Off Rule 7.1 Players reported by the umpire are to be sent off for the duration of the match. 7.2 Players sent off the field, but not reported, must remain off the field for 7 minutes according to the match clock. The timekeeper will notify the team manager when time has elapsed. The game recommences when the replacement player takes up a position on the field. The blood rule is signalled when the umpire raises both arms to shoulder height and crosses forearms in front of the face.
Time off is taken from the time the signal is observed until play recommences.