WESTERN PROVINCE ATHLETICS

DEFAULT RULES FOR ROAD RUNNING EVENTS : JUNE 2016

Relevant ASA or IAAF rules shown in brackets

  1. In all events, the rules of IAAF and ASA apply. (ASA Rule book)
  2. In addition to Overall (Open) prizes, participants will only be eligible for an age category prize in the age category they enter. Corresponding numerical age category tagsmust be worn on the front and back of their vest (This includes Juniors). Master athletes (over 40) may enter the age category corresponding to their chronological age or any younger category down to senior. (ASA rule 12)
  3. Temporary licensed participants are eligible for age category prizes provided they enter the relevant age group, wear the appropriate age tags and provide proof of age. (ASA rule 14.4)
  4. Age category tags must be a minimum of 6cm high red lettering on a white background and worn to be visible throughout the race to officials and other athletes, on the front and back of the upper body clothing. (ASA rule 12.13)
  5. If the race organiser issues a race bib (number) it must be worn on the front of the vest, with a permanent or temporary licence on the back. (ASA rule 14.3)
  6. Licence numbers and race bibs must be worn as issued and may not be cut, folded or worn in any way to obscure the lettering. (IAAF rule 143.8)
  7. Juniors are defined as being 19 and younger on 31 December in the year of competition. Master athletes change age categories on their birthday. Proof of age may be requested before awarding age category prizes. (ASA rule 12)
  8. Except with specific parental permission, entries will not be accepted from athletes below the specified minimum age for the distance involved. In any event prize money will not be awarded to athletes who are below the minimum age.
  9. Participants in wheelchairs are welcome, as well as participation with prams or strollers, with prior arrangement with the organisers and subject to approval by the relevant authorities. (ASA rule 20.4)
  10. Club colours are optional but full club colours (correct vest and shorts) must be worn to qualify for team prizes. (ASA rule 14.1)
  11. Personal sponsorship may appear on the front of the vest provided it does not exceed 40cm2 in size and subject to the IAAF advertising regulations. (ASA rule 14.1)
  12. In all events athletes must wear clothing which is clean and designed and worn so as not to be objectionable. The torso must always be covered. (IAAF Advertising Regulations)
  13. Participants will qualify for age category team prizes based on the individual age category they enter (with corresponding age category tags). Older participants qualify for a younger team only if there is no team competition for their specific age category. Juniors count towards Open or Senior team prizes unless there is a Junior team prize offered. (ASA rule 12)
  14. Foreign athletes must comply with IAAF rule 4.2 and if required should be able to produce a letter from their federation permitting their participation. (IAAF rule 4.2)
  15. For safety reasons the use of personal music players with headphones is not allowed. Any person using such device in contravention of IAAF rule 144.3b or ASA 20.4.6 shall not be eligible for individual or team prizes and may be disqualifiedfor a repeat offense after an official warning. (IAAF rule 144.3b)
  16. No personal seconding is permitted except at official refreshment stations. The stand and hand rule shall always apply and seconds may not run beside an athlete. Seconding may not be conducted directly from a vehicle – whether moving or stationary. (ASA rule 20.2)
  17. Any athlete accused of irresponsibly disposing of litter may be subject to disciplinary action.
  18. All participants are covered by ASA accident insurance. Temporary licence holders when registering must complete and hand in the tear off strip from the number in order to be covered. Any injury suffered during the event must be reported to the referees in order to claim from the insurance policy. Claim forms may be requested from the WPA offices.
  19. All traffic officers, marshals, referees and other officials involved with the event must be obeyed.
  20. A participant shall withdraw if instructed to do so by the appointed medical staff. (IAAF rule 144)
  21. Participants take part at their own risk. The organisers, sponsors, WPA, venue owners and local authorities accept no responsibility for loss, injury or accident resulting from participation in the event.
  22. Tog bag storage is at the runners own risk. Do not leave valuables in the bag.
  23. No participant may run with dogs or other animals. (ASA rule 20.4)
  24. When chip timing is used, any athlete not wearing a chip may be excluded from prizes and results.
  25. Participants must be present at prize-giving to be eligible for lucky draw prizes.
  26. In the event that any prize category results are not announced or made available at the official prize-giving, such results will be posted on the event website and circulated through the usual WPA club channels. In keeping with ASA rule 15 (IAAF rule 146) individuals and clubs shall be given 7 days to raise any appeal in writing to the organisers, whereafter the published results shall be deemed final, notwithstanding any inaccuracies that may be identified at a later date.
  27. The display of legitimate national flags during an event shall be permitted provided they do not present a safety risk or interfere with any other athlete or the presentation of the event. Under no circumstances will any slogans, chants, banners, placards or such-like of a political, religious or offensive nature be tolerated. (IAAF Advertising Regulations)

In addition race organisers may stipulate race-specific rules or instructions, which must be followed.