the Regulations. These can all be found on the event website (www.walesrallygb.com).

FIA WRC Sporting RegulationsThese contain the broad Regulations and protocol information applicable to every FIA World Rally Championship Round, available from the FIA website.

Rally Guide 1 & 2Contains useful background information on the Rally.These can be found on the event website (www.walesrallygb.com).

Venue Specific Safety PlansThese are created for specific Landowners in order that they have their own safety information relevant to their venue.

Event ProgrammePrimarily designed to provide general information about the event. Each marshal will be issued with a programme the first time they sign on.

Online DocumentsThe following are also available either on-line or via your senior marshal or official if relevant.• Service Park Guidelines• Timing Procedure Booklet• Yellow Flag Guidelines• Fire Fighting Guidelines


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17. Forms

17.1 Time Card ExampleCar Number

COMPETITORUSE

SAMPLE

SAMPLE

SAMPLEH M

H MTARGET TIME DUE TIME

H M

Previous Car

H M

PROVISIONAL STARTACTUAL START

FINISH TIME1/10H M S

H1/10M S

G

F

H M


H M

Previous Car

H M

PROVISIONAL STARTACTUAL START

FINISH TIME1/10H M S

H1/10M S

G

F

TIME TAKEN

TIME TAKEN

H M


H M H M

PROVISIONAL START

H M


ACTUAL START

00 30

SS 9 Pantperthog 110.55 km

SS 9

TC 10

TC 10

TC9

TC10

00 45

SS 10 Dyfi 121.12 km

SS 10

TC 11

TC 11

TC10

TC11

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TIME CARD 4

00 15

Re-Start / Service B In

TC 8G

TC 8H

TC 8H

TC8G

TC8H

TC8H

TC9

02 15

Service B Out

TC 9

TC 9

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17.2 Radio Operators Checksheet

SS No. ______ SS Name: ____________________ Post No. ____ Op. Call Sign ___________

CarNo.

CarNo.

CarNo.

CarNo.

CarNo.

CarNo.

CarNo.

CarNo.

1 11 21 31 41 51 61 71

2 12 22 32 42 52 62 72

3 13 23 33 43 53 63 73

4 14 24 34 44 54 64 74

5 15 25 35 45 55 65 75

6 16 26 36 46 56 66 76

7 17 27 37 47 57 67 77

8 18 28 38 48 58 68 78

9 19 29 39 49 59 69 79

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

CROSS OFF CAR NUMBER ON CHART BELOW1 10 19 28 37 46 55 64 73 82 91 100

2 11 20 29 38 47 56 65 74 83 92 101

3 12 21 30 39 48 57 66 75 84 93 102

4 13 22 31 40 49 58 67 76 85 94 103

5 14 23 32 41 50 59 68 77 86 95 104

6 15 24 33 42 51 60 69 78 87 96 105

7 16 25 34 43 52 61 70 79 88 97 106

8 17 26 35 44 53 62 71 80 89 98 107

9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90 99 108

OFFICIALS & SAFETY CARS Time CARS OFF / STOPPED IN STAGEFIA Medical Delegate : Car No. Post No. Reason

Timing Car :

Stewards :

FIA Sporting Delegate :

Spectator Safety Car :

000 :

FIA Safety Delegate :

00 :

0 :

First Car No. :

Sweeper Car :

Total In: Last 5 CarsTotal Out: Last 5 Cars

If applicable, Yellow Flag deployed at : to the following cars:

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17.3 Control Record Report FormCONTROL RECORD REPORT FORM

Control Number ............................................Name of Official & Function .....................................................

Date and Time ..............................................Contact Number - next 24 hours .............................................

Any infringement of the Regulations must be immediately notified to Rally Control by eitherA System Radio or Telephone and the details entered below

To be returned with the Sweeper Car to Rally HQ

Item Description

1 Not following the Time Control check in procedure

2 Engine not running at stage start line

3 False Start

4 Stopping between Flying Finish and Stop Line

5 Crew refuses to start Special Stage at the time and in the position allocated to it

6 Car not able to start from the start line within 20 seconds of the signal to do so

7 Repairs or refuelling in a Parc Fermé

8 Other matters

Car No Item Comments


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17.4 Stage Incident Report Form

One form to be completed by the Stage Commander, Deputy Stage Commander or Stage Safety Officer for each separate incident on your stage whenever the stage is interrupted and/or stopped and/or medical assistance is used.

Stage Number: Stage Name:

At what time were you notified of the incident?

How did you become aware of the incident?

Who was your contact at Rally Control on ‘A’ System?

Who was your contact at Rally HQ on mobile?

Competition numbers of car(s) involved

Nature of incident (cause - eg accident, breakdown, location etc):

Action taken (Stage stopped, rescue vehicles moved)


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Results of Incident:

Were any stage rescue or medical facilities mobilised? YES / NO

Which?

