GENERAL TECHNICAL RULES FOR ALL SHOOTING DISCIPLINES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Edition 1997 (second printing, 05/99) Effective 1 January 1997 CHAPTERS Page Number 1.0 GENERAL 119 2.0 SAFETY 120 3.0 RANGE AND TARGET STANDARDS 122 4.0 EQUIPMENT AND AMMUNITION 165 5.0 COMPETITION OFFICIALS 165 6.0 SHOOTING EVENTS, PROCEDURES AND COMPETITION RULES 166 7.0 PRE-MATCH ADMINISTRATION 166 8.0 MALFUNCTIONS 168 9.0 RULES OF CONDUCT FOR SHOOTERS AND TEAM OFFICIALS 168 10.0 EQUIPMENT CONTROL 170 11.0 SCORING PROCEDURES 171 12.0 TIE-BREAKING 177 13.0 PROTESTS AND APPEALS 178 14.0 PROTOCOL: AWARDS AND RECORDS 180 15.0 MEDIA RELATIONS 181 16.0 LIST OF ALL FIGURES 182 17.0 INDEX 183 NOTE: Rule references which are given with numbers only refer to Rules in this book. If the reference is to another Rule book it will be specified. 1.0 GENERAL 1.1 Objective and Purpose of ISSF Rules The ISSF establishes technical rules for the sport of shooting to govern the conduct of shooting events recognized by the ISSF (see ISSF General Regulations Art. 3.1). The objective of the ISSF is to achieve uniformity in the conduct of the shooting sport throughout the world to promote the development of the sport. ISSF technical rules are provided to help achieve this objective. 1.1.1 ISSF technical rules include General Technical Rules that are common to all shooting disciplines and Special Technical Rules that apply specifically to the four shooting disciplines: Pistol, Rifle, Running Target and Shotgun. 1.1.2 ISSF General and Special Technical Rules are approved by the ISSF Administrative Council in accordance with Art. 7.2.5 of the Constitution of the ISSF. 1.1.3 ISSF General and Special Technical Rules are subordinate to the Constitution of the ISSF and ISSF General Regulations. 1.1.4 ISSF General and Special Technical Rules are approved to be effective for a minimum of four years beginning on 1 January of the year following the Olympic Games. Except in special situations, ISSF Rules are not changed during this four year period. 1.2 Application of ISSF General and Special Technical Rules. 1.2.1 Throughout these Rules, competitions where world records may be established and which are supervised by the ISSF in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 2.1 are referred to as "ISSF Championships". 1.2.2 ISSF Rules must be applied at all ISSF Championships. 1.2.3 The ISSF recommends that ISSF Rules be applied at competitions where ISSF events are in the program, even if world records cannot be established. 1.3 Scope of General Technical Rules General Technical Rules include: 1.3.1 Rules for the preparation and organization of ISSF Championships. 1.3.2 Rules for planning the construction and installation of shooting ranges. 1.3.3 Rules which apply to all shooting disciplines or more than one shooting discipline. 1.4 Special Considerations 1.4.1 When a Rule refers to right-handed shooters, the reverse of that Rule refers to left-handed shooters. 1.4.2 Unless a Rule applies specifically to a men's or women's event, it must apply uniformly to both men's and women's events. 1.4.3 During competitions the Jury and/or the Range Officers must decide all cases which are not provided for in these Rules. 1.5 Organization and Conduct of ISSF Championships 1.5.1 An Organizing Committee must be formed in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 4.1 and is responsible for the preparation, administration and conduct of the shooting competitions. The Organizing Committee must consist only of representatives of the host country. Representative(s) of the ISSF may be invited as technical advisors without voting rights. 1.5.2 A Chief Range Officer and appropriate Assistant Range Officers and/or Referees appointed by the Organizing Committee must be responsible for the technical aspects and conduct of the individual shooting events. 2.0 SAFETY 2.1 ISSF Rules state only specific safety requirements which are required by the ISSF for use in ISSF Championships. Necessary and special safety regulations for ranges differ from country to country. For this reason no details are stated within these Rules. The safety of a shooting range depends to a large extent on local conditions, and additional safety rules may be established by the Organizing Committee. The Organizing Committee must know the principles of range safety and take the necessary steps to apply them. The Organizing Committee bears the responsibility for safety. Team officials and shooters must be advised of any special regulations. 2.2 The safety of shooters, range officials and spectators requires continued and careful attention to gun handling and caution in moving about the range. Self-discipline is necessary on the part of all. Where such self-discipline is lacking, it is the duty of range officials to enforce discipline and the duty of shooters and team officials to assist in such enforcement. 2.3 In the interest of safety, a Jury Member or a range official may stop shooting at any time. Shooters and team officials must notify range officers or Jury Members of any situation that may be dangerous or which may cause an accident. 2.4 An equipment inspector, range officer, referee or Jury Member may pick up a shooter's equipment (including a gun) without his permission, but in his presence and with his knowledge. 2.5 To ensure safety, all guns must be handled with maximum care at all times. Guns must not be removed from the firing line during the course of fire except with the permission of range officials. 2.5.1 Guns may be loaded only on the firing line and only after the command or signal to "LOAD" or "START" is given. The action or breach must not be closed until the gun or firearm is pointing down range in a safe direction. See also STR for each discipline. 2.5.2 After the last shot, the shooter must ascertain before leaving the firing line, and have the Range Officer or Referee verify, that the action is open and that there are no cartridges in the chamber or magazine. 2.5.3 Dry fire and aiming exercises are permitted, but only with the permission of the Range Officer, and only on the firing line or in a designated area. Handling guns is not permitted when operating personnel are forward of the firing line. 2.5.4 All guns must be kept unloaded except on the firing line after the command or signal to "LOAD" or "START" has been given. If a shooter fires a shot before the command "LOAD" or "START" has been given, or after the command "STOP" or "UNLOAD" has been given, he may be disqualified. 