What is the standard panel size for on-platform refereeing at USAPL national meets?

What is the standard panel size for on-platform refereeing at USAPL national meets?

• A. Two referees (Head Referee and one Side Referee)
• B. Three referees (Head Referee and two Side Referees)
• C. Four referees (Head Referee and three Side Referees)
• D. One referee (Head Referee)

Answer: (B)

In on-platform judging at national meets, a three-person panel is used to ensure fair, accurate, and consistent calls. The two Side Referees watch the lift from different angles and signal whether the lift meets the federation’s criteria for a good lift or a fault. The Head Referee oversees the process, tracks the lifter’s commands and timing, and has the final say if there’s any disagreement or need for interpretation. With three referees, a lift is approved when the majority signals a good lift, which reduces the chance of a single observer’s view affecting the outcome and helps maintain safety and fairness across all attempts. Hence, the standard panel size is the Head Referee plus two Side Referees.

In on-platform judging at national meets, a three-person panel is used to ensure fair, accurate, and consistent calls. The two Side Referees watch the lift from different angles and signal whether the lift meets the federation’s criteria for a good lift or a fault. The Head Referee oversees the process, tracks the lifter’s commands and timing, and has the final say if there’s any disagreement or need for interpretation. With three referees, a lift is approved when the majority signals a good lift, which reduces the chance of a single observer’s view affecting the outcome and helps maintain safety and fairness across all attempts. Hence, the standard panel size is the Head Referee plus two Side Referees.