Elements and Performance Criteria
- Apply the laws of Rugby Union at a local level.
- Assess suitability of players, other officials and external influences according to the requirements of the local or district level match, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- Observe match 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.
- Makeaccurate and consistent decisions based on fairness, participant safety and spirit of the laws.
- Apply communication strategies.
- 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.
- Apply positioning skills.
- Adopt appropriate positioning for the start of play, scoring, set plays, observing contests, and when ball is in possession and attack is about to begin, 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 according to association or controlling body requirements.
- Forward written reports to the association or controlling body according to local guidelines.
- Provide 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 to determine required improvements.
- 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.