Was the stage stopped? YES / NO

Time of start of last car from start before stoppage: Hrs Mins Car No

Give the comp. numbers of any crews who may have been affected by the incident:

Name:_________________________________________________________________________

Signed:__________________________________________________ Date:______________

Position: Stage Commander/Deputy/Stage Safety Officer Time:______________

Contact point for the next 12 hrs:

Phone Number:

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17.5 Stage Incident Time Log

Time Action Taken

Witness Statement:

Name:__________________________________________________ Date:______________ Signed:_________________________________________________ Time:______________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________

Contact Tel:_____________________________________________________________________

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18. Code of Conduct for Officials & Marshals

AppearanceEnsure you wear suitable clothing to enable you to carry out your duties in comfort. Depending on the weather, warm clothes and strong sensible footwear will be needed.Always wear the tabard supplied by the organisers so that you can be clearly seen by competitors, spectators, the media and other officials.

BehaviourYour actions are as important as your appearance.Try to be as friendly as you can whilst remaining in control.How you perform your duties will affect the competitors’ and spectators’ view of the event. Officials are NOT expected to use cameras, consume alcohol or fool around whilst on duty.Follow the Marshals Instructions that you have been provided with plus any additional specific instructions provided by the Stage Commander or other Chief Official.Make full use of the additional resources available to you, such as the Safety Cars or Senior Officials via the nearest radio point. Do not let yourself become overwhelmed by any situation.Try to keep calm at all times and keep your gestures low and non-threatening. Try to remember that any spectators who are unhappy are not angry with you personally but with the Rally.Remember, spectators may well take pictures or video footage of your actions so please behave professionally at all times.

SafetyWhilst the organisers have taken all precautions, your safety is primarily your responsibility. You should remember that the safety elements of the Rally are requirements of the Health and Safety Legislation and are required to allow the Rally to run.You must NOT stand in a place of danger such as a prohibited area; always leave room for your escape should a competing car leave the stage route. If it is not suitable for a spectator it is not suitable for you either. The Safety Cars and FIA Safety Delegate may well ask you to move.Follow all requirements set out in the Spectator Safety Plan in relation to your safety and the safety of others. Do not let spectators become established in prohibited areas, they will be impossible to move after they have settled.Nobody under the age of 16 can sign on in an official capacity.Cadet marshals (if registered with the MSA) may sign on with their parent or guardian and will be allocated a suitable location by the Stage Commander. The cadet marshal MUST wear the MSA Cadet Marshal tabard. Trainee marshals, if under the age of 18, will also need to sign on with their parent or guardian and will again be allocated a suitable location. All other trainee marshals will be allocated a position alongside an experienced marshal.Any road that may form an escape road between the Start and Stop Controls should be kept clear and unobstructed from spectators and marshals for a distance of at least 100m, bearing in mind the potential approaching speed of a competitor.If you are in a radio car, please park well to the side and well back to ensure a route is available past your vehicle.All marshals should ensure that spectators are directed towards viewing the Rally from


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the designated spectator areas. Any spectators found straying into other parts of the stage route should be managed by the marshals in line with the broad principles of where it is of least risk to let them stand.Beware of uneven or slippery surfaces (wear sensible shoes) and of flying stones. Be careful when walking in the dusk or dark – take a torch.

DiplomacyAs officials you will be the point of contact with competitors, the public and representatives of the World Governing Body for the sport.Know what is expected of you, be firm as you carry it out and remember safety and efficiency are your primary objectives. Do NOT place yourself in a place of danger or vulnerability/ potential confrontation when dealing with spectators, if you require help or assistance then you must seek that assistance.ALWAYS be polite and helpful, do NOT block the views of spectators by standing in large groups (no more than 2 or 3 marshals together). We would like our spectators (who may be marshals on other events) to feel that we are a friendly event and that we help wherever we can.It is useful to greet competitors and spectators as they arrive at your location and then carry out your designated task.You must not offer advice or interpret the regulations for competitors. No physical assistance should be provided to competing cars except in the case of safety.

Reporting for dutyAs an official you will have an important designated function, which will mean you must arrive in plenty of time to prepare and set up. Be prepared for a very long day.If you are going to be late or will not be able to attend to carry out your task, ensure that the person responsible for the allocation of your duties is made aware as soon as possible.Please REMEMBER to complete and sign your signing on card and bring it with you.

Family and FriendsAny family members or friends you bring with you will be classed as spectators and must view the event from the public areas. This is to ensure their safety and your safety as if you are concentrating on watching family members you may not be paying full attention to what is going on around you. All children must only be located in spectator areas.