2.5.5 During the competition the gun may be put down only after the cartridge(s) and/or magazine are removed. Air and gas guns must be made safe by opening the cocking handle and/or loading port. 2.6 When the command or signal to "STOP" or "UNLOAD" is given, all shooters must stop shooting immediately, must unload their guns, make them safe and place them on the ground or shooting bench. Shooting may only be resumed when the command or signal to "START" is given again. 2.7 The Chief Range Officer or other appropriate range officials are responsible for giving the commands "LOAD", "START", "STOP", "UNLOAD" and other necessary commands. The Range Officer must also be sure that the commands are obeyed and that all guns are handled safely. Any shooter who touches a gun or magazine, except to unload, without the permission of the Range Officer after the "STOP" command has been given during a competition may be disqualified. 2.8 Ear Protection: All shooters and other persons in the immediate vicinity of the firing line are urged to wear ear plugs, ear muffs, or similar ear protection. Ear protectors incorporating any type of receiving devices are not permitted for shooters. 2.9 Eye Protection: All shooters are urged to wear shatterproof shooting glasses or similar eye protection while shooting. 3.0 RANGE AND TARGET STANDARDS 3.1 General Paper and Clay Target Requirements 3.1.1 Samples of all paper targets (5 of each type) and clay targets (twenty) to be used in ISSF Championships must be submitted to the ISSF Secretary General, to verify their conformance with ISSF specifications, at least six (6) months prior to the start of such Championships (see ISSF General Regulations Art. 5.4). 3.1.2 The quality and dimensions of all targets will be examined again by the Technical Delegates prior to the beginning of ISSF Championships. Only targets which are the same as the approved samples may be used. 3.1.3 Target paper must be of a non-reflecting color and material so that the black aiming area (center) is clearly visible under normal light conditions at the appropriate distances. The target paper and scoring rings must retain dimensional accuracy under all weather and climatic conditions. The target paper must register shot holes without excessive tearing or distortion. 3.1.4 Inner tens are for the guidance of shooters and are scored only to enable ties to be broken in accordance with these Rules. 3.1.5 The dimensions of all scoring rings are measured from the outside edges (outside diameter) of the scoring rings. 3.1.6 In ISSF Championships only targets with one black aiming area are permitted, except in the case of the Running Target (see Rule 3.2.7.2). 3.1.7 Targets are divided into scoring zones by scoring rings. Shots striking in a scoring zone receive the number of points designated for that scoring zone. Any shot which strikes or touches the outer edge of a scoring ring receives the score value of that zone (see scoring, Rule 11.10). 3.2 Competition Targets: 3.2.1 300 Meter Rifle Target: 10 Ring 100mm (±0.5mm ) 5 Ring 600mm (±3.0mm ) 9 Ring 200mm (±1.0mm ) 4 Ring 700mm (±3.0mm ) 8 Ring 300mm (±1.0mm ) 3 Ring 800mm (±3.0mm ) 7 Ring 400mm (±3.0mm ) 2 Ring 900mm (±3.0mm ) 6 Ring 500mm (±3.0mm ) 1 Ring 1000mm (±3.0mm ) Inner Ten = 50mm (+0.5mm ). Black, from 5 to 10 Rings = 600mm . Ring Thickness: 1.0mm - 2.0mm . Minimum visible size of target card: 1300mm x 1300mm Scoring ring values 1 - 9 are printed in the scoring zones, in diagonal lines at right angles to each other. The 10 point zone is not marked with a number. [Image] Figure 1: 300 Meter Rifle Target 3.2.2 50 Meter Rifle Target: 10 Ring 10.4mm (+0.1mm ) 5 Ring 90.4mm (+0.5mm ) 9 Ring 26.4mm (+0.2mm ) 4 Ring 106.4mm (+0.5mm ) 8 Ring 42.4mm (+0.2mm ) 3 Ring 122.4mm (+0.5mm ) 7 Ring 58.4mm (+0.5mm ) 2 Ring 138.4mm (+0.5mm ) 6 Ring 74.4mm (+0.5mm ) 1 Ring 154.4mm (+0.5mm ) Inner Ten = 5mm (+0.1mm). Diameter of the black bullseye: 112.4mm (+0.5mm). Ring Thickness: 0.2mm to 0.3mm. Minimum visible size of target card: 250mm x 250mm. Scoring ring values 1 - 8 are printed in the scoring zones in vertical and horizontal lines, at right angles to each other. The 9 and 10 point zones are not marked with a number. [Image] Figure 2: 50 Meter Rifle Target 3.2.3 10 Meter Air Rifle Target: 10 Ring 0.5mm (+0.1mm) 5 Ring 25.5mm (+0.1mm) 9 Ring 5.5mm (+0.1mm) 4 Ring 30.5mm (+0.1mm) 8 Ring 10.5mm (+0.1mm) 3 Ring 35.5mm (+0.1mm) 7 Ring 15.5mm (+0.1mm) 2 Ring 40.5mm (+0.1mm) 6 Ring 20.5mm (+0.1mm) 1 Ring 45.5mm (+0.1mm) Inner Ten: When the 10 Ring (dot) has been shot out completely as determined by the use of a 4.5mm Air Rifle INWARD scoring gauge. Black from 4 - 9 rings = 30.5mm. The ten ring is a white dot = 0.5mm. Ring thickness: 0.1mm to 0.2mm. Minimum visible size of target card: 80mm x 80mm. Scoring ring values 1 - 8 are printed in the scoring zones in vertical and horizontal lines, at right angles to each other. The 9 point zone is not marked with a number. The 10 is a white dot. Background cards 170mm x 170mm, similar in color to the target material must be provided to improve the visibility of target. [Image] Figure 3: 10 Meter Air Rifle Target 3.2.4 25 Meter Rapid Fire Pistol Target: (for the Rapid Fire Pistol event and the Rapid Fire stage of the Center Fire and 25m Pistol events): 10 ring 100mm (+0.4mm) 7 ring 340mm (+1.0mm) 9 ring 180mm (+0.6mm) 6 ring 420mm (+1.0mm) 8 ring 260mm (+1.0mm) 5 ring 500mm (+1.0mm) Inner Ten: 50mm (+0.2mm). Black from 5 to 10 rings = 500mm. Ring thickness: 0.5mm to 1.0mm. Minimum visible size of target card: width: 550mm height: 520mm-550mm. Scoring ring values 5 - 9 are printed in the scoring zones, in vertical lines only. The 10 point zone is not marked with a number. The zone numbers shall be approximately 5mm high and 0.5mm thick. White horizontal aiming lines replace the ring values at the left and the right side of the target center. Each of the lines is 125mm long and 5mm wide (see Figure 4). [Image] Figure 4: 25 Meter Rapid Fire Pistol Target 3.2.5 25m and 50m Precision Pistol Target (For the 50m Pistol and 25m Standard Pistol events and the precision stage of Center Fire and the 25m Pistol events). 