Chief Timekeeper

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