All members assume their own risk. There are no owners, partners or employees of the association. The South Bay Unit adheres to the requirements set forth by the California Football Officials Association Executive Council. Members are required to attend a minimum of six two-hour meetings and a field clinic. Decisions by the Board of Directors are made by a two-thirds vote of the Board after a discussion.
Decision making process is democratic in nature.
The South Bay Unit follows guidelines set by the California Football Officials Association and their instructional chairman. The South Bay Unit appoints an Instructional Chairman who is responsible for planning the training program for each season. Such plans are reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors. The Instructional Chairman has the discretion based upon feasibility to hold scrimmages or additional meetings. Rule and mechanics instruction, a pre-season field clinic, visual aids and any other method deemed fit are stressed and incorporated into the South Bay Unit's training program.