10 ring 50mm (+0.2mm) 5 ring 300mm (+1.0mm) 9 ring 100mm (+0.4mm) 4 ring 350mm (+1.0mm) 8 ring 150mm (+0.6mm) 3 ring 400mm (+1.0mm) 7 ring 200mm (+1.0mm) 2 ring 450mm (+1.0mm) 6 ring 250mm (+1.0mm) 1 ring 500mm (+1.0mm) Inner ten: 25mm (+0.2mm). Black from 7 to 10 rings = 200mm. Ring thickness: 0.2mm to 0.5mm. Minimum visible size of target card: width: 550mm height: 520mm-550mm. Scoring ring values 1 - 9 are printed in the scoring zones, in vertical and horizontal lines, at right angles to each other. The 10 point zone is not marked with a number. The zone numbers shall be approximately 10mm high, 1mm thick and shall be easily read with normal spotting telescopes at the appropriate distance (see Figure 5). [Image] Figure 5: 25 Meter / 50 Meter Precision Pistol Target 3.2.6 10 Meter Air Pistol Target 10 ring 11.5mm (+0.1mm) 5 ring 91.5mm (+0.5mm) 9 ring 27.5mm (+0.2mm) 4 ring 107.5mm (+0.5mm) 8 ring 43.5mm (+0.2mm) 3 ring 123.5mm (+0.5mm) 7 ring 59.5mm (+0.5mm) 2 ring 139.5mm (+0.5mm) 6 ring 75.5mm (+0.5mm) 1 ring 155.5mm (+0.5mm) Inner ten: 5.0mm (+0.1mm). Black from 7 to 10 rings = 59.5mm. Ring thickness: 0.1mm to 0.2mm. Minimum visible size of target card: 170mm x 170mm. The scoring ring values 1 to 8 are printed in the scoring zones in vertical and horizontal lines, at right angles to each other. The ten and the nine zones are not marked with a number. The zone numbers shall be not more than 2mm high and shall be easily read with normal spotting telescopes at the appropriate distance (see Figure 6). [Image] Figure 6: 10 Meter Air Pistol Target 3.2.7 Running Target: 3.2.7.1 The 50m Running Target depicts a running wild boar with scoring rings printed on the shoulder of the animal. Targets must be printed in one color only. The Running Target is printed to show the animal running in left and right directions. The animal must be printed on a rectangular-shaped target paper. Trimming the frame to the shape of the animal is not permitted (see Figure 7 A). 50 Meter Running Target: 10 ring 60mm (+0.2mm) 5 ring 230mm (+1.0mm) 9 ring 94mm (+0.4mm) 4 ring 264mm (+1.0mm) 8 ring 128mm (+0.6mm) 3 ring 298mm (+1.0mm) 7 ring 162mm (+0.8mm) 2 ring 332mm (+1.0mm) 6 ring 196mm (+1.0mm) 1 ring 366mm (+1.0mm) Inner ten: 30mm (+0.2mm). Ring thickness: 1mm (+0.1mm). The center of the 10 ring must be 500mm from the tip of the nose of the boar measured on a horizontal line. Scoring ring values 1 to 9 must be clearly printed in the appropriate scoring zones in diagonal lines at right angles to each other. Repair centers or half targets may be used. The repair center must be matched to the full target. In ISSF championships, the repair center must include the nose, head and all scoring rings (see Figures 7 B and 7 C). [Image] Figure 7A, B, C: 50m Running Target 3.2.7.2 10 Meter Running Target: The 10m Running Target is a single card with two scoring zones each with rings 1 to 10 on the two sides and a single aiming mark in the center (see Figure 7 D). 10 ring 5.5mm (+0.1mm) 5 ring 30.5mm (+0.2mm) 9 ring 10.5mm (+0.1mm) 4 ring 35.5mm (+0.3mm) 8 ring 15.5mm (+0.1mm) 3 ring 40.5mm (+0.3mm) 7 ring 20.5mm (+0.2mm) 2 ring 45.5mm (+0.3mm) 6 ring 25.5mm (+0.2mm) 1 ring 50.5mm (+0.3mm) Inner ten is white: 0.5mm (+0.1mm). Ring thickness: 0.1mm to 0.2mm. Size of target card: 260mm x 150mm. The center of the 10 ring must be 70mm from the center of the aiming mark measured on a horizontal line. The targets will be black from the 10 ring through the 5 ring (30.5mm). The black aiming mark with an outside diameter of 15.5mm must include white rings of the size of the 10 (5.5mm) and 9 (10.5mm) rings and a white central dot (0.5mm). Scoring ring values 1 to 9 must be clearly printed in the appropriate scoring zones in diagonal lines at right angles to each other. [Image] Figure 7 D: 10m Running Target 3.2.8 Clay Targets (for shotgun events): Diameter: 110mm (+1mm). Height: 25mm to 26mm. Weight: 105 grams (+5 grams). The color of the targets may be all black, all white, all yellow, all orange; or the full dome may be painted white, yellow, or orange; or a ring may be painted around the dome in white, yellow or orange. The color of the clay target must be specified in all programs for ISSF Championships. The color of a target which is selected for a ISSF Championship must be clearly visible against the background of the range under all normal lighting conditions. The same color targets must be used for training. General Specifications for Clay Targets [Image] A-Weight 105gms±5gms E-Base Height 11mm+1mm B-Base Diam Ø 110mm ± 1mm F-Rotating Ring Ht. 7mm+1mm C-Rotating Ring Ø 95mm -98mm G-Dome Height* 8mm+1mm D-Total Height 25mm -26mm H-Base & Ring Ht. 18mm+1mm * "G" The actual shape of the target dome is to be engineered to provide the best aerodynamics design and flight stability. ** "Breakability" - targets must be capable of withstanding the force of the trap to be thrown to a distance of 80m and to be easily breakable with normal ISSF Skeet and Trap load cartridges within legal shooting distances. Figure 8: Clay Target 3.3 Sighting Targets Sighting targets must be clearly marked with a black diagonal stripe in the upper right hand corner of the target. The stripe must be clearly visible to the naked eye at the appropriate distance under normal light conditions (Except for Rapid Fire Pistol Target). 3.4 Backing Targets for 25m Pistol Competitions 3.4.1 At ISSF Championships where electronic scoring targets are used backing targets must be used for all 25m Pistol events to assist in the identification of shots which may have missed the targets. 3.4.2 Backing targets must, as a minimum, cover the entire width of the 25m frame (5 targets). They must be located a uniform distance of not less than one meter and not more than two meters behind the competition targets. They must be continuous, or on adjoining frames, without any spaces between them, to register any shots between competition targets. 3.4.3 Backing targets must be made of non-reflecting paper of a neutral color similar to the target and have no scoring rings. They must be of sufficient size to register all shots fired from the corresponding shooting position. 