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PURPOSE

3.2

ISSF CHAMPIONSHIPS

3.3

ISSF EVENTS

3.4

RANKING SYSTEM

3.5

ADMINISTRATION AND CONTROL OF THE ISSF CHAMPIONSHIPS

3.6

RANGES AND OTHER FACILITIES

3.7

PARTICIPATION AND ISSF ATHLETES

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COMPETITION PROCEDURES

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PROTOCOL

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RECORDS

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PURPOSE

3.1.1	The General Regulations of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF)
govern shooting sport competitions (Championships) according to Articles
1.1.4.1, 1.1.4.8 and 1.1.4.9 ISSF Constitution.
3.2

ISSF CHAMPIONSHIPS

3.2.1	ISSF Championships are divided in three categories concerning therequirements for Organizers and the conditions that they have to fulfil:
Those requirements are specified in the Guidelines for Organizing ISSF
Championships (A separate Manual, available at the ISSF Headquarters).
Level 1
- World Championships- World Championships Rifle/Pistol- World Championships Shotgun- Final Tournament of the Year
- World Cups with Olympic Quota Places allocation-	Continental Championships/Continental Games with Olympic Quota Places
allocation
Level 2
- World Cups
- World Championships Running Target- World Championships Juniors- Youth Olympic Games Qualifying competitions- Continental Championships
Level 3- Grand Prix tournaments- Other competitions organized according to the ISSF Rules and Regulations
3.2.2	The ISSF Championships are organized by Member Federations that arechosen by the Executive Committee.
3.2.3

World Championships

3.2.3.1	World Championships for all events must be organized every four years, twoyears after the Olympic Games. In other years, with the exception of the year
in which the Olympic Games take place, separate World Championships
for Shotgun as well as Rifle and Pistol events must be organized. WorldChampionships Juniors for all events must be organized every two years
in the year of the Olympic Games and the second year after the Olympic
Games (even numbered years). Continental Championships should beorganized at least every two (2) years as decided by the respective Continental
Confederations.
[As of 1 January 2025 (i.e., relevant for World Championships to be organized
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3.2.3.2 	World Championships for all events among Men and Women must beorganized every four years, two years after the Olympic Games. In otheryears, with the exception of the year in which the Olympic Games take place,separate World Championships for Shotgun as well as Rifle and Pistol events
among Men and Women must be organized.
World Championships Juniors for all events among Men Junior and Women
Junior must be organized every two years in the year of the Olympic Gamesand the second year after the Olympic Games (even numbered years).
In other years (uneven numbered years), separate World Championships
Juniors for Shotgun as well as Rifle and Pistol events among Men Junior and
Women Junior must be organized.
Continental Championships should be organized at least every two (2) years
as decided by the respective Continental Confederations.
3.2.4

Application for ISSF Championships
A Member Federation desiring to organize an ISSF Championship must submit
its application to the Secretary General at least one (1) month in advance of
the Executive Committee meeting where the host federation will be chosen.

3.2.4.1

The application should include:a) An official statement from the appropriate government agency and/or National Olympic Committee, indicating the support to be given to theorganization of the Championships;b) A statement that all the requirements of the ISSF Constitution will beobserved;c) A statement that the organizing federation will invite all ISSF Member
Federations;d) A description of the existing or proposed shooting ranges and othernecessary facilities that must meet ISSF requirements;e) Information regarding the proposed organization, cost of accommodation,
time of transportation to and from ranges, transportation fees for transfer
airport – official hotel – airport and any training fees;f) A statement listing the events the Federation proposes to include in the
programme.

3.2.5 	If no application is received, or if the Federation selected to organize the WorldChampionships withdraws, the Executive Committee must select another
Federation to organize the World Championships. Or, if no single Federation
can be found, select neighbouring Federations to organize the WorldChampionships together in separate groups of events.
3.2.6 	Withdrawal is only possible with the approval of the Executive Committee.
Unapproved withdrawal is subject to the assessment of a fine, or thesuspension of membership or the suspension of participation at ISSF
Championships for a certain time to be decided by the Council.

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ISSF EVENTS

3.3.1

Events recognized by the ISSF in Rifle, Pistol and Shotgun disciplines are:Name of Event
10m Air Rifle
50m Rifle 3 Positions
50m Rifle Prone
300m Rifle 3 Positions
300m Rifle Prone
300m Standard Rifle
10m Air Pistol
25m Pistol
25m Rapid Fire Pistol
25m Centre Fire Pistol
25m Standard Pistol
50m Pistol
Trap
Double Trap
Skeet
10m Running Target
10m Running Target Mixed
50m Running Target
50m Running Target Mixed
Target Sprint

3.3.2

The ISSF recognizes individual, Mixed Team, Team and Open events.

3.3.2.1 	Individual events are events in which individual athletes of the same gendercompete against each other.
3.3.2.2

Mixed Team events are for the Teams with two members, one of each gender.

3.3.2.3 	Team events are for Teams with three (3) members of the same gender. Only
full Teams of three (3) athletes will be ranked in the Team results list.
3.3.2.4	Open events are individual events with athletes of both genders competing
together in one event.
3.3.3	Formats of the ISSF recognized events must be approved by the Executive
Committee.
3.3.4 	New events can be added to the list of ISSF recognized events after thefollowing conditions have been met:
3.3.4.1

the appropriate ISSF Committee develops rules for the event,

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3.3.4.2 	the Executive Committee (Article 1.8.2.5 ISSF Constitution) approves therules.
3.3.5	Olympic Events (ISSF recognized events included in the programme of the
Olympic Games by the IOC)
Olympic Events are conducted in accordance with Rifle, Pistol and Shotgun
Technical rules approved by the Executive Committee in accordancewith Article 1.8.2.12 of the ISSF Constitution. Each Olympic event has a“Qualification” round and a “Final.”
3.3.6

Programme of the ISSF Championships

3.3.6.1 	The programme of the ISSF Championships is composed of the ISSF
recognized events and must be approved by the Executive Committee.
3.3.6.2	The mandatory events of the respective ISSF Championship programme
are determined by the Executive Committee and additional events may be
included upon proposal by the Organizers.
The list of mandatory events approved by the Executive Committee can befound at the start of section 6 General Technical Rules.
3.3.6.3 	If 300m Rifle events cannot be included, the Executive Committee shouldchoose a national federation to organize a separate 300m Rifle WorldChampionship in the same year as the World Championships.
3.3.6.4 	If Running Target events cannot be included, the Executive Committee shouldchoose a national federation to organize a separate Running Target WorldChampionship in the same year as the World Championships.
3.3.6.5 	In all ISSF Championships a “Qualification” round and the “Final” areconducted in the Olympic events in Individual, Mixed Team, and Team events
that are part of the respective Championship’s programme.
3.3.7 	Events in the Continental Championships are decided by the Continental
Confederations and must be events recognized by the ISSF.
3.4

RANKING SYSTEM

3.4.1 	The ISSF establishes official Rankings that determine the placing of athletes
according to their achievements in the ISSF Championships during adesignated time frame.
3.4.2 	The ISSF Ranking system is established by the Executive Committee.
The current ISSF Ranking system can be found under Annex 3 to the General
Regulations.
3.5

ADMINISTRATION AND CONTROL OF THE ISSF CHAMPIONSHIPS

3.5.1

General3.5.1.1 	After the host of the ISSF Championship is approved by the Executive
Committee, the ISSF and the respective National Federation must sign the
Host Federation Agreement (HFA) within 30 days after the approval.
3.5.1.2 	Every National Federation that earns the right to host the ISSF Championshipmust create an Organizing Committee responsible for administrating anddelivering the Championship according to ISSF General Regulations, the HFAand the Guidelines for Organizing ISSF Championships.

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cooperation with the ISSF Headquarters and the Technical Delegate/s.
3.5.2 	To coordinate the cooperation with Organizers of the ISSF Championships
and to control the fulfilment of all the obligations for the preparations of thecompetitions by the Organizers, the ISSF Executive Committee appoints one(1) or two (2) Technical Delegates.
3.5.2.1 	In order that the Technical Delegates can carry out these responsibilities, theymust be invited at the expense of the ISSF to the site of the Championships atleast once, 10 to 12 months before the Championship, and again, not less than
three (3) days before the official arrival day.
3.5.2.2 	Technical Delegates must have experience of officiating at major ISSF
Championships and shall not be members of the federation(s) hosting therespective ISSF Championship.
3.5.3 	To control the fulfilment of the ISSF General Technical Rules during thecompetitions and to guarantee the objective outcome of official results andrankings, a Competition Jury must be appointed for all ISSF Championships.
3.5.3.1 	Members of the Competition Jury must be approved by the Executive
Committee.
3.5.3.2 	The Competition Jury must include judges with experience of officiating at
major ISSF Championships in respective disciplines, result production andequipment control.
3.5.3.3 	The exact number of the Competition Jury members depends upon the levelof the ISSF Championship, the competition schedule, and the existence ofsufficient numbers of experienced range officers, supporting officials andreferees provided by the Organizers.
3.5.3.4 	All members of the Competition Jury must have a valid respective ISSF Judges
licence.
3.5.3.5 	The Chairman of the Competition Jury is personally responsible for theobjective outcome of all results and rankings at the ISSF Championship.
3.5.3.6

Technical Delegates are authorized to create a Jury of Appeal, if necessary.

3.5.3.7 	The Jury of Appeal must consist of three (3) to five (5) members, including achairman. One (1) member should be from the national federation organizing
the Championship.
3.5.4 	The travel expenses of the Technical Delegates, Jury members and other ISSF
appointed officials are borne by the Organizing Committee up to a maximum of€1,300. A per diem of €50,00 per day is paid by the ISSF.
The costs for accommodation of the Technical Delegates, Jury Members andthe ISSF appointed officials are borne by the Organizing Committee.
The costs for the local transportation of the Technical Delegates, Jury
Members and other ISSF appointed officials are borne by the Organizing
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RANGES AND OTHER FACILITIES

3.6.1

The following range installations are required:
World
Championships

Olympic
Games

World Cups

Grand Prix

Final
Hall/Range

300m targets

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50m targets

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60

60

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25m targets

10 groups

6 groups

8 groups

6 groups

3 groups

Trap

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3

5

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Double Trap

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Skeet

5

3

5

3

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50m Running
Target Ranges

2

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10m Running
Target Ranges

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10m Air Rifle
and Air Pistol

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60

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3.6.1.1	Upon any proposal of the Organizers and approval of the Executive Committee
the number of 10m and 50m targets in the Qualification Hall can be lower than
indicted in 6.4.1, dependent on the expected number of participants and thepreliminary competition schedule.
3.6.1.2	Upon any proposal of the Organizers and approval of the Executive Committee
the number of Trap and Skeet ranges for Qualification can be lower than
indicated in 6.4.1, but a Final Range must be provided.
3.6.2

Result Production

3.6.2.1 	The competitions venue must be equipped in accordance with the official ISSF
General Technical Rules.
3.6.2.2 	Electronic target systems, of makers and models approved by the ISSF must
be used for Rifle and Pistol events Qualification and Final stages at all ISSF
Championships.
3.6.2.3 	The ISSF Technical Delegates are responsible for examining the ranges andother facilities to ensure that they meet ISSF standards and are suitable for
conducting Championships. The Technical Committee will provide checklists
in accordance with the ISSF Rules and Regulations for use by the TechnicalDelegates in examining the ranges and facilities (available from ISSF
Headquarters).
3.6.2.4 	Ranges to be used for World Championships should be completed one (1)year in advance. If the range is not completed, the detailed plans, construction
schedule and financial plan must be submitted to the Secretary General one(1) year in advance, and the range must be completed three (3) months inadvance.

