Aide Memoire for Referees

NB it is the home side being marked

Reception (Max. 10)

Met and welcomed, Home Captain, Notified of medical equipment & assistance, Satisfactory medical kit & stretcher, Adequate changing & washing facilities.

Ground etc. (Max 10)

Pitch correctly marked - visible lines, Touch flags in place, Touch line ropes (if required), Clean ball, correct pressure, Home side touch judge.

Pre-Match (Max. 20)

All home players available for kit inspection, All players in same kit - no clash, Studs & protection conform IRB regulations, Replacements notified, Players co-operative.

Match (Max. 50)

Played in sporting spirit  - by home side, Abuse or dissent (not dismissed), Foul play (not dismissed), Persistent & deliberate cheating, Uncontrolled aggression, profanity, Effort to employ rugby skills, Opposition clapped off, Home side officials & spectators

Post-Match (Max. 10)

Welcoming atmosphere, Match discussed amicably, Meal & beverage offered, Expenses offered, Thanked for contribution