3.5 Range Standards 3.5.1 General for all disciplines 3.5.1.1 The ISSF Technical Delegates, in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Arts. 4.2, 4.3 and 4.4, and in cooperation with the Match Director and range officials appointed by the Organizing Committee for the different disciplines, must inspect the shooting ranges and equipment for all ISSF Championships. They may approve small deviations from specifications in ISSF Rules which do not conflict with the intent and spirit of ISSF Regulations and Rules, except that no deviations in shooting distances and target specifications are allowed. Participating countries or federations must be notified of all approved deviations prior to the closing date for entries in the competition. 3.5.1.2 New outdoor ranges should be constructed in such a way that the sun is behind the shooter as much as possible during the competition day. 3.5.1.3 Hearing protection in the form of ear plugs or muffs (not plain cotton) must be provided for all range officials whose duties require them to be near the firing line during shooting (i.e., Register Keepers, Range Officers, Jury Members, etc.). 3.6 Common Standards for 300 m, 50 m, 25m and 10m Rifle and Pistol Ranges 3.6.1 Ranges must have a line of targets and a firing line. The firing line must be parallel to the line of targets. The firing points or shooting stations are located behind the firing line. 3.6.2 The range may be surrounded by walls, if necessary, for safety reasons. Protection against the accidental exit of unaimed shots may also be provided by transverse baffle systems between the firing line and the line of targets. 3.6.3 Protection against rain, sun and wind must be provided in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 5.1. This protection shall be such that no obvious advantage is given to any firing point or part of the range. 10m air gun ranges for ISSF competitions and Olympic Games must be installed indoors (see ISSF General Regulations Art. 5.1). 3.6.4 There must be sufficient space behind the firing points for the range officials and the Jury to perform their duties. Smoking is prohibited in this area. 3.6.5 Space must be provided for spectators. This area must be separated from the area for shooters and officials by a suitable barrier located at least 5m behind the firing line. Smoking is prohibited even in the spectator area 3.6.6 The use of mobile telephones, walkie-talkies or similar devices by competitors, coaches and team officials while within the competition area is prohibited. All mobile telephones must be switched OFF. 3.6.7 Each range must be equipped with a large clock at each end of the hall which can be clearly seen by shooters and officials. 3.6.8 Target frames or mechanisms must be marked with numbers corresponding to their firing point number. The numbers must be large enough to be easily seen under normal shooting conditions with normal vision at the appropriate distance. The numbers must be of alternating and contrasting colors and be clearly visible throughout the competition, whether the targets are exposed or concealed. 3.6.9 Targets must be fixed in such a manner that they have no appreciable movement even in high winds. 3.6.10 Any target system may be used, provided it guarantees the necessary degree of safety, accurate control of timing, and efficient, accurate and rapid scoring and changing of the targets. 3.6.11 If Register Keepers are used a desk and chair must be located behind each firing point in such a way that shooters are not disturbed. 3.6.12 A communications system must be provided between the Range Officers at the firing line and any personnel behind the targets who are operating the target mechanisms or working in the pits. 3.6.13 If pits with individual markers for each target are used, there shall be a signal system between the Register Keeper and the Marker. 3.7 Wind Flags for 300m and 50m Rifle and Pistol Ranges 3.7.1 3.7.1 Rectangular wind flags, which indicate air movements on the range, should be made of a cotton material weighing approximately 150 g/m². They must be placed as close to the bullet's flight path as possible without interfering with the bullets or the shooter's view of the target during aiming. The color of the wind flags must be in contrast to the background. Dual color or striped wind flags are permitted and recommended. 3.7.2 Private wind indicators are prohibited. 3.7.3 On 50m ranges (rifle and pistol), wind flags measuring 50mm x 400mm are to be placed at distances of 10m and 30m from the firing line, on the imaginary lines separating each firing point and its corresponding target from the adjacent points and targets. Flags must be placed on the shooters' side of any safety baffles or wind screens. 3.7.4 On 300m ranges, wind flags measuring 200mm x 1500mm are to be placed at distances of 50 m, 100m and 200m from the firing line on the imaginary lines separating every fourth (4th) firing point and its corresponding target from the next point and target. Flags must be placed on the shooters' side of any safety baffles or wind screens. 3.8 Shooting Distances 3.8.1 World records will only be valid if the range meets the standards specified in Rule 3.8.3. 3.8.2 Shooting distances must be measured from the firing line to the target face. If pit operated targets are used the distance must be measured to the face of the front target, which is always the competition target. 3.8.3 Shooting distances must be as exact as possible, subject to the following allowable variations. 300m range +/- 1.00 m 50m range +/- 0.20 m 25m range +/- 0.10 m 10m range +/- 0.05 m 50m running target range +/- 0.20 m 10m running target range +/- 0.05 m 3.8.4 In combined 50m rifle, pistol and running target ranges, the allowable variation can be increased to +2.50m for running target. The opening must be accordingly adjusted (see Rule 3.18.11). 3.8.5 The firing line must be clearly marked. No part of the shooter's body may contact the floor or ground ahead of the edge of the firing line nearest to the shooter. 3.9 Height of Target Center (Center of the Ten Ring) The center of the targets must be within the following heights when measured from the level of the floor of the firing point: Standard Variation Height Allowable 300m ranges 3.00m +/- 4.00 m 50m ranges 0.75m +/- 0.50 m 25m ranges 1.40m +/- 0.10 m 10m ranges 1.40m +/- 0.05 m 50m Running Target 1.40m +/- 0.20 m 10m Running Target 1.40m +/- 0.05 m All target centers within a group of targets or range must have the same height (+1cm). 