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PARTICIPATION AND ISSF ATHLETES

3.7.1 	Only ISSF Member Federations may participate in the ISSF Championships.
Member Federations participating in Continental Championships andContinental Games must be members of the Continental Confederation.
3.7.2 	An ISSF Member Federation that is not accepted as a member by its
own Continental Confederation, or is not allowed to participate in its
own Continental Championships, may be invited by another Continental
Confederation to participate in its Continental Championships and Continental
Games with the right to awards and records.
3.7.3	Team officials participating in ISSF Championships must abide by the ISSF
Rules and Regulations
3.7.4

ISSF Athletes

3.7.4.1 	To participate in any of the ISSF Championships all athletes must obtain an
ISSF ID Number and sign an “Athlete’s Declaration”.
3.7.4.2 	Any athlete must be a national of the country he/she represents.
3.7.4.3 	All disputes relating to the determination of the country which an athlete may
represent shall be resolved by the ISSF Executive Committee.
3.7.4.4 	An athlete who is a national of two (2) or more countries at the same time
may represent either one (1) of them, as he may select. However, after
having represented one (1) country in the Olympic Games or in any ISSF
Championships, he may not represent another country unless he meets theconditions set forth in paragraphs below that apply to persons who havechanged their nationality or acquired a new nationality.
3.7.4.5 	An athlete who has represented one (1) country in the Olympic Games or in
any ISSF Championship, and who has changed his nationality or acquired a
new nationality, may participate in ISSF Championships to represent his new
country provided that at least three (3) years have passed since the athlete last
represented his former country. This period may be reduced or even cancelled,with the agreement of the Federations concerned and the ISSF Executive
Committee, which takes into account the circumstances of each case.
3.7.4.6 	If an associated State, province or overseas department, a country or colony
acquires independence, if a country becomes incorporated within anothercountry by reason of a change of border, if a country merges with anothercountry, or if a new NOC is recognized by the IOC, an athlete may continue torepresent the country to which he belongs or belonged. However, he may, if heprefers, elect to represent his country or be entered in ISSF Championships by
his new Federation when recognized by the ISSF. This particular choice may
be made only once.
3.7.4.7 	Furthermore, in all cases in which an athlete would be eligible to participate
in ISSF Championships, either by representing another country than his or byhaving the choice as to the country which such athlete intends to represent,
the ISSF Executive Committee may take all decisions of a general or individual
nature with regard to issues resulting from nationality, citizenship, domicile orresidence of any athlete, including the duration of any waiting period.
3.7.4.8 	The period following naturalization may be reduced or even cancelled withthe agreement of the two (2) National Federations concerned and the final
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3.7.4.9 	After naturalization and change of nationality an athlete must obtain a new ID
number reflecting the new nationality.
3.7.4.10 	An official declaration of eligibility for each athlete will be required from theMember Federation.
3.7.4.11 	Age of ISSF Athletes
There is no age limit for participation in ISSF Championships.
3.7.4.12 	Juniors
Athletes will remain as Juniors until the 31st December of the year in which
they become 21 years of age. Any athlete born between the 1st January andthe 31st December, will cease to be a Junior on the 31st December of thatyear. Juniors may participate in all ISSF Championships and the Olympic
Games as members of their national team.
3.7.4.13 	The final ranking at the ISSF Championships can be established showing
Juniors but an athlete can be part of the final ranking in one category only.
3.7.4.14 	Events for Juniors should be chosen from the recognized ISSF events, or be
events designed to support the development of junior athletes.
3.7.4.15 	Events for Juniors should be included in Continental Championships bydecision of the Continental Confederation.
3.7.5

The number of participants in the ISSF Championships

3.7.5.1 	The number of participants from each nation is determined by the ISSF
Executive Committee.
3.7.5.2 	In the World Championships each nation can enter a maximum of three (3)athletes in Individual events, two (2) Mixed Teams in respective Mixed Team
events and one (1) Team in the respective Team events.
3.7.5.3 	In the World Championships, each nation can enter a maximum of six (6)Junior athletes in Individual Events. A maximum of three (3) athletes of one
nation (the three top ranked after Qualification) may proceed to the Final.
3.7.5.4 	In the other ISSF Championships each nation can enter a maximum of five(5) athletes in individual events but only three (3) of them can be registered tocompete in the Final for the medals. The other two (2) can only compete forthe ranking points.
3.7.5.5 	Any of the athletes entered in an ISSF Championship can be registered for theMixed Team and Team events while respecting the number of Mixed Teams
and Teams allowed to be entered by one nation.
3.7.5.6 	Replacements of the athletes may be made only in the Team events, but only
from those already registered for this Championship.
3.7.5.7 	When events for Juniors are scheduled in the World Championships,
the number of athletes allowed per event is the same as in the WorldChampionship Juniors.
3.7.5.8 	In World Championships, juniors may participate in the men’s and the women’scompetitions, but in one (1) category only at the same Championships (placeand dates).

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in this event as a member of the national team, even if they participate inanother junior event in the same Championship.
3.7.5.10 	The participating federation is responsible for the travel and living expenses ofteam members. The Organizing Committee must provide transportation fromthe local airport or railway station to the official hotels and from the official
hotels to the range. The cost for transfer from the airport(s) to the official hotels
and back may be charged when approved by the Executive Committee of the
ISSF.
3.8

COMPETITION PROCEDURES

3.8.1 	The ISSF General Regulations and the applicable current ISSF General
Technical Rules and respective rules for the disciplines will govern the conduct
of events in all ISSF Championships.
3.8.2

Programmes

3.8.2.1 	The Preliminary Programme prepared by the Organizing Committee mustbe submitted by the Technical Delegate to the ISSF Secretary General for
examination at least 8 months prior to the Championship.
3.8.2.2 	The schedule for the mandatory events of the World Championships should
not exceed sixteen (16) days. At the option of the Organizing Committee,
the ranges may be opened for additional training days before official training
begins.
3.8.2.3 	The Final Programme prepared by the Organizing Committee must be
submitted by the Technical Delegate for approval by the ISSF Secretary
General at least 6 months prior to the Championship.
3.8.2.4 	The General Information letter prepared by the Organizing Committee must
be distributed among the Member Federations upon approval by the TechnicalDelegate at least 5 months prior to the Championship.
3.8.3

Entries

3.8.3.1

Preliminary Entries
Each national federation entering the Championship must submit a preliminary
entry to the Organizing Committee. The preliminary entry must list allindividual, Mixed Team and Team events in which the national federation will
participate. Preliminary entries must be received by the Organizing Committee
at least thirty (30) days before the official arrival day. Any Preliminary entry
sent after this date will be entered on a waiting list according to the date of
the receipt of the entry and it may be that the participation is only possible
if targets/places are available. The Organizing Committee must inform the
Nations in question of any such change immediately after these entries arereceived.

3.8.3.2

Final Entries
Final Entries must be entered in the ISSF on-line registration system forwarded
directly to the ISSF by fax or e-mail before midnight (Munich time) of the 30th
day before the official arrival day. The final entries to the ISSF may be madevia the ISSF online registration. The final entry must list the names and ID
Numbers of all athletes. The final entry must list the names and dates of birthof all officials with their function. All Final entries must be completed at least
three (3) days before the official arrival day.
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3.8.3.3 	Any additional entries received after the deadline of three (3) days before theofficial arrival day may be rejected by the Organizing Committee.
3.8.3.4 	Replacement of a registered athlete by another already registered athlete forthat Championship is permitted. This change can only be made before12:00
pm (noon) on the day before the Pre-Event Training for that event.
3.8.4

Fees

3.8.4.1	Entry fees must be paid to the Organizing Committee upon request.
3.8.4.2 	The following Entry fees are applicable (amounts in Euro):a) World Championships and World Cups:- Individual entry – 170;
- Mixed Team – 170;
- Team – 170; -Official – 50.

b) World Championships Juniors:- Individual entry – 170;
- Mixed Team – 100;
- Team – 150; -Official – 50.

c) Grand Prix tournaments:- Individual entry – 120;
- Mixed Team – 120;
- Team – 120; -Official – 50.

3.8.4.3	A reasonable fee for training that is not part of the Championship’s schedule
may be charged when approved by the Executive Committee.
3.8.4.4	Any federation reducing the number of athletes and / or officials after the Final
Entry Deadline is obligated to pay all applicable fees and costs including entry
fees according to the number of athletes and entries on the Final Entry Forms
originally received. If the applicable fees and costs are not paid no member ofthat federation may participate.
3.8.4.5	Any entry requested and accepted after the final entry deadline will incur a lateentry fee of 50 Euro for each athlete entered in each event.
3.8.4.6	The Entry fees for the Continental Championships are established by theContinental Confederations.
3.8.5 	Information to be sent to ISSF Headquarters by the Organizer/the
Organizing Committee
3.8.5.1 	Copies of all invitations, programmes and entry forms for all ISSF
Championships must be sent to the Secretary General.
3.8.5.2 	One (1) copy of the official result lists of each event must be sent to the ISSF
Headquarters via Fax and/or e-mail immediately after it has been verified, but
not later than the end of the competition day.
3.8.5.3 	Three (3) copies of the official result lists must be sent to the ISSF Secretariat
no later than three (3) days after the completion of the events. A list showing
the number of countries and the number of athletes participating in eachdiscipline, by events, must be included with the results lists.

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Doping Control
Doping control at all ISSF Championships must be done in all events andcategories as specified in the ISSF Anti-Doping Rules.

3.8.7

Olympic Games

3.8.7.1 	The athletes’ participation quota at the Olympic Games in established by theIOC.
3.8.7.2 	The Qualification system is established by the ISSF Executive Committee andapproved by the IOC.
3.8.7.3 	The ISSF supervises the Olympic Games through one (1) or two (2) TechnicalDelegates approved by the ISSF Executive Committee.
3.8.7.4 	In order that the Technical Delegates can carry out their responsibilities theymust be invited at the expense of the Organizing Committee to the site of the
Olympic Games at least two times in the years leading up to the Games, oneof which must be 10 to 12 months before the Games. This is in addition to any
Test Event and the Games themselves where the TDs are to arrive not lessthan five (5) days before the Opening Ceremony.
3.8.7.5 	Programmes, schedules, forms and other details must be received by the
ISSF, checked and agreed with the Organizing Committee.
3.8.7.6 	Entries in the Olympic Games must be made using the procedures specified
in the ISSF General Regulations except that schedules or special procedures
established by the ISSF or IOC will prevail.
3.8.7.7 	Anti-Doping Control in the Olympic Games will be conducted according
to the procedures established by the IOC. Anti-Doping Control in all ISSF
Championships will be conducted in all events and categories according toprocedures established by the ISSF Anti-Doping Regulations.
3.9

PROTOCOL

3.9.1 	The holding and the format of an opening and closing ceremonies at ISSF
Championships are guided by the applicable ISSF Guidelines for Organizing
ISSF Championship.
3.9.2 	In the ISSF Championships the Organizing Committee must award:
3.9.2.1 	Championship medals in gold, silver and bronze colours to the first three (3)individual event winners. A minimum of 15 athletes in individual events or 10
athletes in junior individual events must participate in order that individual
medals shall be awarded.
3.9.2.2 	Championship medals in gold, silver and bronze colours to each member ofthe first three (3) Mixed Team events winners. A minimum of ten (10) Mixed
Teams in each of the events must participate in order that Mixed Team medals
shall be awarded.
3.9.2.3 	Championship medals in gold, silver and bronze colours to each member ofthe first three (3) Team events winners. A minimum of five (5) Teams in each
event must participate in order that Team medals shall be awarded.
3.9.3 	If the above-mentioned minimums of participants are not reached, the event
will be declared an “International Championship” of the nation which organized
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3.9.4 	A commemorative medal, of a different design from the Championship medals
shall be given by the Organizing Committee to each athlete, team official,judge and delegate.
3.9.5 	The design of all official awards and the official symbol must be submitted to
the Secretary General for approval by the Executive Committee at least two (2)months in advance.
3.9.6 	A Victory ceremony must be held for each Championship event, at which theflags of the first three (3) winners in Individual, Mixed Team or Team must be
raised while the anthem of the winner’s nation is played.
3.10

RECORDS3.10.1 	Records may be established in all recognized ISSF events in the Olympic
Games and all ISSF Championships.
3.10.2 	ISSF recognizes Historical records, Olympic records, World records,
Qualification World records and Championship records.
3.10.2.1 	Historical records are records established before December 31, 2020 in allrecognized ISSF men’s, women’s, and juniors’ events in Olympic Gamesand World Championships, World Cups, World Cup Finals, Continental
Championships and Continental Games conducted according to the ISSF
Rules and Regulations.
3.10.2.2 	Olympic records are records established at the Olympic Games and Youth
Olympic Games.
3.10.2.3 	World Championship records are records established at the WorldChampionships and World Championships for Juniors.
3.10.2.4 	World records are records established during a Final in any ISSF
Championship.
3.10.2.5 	Records can be established in Qualification (Qualification part 1, if there ismore than one part in Qualification) and Eliminations.
3.10.3 	The ISSF will issue a Record diploma to individual athletes, Mixed Team orTeam members who establish a Record.
3.10.4 	The Technical Delegate(s) must submit reports for recognition of all Records.
3.11

MEDIA RELATIONS

3.11.1 	The Media Coverage, Broadcasting and Advertising Rights of all ISSF
World Championships, World Cups and other ISSF official events (General
Assemblies, Congresses, etc.) are the property of the International Shooting
Sport Federation.
3.11.2 	Press, radio and television services must be given all cooperation andassistance to ensure the free flow of public information and communication.
Necessary facilities including telecommunications, must be available prior toand during the Championships.
3.11.3	Provisions for interviews, photography and other media requirements will bemade by the Organizing Committee to ensure that media personnel haveaccess to athletes and team leaders; provided that such arrangements do
not inconvenience the individual(s) concerned. Media representatives may
communicate with athletes through their respective team leaders.

