A Rules for Foot Orienteering Events - Orienteering USA

D.4.6 If the host requests exceptions to these rules, or if after sanctioning is received the
host does not follow these rules and the procedures of the Trail Orienteering
Committee, then the Trail Orienteering Committee may deny or remove
sanctioning, or in extenuating circumstances authorize exceptions to these rules or
Trail Orienteering Committee procedures.
D.4.7 When the Trail Orienteering Committee authorizes an exception to these rules
these exceptions shall be clearly stated in the Invitation. In addition the
Chairperson of the Trail Orienteering Committee shall notify the Orienteering
USA Executive Committee and the Chairperson of the Rules Committee as to the
exceptions that were authorized.
D.4.8 Decisions of the Trail Orienteering Committee may be appealed to the Executive
Committee of Orienteering USA by sending a letter stating the reasons for the
appeal to the President of Orienteering USA and a copy to the Chairperson of the
Trail Orienteering Committee.
D.4.9 In the event the meet is sanctioned before the map is completed, the Trail
Orienteering Committee will oversee and assist with the production of the map to
assure it is suitable.
D.5 Key Personnel
D.5.1 The Meet Director is appointed by the host and listed on the sanctioning
application and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the event. The Meet
Director shall insure that all the officials and assistants know and abide by these
Rules. The Meet Director shall obtain all necessary permission from landowners,
and forestry, state, and other pertinent officials and should aim for a good
relationship with other users of the event site and site officials.
D.5.2 The Course Setter is appointed by the host and listed on the sanctioning
application and is responsible for designing and overseeing the setting of all
courses.
D.5.3 The Course Vetter is appointed by the host and listed on the sanctioning
application and is responsible for checking all aspects of the course setting.
D.5.4 The Meet Registrar is appointed by the host and listed on the sanctioning
application and is responsible for handling the entries for the event.
D.5.5 The Map Coordinator is appointed by the host and listed on the sanctioning
application and is responsible for insuring the accuracy, appropriateness, and
proper formatting of the maps used for competition.
D.5.6 The five positions listed above must be covered by no fewer than three different
people (Course Setter, Course Vetter, and one other key staff member).
D.5.7 An Event Consultant may be appointed by the Trail Orienteering Committee.