Cairn Curran Sailing Club
Principal race Officer [PRO] Guide
Purpose of this Guide
Being the Principal Race Officer [PRO] is an important responsibility.
The club relies on everyone having their turn at being PRO.
It is an opportunity for you to think about what makes a great race, improve your own sailing and make sure our club is an enjoyable place to come to.
It can be very rewarding, especially if you properly prepare and think about how to do the best possible job for the sailors.
It is a great feeling at the end of the day when you get thanked for running a good race.
Consider competitors capability, wind conditions, the forecast and consult with sailing committee members on your plans for the course.
The Principal Race Officer must be aware that the prime consideration is to the duty of care for all competitors, club members and general public. At all times – people shall take priority over craft
Being the Principal Race Officer [PRO] is an important responsibility.
The club relies on everyone having their turn at being PRO.
It is an opportunity for you to think about what makes a great race, improve your own sailing and make sure our club is an enjoyable place to come to.
It can be very rewarding, especially if you properly prepare and think about how to do the best possible job for the sailors.
It is a great feeling at the end of the day when you get thanked for running a good race.
Consider competitors capability, wind conditions, the forecast and consult with sailing committee members on your plans for the course.
The Principal Race Officer must be aware that the prime consideration is to the duty of care for all competitors, club members and general public. At all times – people shall take priority over craft
The purpose of this guide
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This guide is designed to help you get the most out of the day for everyone, safely and fairly. If in doubt, please ask any member of the sailing committee. We are here to help you run a great sailing experience!
Duty crew members and PROs should familiarise themselves with the club duties and regulations regarding running the race. PRO training day 10am Sunday 20 October 2019 |
Sailing Committee 2019–20
Captain – Andrew Pollard 0407 349 970 Chas Thompson 0428 179 701 Mark Teasdale 0419 323 673 Ray Eastwood 0448 234 441 Mark Borradaile Results Officer To get results in after a race. Peter Weiss 0497 780 516 pweiss082@gmail.com |
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Member's guide to club duty day
An outline of clubhouse duties
When are you on duty?
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At least 1 week prior to duty familiarise yourself with;
The week prior to duty
Contact duty crew and make sure they are available and arrange to meet at the club between 10–11 on Saturday morning.
If not ask them to swap with alternative crew and notify you of the arrangement made.
The week prior to duty
Contact duty crew and make sure they are available and arrange to meet at the club between 10–11 on Saturday morning.
If not ask them to swap with alternative crew and notify you of the arrangement made.
PRO Duty Day
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Before you leave home
Check weather forecast, particularly wind. 10–12:00 Hoist flags on flagstaff Complete Clubhouse duties 12:00 Noon Conduct radio check Have lunch Launch rescue boat 12:30 Post sign on sheets Post course on the board 13:00 Announcements Race briefing 13:30 Lay course marks 14:10 Lay start line 14:25 Commence starting sequence When not to start a race
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After race has started
Stop watch to shore Patrol and supervise the race area When all boats are finished Ensure all competitors are safe. Remove marks and return to shore Rescue boat pack up Empty all gear out of boat Refill fuel tanks Ensure electrics are off Turn power off, remove the key Tidy up the boat shed Lock up boat sheds and compound Race Office pack up Finishing times to the results officer. Lower and return flags to the office Turn off all radios Secure the race office Damage is a fact of life, even with careful people. Report any damaged or missing items on the PRO log and to Sailing Committee so that it can be fixed ASAP. |
Before departure
Empty all bins Turn OFF water pump Clean up Pull blinds down Turn lights off Lock up All external doors Compound gates Chains around yard Clubhouse Double check If not last to leave, ask delegate to lock up On departure Take rubbish home for disposal |