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GENERAL3.12.1 	Alterations of the General Regulations may only be made by the Council inaccordance with Article 1.7.3.1.a) ISSF Constitution.
3.12.2 	Upon approval, alterations become effective upon publication on the ISSF
Website.
3.13

ANNEXES

3.13.1 	The General Regulations may be extended by the Council or the Executive
Committee by annexes.
3.13.2 	The annexes to the General Regulations may not contravene the General
Regulations.
3.14

APPROVAL
These General Regulations were approved by the Ordinary General Assemblyof the ISSF on October 30th, 1982 in Caracas, Venezuela, and replace the“General Regulations, edition 1977” and became effective on November
15th,1982 (revised, amended and corrected by the General Assembly of ISSF
on July29th, 1988 in Madrid, ESP). This edition includes amendments andcorrections approved by the General Assemblies of the ISSF on August 14th,
1990 in Moscow, URS and on April 27th, 1992 in Barcelona, ESP and on July
22nd, 1994 in Milan, ITA, on April 20th, 1996 in Atlanta, USA and on July 15th,
1998 in Barcelona, ESP, on 21st March 2000 in Sydney, AUS, on April 18th,
2004 in Athens, GRE, on April 10th, 2008 in Beijing, CHN on June 25th, 2017
in Munich, Germany, by the Extraordinary General Assembly on November
30th, 2019 in Munich, Germany and by the ISSF Council in January, June and
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Article 3.12.3.1, Annex “Q”

Special Regulations for the Participationin the Shooting Sport Events of the
Olympic Games in Paris 2024
To follow

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Athlete Declaration and ISSF ID Number
Application Form
1.	To participate in ISSF Championships it is mandatory for all athletes to have an
ISSF Identification Number (ISSF ID Number).
2.	The ISSF Member Federation of the athlete must submit an application for theissue of the ISSF ID Number on the form that follows.
3.	Each athlete must be a national of the country that they represent and must
provide a copy of the passport with their application.
4.

Each athlete may only apply for one (1) ISSF ID Number.

5.

A fee of Euro 50.00 is charged for the issue of each ID Number.

6.	The ISSF Member Federations must send all applications for ISSF ID Numbers
to the ISSF. Only typed or e-mail application(s) will be accepted.
7.	The ISSF will send the ISSF Member Federations a list with all new ISSF
ID Numbers within 14 days after the application(s) are submitted. The ISSF
Member Federations must check and approve this list and return it to the ISSF.
No response will be taken as approval.
8.	Express application (issue within one (1) week) increases the fee to Euro
100.00.
9.	If an athlete changes his/her name or nationality, the ISSF must be notified
without delay, so that necessary changes can be made by the ISSF. The
original ISSF ID Number will not change, but the ISSF must correct dataassociated with the ISSF ID Number.

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ISSF Athlete Declaration
1.	I hereby confirm that I am aware of the rules and regulations of the ISSF
and penalties in force for the official competitions of ISSF, including the rules
relating to the fight against doping. I agree to submit to the doping control
tests, to accept the results of such tests and to abide by the respective
regulations in their prevailing form at any given time.
2.	I agree that any dispute arising between myself and ISSF which cannot besettled amicably and which remains once the procedures provided for in the
ISSF Regulations have been exhausted, shall be settled finally by a tribunal
composed in accordance with the Statute and Regulations of the Court of
Arbitration for Sport, Lausanne, to the exclusion of any recourse to ordinary
courts. The parties undertake to comply with the said Statute and Regulations
and to accept in good faith the award rendered and in no way hinder its
execution.
Date

Place

Signature athlete
In case of minor age,name of legal representative
Signature of legal representative

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ISSF ID Number
The ISSF Member Federation ofherewith applies for the issue of an ISSF ID Number which is necessary for theparticipation in ISSF supervised competitions and championships for the following athlete:
Family Name(s):Given Name(s):Maiden Name(s):Nationality:
Preferred name forpublic use (for use
with media, result
lists, etc.)

First Name

Family Name

Gender:Male

FemaleDate of Birth:Day

Event(s):Rifle 

Year

Month
Pistol RT 

Trap DT 

Skeet Name who signs
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Signature offederation:

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Francais:1.

Je reconnais avoir pris connaissance de la réglementation et des sanctions
en vigueur dans les compétitions oficielles de l´ISSF en ce qui concerne lalutte contre le dopage. Je donne mon accord pour me soumettre aux tests
de contrôle de dopage, accepter les résultats de ces tests, me soumettre aurèglement concerné sous la forme en vigueur à tout moment donné.

2.

J´accepte que tout litige survenant entre moi-même et l´ISSF, lequel nepourrait être réglé à l´amiable et subsisterait après toutes les procédures
prévues par les réglements de l´ISSF, soit tranché définitivement par un
tribunal constitué conformément au Statut et au Règlement du Tribunal
Arbitral du Sport, Lausanne, à l´exclusion de tout recours à des tribunaux
ordinaires. Les parties s´engagent à se conformer aux dits Statut etRèglement et à se soumettre de bonne foi à la sentence qui sera rendue et àne pas entraver son exécution.

German:1.

Ich erkläre hiermit, dass mir die Bestimmungen und Strafen bekannt sind, die
für offizielle Wettkämpfe der ISSF zur Bekämpfung des Dopings in Kraft sind.
Ich erkläre mein Einverständnis, mich den Dopingkontrolluntersuchungen
zu unterziehen, die Ergebnisse solcher Untersuchungen anzunehmen unddie entsprechenden Vorschriften in ihrer jeweils gültigen Form zu jeder Zeiteinzuhalten.

2.

Ich erkläre mein Einverständnis, dass jeder Streit, der zwischen mir und
der ISSF entsteht und nicht freundschaftlich erledigt werden kann, undder nach Ausschöpfung der Verfahrensvorschriften, die in den ISSF
Regeln vorgesehen sind, offen bleibt, endgültig durch ein Schiedsgericht
entschieden werden soll, welches in Übereinstimmung mit den Statuten undRegeln des Schiedsgerichts für Sport in Lausanne (CAS) zusammengestellt
wird unter Ausschluss der Anrufung ordentlicher Gerichte. Die Parteien
verpflichten sich, die erwähnten Statuten und Regeln zu beachten und die
Entscheidung im guten Glauben anzunehmen und ihre Durchsetzung inkeiner Weise zu behindern.

Espanol:1.

Confirmo haber tomado conocimiento de la reglamentación y de lassanciones en vigor en las competiciones oficiales de la ISSF respecto a lalucha contra el doping. Estoy de acuerdo en someterme a las pruebas decontrol de doping, aceptar sus resultados y respetar el Reglamento tal como
esté en vigor en cualquier momento dado.

2.

Estoy de acuerdo en que todo litigio entre mí mismo(a) y la ISSF que nopueda resolverse de forma amistosa, aún después de los procedimientos
previstos por la ISSF, se decida definitivamente por un tribunal constituido
de acuerdo con los Estatutos y el Reglamento del Tribunal de Arbitraje delDeporte, Lausana sin posibilidad de recurso a los tribunales ordinarios. Las
partes en litigio se comprometen a respetar tales Estatutos y Reglamento,
aceptar de buena fe la sentencia pronunciada y no dificultar su ejecución.

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General Procedures for
Organizing Committees
The general procedures for ISSF Championship Organizing Committees are found inseveral different ISSF documents. Organizers should begin by examining the following
ISSF Rules and Regulations:• ISSF General Regulations, 3.1 – 3.14
• ISSF General Technical Rules, 6.1 – 6.23, and all official ISSF documents that arereferenced in the General Technical Rules.
Reference must also be made to the following ISSF Special Technical Rules, asapplicable for the Championship:• ISSF Rifle Rules, 7.1 - 7.8• ISSF Pistol Rules, 8.1 - 8.14
• ISSF Shotgun Rules, 9.1 – 9.20
• ISSF Running Target Rules, 10.1 – 10.16• ISSF Target Sprint Rules, 11.1 – 11.21
Detailed steps to plan and prepare for a Championship are found in the following
document:• Guidelines for Organizing ISSF Championships, and all official ISSF documents thatare referenced in the Guidelines.
The Guidelines are updated on an annual basis so Organizers must ensure that theyobtain the most recent version that is posted on the ISSF website. The Guidelines for
Organizing ISSF Championships also include several Annexes or additional documentsthat must be used by appropriate members of the Organizing Committee.
If any Organizer has questions or requires additional Information, they are urged tocontact the ISSF Event Manager at ISSF Headquarters or the ISSF Technical Delegate
who was appointed for the Championship.

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Article 3.12.3.4, Annex “W”

Application Procedures for ISSF WorldChampionships and World Cups
The ISSF General Assembly chooses World Championship organizers in accordancewith the ISSF General Regulations, 3.2.3. An ISSF Member Federation that wants toorganize a World Championship must submit a proposal to the Secretary General one(1) month in advance of the General Assembly where the organizing federation will bechosen. Applicants must complete an Application for an ISSF World Championshipand submit it to the Secretary General with all required documentation.
The Executive Committee chooses World Cup organizers in accordance with the ISSF
General Regulations 3.2.4. An ISSF Member Federation that wants to organize a World
Cup or World Cup Final must submit a proposal to the Secretary General not later than
31 December, three (3) years before the year in which the World Cup is to be organized.
Applicants must complete an Application for an ISSF World Cup and submit it to theSecretary General.
ISSF Member Federations that submit applications for a World Championship or a World
Cup must use the Application Forms printed in this Annex as a model form to ensurethat all required information is submitted to the ISSF. When completing an application,
applicants must provide additional explanations or details regarding their responses.

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ISSF World ChampionshipFederation Name:

Proposed Dates for Championship:
Date of last major competition in your country:
Organized in (city or town):
WCH to be organized in (city or town):

Attach documentation as Annexes to confirm the following:
Support from the Government Sports Agency and/or NOC:

Annex

Support from the National Olympic Committee:

Annex

Statement of Respect for the ISSF Constitution:

Annex

Statement of Invitation to all ISSF Member Federations:

Annex

Shooting range description:

Annex

Information regarding the proposed organization including cost offood and housing:

Annex

Events in Programme:(World Championship events, 300m events, Junior events)

Annex

Shooting range ready for competition:
Shooting range remodeling plans:
Shooting range construction plans:
RangesNumber of
firing points/ ranges

Electronic
Targets yes/no

Manufacturer

Space forSpectators /number300m Rifle
50m Rifle/Pistol
25m Pistol
10m Air Rifle/Pistol
Trap / Double Trap

n/a

Skeet

n/a

50m Running Target
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VENUE OWNER

 Government/Military ______________________________________ National or Regional Shooting Federation ____________________
 Shooting Club___________________________________

 Private (Name of owner) ___________________________________ Other

Facilities for:___________________________________

yes/
no

m²

Facilities for:

ISSF President

ISSF Secretariat

ISSF Secretary General

Jury of Appeal Room

Tech. Delegates Offices

Jury Rooms

Athlete Lounges (Team Rooms)

Classification RoomEST Control Rooms

Medical Rooms

Internet

Doping Control Rooms

Equipment Control

Award Ceremony Area

Changing rooms (close toEquipment Control)

Gunsmith Facilities

Storage Rooms

Restaurant

Commercial Displays

Toilets

Parking Facilities

Media Center

yes/
no

m²

Preparation Area for Finals
Number of ISSF Licensed Judges in Federation:

Class AClass B

Rifle
Pistol
ShotgunRunning Target
Electronic Scoring Target Control
Application submitted by:
Signature:

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ISSF World Cup
Thehereby applies for a(name of Federation)(title of event)to be held aton(venue)Disciplines:(preferred dates) Rifle/Pistol

 Shotgun

Organizing Committee:
Name of OC Secretary:
Address of OC Secretary:

Phone:
Fax:
E-mail:Rifle/Pistol Ranges: Please answer the following questions for Rifle/Pistol only:
Direction of shooting:

25m

50m

Number of firing points available:

10m

25m

50m

Electronic Target Manufacturer:

10m

25m

50m

Is there a separate Finals range?  Yes /  No
Are Finals ranges indoor/outdoor:

10m

25m

50m

Electronic Target Manufacturer:

10m

25m

50m

Do all ranges comply with current ISSF Rules?  Yes /  No
If ‘No’ please specify on separate sheet

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Shotgun Ranges: Please answer the following questions for Shotgun only:
Direction of shooting:

Permitted shooting hours

Number of ranges available:
TRAP

combined 

from

to

/ separate 

DOUBLE TRAPSKEETManufacturer of target machines:

Do all ranges comply with current ISSF Rules?  Yes /  No
If ‘No’ please specify on separate sheet
VENUE OWNER

 Government/Military ______________________________________ National or Regional Shooting Federation ____________________
 Shooting Club___________________________________

 Private (Name of owner) ___________________________________ Other___________________________________

Previous Events:
Please specify the last ISSF World Cup or similar event that your Federation has hosted
at this venue:
Event:

Date:

Travel and Accommodation:
Distance from ranges to nearest airport with international connections:km

Name of airport:

Approximate distance from ranges to nominated official hotels:

Approximate travel time:

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Single€Double€Internet:
What kind of internet connections are available at the venue for
Upload:Download:

Regulations:
Please give an explanation below of any National Laws or Local Regulations of which the
ISSF and its National Federations should be informed, e.g. ‘Importation of firearms andammunition’:Submitted:
Signature

Title/Position

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ISSF Code of Ethics
PREAMBLE
In accordance with the ISSF Constitution, the objectives of the ISSF are to promote andencourage the development of the shooting sport throughout the world, to provide drugfree sport and to promote and encourage the development of international relations.
The purpose of this Code is to guarantee that the objectives of the ISSF will be executedin a fair manner, without improper interference, and to sanction incidents that damage theimage of ISSF activities or bring them into disrepute.
ISSF members, continental organizations, teams, officials and athletes shall participate
in ISSF Championships and activities in accordance with the standards of ethics, fairplay and sportsmanship established by the ISSF Statutes, Rules and Regulations andby this Code. This Code provides basic standards for fair play and moral behaviour andprocedures for judging and sanctioning violations of those standards.
With the following regulations the ISSF adopts its own code of ethics based on theprinciples and rules of the IOC Code of Ethics.
Furthermore, acknowledging the danger to sports integrity from the manipulation ofsports competitions, ISSF restates its commitment to safeguarding the integrity of sport,
including the protection of clean athletes and competitions as stated in the Olympic
Agenda 2020. Therefore, ISSF with these regulations also implements the new IOC
Olympic Movement Code on the Prevention of the Manipulation of Competitions. The
Definitions used in version 2016 of such IOC Code also apply to the following rules.
These Ethics Rules had been ammended by decision of the ISSF Executive Committee in
its meeting on February 21, 2017.
For enforcement of this Code, the ISSF will establish an Ethics Committee.
1

SCOPE OF APPLICATION

1.1

SCOPE OF APPLICABILITY
This Code shall apply to conduct that damages the integrity and reputation ofsports and in particular to illegal, immoral and unethical behaviour.

