There are several levels of bobsleigh officials, each with their own set of requirements, reposibilities and privileges.
Provincial Level

• Must be a member in good standing of a Bobsleigh Club or Provincial Association
• Attend an officials clinic – (held every October)
• Complete a written test on the IBSF rules and receive 80%
• Work as an official in the start and finish areas for a minimum of two years and work at least five races prior to upgrading.

National “B” Level:

• Must be a member in good standing of a Provincial Association
• Complete an oral exam on the IBSF rules with a minimum of 90%. (National “B” exams are given in October/November of each year)
• Work as an official in the start and finish areas for a minimum of two years and work at least five races prior to upgrading.
• Work as a Jury Member or Race Director on at least two races prior to upgrading.

National “A” Level

• Must be a member in good standing of a Provincial Association
• Complete an oral exam on the IBSF rules with a minimum of 90%. (National “A” exams are given in October/November of each year)
• To upgrade to IBSF International Judge your National Sport Governing Body must recommend you. You will have to have worked for a minimum of two years as a National “A” official.

For more information on becoming an official:
Email: slide@albertabobsleigh.ca