3.10 Horizontal Variations for Target Centers on 300 m, 50m and 10m Rifle and Pistol Range 3.10.1 Target centers at 300 m, 50 m, and 10m must be oriented on the center of the corresponding firing point. Horizontal deviations from a center line drawn perpendicular (90 degrees) to the center of the firing point are: Maximum variation from center in either direction 300m rifle 6.00 m 50m rifle/pistol 0.75 m 10m rifle/pistol 0.25 m The distance between target centers must correspond to the width of the firing points (+1cm)(see Rule 3.12). 3.11 Horizontal Variations for Firing Points on 50m and 10m Running Target and 25m Pistol Ranges The center of the firing points must be located as follows: 3.11.1 For Rapid Fire ranges, according to the center of the group of five. 3.11.2 For Running Target ranges, according to the center of the opening. 3.11.3 The center of the firing point must be oriented on the center of the corresponding target or opening. Maximum horizontal deviations from a centerline drawn perpendicular (90 degrees) to the center of the target or opening are: Maximum variation in either direction 25m range 0.75 m 50m Running Target Range 2.00 m 10m Running Target Range 0.40 m 3.12 General Firing Point Standards for 300 m, 50m and 10m Ranges The firing point must be constructed so that it does not vibrate or move when other persons are walking close by. If the floor is of earth or gravel, it must be covered with canvas or other material to prevent the shooter's elbows from digging into its surface. From the firing line to approximately 1.2m rearward, the firing point must be level in all directions. The remainder of the firing point must either be level or may slope to the rear with a few centimeters drop. If shooting is done from tables, the tables must be approximately 2.2m long and 0.8m to 1m wide, firm and stable, removable, covered with a rug or pad (see Rule 3.12.1). Shooting tables may slope to the rear a maximum of 10cm. 3.12.1 The firing point must be equipped with: 3.12.1.1 A removable or adjustable bench or stand, 0.7m - 1.0m high. 3.12.1.2 A mat for shooting in the prone and kneeling positions. The front portion of the mat must be of a compressible material not more than 50mm thick, and approximately 50cm x 75cm in size and measuring not less than 10mm when compressed with the measuring device shown in Figure 9. The remainder of the mat must have a maximum thickness of 50mm and a minimum thickness of 2mm and a minimum overall size of 80cm x 200cm. An alternative of two mats is permitted, one thick and one thin, but together must not exceed the dimensions indicated in this rule. The use of private mats is prohibited. [Image] Figure 9: Thickness Gauge 3.12.1.3 A chair or stool for the shooter. 3.12.1.4 A desk and chair for the Register Keeper and, if necessary, a spotting telescope. 3.12.1.5 A scoreboard, approximately 50cm x 50cm, on which the Register Keeper can post unofficial scores for the spectators. The scoreboard should be located so that it can easily be seen by spectators but does not obscure their view of the shooters. 3.12.1.6 The range must be constructed so that the shooters are adequately sheltered from rain, sun and wind in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 5.1. and Rule 3.6.3. If the firing point is exposed to excessive wind, additional protection for the shooters must be provided by screens, rows of trees or other means. 3.12.1.7 When it is necessary to install dividing screens on the firing line they must be made of transparent material on a light frame. Screens should extend at least 50cm forward of the firing line, and be no less than 1.5m long x 2.0m high. They are to be located between every two firing points, at the minimum. 3.13 Firing Point Standards for 300m Ranges The size of the firing point must not be less than 1.6m wide x 2.5m long. The width of the firing point may be reduced only if any dividing screens are constructed so that a shooter in the prone position can put his left leg in an adjacent firing point without disturbing that shooter. Special provision must be made for left-handed shooters. 3.14 Firing Point Standards for 50m Ranges 3.14.1 The size of the firing point must not be less than 1.6m wide x 2.5m long if the firing point is also used for 300m shooting (see Rule 3.13). 3.14.2 To allow more shooters to participate in 50m events, the width of the firing point may be reduced to 1.25m. Target systems used on such ranges must be capable of changing targets without disturbing neighboring shooters. 3.14.3 If automatic target carriers or changers are used, the shooter may control target changing or target changing may be controlled by the Register Keeper. In either case, the shooter is completely responsible for shooting on the correct target. 3.15 Range and Firing Point Standards for 10m Ranges 3.15.1 The firing point must be a minimum of 1m wide. 3.15.2 The range must be equipped according to Rule 3.12, except that only the installations and equipment required for the standing position must be provided. 3.15.3 10m ranges must be equipped with electric-mechanical target carriers or changers or electronic targets.. 3.15.4 Indoor 10m ranges must have artificial illumination providing the necessary amount of light without glare or distracting shadows on the targets or firing points. The entire area must be evenly illuminated with no less than 300 lux. Targets must be illuminated evenly with no less than 1000 lux. The background area behind the targets must be a non-reflecting, medium, neutral color. If fluorescent lights are used, multiple tubes working "out of phase" must be provided. If due to the request from the media, the lighting on the firing points has to be increased, then the light on the targets must be appropriately increased. 3.15.4.1 Measuring of the target illumination (minimum 1000 lux) must be done with the measuring device held at the level of the target and pointed toward the firing point. Measuring general range illumination (a minimum of 300 Lux): The measuring device must be held at the firing point and midway between the firing point and the target line with the device directed toward the ceiling illumination (see Figure 10). [Image] Figure 10: 10m Indoor Range Light Measuring 3.15.5 10m air gun ranges for ISSF competitions and Olympic Games must be installed indoors in accordance with ISSF General Regulation Art. 5.1. 