This is the first level of British qualification. This qualification includes the role and duties of a Timekeeper, Chief Timekeeper and Inspector of Turns. Apart from the Young Volunteers, Dorset does not run courses just to become a timekeeper.
"Inspector of Turns must know the FINA Rules relating to turns and finish and be able to apply them uniformly. They should observe swimmers to verify conformity with the rules and report the infringement when the rules are broken. Inspectors of Turns shall ensure fair and equitable competition for all swimmer."
The minimum age to commence training is 15 years. Each January Dorset runs an introductory seminar and the course workbook is completed part way through a series of practical assessments. There is no formal theory examination; during the practical assessment candidates will be required to answer oral questions. Upon qualification, usually in July, candidates will be attributed with the qualification Judge Level 1 on the British Swimming Database and will be encouraged to become a Licensed Official.
Judge Level 2
This is the second level of qualification. This will encompass the role and duties in relation to all aspects of Judging and the theoretical role and duties of Starter. The minimum age to commence training is 15 years. Each January or April Dorset runs an introductory seminar and candidates will complete a course workbook during a period of practical assessment. There is no formal theory examination; during the practical assessment candidates will be required to answer oral questions. When qualified, usually July, candidates will be attributed with the qualification Judge Level 2 on the British Swimming Database.
Starter
Candidates who wish to qualify as a Starter will be required to hold the Judge Level 2 qualification and be a minimum age of 15 years. Dorset training as a Starter will be held once a year and be restricted to groups of six. Training will begin with a classroom session followed by a number of practical experiences as a Starter before undertaking a final formal practical assessment. Successful candidates will be attributed with the Starter qualification, Judge Level 2S.
Referee
Candidates for this course are required to be qualified at Judge Level 2S. A candidate may register to commence training age 17 years but must be 18 years of age at 30 November in the year of the course. This course contains theoretical instruction and specified practical experiences followed by a formal examination in November after which successful candidates will undertake a final poolside practical assessment leading to qualification as a British Swimming Referee. Several months have been allocated between registration and the formal examination to enable candidates to undertake the practical experience required to complete the course, as well as the theoretical instruction. Application forms must be submitted by 31 January in order to allow sufficient time to complete training in preparation for the November examination.
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