ITF Umpire Manual

40 Article 14 | PRESENTATION BEFORE THE COMPETITION All the officials that take part in the competition must be present at least one hour before the beginning during the whole tournament Article 15| BEHAVIOUR - RECOMMENDATIONS All officials must observe the following rules: A) They must behave with conscience and dignity. B) They must pay maximum attention during competition. C) They must be at all times unbiased when giving a decision. D) They must refrain from fraternising with the competitors. E) They must have a basic knowledge of First Aid assistance. Article 16 | UMPIRE CLASSES AND REQUIREMENTS 1. Class A Umpire: The criteria for Class A Umpire is: 1) Minimum of 25 years. 2) 4th Degree holder or above. 3) To have a Class B Umpire certificate. 4) To have a minimum of three (3) years’ regular umpiring experience in local tournaments. 5) To participate in a Class A ITF course and succeed it, obtaining the certificate. 6) To officiate regularly at ITF competitions. 7) Class B Umpire: The criteria for Class B Umpire is: 1) Minimum 21 years. 2) 2nd or 3rd Degree holder. 3) To participate in a Class B ITF course and succeed it, obtaining the certificate. 4) To officiate regularly at ITF competitions.