Chief Timekeeper
The Chief Timekeeper is in charge of the timekeepers and provides assistance to them.
OVERVIEW OF THE CHIEF TIMEKEEPER POSITION
- They must maintain constant check on accuracy & efficiency of Timekeepers.
- Ensure Timekeepers are aware of and perform special duties:
- Ringing of Bells in distance events
- Capturing times for any official split requests
- Uncommon activities such as managing of two swimmers per lane and changing ends for single distance events.
In a fully staffed meet the Chief Timekeeper may be assisted by an Assistant Chief Timekeeper, with each taking responsibility for half the lanes
Related Resources
Chief Timekeeper Clinic for review
Chief Timekeeper E-module available on the Swimming Canada Learning Module System