PBSC Officials Policy & Standards

Section 1

Officials Authority

PBSC officials are authorized to enforce all PBSC rules and safety procedures during sanctioned events.

Officials include:

• Referees
• Judges
• Timekeepers
• Head Officials
• Event Representatives designated by PBSC

All participants, coaches, and spectators are expected to comply with official instructions and decisions.

Section 2

Official Responsibilities

PBSC officials are responsible for:

• Maintaining athlete safety.
• Enforcing PBSC rules consistently.
• Promoting fair competition.
• Maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Supporting a positive competition environment.
• Protecting the integrity of PBSC events.

Athlete safety shall always be the highest priority.

Section 3

Professional Conduct

Officials shall:

• Conduct themselves professionally.
• Remain impartial and objective.
• Treat all athletes equally.
• Communicate respectfully.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Maintain composure under pressure.
• Represent PBSC in a positive manner.

Officials shall not:

• Use abusive or inappropriate language.
• Show favoritism.
• Engage in arguments or confrontations.
• Use their position for personal gain.
• Participate while impaired or unfit for duty.

Section 4

Conflict of Interest

Officials must avoid situations that may compromise impartiality.

Whenever possible, officials should not be assigned to contests involving:

• Immediate family members.
• Athletes they directly coach.
• Situations that may create a perceived conflict of interest.

Any potential conflict shall be disclosed to the Head Official.

Section 5

Referee Responsibilities

Referees are responsible for:

• Protecting athlete safety.
• Controlling the competition area.
• Enforcing rules.
• Managing warnings and disqualifications.
• Stopping contests when safety concerns arise.
• Communicating clearly with athletes and coaches.

The referee has authority to stop any contest for safety reasons.

Section 6

Judge Responsibilities

Judges are responsible for:

• Evaluating performance fairly.
• Scoring technical skill and control.
• Remaining focused and impartial.
• Applying PBSC scoring criteria consistently.
• Submitting scorecards promptly.

Judges shall score skill, control, and effective technique rather than aggression or excessive force.

Section 7

Timekeeper Responsibilities

Timekeepers are responsible for:

• Maintaining accurate bout timing.
• Monitoring round and rest periods.
• Following referee instructions.
• Recording official bout information.
• Supporting event operations.

Accuracy and consistency are essential responsibilities of the timekeeper position.

Section 8

Safety First Principle

PBSC officials shall always prioritize safety over competition outcomes.

Officials are expected to:

• Stop contests when safety concerns exist.
• Address equipment issues immediately.
• Monitor athletes for signs of injury.
• Work cooperatively with medical personnel.
• Report incidents when necessary.

When in doubt, officials shall choose the safest course of action.

Section 9

Disciplinary Actions

Officials who violate PBSC standards may be subject to:

• Verbal Warning
• Written Warning
• Suspension
• Removal from Assignment
• Revocation of PBSC Official Status

Disciplinary decisions shall be determined by PBSC leadership based on the severity of the violation.

Section 10

Commitment to Excellence

PBSC officials are ambassadors of the organization.

Every official is expected to uphold the values of:

• Safety
• Fairness
• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Respect
• Sportsmanship

PBSC believes that quality officials are essential to providing a safe, fair, and positive experience for all participants.