1.2

PERSONS COVEREDThis Code shall apply to all officials and employees of the ISSF, ISSF member
federations, the Continental Shooting Sport Confederations, as well as toathletes, coaches and other participants in ISSF activities.

1.3

APPLICABILITY IN TIME
This Code shall apply to conduct whenever it occurred including before thepassing of the rules contained in this Code.
However, no individual shall be sanctioned for breaching this Code on accountof an act or omission which would not have contravened the Code applicableat the time the breach was committed.

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sanction applicable at the time the breach occurred.
This shall, however, not prevent the Ethics Committee from considering the
conduct in question and drawing any conclusions from it that are appropriate.
1.4

SCOPE OF THE CODE, CUSTOM, DOCTRINE AND JURISPRUDENCE
During all its operations, the Ethics Committee may draw on precedents andprinciples already established by sports doctrine and jurisprudence.

2

RULES OF CONDUCT

2.1

DUTIES

2.1.1

General Rules of conduct
Persons bound by this Code are expected to be aware of the importance of
their duties and associated obligations and responsibilities.
Persons bound by this Code are obliged to respect all applicable laws andregulations, as well as ISSF Statutes, Rules and Regulations, and decisions
taken by the competent ISSF bodies to the extent applicable to them.
Persons bound by this Code shall behave in a dignified manner and act withcomplete credibility and integrity. They shall respect universal fundamental
ethical principles that include:a) Respect for the Olympic spirit, which requires mutual understanding with aspirit of friendship, solidarity and fair play;b) Respect for principles of universality, political neutrality and autonomy of the
Olympic Movement;c) Respect for international conventions on protecting human rights insofar as
they apply to the Olympic Games and ISSF Championship activities and which
ensure in particular:• respect for human dignity;• rejection of discrimination of any kind on whatever grounds, be it race, color,
sex, sexual orientation, language, religion, political or other opinion, national orsocial origin, property, birth or other status;• rejection of all forms of harassment, be it physical, professional or sexual,
and any physical or mental injuries;d) ensuring the participants’ conditions of safety, well-being and medical carefavorable to their physical and mental equilibrium.
Persons bound by this Code may not abuse their position in any way,especially to take advantage of their position for personal or private aims orgains.

2.1.2

Duty of fair behavior / sportsmanlike behaviour
Persons bound by this Code are expected to behave in a fair way and shall inparticular refrain from any form of cheating including, but not limited to doping,manipulation of equipment or scores to give an advantage to an athlete or toa team, falsification or alteration of documents indicating false age, nationality,

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an official, an athlete or a team.
2.1.3

Loyalty
Persons bound by this Code have a duty of loyalty to the ISSF and its
members. Therefore, they shall in particular refrain from any act of indiscretion,
insubordination or partiality.

2.1.4

Integrity of competitions
Persons bound by this Code shall not take part in, either directly or indirectly,
or otherwise being associated with betting, gambling, lotteries and similar
events or transactions connected with shooting competitions.

2.1.5

Other ethical offences
Other ethical offences, including the improper or illegal manipulation ofequipment testing, ammunition testing, scoring decisions or competition
results, illegal access to systems and data, committed by persons bound by
this Code may be considered independent of any action taken or not taken by
ISSF Competition Juries.

2.1.6

Forgery and falsification
Persons bound by this Code are forbidden from forging a document, falsifying
an authentic document or using a forged or falsified document.

2.1.7

Duty of disclosure, cooperation and reporting
Persons bound by this Code shall immediately report any potential breachof this Code to the ISSF Secretary General or send an email to ethics@issfsports.org.
At the request of the Ethics Committee, persons bound by this Code are
obliged to contribute to clarifying the facts of the case or clarifying possible
breaches and provide the evidence requested for inspection.

2.2

UNDUE ADVANTAGE

2.2.1

Conflicts of interest
When performing an activity for the ISSF, or before being elected or appointed,
persons bound by this Code shall disclose any potential conflicts of interest
that could be linked with their prospective activities.
Conflicts of interest arise if persons bound by this Code have, or appear tohave, private or personal interests that detract from their ability to performtheir duties with integrity and in an independent manner. Private or personal
interests include gaining any possible advantage for the persons bound by
this Code for themselves, members of their family, relatives, friends andacquaintances.
Any such conflict shall be immediately disclosed and notified to the body ororganization for which the person bound by this Code performs his duties.
If an objection is made concerning an existing or potential conflict of interestof a person bound by this Code, it shall be reported immediately to theorganization for which the person bound by this Code performs his duties forappropriate measures.

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OFFERING AND ACCEPTING GIFTS AND OTHER BENEFITS
Persons bound by this Code may only offer or accept gifts or other benefits toand from persons within or outside ISSF, or in conjunction with intermediaries
or related parties as defined in this Code, whicha) have symbolic value;b) are not given to influence a decision, voting behaviour or any other act thatis related to their official activities or that falls within their discretion;c) do not create any undue pecuniary or other advantage; andd) do not create a conflict of interest.
Any gifts or other benefits not meeting all of these criteria are prohibited.
Requests for guidance should be addressed to the Secretary General.

2.4

BRIBERY AND CORRUPTION
Persons bound by this Code must not offer, promise, give or accept any
undue pecuniary or other advantage for the execution or omission of an act
that is related to their official activities. Such acts are prohibited, regardlessof whether carried out directly or indirectly through, or in conjunction with,intermediaries or related parties as defined in this Code. Any such offer must
be reported in writing to the Secretary General and any failure to do so shall be
subject to sanctions in accordance with this Code.
Persons bound by this Code are prohibited from misappropriating ISSF assets,
regardless of whether carried out directly or indirectly through, or in conjunction
with, intermediaries or related parties, as defined in this Code.

2.5

NON-DISCRIMINATION
Persons bound by this Code may not offend the dignity or integrity of a country,
private person or group of people through contemptuous, discriminatory or
denigrating words or actions on account of race, skin color, ethnic, national orsocial origin, gender, language, religion, political opinion or any other opinion,
wealth, birth or any other status, sexual orientation or for any other reason.

2.6

PROTECTION OF PHYSICAL AND MENTAL INTEGRITY
Persons bound by this Code shall respect the integrity of others involved. They
shall ensure that the personal rights of every individual whom they contact and
who is affected by their actions is protected, respected and safeguarded.

3

PREVENTION OF MANIPULATION
The following conduct as defined in this Article constitutes a violation of this
Code:

3.1

BETTING
Betting in relation either:a) to a Competition in which the Participant is directly participating; orb) to the Participant’s sport; orc) to any event of a multisport Competition in which he/she is a participant.
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MANIPULATION OF SPORTS COMPETITIONS
An intentional arrangement, act or omission aimed at an improper alterationof the result or the course of a Competition in order to remove all or part of
the unpredictable nature of the Competition with a view to obtaining an undue
Benefit for oneself or for others.

3.3

CORRUPT CONDUCTProviding, requesting, receiving, seeking, or accepting a Benefit related to the
manipulation of a Competition or any other form of corruption.

3.4

INSIDE INFORMATION

3.4.1	Using Inside Information for the purposes of Betting, any form of manipulationof Competitions or any other corrupt purposes whether by the Participant or via
another person and/or entity.
3.4.2	Disclosing Inside Information to any person and/or entity, with or without
Benefit, where the Participant knew or should have known that such disclosure
might lead to the information being used for the purposes of Betting, any formof manipulation of competitions or any other corrupt purposes.
3.4.3	Giving and/or receiving a Benefit for the provision of Inside Information
regardless of whether any Inside Information is actually provided.
3.5

FAILURE TO REPORT

3.5.1	Failing to report to ISSF or a relevant disclosure/reporting mechanism or
authority, at the first available opportunity, full details of any approaches orinvitations received by the Participant to engage in conduct or incidents that
could amount to a violation of this Code.
3.5.2	Failing to report to ISSF or a relevant disclosure/reporting mechanism or
authority, at the first available opportunity, full details of any incident, fact ormatter that comes to the attention of the Participant (or of which they ought tohave been reasonably aware) including approaches or invitations that havebeen received by another Participant to engage in conduct that could amountto a violation of this Code.
3.6

FAILURE TO COOPERATE

3.6.1	Failing to cooperate with any investigation carried out by ISSF in relation toa possible breach of this Code, including, without limitation, failing to provide
accurately, completely and without undue delay any information and/or
documentation and/or access or assistance requested by ISSF as part of suchinvestigation.
3.6.2	Obstructing or delaying any investigation that may be carried out by ISSF
in relation to a possible violation of this Code, including without limitation
concealing, tampering with or destroying any documentation or otherinformation that may be relevant to the investigation.

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APPLICATION OF ARTICLES 3.1 to 3.6

3.7.1	For the determination of whether a violation has been committed, the following
are not relevant:a) Whether or not the Participant is participating in the Competition concerned;b) The outcome of the Competition on which the Bet was made or intended tobe made;c) Whether or not any Benefit or other consideration was actually given or
received;d) The nature or outcome of the Bet;e) Whether or not the Participant’s effort or performance in the Competition
concerned were (or could be expected to be) affected by the acts or omissionin question;f) Whether or not the result of the Competition concerned was (or could be
expected to be) affected by the acts or omission in question;g) Whether or not the manipulation included a violation of any ISSF rule;
3.7.2	Any form of aid, abetment or attempt by a Participant that could culminate ina violation of this Code shall be treated as if a violation had been committed,
whether or not such an act in fact resulted in a violation and/or whether that
violation was committed deliberately or negligently.
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DISCIPLINARY MEASURES, SANCTIONS

4.1

GENERAL
Breaches of this Code or any other ISSF Statutes, Rules and Regulations by
persons bound by this Code are punishable by one or more of the following
sanctions:a) warning;b) fine;c) return of awards;d) disqualification;e) suspension;f) expulsion;g) ban on entering a competition or a venue;h) ban on taking part in any shooting-related activity.
The Ethics Committee may decide that the notification of a case be made to
the appropriate law enforcement authorities.

4.2

INVESTIGATIONSThe Participant who is alleged to have committed a violation of this Code must
be informed of the alleged violations that have been committed, details of thealleged acts and/or omissions, and the range of possible sanctions.

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BURDEN AND STANDARD OF PROOF
The ISSF shall have the burden of establishing that a violation has beencommitted. The standard of proof in all matters under this Code shall be thebalance of probabilities, a standard that implies that on the preponderance ofthe evidence it is more likely than not that a breach of this Code has occurred.

4.4

CONFIDENTIALITY
The principle of confidentiality must be strictly respected by the ISSF during all
the procedure; information should only be exchanged with entities on a needto know basis. Confidentiality must also be strictly respected by any person
concerned by the procedure until there is public disclosure of the case.

4.5

DETERMINATION OF THE SANCTION
The sanction may be imposed by taking into account all relevant factors in
the case, including the offender’s assistance and cooperation, the motive, thecircumstances and the degree of the offender’s guilt.
The Ethics Committee shall decide the scope and duration of any sanction.
Sanctions may be limited to a geographical area or to one or more specificcategories such as a competition.
Unless otherwise specified, the sanction may be increased as deemed
appropriate if a breach has been repeated.
Where more than one breach has been committed, the sanction shall be basedon the most serious breach, and increased as appropriate depending on thespecific circumstances.

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LIMITATION PERIODAs a general rule, breaches of the provisions of this Code may no longer be
prosecuted after a lapse of ten years.
The limitation period, when applicable, shall be prolonged if proceedings are
opened and/or suspended.