3.16 Range and Firing Point Standards for 25m Pistol Ranges 3.16.1 Roofs and screens of 25m ranges must provide the shooter with adequate shelter from wind, rain, sun and ejected cartridge cases in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 5.1. 3.16.2 The floor of the firing point must be level in all directions. It must be of firm construction and not permit any vibration. 3.16.3 The firing point must be roofed or covered at a minimum height of 2.20m above the level of the firing point. 3.16.4 Firing point or shooting station dimensions must be: Width Depth Rapid Fire Pistol 1.50 m 1.50 m Sport and Center Fire Pistol 1.00 m 1.50 m Standard Pistol 1.00 m 1.50 m 3.16.5 Firing points must be separated by transparent screens which protect shooters from ejected cartridge cases and permit visibility of the shooters by the officials. The screens must: 3.16.5.1 Extend at least 50cm forward of the front edge of the firing line. 3.16.5.2 Be a minimum of 150cm long and 170cm high, with the top edge at least 200cm above the floor of the firing point. 3.16.5.3 If the screen does not reach the floor of the firing point, the bottom edge should not be more than 70cm above the floor of the firing line. 3.16.6 Each firing point must be provided with the following equipment: 3.16.6.1 A removable or adjustable bench or table, approximately 50cm x 60cm in size and 70cm to 100cm high. 3.16.6.2 A chair or stool for the shooter. 3.16.6.3 A desk and chair for the Register Keeper. 3.16.6.4 A scoreboard, approximately 50cm x 50cm on which the first Register Keeper can post unofficial scores for the spectators. The scoreboard should be located so that it can be seen easily by spectators but does not obscure their view of the shooters. 3.17 Standards for 25m Turning Target Installations When electronic scoring targets are not used, ranges for 25m events must be equipped with a target rotating or turning mechanism which permits 90 degree (+10 degrees) turning of the targets on their vertical axis. In precision stages of 25m pistol events, stationary target frames may be used. 3.17.1 The time for turning must not exceed 0.3 seconds. 3.17.2 When the targets have turned, there must be no visible vibration to distract the shooter. 3.17.3 When viewed from above, the targets must turn in a clockwise direction to the facing position and in a counterclockwise direction to the edge-on position (see Figure 11). [Image] Figure 11: Rotation of Turning Targets 3.17.4 In 25m events, the targets must be placed in: 3.17.4.1 Groups of 5, for the Rapid Fire Pistol event. 3.17.4.2 Groups of 3 (1st, 3rd, and 5th) or groups of 4 (1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th) for the 25m Pistol, Center Fire Pistol and Standard Pistol events. 3.17.5 25m ranges must be divided into sections which are composed of (2) groups of targets. 3.17.5.1 A Range Officer must be in charge of each section. 3.17.5.2 The sections must be separated from each other by suitable protective walls. 3.17.5.3 Each range section should operate independently. 3.17.6 The targets in a section must all turn simultaneously. Their simultaneous turning within the section must be achieved by use of a mechanism which provides efficient operation and accurate timing. 3.17.7 The automatic turning and timing device must ensure: 3.17.7.1 The 90 degrees rotation of the targets from their initial edge-on position to the facing position (see Rule 3.17 and Figure 11). 3.17.7.2 Targets remain in the facing position for the specified period of time. 3.17.7.3 Targets return to the edge-on position after the specified time (+0.2seconds - 0.0seconds). 3.17.8 Accurate and consistent timing of both the rotation period and the period at rest in the facing position must be checked before and during the competition using one of the following methods: 3.17.8.1 By placing the stopwatch on the edge of the target to allow the target movements to start and stop the stop watch. 3.17.8.2 By using three hand operated stopwatches, with the middle (median) time being accepted. 3.17.8.3 By using other systems or devices which have been approved by the ISSF Technical Committee. 3.17.9 Timing must start the moment the targets begin to face and stop the moment they begin to turn away. 3.17.10 If the time is less than specified or greater than 0.2 sec, the Range Officer, acting either on his own or on instructions from a Jury member, must stop the shooting to allow the timing mechanism to be regulated. In such cases, the Jury may postpone the start or restart of shooting. 3.17.11 Adjacent to each group of targets for the rapid fire pistol events, a small scoreboard must be erected on which the second Register Keeper can mark the score for each series. The scoreboard should be visible to the spectators. 3.17.12 If plywood or other solid backing boards are used for the targets, the area corresponding to the eight (8) ring zone must be cut out from the backing board to facilitate scoring and the accurate measurement of skid shots. If solid backing boards are used, the center portion of the target backing boards must be made of cardboard. 3.17.13 Target frames for the rapid fire pistol event must be placed in groups of five (5), all at the same height +1cm, all functioning simultaneously and all facing one firing point which is centered on the middle target of the group. The distance between target centers, axis to axis, in a group of five must be 75cm (+1cm). 3.17.14 Facing times for 25m pistol events are: 3.17.14.1 Rapid Fire Pistol 8, 6 and 4 seconds. 3.17.14.2 Standard Pistol: 150, 20 and 10 seconds. 3.17.14.3 25m Pistol and Center Fire Pistol Rapid Fire Stage: Facing for 3 seconds for each shot, alternating with an edge-on face away time of 7 seconds. 3.17.14.4 For all facing times a tolerance of + 0.2 seconds to -0.0 seconds is allowed. 3.17.15 Standards for 25m Electronic Scoring Systems When electronic scoring targets are used the timing equipment will be set to give the nominal exposure times (see 3.17.14) plus 0.1 seconds (which is half the tolerance given in 3.17.7.3). An "after-time" (the period which is to ensure that shots which would have been valid "skid-shots" on conventional targets, are also scored on the electronic targets) will be added at + 0.2 seconds; this should ensure that any shot fired while the green light is illuminated, and which has a muzzle velocity of at least 140 m/sec, will be attributed to the shooter. 