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AWARDS, ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS, AUTHORITY a) Minimum age 16 years if a candidate has held a current Grade 3 Junior Referees award
for a minimum of 6 months and must be a BJA grade of 3rd kyu. b) Minimum age of 17 years. Qualified to officiate at Area/Regional gradings and events up to 2* level. Not qualified to conduct courses or examinations (Junior or Senior). Qualified to officiate at Area/Regional events up to 3* level and selected National events at the discretion
of the National Refereeing Commission. Not qualified to conduct courses or examinations. (Junior or Senior) NATIONAL ‘B’ REFEREE Qualified to officiate at events up to 4* level (only able to be a judge at finals of 4* events) Not qualified to conduct courses or examine for Senior Referees awards but eligible to become an examiner and
run courses for the Junior scheme after 12 months experience as a National Referee Class ‘B’ Qualified to officiate at events up to 4* level including finals as a referee or judge which will be at the
discretion of the RIC on the day. Qualified to conduct courses and examine up to National ‘B’ level, with NRC
approval. a) A total of 6 attempts is permitted for Area and National ‘C’ awards b) A total of 4 attempts is permitted for National ‘B’ and ‘A’ awards A theory examination must be taken for each and every attempt for Area & National ‘C’ awards. It is important to note that the practical examination must be taken within 3 months
of a successful theory examination. A maximum of 1 hour is allowed for the theory examinations for these particular awards. The pass mark is 76% for Area award and 84% for National ‘C’ award. For National ‘A’ award, the theory pass mark is 75%. For
the National ‘B’ award and above, the theory and practical examination will be taken together. It is important to note that whenever a candidate re-sits an award of ‘B’or ‘A’, a time
limit of 6 months should be the minimum period between examinations. Practical Examinations: Area & National ‘C’ Award Area Award: The practical examination may be taken
at a minimum of 2* event or Area Grading where corner judges are used. Pass mark: is 40% National ‘C’ Award: The practical examination may be taken at 3* Area Events Pass mark : is 50% For both awards the practical examination takes place on 1 day only. If the candidate fails the practical examination for Area and National ‘C’ awards, there must be
a period of 6 months before further examination attempts are taken. Candidates for both awards are required to take an oral theory examination. The examination may be taken, at
the discretion of the NRC, at any National event. Examinations will take place at specified 3* events and above at the discretion of the NRC. Pass mark: is 60%
for the National ‘B’ and 70% for the National ‘A’ award. The examination for National ‘B’
will take place over 1 day, National ‘A’ examinations may take place at one or two day events, at the discretion
of the NRC. Candidates for these awards should apply via their Area Refereeing Representative on application form NRC/I/2003
who will forward the candidates application form together with application fee to the National Examiners Co-ordinator at least
6 weeks prior to the examination. Area Refereeing Representatives will be informed of such venues by the NRC. Candidates will be contacted directly regarding approval and examination venue details etc. Expenses may be
paid to candidates who officiate at National events while taking the examination for the National ‘A’ and National
‘B’ awards. The National ‘B’ oral examination is taken from forms NRC/M/2003 The National ‘A’ oral examination is taken on form NRC /N/2004.. It is important to note that: if a candidate is unsuccessful at the examination for ‘B’ or A’ there must be a period of 6 months
before the candidate can retake the examination and they must also re-sit
the oral part of the examination at every attempt, without exception. Continental ‘B’ Candidate Programme Qualifications National ‘A’ referees wishing to be considered for nomination for the Continental ‘B’
Licence should apply via their Area Refereeing Representative on form NRC /J/2003 to the NRC. Accepted candidates will have to pass an assessment to be placed onto the Continental
‘B’ License Training Programme. Expenses may be paid to candidates who officiate at National events while taking the assessment for Continental
’B’. Eligibility Requirements for Continental ‘B’ Examination a) Minimum age of 25 years, maximum age of 48 years. b) A minimum of 4 years refereeing experience as a National ‘A’ c) Candidates must have a minimum grade of 2nd Dan d) Candidates must be no more than 50 years of age on the day of the Continental ‘B’ examination, which will
be held in Europe. Entry Procedure · Personal application via your Area submitted to the NRC with your Area’s support