Parking of Officials CarsAll non-competing vehicles should be parked in a safe place at least 30m from the stage road/track unless specific authority is otherwise given. In escape roads all non-competing vehicles should be parked in a place of safety at least 100m away from the road used as the special stage. Always ensure there is sufficient space for other vehicles to get past if necessary.Non-competing cars required solely for purposes of operational efficiency, i.e. those housing equipment relevant to stage controls or providing marshals shelter at control locations must be parked safely and in locations designated by the Stage Commander as suitable, having regard to the needs of safety.Safety Radio Cars must be parked in a place of safety at all times and in the specific locations as indicated in the Safety Plan. In some locations it may be necessary for one occupant to be deployed outside the vehicle to monitor competing car numbers; this will be set out in the Safety Plan. Such personnel must then stand in a safe location; personal safety must not be compromised in the interests of operational needs.


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TrainingThe organisers will take reasonable steps to ensure that all marshals are suitably briefed for their duties by using MSA Registered Marshals wherever possible. All marshals are expected to acquaint themselves with all relevant instructions and safety information relevant to their role on the Rally.Training events will take place during the run up to the event; either visit the website for dates and locations or contact the Training Officer (contact details available on the website) to arrange a training evening for your own club.

19. Useful Phrases

Please / Thank you / You’re welcome Yes / No

French: S’il vous plait / Merci / de rien French: Oui / Non

Welsh: Os gwelwch yn dda / Diolch yn fawr / Croeso Welsh: Ie / Na

Polish: Proszę / Dziękuję / Proszę bardzo Polish: Tak / Nie

German: Bitte / Danke / Keine Ursache German: Ja / Nein

Italian: Per favore / Grazie / Sei il Benvenuto Italian: Sì / No

Higher up the bank That is a prohibited areaFrench: Montez plus haut French: C’est une zone interdite

Welsh: Uwch i fyny’r ochr Welsh: Mae hon yn ardal waharddedig

Polish: Rząd wyżej Polish: To jest strefa zakazana

German: Weiter die Böschung hoch German: Das ist verbotenes Gelände.

Italian: Più in alto l’argine Italian: Questa è una zona vietata

The First Car is due at xxx Behind the trees pleaseFrench: La première voiture va arrive à xxx French: Derrière les arbres s’il vous plait

Welsh: Mae’r car cyntaf i fod i gyrraedd am XXX Welsh: Tu ôl i’r coed os gwelwch yn dda

Polish: Pierwszy samochód jest do XXX Polish: Za drzewami

German: Das erste Auto kommt gleich auf XXX German: Hinter die Bäume bitte

Italian: La prima vettura è in direzione di XXX Italian: Dietro gli alberi, per favore

Please can you move to the other side of the track Please move to the spectator area

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Welsh: Os gwelwch yn dda wnewch chi symud i ochr arall y trac

Welsh: Os gwelwch yn dda wnewch chi symud i’r ardal wylwyr

Polish: Proszę przejść na inną stronę toru Polish: Proszę przejść do strefy dla widzów

German: Können Sie sich bitte auf die andere Seite der Fahrbahn begeben

German: Bitte begeben Sie sich in den Zuschauerbereich

Italian: Per favore, ti puoi spostare verso l’altro lato della strada

Italian: Per favore passa alla zona degli spettatori

I will need to call the Stage Commander who may request us to stop the stage

Only Media wearing tabards are allowed to stand here

French: Je vais appeler le responsable du tour qui pourrait demander d’arreter le stage

French: Que les photographes avec les vestes de sureté peuvent rester ici

Welsh: Bydd angen imi alw ar y Comander cymal a gallai ef ofyn i ni stopio y cymal

Welsh: Dim ond aelod or cyfryngau sydd yn gwisgo tabard pwrpasol gaiff ganiatad i sefyll yn fana.

Polish: Będę musiał zadzwonić do Organizatora, który może wnioskować o przerwanie etapu

Polish: W tym miejscu mogą stać jedynie osoby z kamizelkami „Media”

German: Ich werde den Veranstaltungsleiter rufen müssen. Es kann sein, dass er verlangt, den Durchgang zu stoppen

German: Nur Medienleute mit Westen dürfen dort stehen

Italian: Avrò bisogno di chiamare il responsabile del tratto che può richiederci di fermare il tratto

Italian: Solo coloro che appartengono ai media che indossano pettorine sono autorizzati a stare lì

Sorry, you cannot stand thereFrench: Désolé, ne restez pas la

Welsh: Mae’n ddrwg gennym, ni allwch sefyll yn fana.

Polish: Przepraszamy, nie można tutaj stać

German: Entschuldigung, Sie können dort nicht stehen

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20. RememberDo not be officious, be as friendly as possible.Do not take any risks with your personal safety.Be friendly, listen, but be firm with spectators.Be prepared and confident when undertaking your duties.If you need help or assistance then you must seek such assistance.Keep your sense of humour & remember that rallying is fun.Please remember to acquaint yourselves with the relevant instructionsfor your role on the rally – taking particular note of the changes introduced this year.

REMEMBER YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AT ALL TIMESWear reflective clothing in the dark.Carry a torch.Fires are not permitted in the forests.Fireworks are not permitted on the rally.

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