BEGIN MARSHAL TRAINING
 Flag Marshals play a very important role in the safe conduct of the Energy Breakthrough on track competition. They are the EYES and EARS around the track and the first port of call when accidents happen.

Our Flag Marshals deal with incidents, communicate with other marshals, and follow Clerk of Course directions. It might sound like a big job, but we’ve prepared some Marshal Training Materials here to help you get ready to do your best in a safe and effective way at the Energy Breakthrough

At least two marshals will be rostered on from participating schools at any time during track competition – and you will need to work together to carry out the role properly.

All Marshals must be at least 18 years of age.

All Marshals must hold a valid Working With Childrens’ Check.

Marshal Information Pack Cover

Flag Marshal Training Pack

Our Flag Marshal Training Pack (PDF) covers:

  • what equipment you’ll have,
  • what to do on arrival and at the end of your shift,
  • the roles of the marshal,
  • what to do in case of an incident, and
  • how to use the 2-way radio.

We ask that you please download and understand this material before your Marshal Shift at the Energy Breakthrough.

Download the Marshal Training Pack (PDF)

 Ready to be a Flag Marshal?

Take our Flag Marshal Quiz today!

MARSHAL TRAINING VIDEOS

VIDEO #1: The Role of a Marshal

This video outlines the role and responsibilities of a Marshal.

VIDEO #2: Corner Set-up

This video outlines the way a corner is set-up at the event, what to expect and what to look out for.

VIDEO #3: Radio Training

This video explains how the 2-Way Radios work and how to use them during the event.

VIDEO #4: Responding to an incident

This video explains how the marshal teams should respond in case of an incident.

FLAG/LIGHT SIGNALS

National Flag

 Commencement of the Trial.

Green Light or Flag

The track is clear for competition.

Yellow Light or Flag

  • A Yellow Light or Flag is a sign of danger or a track obstruction in the vicinity of the marshal point. This may be a vehicle that has rolled over but is not obstructing the track, debris on track, a marshal on track, or other incident.
  • When a Yellow Light or Flag is displayed:
    • Riders in HPVs are required to stop pedaling
    • Drivers in EEV are required to release the accelerator and coast.
    • All vehicles are to slow down, be cautious and prepare to take evasive action.
    • Any vehicle overtaking under Yellow Flag conditions will be noted by officials for potential penalties.
  • Riders must not resume competition until they are well clear of the danger and until they reach the vicinity of the next marshal point displaying a Green Light or Flag.

Yellow AND Red Lights or Flags

A Yellow AND Red Light or Flag displayed together is a sign of a serious hazard on track in the vicinity of the marshal point. This may be an emergency vehicle, a vehicle that has rolled over AND is obstructing the track, or other serious incident.

When a Yellow AND Red Light or Flag are displayed together:

  • Riders in HPVs are required to stop pedaling.
  • Drivers in EEV are required to release the accelerator and coast.
  • All vehicles are to move to the left hand of the track and form a single file.
  • No overtaking.
  • Reduce speed to 15 km/h.
  • Riders are to be cautious and prepare to take evasive action.
  • Any rider overtaking under Yellow and Red Lights or Flags conditions will be noted by officials for potential penalties.
  • Riders must not resume competition until they are well clear of the danger and until they reach the vicinity of the next marshal point displaying a Green Light or Flag.

Red Light or Flag

A Red Flag or Light is an indication of extreme danger on track.

When a Red Flag or Light is displayed:

  • All vehicles shall come to an immediate stop on the left hand of the track.
  • No overtaking.
  • Racing has ceased.
  • Riders must not resume competition until the nearest marshal point displays a Green Light or Flag.
  • Any rider overtaking under Red Flag conditions will be noted by officials for potential penalties.

If Red Flag conditions continue for an extended period riders may be directed to return to the pits by the Clerk of Course, Pit Marshals and flag marshals.

If riders are directed to return to the pits, the Practice Session or Trial will restart with a rolling start from pit lane.

Black Flag

  • A Black Flag is used to call a team into the pits in serious circumstances.
  • Black Flags are ONLY to be used by the Clerk of Course or Pit Marshals.
  • Black Flags are NOT to be used by Flag Marshals.
  • Black Flags are directed at a single vehicle and may be used alongside a vehicle number.
  • Black Flags will be shown near the Start / Finish Line.
  • When a rider sees a Black Flag with their vehicle number, they are required to come into the pits on the next lap.

Chequered Black & White Flag

Signals the conclusion of the Trial or Practice Session.