6

PROCEDURES

6.1

ETHICS COMMITTEEThe Ethics Committee consists of a Chairman and two additional members.
The members of the Ethics Committee are appointed by the Executive
Committee in case a complaint according to 6.2 below has been filed.
The members of the Ethics Committee must be independent and may not holda position in the ISSF or any ISSF member federation.
The Ethics Committee is to be composed in such a way that the members,
together, have the knowledge, abilities and specialist experience that isnecessary for the due completion of their tasks. The Chairman and at least one
other member shall be qualified to practise law.
Members of the Ethics Committee must disclose to the Chairman or the ISSF
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be made immediately after the inquiry is opened or immediately after thesituation or fact in question arises.
Any person being subject to investigations of a potential breach of this Code,or declaring a conflict of interest, may not be part of the Ethics Committee.
In such cases, or if a member of the Ethics Committee is unable to act, theExecutive Commitee must appoint a person acting as a replacement.
6.2

RULES FOR PROCEDURES
Any complaints, charges or guidance relating to a breach of ethical principles
and rules should be addressedin writing to the Secretary General or to ethics@
issf- sports.org. The Secretary General shall inform the Chairman in order tosummon the Ethics Committee.
The Ethics Committee shall decide whether to conduct an inquiry or to dismissthe complaint.
When conducting an inquiry regarding a complaint or charges, the Ethics
Committee may:
• Request written information or documents from the parties concerned;• Hear the parties concerned, with or without the presence of legal counsel, as
determined by the Ethics Committee;• Decide to hear witnesses as determined by the Ethics Committee or at therequest of the parties concerned;• Conduct investigations in the field by designating one (1) or more of its
members or another person to represent the Committee;• Designate one (1) or more experts to assist the Ethics Committee in its
inquiry.
In the absence of a consensus, decisions of the Ethics Committee shall betaken by majority of members present.

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Decisions by the Ethics Committee may be appealed to the Court of Arbitrationfor Sport in Lausanne, Switzerland, (“CAS”) which will resolve the disputedefinitively in accordance with the Code of sports-related arbitration. The
time limit for appeal is twenty-one days after the reception of the decision
concerning the appeal.

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Subject to the right of appeal, any decision in compliance with this Code by an
International Sporting Organisation shall be recognised and respected by the
ISSF.
This ISSF Code of Ehtics was approved by the ISSF Executive Committee
in its meeting on March 1, 2016. This edition includes ammendments andcorrections approved by the ISSF Executive Committee on February 21, 2017.

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Article 3.12.3.6, Annex “R”

Procedures for Verification ofWorld Records
World Records must be established in accordance with the ISSF General Regulations
3.10, and applicable rules for the shooting discipline.
World Records become valid when competition results are final and the ISSF TechnicalDelegate or ISSF Secretary General confirms that the competition was conductedaccording to ISSF Rules and Regulations and that a valid World Record was equaled or
exceeded in accordance with these requirements.
The official list of valid World Records is published by ISSF Headquarters on the ISSF
website. World Record certificates are issued by the ISSF Secretary General.
Technical Delegates should use this form to report World Records for verification by theTechnical Committee in accordance with the ISSF General Regulations, 3.10.4
Report of World Records
Name of ISSF Championship
Men 

Women Athlete/Team Members

Men Junior 
Nation

Event

Women Junior 
WR/FWR/
EWR/EFWR
WRJ/EWRJ/

Score

Confirmation by Technical Delegate
This verifies that this record(s) was established in an ISSF Championship 1) that was conductedaccording to ISSF Rules and Regulations, 2) that ISSF participation requirements (3.9) were fulfilled
and that ISSF Anti-Doping were followed:
Date:

Signature:

Record(s) Verified by the Technical Committee
Date:

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Rules for Filing and Deciding Protests
The ISSF establishes rules for and conducts Championships in which its Member
Federations may enter individual athletes or teams. Athletes or team participating in ISSF
Championships have a right to protest when competitions are not conducted according to
ISSF Rules and Regulations. ISSF rules for filing and deciding protests are:
1.	Protests filed at ISSF Championships must be decided according to ISSF
Rules and Regulations;
2.	Competition Juries (3.5.3) are responsible for receiving and deciding all
protests;
3.	The Jury of Appeal (3.5.3.7) is responsible for making final decisions on all
appeals against protest decisions by Competition Juries. Decisions by the Juryof Appeal may not be appealed;
4.	During Finals round competitions, the Competition Jury shall supervise the
Finals and make any decisions required by ISSF Rules and Regulations that
do not involve protests. If a protest is made during a Final, a Finals Protest
Jury is responsible for making an immediate decision regarding the protest.
Finals Jury decisions may not be appealed;
5.	For Finals round competitions where protests must be decided immediately, acombined Finals Protest Jury consisting of two (2) members of the Competition
Jury plus one (1) member of the Jury of Appeal must be designated by theTechnical Delegate and the appropriate Jury Chairman.
6.	In a Finals round no score protest is permitted except for a failure to indicate
a shot. In such cases one (1) member of the Classification Jury must also be
included;
7.	Rules and forms for filing protests or appeals are specified in the General
Technical Rules, 6.16 and 9.17. ISSF protest rules provide for verbal
protests that can be submitted and decided on the ranges immediately, forwritten protests to be decided by the appropriate Jury and for appeals of Jurydecisions to be decided by a Jury of Appeal. The rules also provide for scoring
protests to be decided by the RTS Jury with decisions on scoring protests
not subject to appeal. The protest rules further provide that in Finals roundcompetitions, the Finals Jury shall make immediate decisions on any protests
and that such decisions may not be appealed; and8.	In the case of protests involving conflicts between the ISSF Constitution,
ISSF General Regulations or Technical Rules, the ISSF Constitution shalltake precedence over the ISSF General Regulations or Technical Rules andthe ISSF General Regulations shall take precedence over the TechnicalRules. In conflicts involving IOC Rules, the IOC Rules shall prevail.

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Guidelines for Training Academy
ISSF Training Academy Courses
1

BACKGROUND

1.1	Special ISSF training courses for coaches were approved by the Executive
Committee in 1992 and ammended in 2011.
1.2	These diploma courses are designed for national coaches from Member
Federations to achieve an international coaching qualification.
1.3

Coaching Diplomas are of three categories: “A,” “B” and “C.”

1.4	It is necessary first to attend a “C” course. Thereafter, coaches having
achieved a Diploma can apply to attend a “B” course, and if successful an “A”
Course.
1.5	The ISSF Training Academy also offers a regional or national coaching course“D,” which is held in the local language of the region in which the course ishosted. Material and certificates will be provided by the ISSF Traing Academy.
1.6	A course fee is payable by each student attending a Coaching Diploma
course. This covers the cost of running the course and any associatedaccommodation, meals and local transportation.
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COACHING DIPLOMA COURSES

2.1	Official recognition of Training Academy Courses will be decided by the ISSF
Executive Committee.
2.2	Instructors for these courses are chosen from those having specialist
knowledge of the various topics in the course programme.
2.3	Assistant Instructors, with similar qualifications, also may be designateddepending upon the number of students attending.
2.4

The recommended course programme lasts one (1) week.

2.5	The knowledge of the students is assessed by various tests at the different
levels. The details are contained in the Training Academy Guidelines.
2.6

The results are reported to the ISSF Executive Committee annually.

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APPEALS

3.1	Any student may appeal in writing against the decision that he has failed acourse. The appeal will be considered by the ISSF Executive Committee.

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In the context of this Annex, the word “Judge” refers to an accredited ISSF Judge’s
Licence holder. The word “Jury” refers to those Licenced judges who are appointed toJury duties at specified Championships.

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GENERAL

1.1	For the achievement of its purposes the International Shooting Sport
Federation (ISSF), Licences judges to supervise shooting competitions andto ensure the fair and equal treatment of all competitors (see 1.1.4 ISSF
Constitution). Judges must be experienced and fully conversant with thecurrent versions of the ISSF Rules and Regulations plus the relevant TechnicalRules for the Shooting discipline concerned in order to Advise, Supervise andAssist if necessary.
1.2	The ISSF issues judges’ Licences as confirmation of qualification.
1.3	Judges’ Licences are divided into two (2) categories.
1.3.1	Category “A” authorizes the holder to act as an official Jury member at all
shooting competitions, for which the Licence is valid with respect to thedisciplines included, including the Olympic Games and World Championships.
1.3.2	Category “B” Licence authorizes the holder to act as an official Jury member
in all shooting competitions, for which the Licence is valid with respect
to the disciplines included, except the Olympic Games and the WorldChampionships.
1.4	The ISSF issues judges’ Licences for the following disciplines:
1.4.1	Rifle shooting (1)1.4.2	Pistol shooting (2)1.4.3	Shotgun shooting (3)1.4.4	Running Target shooting (4)1.4.5	Target Control (5)1.4.6	Electronic Scoring Target Control (6)1.4.7	Target Sprint (7)1.4.8	The ISSF can issue judges’ Licences for one (1) or more discipline(s), but
only following successful completion of official ISSF courses in each of thedisciplines. Normally, No.5 (Target Control) is combined with the shooting
disciplines No.1 (Rifle), No.2 (Pistol), No.4 (Running Target), and No.7 (Target
Sprint). However, No.6 (Electronic Scoring Target Control) is only issued after
successful completion of an official ISSF course on that specific subject.
1.5	The ISSF Headquarters and the Chairman of the Judges Committee maintaina list of all the Licence holders.
1.6	Licence holders may only act as Jury Members for the Olympic Games andthe World Championships if they have been designated by the Executive
Committee of the ISSF. For World Cups Jury Members will be nominated by
the ISSF Secretary General and the Chairman of the ISSF Judges Committee,
and approved by the Executive Committee. For Continental and Regional
Games and Championships they must be designated by the Continental or
Regional Confederations, who in turn must forward this designation to the
ISSF for ratification and authorization. Continental and Regional designations
must have full endorsement prior to the event to ensure official recognition has
been granted.

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ACQUISITION OF A LICENCE.