and approval, for the NRC’s consideration · All applicants, once approved by the NRC, are then required to pass the practical examination
at the British Open Championship, or at the discretion of the NRC, a championship of a similar high standard · IJF assessors will make their recommendations, following the assessment process, regarding
the individual(s) to the NRC Continental ‘B’ Assessment Programme It is the intention of the programme to prepare a prospective candidate for the final assessment,
by mutual agreement, to establish a minimum level of competences and skill both on and off the Tatami, and demonstrate a distinct
improvement over an agreed time frame. · To include expected behaviour on and off the mat (dignity, communication, socialising,
attitudes etc) · Active IJF/Continental Referees to be assigned as buddies with both parties approval
for additional support · It is expected that the IJF assessors will submit an outline of the skills element, where
additional support and guidance can be offered to the individuals, where the individual can receive a copy for their assistance · Interim assessments at 3 & 4* events by IJF assessors. There should be, at a minimum,
three assessments carried out within a 12 month period and progress by the individual(s) should be apparent. · If there is no apparent progress within that 12 month period, the IJF assessors will
complete a written report to be submitted with their recommendations, to the NRC for their consideration. · All IJF assessors will be appointed by the NRC. The IJF assessor panel should be comprise
of 3 (minimum) i.e. one full IJF assessor and two trainee assessor (minimum). · An individual may be removed from the programme for failing to maintain apparent progress
towards any of the agreed key stages of the assessment which are to be set at the commencement of the individuals programme. Final Assessment · The final assessment shall be carried out by a panel comprising
of 3 fully qualified IJF assessors · The final assessment should, whenever possible, take place
at the British Open or British Closed immediately prior to the next Continental examination opportunity · The individual(s) will be expected to pass both the oral
and the practical examination · The IJF assessors will make recommendations to the NRC as
to whether a candidate should be put forward for the Continental ‘B’ examination, based on the results of a final
assessment. · The NRC will make recommendations to the BJA Board of Directors for the approval of the
individual(s), to be put forward for the next examination opportunity. Appraisals of National Referees are recorded on the Performance Report Form Referees are continually appraised whenever they officiate at National events. Referees approved
by the NRC will carry out performance reporting. Performance Reporting Referees will be graded as follows: · A - Above standard · B – At standard · C – Below standard Referees who consistently attain A or B will be eligible for consideration for National events in the following
year. Referees who attain C will be coached back to the standard expected of them. The BJA Performance Report NRC/C/2004 must
be sent to the National Examinations Co-ordinator. Dress The uniform for referees will be navy blue or black blazer (single-breasted) with an appropriate referee grade
badge placed on the upper left side of the jacket, in position of the pocket. Mid grey trousers, white shirt, the relevant tie for BJA and IJF referees, black socks and black shoes. Specifically
designed, over socks, approved by the NRC may be worn, but gymnastic type slippers will not be allowed. REVALIDATION AREA REFEREE: Every 3 years – Within the 3 year period: 1) Must satisfy ‘Area/Regional’ requirements,
and the NRC recommend to have officiated at a minimum of 3 events per year. 2) Cards should be sent to the Area Refereeing Representative
to check their activity who will then forward their name to the National Refereeing Co-ordinator for the BJA revalidation
list to be updated of active referees within that particular Area 3) If revalidation requirements are not met within
the 3 year period, the referee will be reassessed by an Area Examiner nominated by the NRC NATIONAL ‘C’ REFEREE Every 3 years. Within the 3 year period: 1) Must officiate at a minimum of 8 events of which 3 must be a Senior event and 3 must be at 2* level or above 2) Must satisfy ‘Area/Regional’ requirements 3) Cards should be sent to the Area Refereeing Representative to check their activity who will then forward their
name to the National Refereeing Co-ordinator for the revalidation list to be updated of active referees within that particular
Area 4) If revalidation requirements are not met within the 3 year period, the referee will be reassessed by a National
