11. SUMMARY
The significance of the
management of ground,
weather and light places
demands on the umpires
irrespective of the level of
the game in which they are
involved. Umpires need to
work effectively together
to ensure the players are
confident they are handling
these situations to the best
of their combined ability.
Umpires should always be
guided and remember that;
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The decision on whether
play can take place is
the responsibility of the
umpires alone who owe
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a duty of care to the
players.
There is no substitute
for thorough pre-match •
preparation and for
umpires agreeing
between themselves
how all GW&L matter
will be handled.
Building strong working
relationships with all
available key personnel
is essential if playing
time is to be optimised.
The need for the
umpires to be ready
for all foreseeable
possibilities and more.
In determining whether
play can take place
regard must be had to
the factors involved in
assessing conditions
and the procedures to
be followed in assessing
conditions and carrying
out inspections.
Where the umpires
are in doubt as to the
safety of the playing
conditions, they should
err on the side of caution
and not allow play.
The need for the umpires
to make and retain
appropriate records.
In the event of lightning,
regard should be had to
the protocol governing
this
And WHENEVER –
either umpire considers
there is an actual and
foreseeable risk to the safety
of any player or umpire, play
should not take place.
Attached is a brief guide to
assist the umpires on the day
in handling GW&L decisions.
Umpires are encouraged
to attend GW&L training
sessions arranged by ACOs
and Leagues.
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