TRACK SUPPORT
RACE SUPPORT ROLES
Monitor assigned track sector during practice, qualifying, and race sessions
Respond quickly to on-track incidents (spins, collisions, mechanical failures)
Provide initial support to drivers involved in incidents
Assist with vehicle recovery and debris clearance
Display and manage appropriate flag signals as directed by Race Control
Communicate incident details clearly via radio
Report track conditions, hazards, and safety concerns
Support enforcement of sporting regulations within assigned sector
Assist with grid formation and pit lane operations (where assigned)
Support restart procedures following Safety Car or red flag periods
Ensure barriers and safety infrastructure are secure
Participate in pre- and post-event briefings
Follow all event safety procedures and marshal guidelines
Maintain high levels of situational awareness
Uphold professionalism in high-pressure environments
Complete required training and certification updates
Conduct scrutineering checks prior to practice, qualifying, and race sessions
Verify vehicle eligibility, safety equipment, and documentation
Inspect chassis, bodywork, safety systems, and control components
Ensure compliance with homologation and technical regulations
Perform spot checks during race weekends
Monitor parc fermé procedures
Supervise component changes and seal management
Assist with fuel, weight, and dimensional checks
Conduct post-race technical inspections as directed by Chief Scrutineer
Oversee dismantling or detailed examination of specific components
Document findings and escalate potential non-compliance issues
Support regulatory investigations where required
Prepare structured technical inspection reports
Maintain accurate documentation and evidence records
Work closely with Race Control, Stewards, and Technical Delegates
Ensure transparency and consistency in enforcement
Respond immediately to on-track incidents when deployed
Assist with driver extraction procedures in coordination with medical teams
Provide initial support in fire suppression or hazard containment
Ensure personal and team safety at all times during live track operations
Safely recover stranded or damaged vehicles from track
Operate recovery vehicles, cranes, or flatbeds (as certified)
Clear debris and hazardous materials efficiently
Restore track conditions to allow safe race continuation
Maintain rescue equipment readiness and operational checks
Ensure PPE compliance and adherence to safety protocols
Participate in emergency response drills and simulations
Support continuous improvement of response procedures
Communicate clearly with Race Control and sector marshals
Follow deployment instructions precisely
Provide incident updates and status reports
Interpret and enforce sporting and technical regulations
Oversee adherence to event procedures and race control directives
Ensure consistency in decision-making across sessions
Review on-track incidents using video, telemetry, and official reports
Conduct hearings with drivers and team representatives
Issue penalties, warnings, or sanctions as appropriate
Document formal decisions with clear regulatory justification
Ensure fair and impartial application of championship rules
Maintain confidentiality and professional integrity
Support appeals processes where required
Contribute to post-event regulatory reviews
Work alongside Clerk of the Course, Technical Delegates, and Race Director
Provide clear communication of decisions to teams and officials
Participate in pre-event and post-event steward briefings
Implement and manage the official event timetable
Oversee track sessions including practice, qualifying, and races
Coordinate deployment of safety, medical, and recovery teams
Authorise session starts, suspensions, and restarts (as per regulations)
Ensure circuit safety standards are upheld at all times
Respond decisively to incidents and evolving track conditions
Direct safety car, red flag, and neutralisation procedures
Maintain close communication with Race Director (where applicable)
Enforce sporting regulations and event procedures
Liaise with Stewards regarding incidents and potential breaches
Ensure marshals and officials operate within governing body guidelines
Maintain accurate documentation of operational decisions
Lead pre-event briefings for marshals and officials
Coordinate sector marshals, rescue teams, and flag posts
Manage communication flow within Race Control
Oversee post-event debriefs and reporting
Take command during major incidents
Coordinate emergency services and extraction procedures
Ensure clear decision-making under time-critical conditions
Support post-incident investigations and reporting
Direct and control all on-track sessions in accordance with championship regulations
Oversee session starts, restarts, neutralisations, Safety Car deployments, and red flag procedures
Ensure consistent and fair application of sporting rules
Issue race directives and official communications to teams
Maintain ultimate responsibility for track safety
Coordinate with Clerk of the Course, Chief Medical Officer, and rescue services
Make decisive calls during major incidents or adverse conditions
Oversee risk assessments and safety briefings
Interpret and apply sporting regulations
Refer incidents to Stewards where required
Issue official notes, bulletins, and clarifications
Support regulatory updates and championship governance processes
Lead Race Control operations and communication flow
Manage timing, telemetry monitoring, and incident review systems
Coordinate with technical delegates and scrutineers
Oversee post-session debriefs and performance reviews
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