3.18 Standards for Running Target Ranges 3.18.1 The range must be so arranged that the target runs horizontally in both directions across an open area with a constant speed. This area, where the target may be fired upon, is called the "opening." The movement of the target across the opening is called a "run." 3.18.2 The protective walls on both sides of the opening must be of such a height that no part of the target is visible until it reaches the opening. The edges must be marked with a color differing from that of the target. 3.18.3 Targets for 50m are placed on a trolley or target carrier constructed so that the two targets (one running to the left and one to the right) can be alternately shown. The trolley may run on rails, cable or a similar system and must be moved by a driving unit which can be regulated accurately for speed. Targets for 10m are not changed for left and right runs. 3.18.4 Ranges must be constructed to prevent any person from being exposed to danger during shooting. 3.18.5 The shooting station must be arranged so that the shooter is visible to spectators. The shooting station must be protected from rain. The shooter should also be protected from sun and wind if this does not prevent spectators from seeing him. 3.18.5.1 The shooting station must be at least 1m wide and aligned with the center line of fire according to 3.11.3. The "Dry Fire" position must be located to the left of the shooting station. The shooting station must be secured on both sides with separating partitions so that the shooter is not disturbed by dry firing or other extraneous influences. 3.18.6 In front of the shooter there must be a bench or a table 80cm - 100cm high. 3.18.7 Behind the shooter there must be a place for the Range Officer and at least one member of the Jury. The Register Keepers must be located either behind or at the side of the shooting station. 3.18.8 Run times for the targets are: Slow runs: 5.0 seconds, + 0.2 seconds - 0.0 seconds Fast runs: 2.5 seconds, + 0.1 seconds - 0.0 seconds 3.18.9 The run is the time when the target is visible in the opening. The timing of the run must start when the leading edge of the target appears and stop when the leading edge of the target reaches the opposite wall. Timing should preferably be done by using an electronic timer which is started and stopped by switches mounted on the rail. If this method cannot be used, timing may be done by using three stop watches operated by three different persons. The middle (median) of the three times must be counted. If the run time is found to be less or more than that specified, range personnel or the Jury must regulate the time to within the specified run time standards (see Rule 3.18.8). If the timer is built into the starting control, the timing must be examined by the jury and sealed. 3.18.10 For ISSF supervised Championships the timing must be electronically controlled and continually displayed for inspection by shooters and officials. Any deviation from Rule 3.18.8 must be corrected immediately. 3.18.11 Special Standards for 50m Running Target Ranges 3.18.11.1 The opening must be a vertical wall on both sides of the opening for the protection of operating personnel and scorers. 3.18.11.2 There must be an embankment behind the opening. In front of the opening there must be a low wall to conceal and protect the target carrying mechanism. 3.18.11.3 The opening width must be: 10.00m (+ 0.05m / - 0.00 m) (see Figure 12). The target must be visible over a distance of 10m as seen from the firing point. This must be considered when measuring the opening since the distance between the visible corner of the wall and the target increases the distance over which the target is visible (see Figure 12). For this reason, the actual width of the opening must be less than 10m as determined by the formula above (see example to Figure 12). [Image] Figure 12: Running Target Ranges A) Opening. A1) Opening of the wall between visible corners. D) Shooting distance. D1) Distance from the target to the visible corner of the wall. Formula for determining the 50m opening: A1 = A - (D1 x 0.1 x 2) Example: 10m - (0.20 x 0.1 x 2) = 10m - 0.04 = 9.96 m 3.18.12 Special Standards for 10m Running Target Ranges 3.18.12.1 If target changing and shot evaluation is done behind the target carrier, there must be sufficient protection for operating personnel and scorers. The target changing and evaluation must be supervised by a member of the Jury. 3.18.12.2 Behind the opening there must be a backstop to stop pellets and prevent ricochets. The target carrying mechanism must be protected by a front cover plate. 3.18.12.3 The opening width must be: 2.00m (+0.02m / -0.00 m) (see Figure 12 and rule 3.18.11.3). The Formula A1 = A - (D1 x 0.1 x 2) must also be used to determine the opening of the 10m Range. Example: 2m - (0.05 x 0.1 x 2) = 2 - 0.010 = 1.99 m 3.18.12.4 Screens must be installed from the firing line forward 2m to prevent visual disturbances to the shooter from the left and right sides. 3.18.12.5 Two shooting stations may be installed and used alternately, to save time. In this case, the two firing points must not deviate from the standards in Rule 3.11.3. 3.19 Standards for Olympic Trap Ranges 3.19.1.1 The Trap Pit: The trap pit must be constructed so that the upper surface of the roof is on the same elevation as the surface of the shooting stations. Interior measurements of the trap pit should be approximately 20m from end to end, 2m from front to rear, and 2m to 2.10m from the floor to the under side of the roof. These dimensions will allow freedom of movement for working personnel and sufficient storage space for targets (see Figures 13 and 14). 3.19.1.2 Distances between Trap Pits: The distance between the Center of machine 15 on Range A and the center of the machine 1 (one) on Range B must not be less than 35 m. For pre-existing ranges with a distance less than 35 m, as specified above, the Jury may reduce the throwing angles of the settings of machine 13 of Range A, and 3 of Range B, if necessary, to prevent those targets from crossing over into the target flight path of the adjoining range and disturbing those shooters. 