57 Results for group: training-referees-all

PO#25 – Refereeing the in-goal area

Recent law changes have brought the ‘in-goal’ area into closer focus than ever before.  Referees need to be aware of any changes to the usual laws or patterns of play which are impacted by the in-goal area.  This PO addresses the issue law by law where there are references to ‘in-goal’. This PO is complemented ... More

Tackle Height – So now we know

This is a copy of the presentation on PO#23  - Tackle Height Domestic Law Variation given by Roger Bowden (Chairman) at the extra Society meeting on 23rd May 2023. More

PO#23 – Tackle Height Domestic Law Variation

This PO was presented at the extra Society meeting on 23rd May 2023. It summarises the Tackle Height Domestic Law Variation (DLV) using the text from the RFU guidelines for implementing the DLV and further considerations and clarifications raised during the various consultation exercises. It is further annotated with ... More

PO#17 – Refereeing Global Law Trials January 2023

This Preferred Options paper provides guidance on the Global Law Trials that apply from January 2023. Though the focus is on elite rugby, the general principles cover the whole game. (This paper replaces the previous PO#17, which covered the now redundant Covid-related guidance.)   More

Match Official Abuse – Society Guide for Referees

This is a copy of the presentation given by Roger Bowden, M&DRURS Chairman, at the October 2022 meeting on Match Official Abuse. It covers the "five deadly sins" that constitute abuse and provides practical guidance for referees. Other relevant resources: PO#1 - Authority and Gaining Respect Match Official ... More

Presentation given at pre-season meetings August 2022

This is a copy of the presentation given by Andy McMillan (Chairman of Training & Development) at the pre-season meetings held in August 2022. The following topics are covered: Updates to laws and rules (awareness raising) Refereeing courses through RFU and Society Clarifications on issues arising since ... More

PO#15 Supplement – RFU Match Official Safeguarding Guidelines

These guidelines were issued by the RFU to referees' societies in August 2022. The guidelines complement PO#15, "Safeguarding and Child Protection". More

PO#15 – Safeguarding and Child Protection

This PO (#15) summarises key points from the Society's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy See also the supplement to this PO: RFU Match Official Safeguarding Guidelines More

PO#18 – Sanctions and Dealing with Foul Play Plus Managing Yellow and Red Cards

This PO paper contains Society advice and guidance on the often challenging area of dealing with foul play and applying the necessary sanctions. More

PO#22 – Refereeing the Breakdown

Refereeing the Breakdown - PO#22 December 2021 More