2.1	The applicant must have the necessary capability and experience as a
judge, in particular with a clear understanding and expression of the English
language.
2.2	ISSF Judges’ Licences are not granted to active athletes who still participate
in competitions where world records may be established. If the holder of ajudges’ Licence wishes to participate as an athlete, he must return the Licenceto the ISSF Headquarters for cancellation. He may subsequently apply for a
new Licence.
2.3	For the acquisition of an ISSF Judges’ Licence, preparatory instruction andtraining is necessary. The applicants should possess a National judges’
Licence of the highest level issued by their National Federation, or musthave equivalent experience as a national judge and as a range official. For
acquisition of a Judges’ Licence in the shotgun discipline, applicants must firstbe in possession of a valid Shotgun Referees Licence.
2.4	Applicants must also have achieved the pass-standard in the General Aspects
and the Shooting Discipline Parts of an official ISSF Judges’ course within theprevious two (2) years.
2.5	An applicant’s National Federation must sign the completed official ISSF
Judges’ application form (see form at end of Guidelines) to confirm thecontents and support the application. The National Federation must then send
it to the ISSF Headquarters.
2.6	Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, but no later than 31
December each year for Licences to be issued in the following year. In orderthat applicants are not disadvantaged by any time considerations, once
applications are received by ISSF Headquarters, the Chairman of the Judges’
Committee will endeavour to authorize the issue of Licences or upgrades
as soon as possible. This does not negate the requirement for the Judges’
Committee to approve and confirm the granting of these Licences at theirannual meeting.
2.7	The ISSF Judges Committee will evaluate and approve, where appropriate
or postpone applications during its annual meeting which will usually be held
towards the end of January each year.
2.8	After approval, the ISSF Headquarters will issue the Licences. To be valid theymust be signed by the ISSF Secretary General and the Chairman of the ISSF
Judges’ Committee.
2.9	These Licences are sent to the National Federations for delivery to the Licenceholders.
2.10	A fee of Euro 50.00 must be paid for a new Licence.
2.11	Approval of initial applications will result in the issue of a “B” category Licence.
Category “A” Licences are only issued following further experience withassessment before upgrading.
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3.1	All ISSF Judges’ Licences are issued for a period of five (5) years.
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3.3	The National Federation must submit all requests for renewal to the ISSF
Headquarters accompanied by a completed Renewal Form (see form at end of
Guidelines).
3.4	The National Federation must confirm that the applicant has obtained
experience as a Jury Member in international, regional or national levelcompetitions during the last five (5) year period.
3.5	The current Licence should not be returned when applying for a renewal,
though it will cease to be valid after the expiry date. Applications for renewal
should be submitted at least three (3) months before expiry.
3.6	The Chairman of the Judges’ Committee in co-operation with the ISSF
Headquarters will deal with all renewals. Renewed Licences will be returned to
the National Federation.
3.7	A fee of Euro 25.00 will be charged for each renewal.
4	EXPIRATION OF A LICENCE.
4.1	When an ISSF Judge’s Licence expires after five (5) years, Licence holders
will be taken off the ISSF list if not renewed by application within one (1) year.
In such a case any future Licence must be applied for in accordance with theacquisition of a Licence, including attendance at course(s). Licences renewed
late within the one (1) year will only be valid for five (5) years from the previous
expiry date.
4.2	The Licence holders’ National Federation, at any time, has the right to apply forcancellation of an ISSF Judge’s Licence. The Licence holder may be taken off
the list, in such a case the Licence should be returned to the ISSF.
4.3	A judge’s Licence may be cancelled if a holder does not fulfil his duties as a
judge or harms the interest or reputation of the ISSF. The holder will be taken
off the ISSF list and the Licence must be returned to the ISSF. All ISSF Judges’
Licences remain the property of the ISSF.
4.4	
Judges’ Courses.
4.5	Only courses that have been approved and recognized by the ISSF will beconsidered as official training courses for judges. The location and dates ofsuch courses are to be agreed with the Secretary General and Chairman of
the Judges’ Committee. Once agreed, the Chairman of the Judges’ Committee
and the Secretary General will appoint a qualified ISSF Instructor, from theapproved list of ISSF Instructor licence holders, to deliver each course. Afterauthorisation by the ISSF Judges’ Committee, the ISSF will publish the annual
courses programme by January of that year. Applications for recognition mustbe submitted to the ISSF Headquarters using the form “Application for Judges
Courses” (available on ISSF web site). The application must be sent to ISSF
at least 3 months before the date of the intended course. All applications andsubsequent publication of courses must include the following details:
4.5.1	Where the course will be held;
4.5.2	The dates of the course;
4.5.3	The name(s) of the shooting disciplines that will be covered;
4.5.4	The name(s) of the ISSF Instructor. The name of the course coordinator and,if different, of the person who is to conduct the instruction on the General
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4.5.6	From which National Federation(s) the Participants will come; Normally,
applications will be considered when received from other National Federations
within the same Continent, but cannot be guaranteed.
4.6	The basis for ISSF Judges’ courses is the “ISSF Training Guidelines”. A copyof this document will be issued by the ISSF to the course coordinator of every
approved course. The objective is to ensure that applicants for ISSF Licences
have a proper understanding of the Rules, and their application, in respect ofthe disciplines for which they seek to be Licenced; also, to ensure applicants
have a proper understanding of the Constitution, General Regulations,Terms of Reference, Eligibility and Anti-Doping Regulations, etc applicable
to all disciplines. Separately, applicants for Licences must possess practicalexperience gained from officials’ duties within their National Federation.
Normally, applicants for ISSF Judges’ courses should already possess thehighest National Licence as a range official; where nations do not have anational Licence system the applicants must possess equivalent practicalexperience.
4.6.1	Every part of the course should be opened with the explanation of the purpose
and the content of the course, followed by the duties and decision making
processes required to make a good judge.
4.6.2	During the course the ISSF General Regulations and Constitution of the ISSF,
etc… must be covered and a test conducted.
4.6.3	The “Rifle” discipline must also include 50m and 10m Pistol shooting.
4.6.4	If a separate course is held for 25m Pistol shooting, 10m and 50m Pistol
shooting must also be included.
4.6.5	Shotgun, Running Target, Target Sprint and Electronic Scoring Target
disciplines are treated separately.
4.7	The name of the instructor(s) must be submitted to the ISSF and confirmed.
The Organizer can propose instructors to the ISSF for approval, or can requestthat suitable instructors be provided.
4.7.1	When there is only one (1) instructor, the different disciplines must be dealt
with in succession. This must be done according to a training schedule sothat the participants can become familiar with the content of a course and canmake arrangements for participating in the different sections.
4.7.2	If there are instructors for the various disciplines the opening of the course,
and lectures on the Constitution and the General Regulations, should be given
to everyone together. The participants can then separate for the individual
disciplines.
4.7.3	The organizer must pay the costs for travelling, accommodation, meals andlocal transportation for the instructor(s).
4.8	Courses should last a minimum of three (3) days and this must be extended if
more than one discipline is to be treated in succession.
4.9	The organizer is responsible for providing a training room with adequate
facilities for efficient instruction, and for the comfort of those attending.
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4.10.1	The participants should possess a good background of practical experience
as officials before attending a course. Participants with little experience mustobtain practical experience under the guidance of an experienced judge in aseries of national competitions before applying for an ISSF Judges’ Licence.
They must speak and understand English.
4.10.2	The organizer should publish details of the course as early as possible. The
announcement should include all details about dates, times, accommodation,
meals, local transportation, costs and any further important information.
4.10.3	Every participant must be given a registration form to be filled in with his name,address and date of birth. The participant must further indicate his experienceand any special knowledge he has acquired during competitions in which heacted as an official, and the qualifications obtained in his National Federation.
4.10.4	Only participants entered by a National Federation will be accepted.
Inexperienced people should not be allowed to participate.
4.11	Participants who complete the course satisfactorily, including knowledge ofthe General Aspects will be issued with an ISSF Diploma. ISSF certificatesof attendance will not be issued, but organizers are encouraged to provide
host Federation certificates of attendance for those not achieving the Diploma
standard.
4.12	The ISSF Diploma does not guarantee the issue of an ISSF Licence; it only
certifies the satisfactory completion of the official course.
4.13	At the end of the course the instructor must write and submit a short report,
using the form “Report Official ISSF Judges Course” with a list of thoseattending and those completing the course to the standard required for
an ISSF Licence (i.e. those having received a Diploma), stating for which
disciplines they passed. Where possible the report should indicate whether theindividuals already possess sufficient practical experience, or whether further
practical experience appears appropriate before an ISSF Licence is granted.
The report must be sent as soon as possible to the ISSF Headquarters for theattention of the ISSF Secretary General and the Chairman of the ISSF Judges
Committee.
4.14	Official recognition of judges’ courses will be decided by the ISSF Secretary
General and the Chairman of the ISSF Judges Committee.
4.15	National Shooting Federations are encouraged to run courses for national
judges’ Licences, following the material provided for official ISSF courses.
4.16	National Federations not having suitably qualified ISSF Licence holders to
conduct courses for National judges’ Licences are also encouraged to request
assistance from the ISSF Secretary General or the Chairman of the ISSF
Judges Committee.
5	UPGRADING.
5.1	The basis for upgrading of a “B” judges’ Licence to an “A” judges’ Licence isthe experience acquired as the judge over a number of years:
5.1.1	A minimum period of four (4) years recent experience is required as an active“B” Licence holder ; and5.1.2	The applicant must have officiated in at least five (5) international competitions,which have a minimum of five (5) participating nations, at least three (3)must be ISSF or WSPS Championships. For at least two (2) appointments
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Referee, Chief of RTS or Chief of Equipment Control. An upgrading based
only on the required period of time, but on inadequate further experience atchampionships, will not be granted; and5.1.3	For Rifle, Pistol and Running Target disciplines “A” Licence upgrades, theapplicant must be in posession of a valid ISSF EST Licence.
5.1.4	They must have passed an ISSF Judge’s course held in English language.
They should demonstrate that they have extensive experience in serving oncompetition juries (ISSF or WSPS).
5.2	Accordingly, Applications for upgrading should be made to the ISSF
Headquarters. When an upgrading is approved by the Judges committee, theISSF Headquarters will issue a new ISSF Licence and this will be sent to the
National Federation in the same way as for other Licence issues.
5.3	A fee of Euro 25.00 is charged for an upgrading.
5.4	Additional disciplines will only be added to an existing Licence (“A” or “B”)
after the recent satisfactory completion of an official ISSF course for thatdiscipline. Applications will be dealt with in the same way as applications for
new Licences (as opposed to renewals) by the ISSF Judges Committee at
its annual meeting. Those approved will receive new Licences. Where an “A”
Licence is already held, the additional discipline will be added at that level.
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6.1

	In exceptional cases an ISSF Judge’s Licence can be issued or upgradedwhen it is necessary to ensure there are sufficient qualified personnel at events
where world records may be established. For example, when a change ofvenue is necessary, or when any change of a previously assigned judge isnecessary.

6.2	The National Federation must submit an application.
6.3	The applications will be considered and decided by the ISSF Secretary
General together with the Chairman of the ISSF Judges Committee.
6.4	Licences issued in this way will be included in the list of Licence holders. At
the next meeting of the ISSF Judges Committee the Chairman must inform theCommittee of any Licences granted in this way.
6.5 	Licences issued in this way must only be given to well qualified individuals.
The usual standards must be met; only the administrative process is changed.
7	ASSIGNMENT OF JUDGES
7.1	The nomination and designation of the Jury Members is made according to theConstitution of the ISSF. It is recommended and all appointed Jury members
are encouraged to take out their own individual travel and medical insurance
prior to deploying on an assignment, this is in addition to any ISSF insurance.
7.1.1	The Secretary General and the Chairman of the Judges Committee of the
ISSF will nominate to the Executive Committee the required number of Jury
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Committee designates the Juries for the World Championships and Olympic
Games and approves the list for the World Cups and Grand Prix.
7.1.2	The Continental and Regional Confederations recognized by the ISSF should
nominate and designate the Jury Members for their Championships andGames. Where Olympic quota places are distributed, these designations must
be endorsed and ratified by the ISSF prior to the start of the event. Only withsuch ISSF authorization will jury appointments be granted official recognitionand status.
7.1.3	The Organizing Committee, or the Organizing Federation, is responsible forthe designation of Jury Members for other international championships andnational championships held under the ISSF Rules.
7.2	All Jury Members must hold the applicable current ISSF Judges’ Licence with
EST Licence for all competitions where world records may be established. At
all other championships held under the ISSF Rules, the Jury Members should
hold valid ISSF Judges’ Licences and EST Licence.
7.3	In championships where world records may be established, Team Leaders,
Officials, Coaches and Athletes must not be members of a Jury. If possible
one (1) Member, but not usually the Chairman, must be from the National
Federation organizing the championships. These host nation judges must be
approved by the ISSF.
7.4	In all other championships, team officials should not be members of a Jury.
7.5	It is desirable that senior officials participating in the organizing of major
competitions should possess an appropriate ISSF Licence. Particular tasks
and duties for which ISSF Licences should be held are: Chief Range Officer,
RTS Chief, Chief Referee, Chief of Equipment Control.
7.6	Range Officers, RTS Officers, Referees and Equipment Control Officers should
also be encouraged to undertake official training with a view to obtaining ISSF
Licences.
7.7	Competition Officials designated by the Organizing Committee must not bemembers of any Juries at the same championships.
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ELECTRONIC SCORING TARGET COURSES

8.1

Background8.1.1	Special courses for Electronic Scoring Target (EST) Control Licences wereapproved by the Executive Committee in 1998. These courses provide
education about the underlying principles involved, and the procedurefor dealing with score-protests and with scoring problems that may be
encountered.
8.1.2	These courses are designed for holders of ISSF Judges’ Licences in theshooting disciplines of Rifle, Pistol and Running Target as the scoring andranking rules for these disciplines must be known already as well as the ISSF
Statutes, Rules and Regulations plus the relevant Technical Rules for theshooting disciplines concerned.
8.1.3	Judges’ EST Control Licences are of one (1) category – depending upon the
category “A” or “B” of the shooting discipline Licence held.
8.1.4	A course fee fixed by the Executive Committee is payable by each student
registering for an Official ISSF course for the first time. This covers the

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8.1.5	Students may attend courses on more than one (1) occasion; to update theirknowledge and to improve their result to gain an EST Licence, if they do notalready have one; no further fee is payable.
8.2	As for all official ISSF courses, official recognition of judges’ courses forElectronic Scoring Target Control will be decided by the ISSF Secretary
General and the Chairman of the ISSF Judges Committee.
8.2.1	Instructors for these courses are chosen from those having achieved a highstandard on a previous course and having considerable practical experience.
8.2.2	Assistant Instructors, with similar qualifications, also may be designateddepending upon the number of students attending.
8.2.3	An ISSF Test Paper is provided, together with all supporting test material toconduct a Final Test.
8.2.4	The completed Test Papers are returned to the ISSF for formal marking toensure a uniform standard is set as the basis for the recommendations for EST
Licences.
8.2.5	Students are given an indication of their result after the official marking. On therecommended course programme, the answers are discussed with the class,so that students gain a good idea of where they may have been wrong.
8.3	Electronic Scoring Target Control Licences (Category 6)
8.3.1	The results are provided to the ISSF Judges Committee annually and the issueof Licences is made after a decision by that committee. No specific applicationis required, and no separate fee is payable.
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INSTRUCTORS LICENCE.

9.1	The instructors must be highly qualified, be holders of a valid ISSF “A” licenceand have regularly conducted and delivered previous courses. Instructors
should have attended and passed the ISSF “A” Licence Instructors Workshop
and where deemed appropriate acted as an assistant instructor prior toappointment themselves.
9.2	The “Instructor’ Licence, authorises the holder to act in all situations as
described for “A” Licence holder. In addition, Judges in this category are
permitted to instruct and conduct official ISSF judge’s courses. In order toarchieve this level, selected judges need to have successfully attended an
ISSF instructors workshop.
9.3	Continental Confederations must nominate their own candidate to participate
at the Instructors workshop, depending on their requirement and need for
instructors.
9.4	The ISSF instructors workshop will be organised by the ISSF Secretary
General and ISSF Judges’ committee.
9.5	The ISSF Education programme will be developed.
9.6	The same support material in English for the Judges’ training course will begiven to the Instructors.