‘C’ Examiner nominated by the NRC NATIONAL ‘B’ REFEREE Every 2 years. Within the 2 year period 1) Must officiate at a minimum of 6 events of minimum 3* level (subject to selection) and
3 of which must be Senior events 2) Must satisfy ‘Area/Regional’ requirements 3) Must attend the Annual Referees Conference, at a minimum, every alternate year. 4) Cards should be sent to the Area Refereeing Representative to check their activity who
will then forward their name to the National Refereeing Co-ordinator for the BJA revalidation list to
be updated of active referees within that particular Area 5) If revalidation requirements are not met within the 2 year period, the referee will be
reassessed by an Examiner nominated by the NRC NATIONAL ‘A’ Referee Every 2 years. Within the 2 year period: 1) Must officiate at a minimum of one 4* event (subject to selection) and four 3* events 2) Must satisfy ‘Area/Regional’ requirements 3) Must attend the Annual Referees Conference, at a minimum, every alternate year. 4) Cards should be sent to the Area Refereeing representative to check their activity who will then forward
it to the National Refereeing Co-ordinator for revalidation. National ‘B’ referees and above, failing to meet revalidation requirements or maintain the standard
required for the awards will be required to attend two events (as
stipulated by the NRC) for re-assessment and to pass the theory examination at the respective pass marks. NB: Senior National referees must maintain the same revalidation requirements as set out for National ‘A’
referees. Record of Activity All referees are reminded to add each event at which they officiate onto their record of activity. The relevant
Star* number of the event should be noted next to the title of the event, e.g.: ‘Midlands Senior Open 3*’ for
ease of revalidation purposes. The Referee-in-Charge should sign all cards. Referees are reminded that with regard to BSJA, Police, Combined Forces or Universities events, only those stipulated
by the NRC can be considered relevant for revalidation purposes. REFEREE EXAMINERS EXAMINER FOR JUNIOR REFEREE AWARDS: Eligibility Requirements 1. Must have held the grade of National ‘B’ Referee for at least 12 months 2. Must be recommended by their Area 3. Must be approved by the NRC 4. Must Sit In with a Senior Refereeing Examiner (minimum National Class ‘C’) at a minimum
of 2 junior events EXAMINER FOR SENIOR REFEREE AWARDS Eligibility Requirements AREA EXAMINER 1. Must have held the refereeing grade of National ‘A’ or above for a minimum of 12 months 2. Must be recommended by their Area 3. Must be assessed by a Supervising Examiner approved by the NRC 4. Must be approved by the NRC 5. Must be assessed running a referees course, by a Supervising Examiner NATIONAL ‘C’ EXAMINER 1. Must have held a minimum refereeing grade of National ‘A’ or above 2. Must have been an Area Examiner for 12 months 3. Must be assessed by a Supervising Examiner approved by the NRC 4. Must be approved by the NRC 5. Must be assessed running a referees course, by a Supervising Examiner NATIONAL ‘B’ EXAMINER 1. Must have held the minimum refereeing grade of
National ‘A’ or above 2. Must have been a National ‘C’ examiner for a minimum of 12 months and conducted at least
1 examination at National ‘C’ level as a qualified National ‘C’ Examiner 3. Must be assessed by a Supervising Examiner approved and appointed by the NRC at one examination (National
‘B’ level) 4. Must be approved by the NRC 5. Must be assessed running a referees course, by a Supervising Examiner NATIONAL ‘A’ EXAMINER 1. Must be a minimum Continental ‘B’ Referee 2. Must be a National ‘B’ Examiner for a minimum of 24 months and Have conducted at least 2 examinations at National ‘B’ level as a qualified National
‘B’ Examiner 3. Must be assessed by a Supervising Examiner approved and appointed by the NRC at one examination (National
‘A’ level) 4. Must be approved and appointed by the NRC IJF ‘B’ ASSESSOR 1. Must be currently active as a Continental ‘B’ Licence referee or above 2. Must be assessed by Supervising IJF Examiners approved by the NRC at a minimum of 4 assessments 3. Must have been a National ‘A’ Referee Examiner for a minimum of 24 months and have conducted
at least one Continental ‘B’ final assessment as an examiner. 4. Must be approved and appointed by the NRC APPROVALS · The NRC approves and appoints examiners for National awards · The NRC approves and appoints examiners for the IJF ‘B’ license assessments · The National Senior & Junior Examinations Co-ordinator monitors examiners for all
awards · Referees wishing to become an examiner for the Junior or Senior awards, should
apply in writing on form NRC/P/2004 which can be obtained from either the National Examinations Coordinator or the Area Representative
which then must be sent to the National Examinations Co-ordinator for approval by the NRC · Arrangements will be made by candidates to be assessed by approved supervising examiners
