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Signing On
Competitors
are required to sign-on before the race to confirm they have read,
understood and will comply with these terms and conditions, rules
and safety instructions. No one will be allowed to participate in
the race until they have signed on. Any team who allows a team
member to participate without signing on will face
disqualification.
Age Restrictions
Any
competitor under the age of 18 years must provide written consent
from their parent or guardian before being allowed to participate
in the event. By consenting, the parent or guardian confirms that
they and the competitor have read, understood and will comply with
these terms and conditions, rules and safety instructions and that
they agree to the competitor taking part. The organisers may ask
for proof of age and may refuse entry if it is not forthcoming.
Public Liability Insurance
The New
Milton Pedal Car Grand Prix organisers have arranged public
liability insurance for the event. This covers the organisers and
volunteers in respect of public liability claims. It does not
cover claims made against a competitor or competitors in person
(see Third Party Liability).
Third Party Liability
Competitors
are strongly advised to ensure they have adequate third party
liability insurance cover in place to meet all and any claims that
might arise from accidents or incidents caused in whole or in part
by them. The New Milton Pedal Car Grand Prix organisers, its
volunteers and insurers will not accept liability whatsoever for
claims from any party, including property owner, members of the
public, competitors, or their representatives for damage to
property, death or personal injury arising from any accidents
caused by, or in part by, the negligence of any competitor.
Personal Accident Insurance
Competitors
are strongly advised to ensure they have personal accident
insurance in place to meet any claims for personal injury to
themselves.
General Health and Fitness
As the race is both physically and
mentally demanding, it is strongly recommended that all
competitors consult their medical practitioner prior to taking
part in the event to ensure they are sufficiently fit and healthy
to compete. To reduce the risk of becoming dehydrated during the
event, competitors are advised to drink plenty of fluids before,
during and after the race. Should any competitor become unwell or
be injured in any way during the event, they should contact the
nearest marshal who will arrange for medical assistance.
Medical Conditions
Competitors
should not take any part in the event if they suffer from any
medical condition, complaint or illness including (but not
restricted to) high or low blood pressure, back or neck
complaints, angina, diabetes, breathlessness, dizziness, lung,
heart or neural disorders/complaints, sight or hearing problems,
mental illness or who are on medication or a course of treatment
prescribed by a medical practitioner or who have recently
undergone any surgical or medical procedure, must declare it and
produce to the Race Director a written declaration from a medical
practitioner that they are fit to take part in the event.
Disabilities
Competitors
who suffer from any physical or mental disability of any nature
must declare it and produce to the Race Director a written
declaration from a medical practitioner that they are fit to take
part in the event. They must also demonstrate, to the satisfaction
of the Race Director, that they will be able to see, hear and act
on all and any instructions given by the race marshals.
Alcohol, Medication, Etc.
It is
recommended that competitors do not consume alcohol or other
intoxicating substances or medication in the 24 hours prior to
taking part in the event. No competitor will be allowed to
participate in the event if they appear to be under the influence
of alcohol, other intoxicating substances or medication, or act in
an inappropriate manner to the extent that the Race Director
considers that they may pose a risk or danger to themselves, other
competitors, race marshals or members of the public.
Drivers Briefing
All
competitors MUST attend the drivers briefing prior to the race to
receive instruction on points of safety.
Teams
Teams
will consist of up to, and no more than four drivers and one
pusher. There is no restriction on how many laps a driver may do
at a time. Teams may also have one mechanic present in the pit to
effect repairs but the mechanic must take no part in driving or
pushing. The Mechanic must remain at all times in the pavement pit
area (rear of pits). If a car breaks down on the track the driver
may push the car back to the designated pit area for repair (only
if and when given permission by the marshals) and may receive
assistance only from other team members. Marshals may assist in
the interests of safety only. If the marshals deem a damaged car
beyond repair, incapable of returning to the pits, or too
dangerous they will remove the car to a place of safety (i.e.
behind baled areas or completely off the track, behind safety
barriers). The decision to remove a car is the marshals, not the
drivers.
Protective Helmets
All
competitors MUST wear crash/cycle safety helmets as approved by
the Race Director whilst entering and exiting the pedal cars and
at all times whilst participating in the race. Straps must be
buckled at all times. Failure to do so may result in penalties to
the team, including disqualification. For safety reasons, all
competitors are strongly recommended that, whilst taking part in
the event, they should wear gloves, long sleeved clothing and
arm/knee pads to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an
accident.
Race Marshals
Competitors
must obey all instructions and directions given by the race
marshals during the event – They are present for the safety of
competitors as well as that of members of the public. Any
competitor failing to comply may be disqualified from the event
immediately and required to leave the course along with their
team. Physical or verbal abuse of a marshal will result in instant
disqualification of the team.
Designated Pit Areas
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All
drivers entering the designated pit areas for repairs or to
change drivers must come to a complete stop before changeover.
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Drivers
should indicate their intention to enter the pit area by
raising a hand in advance.
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Driver
changes may take place only in the designated pit area for
that team.
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Under
no circumstances may the designated pit areas be used for
overtaking.
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Car
exiting the pits MUST give way to cars already on the track.
It is the responsibility of the team pusher to ensure the
track is clear before ‘pushing off’.
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When
not racing, all team members must remain on the pavement
section of their pits. Only the team Pusher and the two
exchanging drivers may be on the road section of the pit
during changeovers.
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When
changeovers are complete, all team members must retire to the
pavement section of their pit, leaving the road section clear.
Repairs
Wherever
possible, cars under repair should be moved to the pavement area
of the pits. A car may be stopped from racing if is considered to
be unsafe due to design or damage until satisfactory repairs are
carried out. THIS INCLUDES FAULTY BRAKES.
Race Etiquette
Drivers
are free to take the racing line but should be aware at all times
of faster cars who may wish to overtake (use mirrors and listen).
On straights, drivers should keep to one side of the track and not
‘hog the middle’ thereby impeding faster cars from overtaking.
You are not however, obliged to slow down to be overtaken. Cars
being lapped must keep out of the way of faster cars if at all
possible, however it is ultimately the faster driver's
responsibility to find a safe way past. When lapping slower cars,
drivers of overtaking cars are advised to inform slower cars of
which side they intend to overtake by shouting, e.g., "On
your left", (i.e. "I am passing on your left hand side,
so please move to your right."), "On your right",
etc. Please give slower drivers time to react before overtaking.
Do not perform dangerous overtaking manoeuvres, particularly on
fast hairpins! Any behaviour that is considered dangerous or
otherwise infringes any rules may result in a penalty to the
offending team, at the discretion of the Race Director. Dangerous
driving includes: excessive or deliberate bumping, barging,
deliberately driving off the track, swearing, cutting up other
cars, swerving dangerously etc.
Flags
The
race marshals will signal instructions to the drivers by use of
coloured flags. Verbal instructions may also be given. All
instructions MUST be complied with immediately and without
question. The meanings of flags are as follows:
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