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9.7	The support material will explain the objective of the Judges’ training, rules
intent and application and will include practical situational and awarenesstraining.
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APPLICATION FORMS FOR LICENCES

10.1	To simplify the administration of Licence issue, the following forms should now
be used when applying for a new “B” Licence, upgrading, or renewal.
10.2	Each application must be accompanied by a digital photograph with aresolution of 300 dpi must be sent by the federation concerned. The
photograph should have a neutral background.

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The Federation ofendorses the application of:Name of national federation

Family Name(s)Given Name(s)Date ofbirth

Gender
Day

Month

Man 

Woman Year

To be Licenced as an ISSF “B” Judge in the following disciplines:
Please specify if you already hold an ISSF Licence in any discipline.
If yes, the Licence number is:
Rifle

Pistol

ShotgunRunning
TargetTargetSprintPaper
TargetControl

EST (Only if passed
official course)















The Applicant has attended official ISSF Judges’ Course(s) as follows:
Discipline

Course Dates

Location

Instructor

This is to certify that the information given is correct, that the applicant has experience as a national
judge, and that the photograph is of the applicant.
Signed for theFederation:

send a digital photo (300dpi) to
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Disability
I do not have any physical impairment that would prevent me from performing all duties required as a
judge for the disciplines for which the Licence is required.
Criminal Record
Do you have a criminal record relating to harassment and abuse, illegal drugs
or substances and/or any law designed to protect minors?

Yes 
No 

Language Capability
Provide an assessment of your language capability in the ISSF languages:
Language

Speak

UnderstandFluent

Well

Basic

Fluent

Well

Basic

EnglishArabicFrenchGermanRussian
SpanishApplicant’s Declaration
I affirm that all information contained in my application Is true and correct.
I acknowledge to be bound by the ISSF Official Statutes, Rules and Regulations (including the
ISSF Code of Ethics) in the respective applicable version as published in the “Rules” section
on www.issf-sports.org and I confirm that I have read and understood the ISSF Data Protection
Regulation as also published in the “Rules” section on www.issf-sports.org.
Date:

Signature of Applicant:Fee enclosed: Euro 50.00

Digital Photo sent to ISSF Headquarters International Shooting Sport Federation Official Use:
Date Acknowledged and Checked
Recommended

Not recommended

Class Licence

Postponed until

By

Date
For the Judges Committee

Rifle

Pistol

ShotgunRunning
TargetTargetSprintPaper Target
Control

EST (Only if passed
official course)















Date of issue

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The Federation ofendorses the application of:Name of national federation

Family Name(s)Given Name(s)Date ofbirth

Gender
Day

Month

Man 

Woman Year

To be Licenced as an ISSF “A” Judge in the following disciplines:
Current “B” Licence Number:
Rifle

Pistol

ShotgunRunning
TargetTargetSprintPaper
TargetControl

EST (Only if passed
official course)















The Applicant has been an official ISSF Judge on the following FIVE occasions:
Jury Duties(Rifle etc.)

Event(Competition)

Dates

Location (City/Country)

No of nations
Participating

1
2
3
4
5
This is to certify that the information given is correct, that the applicant is conversant with the current
ISSF Rules, and the two photographs are of the applicant.
Signed for theFederation:

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Disability
I do not have any physical impairment that would prevent me from performing all duties required as a
judge for the disciplines for which the Licence is required.
Criminal Record
Do you have a criminal record relating to harassment and abuse, illegal drugs
or substances and/or any law designed to protect minors?

Yes 
No 

Language Capability
Provide an assessment of your language capability in the ISSF languages:
Language

Speak

UnderstandFluent

Well

Basic

Fluent

Well

Basic

EnglishArabicFrenchGermanRussian
SpanishApplicant’s Declaration
I affirm that all information contained in my application Is true and correct.
I acknowledge to be bound by the ISSF Official Statutes, Rules and Regulations (including the
ISSF Code of Ethics) in the respective applicable version as published in the “Rules” section
on www.issf-sports.org and I confirm that I have read and understood the ISSF Data Protection
Regulation as also published in the “Rules” section on www.issf-sports.org.
Date:

Signature of Applicant:Fee enclosed: Euro 25.00

Digital Photo sent to ISSF Headquarters International Shooting Sport Federation Official Use:
Date Acknowledged and Checked
Recommended

Not recommended

Class Licence

Postponed until

By

Date
For the Judges Committee

Rifle

Pistol

ShotgunRunning
TargetTargetSprintPaper Target
Control

EST (Only if passed
official course)















Date of issue

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The Federation ofendorses the application of:Name of national federation

Family Name(s)Given Name(s)Date ofbirth

Gender
Day

Month

Man 

Woman Year

to have the Licence renewed:
Licence Number:

Class

A

B

Disciplines:
Rifle

Pistol

ShotgunRunning
TargetTargetSprintPaper
TargetControl

EST (Only if passed
official course)















The ISSF Member Federation confirms that the applicant has obtained experiences as a Jury Member
in international, regional or national level competitions during the last Five (5) year period.
The applicant has good knowledge of the current ISSF Rules and Regulations.
This is to certify that the information given is correct, and the photograph(s) are of the applicant.
Signed for theFederation:

send a digital photo (300dpi) to
the ISSF Headquarters

Name typed orprinted:Fee enclosed: Euro 25.00

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Guidelines for Shotgun Referee
Licencing
1

GENERAL

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ACQUISITION OF A SHOTGUN REFEREE’S LICENCE

3

VALIDITY AND EXTENSION OF THE LICENCE

4EXPIRATION OF A LICENCE 90

5

SHOTGUN REFEREES’ COURSES 90

6EYESIGHT CERTIFICATES FOR SHOTGUN REFEREES

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8	APPLICATION FORMS FOR SHOTGUN REFEREES’ LICENCES AND
EYESIGHT
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SPECIAL NOTE:
In the context of this Annex, the word “Referee” refers to an accredited ISSF Shotgun
Referee licence holder.

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GENERAL

1.1	For the achievement of its purposes the International Shooting Sport
Federation Licences Shotgun Referees to act at ISSF supervised shooting
competitions and to ensure the fair and equal treatment of all competitors(ISSF General Regulations). Referees must be experienced and fully
conversant with the current versions of the ISSF Shotgun Rules for therespective events.
1.2	The ISSF issues Shotgun Referees’ licences as confirmation of qualification.
1.3	The ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licence is of one (1) category and can be issued
in the events Trap (T), Double Trap (DT) and Skeet (S), but only following
successful completion of an official ISSF International Shotgun Referees’
Course for all three events.
1.4	The ISSF Headquarters and the Chairman of the Judges’ Committee maintaina list of all the International Shotgun Referees’ licence holders, in consultation
with the Chairman of the Shotgun Committee.
2	ACQUISITION OF AN INTERNATIONAL SHOTGUN REFEREES’ LICENCE
2.1	The applicant must have the necessary capability and experience as a Referee
and must be able to speak English.
2.2	ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licences are not granted to active athletes who still
participate in competitions where world records may be established. If theholder of an Shotgun Referees’ licence wishes to participate as an athlete, hemust return the licence to the ISSF Headquarters for cancellation.
2.3	For the acquisition of an ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licence, preparatory
instruction and training is necessary. The applicants should possess a national
Shotgun Referees’ licence of the highest level issued by their National
Federation.
2.4	For the acquisition or renewal of an ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licence, theapplicant must have passed an eyesight examination.
2.5	An applicant’s National Federation must sign the completed official ISSF
Shotgun Referees’ application form to confirm the contents and support
the application. The National Federation must then send it to the ISSF
Headquarters with the original eyesight examination form. See forms at theend of these Guidelines.
2.6	Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, but no later than 31
December each year for licences to be issued in the following year. In orderthat applicants are not disadvantaged by any time considerations, once
applications are received by ISSF Headquarters, the Chairman of the Judges’
Committee will endeavour to authorize the issue of licences as soon as
possible. This does not negate the requirement for the Judges’ Committee toapprove and confirm the granting of these licences at their annual meeting.
2.7	The ISSF Judges’ Committee will evaluate and approve appropriate
applications, if necessary, with help from the ISSF Medical Committee during
its annual meeting. Any queries will be referred to the Shotgun Committee.
2.8	After approval, the ISSF Headquarters will issue the Shotgun Referees’
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2.9	These licences are sent to the National Federations for delivery to the licenceholders.
2.10	A fee of Euro 50.00 must be paid for a new licence.
3

VALIDITY AND EXTENSION OF THE LICENCE

3.1	All ISSF International Shotgun Referees’ licences are issued for a period of five(5) years.
3.2	After expiration of this period, the licence may be renewed.
3.3	The National Federation must submit all requests for renewal to the ISSF
Headquarters accompanied by a completed Renewal Form (see form at end of
Guidelines).
3.4	The current licence should not be returned when applying for a renewal,
though it will cease to be valid after the expiry date. Applications for renewal
should be submitted at least three months before expiry.
3.5	The Chairman of the Judges’ Committee in co-operation with the ISSF
Headquarters and the Chairman of the Shotgun Committee and in some cases
also with a member of the Medical Committee will deal with all renewals.
Renewed licences will be returned to the National Federation.
3.6	A fee of Euro 25.00 will be charged for each renewal.
4	EXPIRATION OF A LICENCE
4.1	When an ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licence expires after five (5) years, licenceholders will be taken off the ISSF list if not renewed by application within one(1) year. In such a case any future licence must be applied for in accordancewith the Acquisition of a licence, including attendance at course(s).
4.2	The licence holder’s National Federation, at any time, has the right to apply forcancellation of an ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licence. The licence holder may betaken off the list, in such a case the licence must be returned to the ISSF.
4.3	A Shotgun Referees’ licence may be cancelled if an eyesight test shows thelicence holder does not meet the required standard any longer, or if a holder
does not fulfil his duties as a Referee, or harms the interest or reputation of
the ISSF. The holder will be taken off the ISSF list and the licence must be
returned to the ISSF. All ISSF International Shotgun Referees’ licences remain
the property of the International Shooting Sport Federation.
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SHOTGUN REFEREES’ COURSES

5.1	Only courses that have been approved and recognized by the ISSF will beconsidered as official training courses for Shotgun Referees. Applications
for recognition must be submitted to the ISSF Headquarters using theform “Application for Shotgun Referees’ Courses” (available from ISSF
Headquarters). If a course is required in exceptional circumstances at short
notice, then the application must be sent to ISSF at least 3 months before thedate of the intended course. All applications and subsequent publication ofcourses must include the following details:
5.1.1

Where the course will be held;

5.1.2

The dates of the course;

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5.1.4	From which National Federation(s) the Participants will come; Normally,
applications will be considered when received from other National Federations
within the same Continent, but cannot be guaranteed.
5.1.5

Name of the Instructor recognised by ISSF Judges’ Committee.

5.1.6	The expenses that will be met by the National Organiser; (should be equivalent
with 5.2.2)
5.2	The basis for ISSF Shotgun Referees’ courses is the ISSF Shotgun
Referees’ Training Guidelines (as prepared and maintained by the Shotgun
Committee). The objective is to ensure that applicants for ISSF Shotgun
Referees’ licences have a proper understanding of the Rules, and theirapplication, in respect of the events for which they seek to be licenced as
Shotgun Referees. Applicants for ISSF Shotgun Referees’ courses mustalready possess the highest National licence as a Shotgun official.
5.2.1	Every part of the course should commence with an explanation of the purpose
and the content of the course, followed by the duties of a Shotgun Referee.
5.2.2	The Organizer must pay the costs for travelling, accommodation, meals andlocal transportation for the instructor(s).
5.3	Courses should last a minimum of two (2) days.
5.4	The Organizer is responsible for providing a training room with adequate
facilities for efficient instruction, and for the comfort of those attending.
5.5	A maximum of 15 participants are permitted per instructor.
5.5.1	The participants should possess a good background of practical experience asa Shotgun official before attending a course. Participants with little experiencemust obtain practical experience under the guidance of an experienced
Referee in a series of national competitions before applying for an ISSF
Shotgun Referees’ licence.
5.5.2	The Organizer must publish details of the course as early as possible. The
announcement must include all details about dates, times, accommodation,
meals, local transportation, costs and any other important information.
5.5.3	Every participant must be given a registration form to be filled in with his name,address and date of birth. The participant must indicate his experience and any
special knowledge he has acquired during competitions in which he acted as
an official, and the qualifications obtained in his National Federation.
5.5.4	Only participants entered by National Federations will be accepted.
5.6	Participants who complete the course satisfactorily will be issued with ISSF
diplomas. ISSF certificates of attendance will not be issued, but organizers areencouraged to provide them.
5.7	The ISSF Diploma does not guarantee the issue of an ISSF Shotgun Referees’
licence.
5.8	At the end of the course the instructor must write and submit a report, using
the form “Report Official ISSF Shotgun Referees’ Course” with a list of thoseattending and those completing the course to the standard required for
an ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licence stating for which they passed. Where
possible the report should indicate whether the individuals already possess
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appropriate before an ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licence is granted. The reportmust be sent as soon as possible to the ISSF Headquarters for the attention of
the ISSF Secretary General and the Chairman of the ISSF Judges’ Committee.
5.9	National Federations not having available suitably qualified ISSF Instructor
licence holders to conduct official ISSF Courses under the terms above areencouraged to request assistance from the Chairman of the ISSF Judges’
Committee.
6	EYESIGHT CERTIFICATES FOR SHOTGUN REFEREES
6.1	To ensure that Shotgun Referees are able to carry out their duties in a fairand impartial manner, they must have good eyesight. Accordingly, all Shotgun
Referees must have passed an eye and vision examination made by anophthalmologist or other appropriate medical practitioner.
6.2	The form shown at the end of these Guidelines must be submitted with theapplication for a licence. The certificate must not be older than three (3)months when the licence application or licence renewal application is made.
6.3	All Shotgun Referees must be in possession of an eyesight certificate, which
is not more than two (2) years old, when undertaking the duties of a Shotgun
Referee at any ISSF competition. Such certificates must be checked by the
Chief of Referees before any competition commences.
Eyesight Standards

6.4

6.4.1	Visual acuity must be 0.7 (equal to 6/9 and 20/30) or better in each eye with orwithout correction.
6.4.2	The night vision must not be impaired.
6.4.3

The colour vision must be normal.

