SAFETY/DISCIPLINE

Clubs are reminded that the “Laws of the Game” require goal post pads and sideline restraining ropes for all matches, and that the referee is prohibited from starting the match until they are in place.  All players, coaches, and medical personnel, must abide by the IRB Technical Zone requirements.  All spectators must remain behind the restraining ropes throughout the game.

If, during a game, lightning, thunder, or other hazardous weather conditions occur, the referee will immediately stop the game to allow players and spectators the opportunity to seek appropriate shelter.  Minimum time stoppage is 30 minutes.  Each time lightning is seen or thunder is heard, the 30-minute minimum stoppage time must be reset.  The referee is not responsible for ensuring players and spectators seek appropriate shelter. 

All disciplinary rulings for matches covered by a SERRS referee will be catalogued in the SERRS Disciplinary Database.  Also, all temporary suspensions will catalogued on the SERRS website as well.

MATCH TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT

SERRS referees receive travel reimbursement from the home or hosting club on the day of and/or prior to the match.  The current travel reimbursement for all referees is $75. If a team requests or requires a referee to cover a second match (B-side), the reimbursement is $65, which is intended to cover meals and/or lodging.  All A-side matches regardless of the number of games played on the day are reimbursed at $75, as on most occasions this involves two referees at the same location or one ref traveling from one location to another. 

Should a referee need to travel more than 100 miles in one direction for a match, an additional travel reimbursement is required.  The additional travel reimbursement is as follows:

• Over 100 miles in one direction for one or more matches - $20
   
• Over 150 miles in one direction for one or more matches - $40
   
• Over 200 miles in one direction for one or more matches - $60