Elements and Performance Criteria
- Apply the laws of Rugby Union at an advanced level.
- Assess suitability of players, other officials and external influences according to the requirements of the advanced level match, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- Observe match, with minimal disruption, and identify information on which to base decisions.
- Observe players and club officials to ensure match is conducted according to the laws and regulations of Rugby Union.
- Identify and note breaches of laws and regulations by players andother officials.
- Interpret and apply laws and regulations for the given situation according to the spirit of the laws of Rugby Union.
- Use communication strategies to referee Rugby Union.
- Communicate decisions and manage the outcomes of decision making while refereeing the match according to the laws and regulations of Rugby Union.
- Explain and convey decisions to players, other officials, spectators, scorers and or timekeepers.
- Respond to players and other officials according to the given situation.
- Interpret signals from other officials and work as a team according to laws and regulations.
- Use auditory devices when refereeing to assist in decision making and signalling.
- Perform the complete range of whistle commands using a strong whistle to convey decisions in an authoritative manner.
- Demonstrate positioning skills to referee Rugby Union.
- Adopt appropriate positions for the start or recommencement of play, for set plays, and general play situations according to environmental conditions and external influences.
- Adopt the appropriate position when working as a team with other officials.
- Move appropriately to maintain optimal position to view play throughout the game.
- Adjust position according to the direction and or movement of play according to the laws and regulations.
- Provide reports and give feedback.
- Complete relevant paperwork and sign as required by associations or controlling body.
- Forward written reports to the association or controlling body according to local guidelines.
- Conduct formal and informal oral reports to controlling body, mentor, adviser or other relevant person.
- Attend to reportable offences and follow reporting procedures on players sent off.
- Discuss feedback provided by others and analyse in a rational and constructive way.
- Implement changes to improve the quality of officiating based on formal and informal feedback provided by mentors, advisers, other officials, parents or other relevant persons.