Olympic Games 1996

IYRU Olympic Update

2.6 Measurement Committee

The Organizing Authority of a major event may appoint a Measurement Committee or a Measurer to measure yachts, either as a part of a standard across-the-board measurement procedure, or in case of a dispute about measurement. It would be usual for a Protest Committee to consider this Measurement Committee or Measurer to be the "qualified authority" to which it would refer a measurement question. The responsibilities of the Measurer or Measurement Committee may include carrying out checks (such as sails set within black bands, distribution of ballast, weight of clothing, etc.) on yachts, usually immediately after finishing. See IYRR 70.4.

The National Authority's Chief Measurer for the class(es) concerned will be a member of the Measurement Committee. At International Class Championships an IYRU Class Measurer usually is in charge of measurement procedures.

The Chief Measurer will require a sufficient number of competent personnel to handle all the measurement requirements. For pre-regatta measurement, depending on the relevant Class Rules, these will e.g. include scantlings, design and construction, fitting accessories, sail measurement and weighing.

. Often a jig is required for rapid, efficient assessment of design compliance. Post-race checks by the Measurer and/or members of his team may include checking buoyancy aids, other safety equipment and the weighing of wet clothing and weightjackets.

In order to have sufficient crew, equipment and suitable space for efficient measurement at the start of the regatta, communications between the Chief Measurer and the Regatta Organizing Committee at an early preparation stage are essential.

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