appointed by the NRC NB: The Senior National award is being phased out completely in December 2004 and all individuals
who have achieved this award will be recognised by the NRC to have authority, more than that of National ‘A’ but
less than that of IJF ‘B’ Referee. Advancement within examination and assessment status, to be confirmed by the
NRC and will be based on circumstances prevailing at the time RETIREMENT The retirement age for all BJA Referees, Officials, Examiners and Assessors officiating at National level
will be between 65 and 70 years of age at the discretion of the NRC. On reaching 70 years of age, he or she will no longer
be eligible for selection to officiate in any capacity at National events. All officials at any level will not
be eligible after the age of 75 years to officiate in any capacity i.e Referee In Charge, Assessor, Examiner etc.. as they will not be covered by BJA Insurance cover – there will not be any exceptions. REFEREES CONTINUING AFTER RETIREMENT Referees may continue refereeing at Area/Regional events with approval of the
NRC and their respective Area/Regional Refereeing Co-ordinator. Application to continue refereeing at local level must be
made in writing by the Area Refereeing Representative for each successive year beyond 70 years of age and have written confirmation
from the NRC each year up until their 75 year. EXAMINERS CONTINUING AFTER RETIREMENT Refereeing Examiners who retire from active refereeing but wish to remain as an Examiner can do
so under the following conditions: · Must be active member within the BJA, JudoScotland, NIJF, WJF · To maintain a satisfactory performance as an examiner and approved by NRC · Retired Examiners/Assessors can be invited to assist with the performance reporting of
referees at National level It is recommended that following retirement, all Assessors and Examiners will
be allowed to continue Assessing/Examining at their current level for a further maximum period of 2 years subject to NRC approval.
Examiners of National ‘C’ level and above, when reaching the age of 70 years will only be eligible to examine
to a maximum of National ‘C’ level. MINIMUM NUMBER OF EXAMINERS REQUIRED FOR THE STAGING OF EXAMINATIONS Area:
1 Area examiner National ‘C’:
1 National ‘C’ Examiner National ‘B’:
1 National ‘A’ Examiner, & 1 National
‘B’ National ‘A’:
1 IJF ‘B’ & 2 National ‘A’
Examiners Continental ‘B’ Assessment:
3 NRC appointed examiners (must be IJF assessors) The selection of Examiners for National examination is by the Examination Co-ordinator with approval
of the NRC. Assessors for the Continental ‘B’ level are appointed by the NRC.
The NRC may consider sit-in trainee examiners for progression to IJF status as an addition to the main panel. NUMBER OF REFEREES RECOMMENDED FOR EVENTS: The following recommendations for the grade of Referee-in-Charge and minimum refereeing requirements
are in the Tournament Handbook. The NRC strongly recommend that the use of 2 referees officiating on a mat at the same time
should be discouraged as this is not appropriate use of manpower; either 1 or 3 referees should officiate. Level of Event
Referees (Minimum Requirements) 1*
Referee-in-Charge: National ‘C’ Referee.
Minimum number of referees per mat: 4 2*
Referee-in-Charge: National ‘B’ Referee. Minimum number of referees per mat: 4 3*
Referee-in-Charge: National ‘A’ Referee and above . Minimum number of 4 referees per mat: (6 preferred) 4*
Referee-in-Charge: National
‘A’ Referee and above. Minimum number of 6 referees per mat British Open
Referee-in-Charge: Minimum of 1 IJF Referee (appointed
by the NRC). Minimum number of 6 referees per mat: National Teams
Referee-in-Charge: Minimum of 1 IJF Referee (appointed by the NRC) Minimum number of 6 referees
per mat Scottish Open
Referee-in-Charge: This will be Welsh Open
decided by the Home Country. Northern Ireland Open
Each refereeing
team can consist of an
IJF, National ‘A’ Referee.
National
‘B’ referee may be used in circumstances where referee shortage is apparent. For the Star Tournament see the BJA Tournament Handbook Pages 42/43/44/45/46 Competition Controllers apply to the Tournament Licensing Director to confirm that the required conditions can
be met. ALL referees should ensure that events at which they officiate have tournament licences (these should be on public
display at the event). Referees nominated as Referee-in-Charge are required to sign the tournament licence on the day of the
event. Referees nominated as such should ensure that appropriate requirements for the event are fulfilled. The Referee-in-Charge
of the event must ensure the Tatami is in good condition and all requirements of the tournament handbook have been complied
with and especially that there is a medical team in attendance prior to the tournament starting. |