6.4.4

There must be no diplopia (double vision).

6.4.5

The binocular visual field must be normal.

6.4.6	Diabetes or any pathological eye conditions that may cause a substantial
deterioration in visual acuity or visual field within four (4) years must be
notified to the ISSF in order to give the ISSF the possibility to require further
investigations or to decide a shorter period of licence validity.
6.5	In case of any impairment to the vision of any Shotgun Referee, the Refereemust not be allowed to undertake duties until his eyesight is again certified to
be at least the minimum standard.
7	SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESS FOR THE ISSUANCE OFSHOTGUN REFEREES’ LICENCES
7.1	In exceptional cases an ISSF Shotgun Referees’ licence can be issued when it
is necessary to ensure there are sufficient qualified personnel at events whereworld records may be established. For example, when a change of venue isnecessary, or when any change of a previously assigned Referee is necessary.
7.2	The National Federation must submit an application.
7.3	The applications will be considered and decided by the ISSF Secretary
General together with the Chairman of the ISSF Judges’ Committee.
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7.5	Licences issued in this way must only be given to well qualified individuals.
The usual standards must be met; only the administrative process is changed.
8	APPLICATION FORMS FOR SHOTGUN REFEREES’ LICENCES AND
EYESIGHT EXAMINATION FORM AND CERTIFICATE
8.1	To simplify the administration of licence issue, the attached forms must be
used when applying for a Shotgun Referees’ licence.
8.2	For each application a digital photograph with a resolution of 300dpi must
be sent to the ISSF Headquarters. The photograph should have a neutral
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Referees’ Licence
The Federation ofendorses the application of:Name of national federation

Family Name(s)Given Name(s)Date ofbirth

Gender
Day

Month

Man 

Woman Year

Please specify if you already hold an ISSF Judges’
Licence in any discipline.:

The number is

To be licenced as an ISSF Shotgun Referee in the Trap, Double Trap and Skeet events
The Applicant has attended official ISSF Shotgun Referees’ Course(s) as follows:
EventsCourse Dates

Location

Instructor

With the signature the ISSF Member Federation certifies that the information given is correct, that theapplicant has experience as a national Referee, and that the photographs are of the applicant.
This is to certify that the information given is correct, that the applicant has experience as a national
judge, and that the photograph is of the applicant.
Signed for theFederation:

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Disability
I confirm, I am physically able to perform and fulfil all of the requirements and duties of an ISSF
Shotgun Referee.
Criminal Record
Do you have a criminal record relating to harassment and abuse, illegal drugs
or substances and/or any law designed to protect minors?

Yes 
No 

Language Capability
Provide an assessment of your language capability in the ISSF languages:
Language

Speak
FluentUnderstand
Well

Basic

Fluent

Well

Basic

EnglishArabicFrenchGermanRussian
SpanishApplicant’s Declaration
I affirm that all information contained in my application is true and correct.
I acknowledge to be bound by the ISSF Official Statutes, Rules and Regulations (including the
ISSF Code of Ethics) in the respective applicable version as published in the “Rules“ section
on www.issf-sports.org and I confirm that I have read and understood the ISSF Data Protection
Regulation as also published in the “Rules“ section on www.issf-sports.org.
Date:

Signature of Applicant:I consent to the ISSF’s use of my health data as provided in the Eyesight Test Form and Certificate.
I am aware that I have the right to withdraw my consent, but that such withdrawal does not affect thelawfulness of any processing that was based on my consent before the withdrawal. I am aware that a
withdrawal of my consent could prevent my continued engagement as ISSF Shotgun Referee.
Date:
Fee enclosed: Euro 50.00 

Signature of Applicant:
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International Shooting Sport Federation Official Use:
Date Acknowledged and Checked
Recommended

Not recommended

Class Licence

Postponed until

By

Date
For the Judges Committee

Trap

Double Trap

Skeet

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

Date of issue

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The Federation ofendorses the application of:Name of national federation

Family Name(s)Given Name(s)Date ofbirth

Gender
Day

Month

Man 

Woman Year

to have the licence renewed:
Licence Number:
The ISSF Member Federation confirms that the applicant has obtained experiences as a Shotgun
Referee in competitions under ISSF rules and regulations during the last five (5) year period.
The applicant has good knowledge of the current ISSF Rules and Regulations.
With the signature the ISSF Member Federation certifies that the information given is correct and thephotograph is of the applicant.
Signed for theFederation:

send a digital photo (300dpi) to
the ISSF Headquarters

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Eyesight Examination Formand Certificate
ApplicantFamily Name(s)Given Name(s)Date of
birth
Day

Month

Year

Certifying medical practitioner / ophthalmologist:
Name, qualifications and medical specialty (for example: Dr AB Cook, MD, General Practitioner:)
Name
Address
Email
Phone

Fax

Mobilephone
1.

Is the visual acuity 0.7 (6/9 or 20/30) or better on each eye?
Yes, without correction 
Yes, but only with correction 
Corrections: Left: ………………… Right: ………..…………

No 

2.

Is there any evidence or history of impaired night vision?

Yes 
No 

3.

Is there any defect in colour vision? If yes, what kind of defect:

Yes 
No 

4.

Is there any sign of diplopia?

Yes 
No 

5.

Are there any defects in the binocular visual field? If yes, attach vision field
maps!

Yes 
No 

6.

Is there any evidence of other ophthalmic pathological conditions or
diabetes? If yes, what condition(s):

Yes 
No 

Medical practitioner’s / ophthalmologist’s declaration:I, certify that I have examined the above named person, confirmed his/her identity and that I havecorrectly answered the questions above.
Date of examination:

Name:

Signature and Stamp:
For ISSF official use only:
Investigation 

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Rejected 

Approved 

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Guidelines for Public Affairs Activities
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Public Relations with Shooting Sport Equipment Suppliers
The ISSF relies on the cooperation, collaboration and support from all firms
involved in the production and distribution of items of equipment used in theshooting sport. Free facilities for firearms and equipment manufactures toservice their products must be made available.
Firms may rent space for displays at venues where ISSF supervised eventsand meetings are held.
Proposals for promotional and advertisement programmes that involve ISSF
participation or endorsement can be submitted by firms. Each programme
requires a specific agreement.
The ISSF may grant a licence to use the official emblem of the ISSF. This will
permit greater promotion of the shooting sport.
Advertisers’ requests, specifying detailed proposals and terms, mustbe submitted to the ISSF Secretary General, who will present them forconsideration by the ISSF Executive Committee.
All income must be deposited in the ISSF accounts.

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Public Relations with MediaThe ISSF intends to have the best possible public relations with the press,
radio and TV services in order to achieve extensive media coverage of ISSF
Championships and events. To support successful media relations, Organizing
Committees must coordinate with the ISSF Communication Manager andprovide:•	a press room at the shooting ranges with all modern telecommunication
systems, free internet service, telephone, duplication facilities and otherappropriate resources;•	a responsible person to be in charge of the media;•	areas where interviews and press conferences can be held with officials,
athletes and coaches;•	procedures to permit media access to the shooting ranges during thecompetition for filming and reporting;•	procedures to give media personnel reasonable access to athletes andteam leaders.

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Public Relations with the Community
The ISSF desires to establish good relations with members of the public in allcommunities where ISSF Championships, events and meetings are conducted.
In all ISSF Championships, events and meetings, the laws, rules andecological regulations of the community must be respected.
The shooting sport, in the tradition of the Olympic Spirit, must work to create
goodwill among all persons.

Further details are available in the “Guidelines for Organizing ISSF Championships” and“Guidelines for the Organization of the Media Work”.

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Guidelines for Media Coverage,
Broadcasting and Advertising1	All details about commercial rights including Media Coverage, Broadcastingand Advertising of all ISSF Championships and other ISSF official events(General Assemblies, Congresses etc.) are the property of the International
Shooting Sport Federations and further specified in the “ISSF Eligibility, ISSF
Commercial Rights and ISSF Sponsorship/Advertising Rules” within this RuleBook.
2	Details about Media Coverage and Broadcasting can be found in the“Guidelines for the Organization of Media Work” available at ISSF
Headquarters.

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Athletes Committee
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE ATHLETES COMMITTEE

1.1	To gather information and opinions from athletes on their needs and problems
with regard to the Olympic Games and ISSF Championships.
1.2	To voice opinions and make recommendations on these topics and forward
them to the relevant bodies of the ISSF.
1.3	To establish contact and coordinate activities with the Athletes Committees ofother international federations.
1.4	To participate in working groups, to ensure the best possible conditions for the
training, accommodation and living conditions for the athletes as well as for the
conduct of the competitions at the major international championships.
1.5	To support the fight against drugs and doping.
1.6	To establish a direct link with the athletes within the ISSF.
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STRUCTURE

2.1	The ISSF Athletes Committee must be composed of seven (7) members,
four (4) of them elected by the athletes participating in the ISSF WorldChampionships which are held every four (4) years and three (3) members
appointed by the ISSF Executive Committee.
2.1.1	In addition to the four (4) elected athletes, three (3) additional athletes will
be appointed by the ISSF Executive Committee as equal members of thecommittee in order to guarantee a balance between continents, genders anddisciplines.
2.2

The following elections will be held during the World Championships.

2.2.1	The appointment of three (3) additional members by the ISSF Executive
Committee will follow in a meeting after the athletes have elected the four (4)committee members.
2.3	To qualify as a candidate, an athlete must never have been found guilty of adoping offence and must have participated in either the last Olympic Games orin the previous or present World Championships.
2.4	The Chairman of the ISSF Athletes Committee will be elected by the ISSF
Executive Committee in its meeting following the election of the committee
members.
2.5	The term of office is four (4) years, and all members may be re-elected. A
member can serve on the committee for no longer than four (4) years after his/her retirement from international competition.
2.6	The Chairman will become a member of the Executive Committee and will
participate in all meetings of the Executive Committee as a representative of
the athletes with full voice and vote.
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The ISSF Athletes Committee may hold one (1) or two (2) meetings per year.

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ELECTION PROCEDURE

3.1	The ISSF Member Federations may present a candidate for the ISSF Athletes
Committee according to the Guidelines to the Constitution, but not earlier thantwo (2) months before and not later than 15 days before the day of the opening
ceremony of the World Championships.
3.2	The ISSF Headquarters will establish a list of all nominated candidates
including a brief biography. This list will be published on the ISSF website.
3.3	With the accreditation of all participating athletes in the World Championships,
each athlete entered in the men or women categories will be issued a voting
paper showing all candidates and the information on the voting procedure.
3.4	Each athlete may only vote for a maximum of four (4) candidates from thevoting ballot.
3.5	The four (4) athletes, who have received the highest number of votes, will beconsidered elected as members of the ISSF Athletes Committee.
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APPOINTMENT OF THREE ADDITIONAL MEMBERS

4.1	The ISSF Executive Committee will appoint three (3) additional members to
the Athletes Committee at its next meeting following the election of athletes.
4.2	The appointment will be conducted by a selection using the list of all
candidates for the election.
4.3	In the same meeting, the Executive Committee shall elect the Chairman of theAthletes Committee.
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FINANCIAL SITUATION OF THE COMMITTEE

5.1	In general, the ISSF Member Federation that nominated the elected member
has the responsibility of supporting the athlete’s participation in committee
meetings according to the Guidelines to the Constitution.
5.2	The ISSF Executive Committee will decide on any financial support for the
purpose of the meeting and will fix the amount of the daily allowance for eachathlete participating in the meeting.
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METHOD OF COMMUNICATION

6.1	There will be an official website for the ISSF Athletes Committee within theframework of the ISSF website. The internet can be one of the communication
tools.
6.2

Announcements will be made in the ISSF NEWS magazine.

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REMARKS

7.1	Athletes elected or appointed to the Athletes Committee must be aware of their
responsibilities as representatives of the athletes.
7.2	They must make every effort to attend all meetings.
7.3	They should be motivated to contribute to the shooting sport and the Olympic
Movement.
7.4	They should also be responsible for the education of young athletes.

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7.5	They should be educated in respect of positions as representatives, or officials,
in both international and national federations during the duration of their
appointment as members of the Athletes Committee.

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