This includes a complete understanding of the flags shown by marshals trackside to signal situations from accidents to debris on the circuit. Must be at least 16 years old to flag.F1 drivers have plenty to think about while racing around the world at lightning speeds. No Alcohol and/or drugs, before and while on duty. They are paying customers and must be treated accordingly. The flagging crew is a team and a successful team is everyone working together.īe kind to the riders and their parents. It’s very important the flaggers communicate and help each other out. They must be constantly looking for crashes and troubled areas. Dirtbikes weigh 250lbs and you do not want to get hit by one.Ī flagger must be alert at all times.
Always keep your eyes on the track and be aware of your surroundings. Boots or shoes with ankle support are highly recommended as well as sun block & lip balm.įlagging is dangerous, serious injury and/or death can result. Flaggers must come prepared with appropriate clothing and apparel for the weather. Never assume someone else will flag your area. Never leave your post unless instructed to do so. It’s important to know the speed the riders are going and understand a lot of riders ride with their head down.Ī flagger must always hold their position until the danger is cleared, even if parents or fans are screaming at you to do something else. This allows the riders adequate time to slow down. The flagger and his/her flag should be clearly visible.īe sure to be in the proper flagging position: wave the flag a good distance in front of the crash. Do not just wave a stick, while the flag is tangled up. When waving the flag be sure your flag is projected in a clear visible manor. Keep flags held down along side of you while there’s no down rider. Do not play around with the flag as a rider may think there’s a crash, when there isn’t. While flagging, point to direct the riders to a safe path to ride through and avoid the crash.Ī flagger must have his/her flag in hand at all times.
It is the EMT’s job to assist down riders. When a rider crashes it is your job to wave the yellow flag to warn other riders about the crash. If a rider does jump and/or pass on the yellow flag, report that rider’s number to a track official and the rider will be docked a lap. When the yellow flag is waving riders cannot jump and/or pass.
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