3.19.2 The traps (clay target throwing machines): Each trap pit must have 15 traps attached to the floor or to the front wall of the pit. The traps must be divided into 5 groups of three (3). The center of each group must be indicated only by a painted mark on the top of the roof. The distance between traps within each group must be equal, from 1.00m to 1.10 m. The distance between the center traps in the groups must be 3 m to 6 m and should normally be 3.00 m to 3.30 m. In the case of use of machines with left-hand (clockwise) rotation of throwing arms the distance between the left side (viewed from behind) and the center machine in each group may be reduced to less than the prescribed 1.00 m to 1.10 m (see also rule 3.20.1). 3.19.3 The traps must be installed in the pit so that the pivot point of the throwing arm is 0.50m (±0.10 m) below the top surface of the roof of the trap pit and set back 0.50m (+0.10 m) from the front edge of the roof when the trap is set at the 2m elevation (see Figures 14 and 15). Traps may be fully automatic (self loading and cocking), semiautomatic (hand loaded and self cocking), or manual (hand loaded and cocked). Each trap must be provided with a means of sealing its elevation, angle, and main spring tension after these have been inspected and approved by the Jury. All traps must be provided with a means of making target throwing settings on a precise setting. All traps which are hand loaded must have two stops fixed to them. The stops are necessary to prevent accidental or deliberate movement of the target forward or backward on the throwing arm, thus changing the preset directions of the target. Each trap must have the elevation and angle sectors marked in increments of 10 degrees. 3.19.4 The traps must be released by an electric-manual or electric-microphone system. The electric-microphone system release device must have an automatic delay of 0.1 seconds to 0.2 seconds. The control system must be placed in such a position that the puller can clearly see and hear the call of the shooter. The release devices must guarantee equal distribution of targets to each shooter in a series of 25 targets. This distribution must be: 10 targets to the right, 10 targets to the left and 5 targets to the center. With the correct distribution, in a series of 25 targets, each group of traps must throw two targets from the left trap, two from the right trap and one from the center trap as the shooters progress from station 1 to 5. After each five targets the selector index must be advanced one stop. 3.19.5 The five shooting stations must be arranged on a straight line at a distance 15m to the rear of the front edge of the trap pit. Each station must be prominently marked with a square 1m x 1m which is centered on a line perpendicular to the line of shooting stations and extending to the middle machine in each group of three. A sixth station must be marked about 2m to the rear and slightly to the left of Station 1 where shooter number 6 may take his position. All 6 shooting stations must be furnished with a table or bench where the shooters may place their extra cartridges and other equipment. The stations must be firm and level in all directions. Each station must have a block of wood, piece of carpet or rubber about 15cm square or round upon which the shooter may rest his gun. 3m to 4m back of the line of shooting stations a path must be provided for mandatory use by the shooters moving from station 5 to station 6. Shooters must not pass between the path and the shooting stations. The shooting stations, referee's stand and operators stand should have adequate protection from sun and rain. [Image] Figure 13: Trap Range [Image] Figure 14: Trap and Double Trap pit section [Image] Figure 15: Trap Target Elevations 3.19.6 Target Distances, Angles and Elevations: Traps are to be set before the beginning of competitions. The settings must be examined, approved and sealed by the Clay Target Jury. New settings should be made daily according to the specifications of Special Technical Rules for Clay Target Shooting T.6.2.8 and the tables I-IX. 3.19.6.1 The height of the target's path above the level of the trap pit roof and 10m forward of the throwing point shall be between 1.5m and 3.5m. A tolerance of 0.5m (a minimum of 1m and a maximum of 4 m) is permitted (see Figure 15). 3.19.6.2 After the traps have been adjusted and approved by the Jury, one trial target will be thrown from each machine in sequence. These trial targets may be observed by the shooters. All competitors, coaches, team officials, etc. are prohibited from entering the trap pits after the Jury has examined and approved the setting of the traps. [Image] Figure 16: Trap Horizontal Angles 3.20 Standards for Double Trap Ranges 3.20.1 The Trap Pit: Olympic Trap ranges are most commonly adapted to Double Trap competition by using the center group of traps, numbers 7, 8 and 9, directly in front of Station 3. See Rules 3.19.1.1 and 3.19.1.2 and Figures 13 and 14. 3.20.2 Distances between Trap Pits: 3.20.2.1 See Rule 3.19.1.2 when Olympic Trap pits are used. 3.20.2.2 When separate Double Trap pits are constructed, Figures 14 and 17, the distance from the center machine on one field to the center machine on the adjoining field should not be less than 35 m. (The angles of targets in Double Trap (see Figure 19) are not so severe as Olympic Trap therefore do not need reductions.) 3.20.2.3 The Traps (target throwing machine): Each Double Trap pit must have three (3) Traps attached to the floor or to the front wall of the pit. The center trap of the group must be indicated only by a painted mark on the top side of the pit roof. The distance between traps within the group must be equal, from 1.00m to 1.10 m. Traps number 1 and number 3 should be a minimum of 1.50m from the end walls. 3.20.2.4 The traps must be installed in the pit so that the pivot point of the throwing arm is 0.50m (+0.10 m) below the top surface of the roof of the trap house and set back 0.50m (+0.10 m) from the front edge to the roof when the trap is set at the 2m elevation (see Figures 14 and 15). Traps may be fully automatic (self loading and cocking), semiautomatic (hand loaded and self cocking), or manual (hand loaded and cocked). Each trap must be provided with a means of sealing its elevation, angle, and main spring tension after these have been inspected and approved by the Jury. All traps must be provided with a means of making target throwing settings on a precise setting. All traps which are hand loaded must have two stops fixed to them. The stops are necessary to prevent accidental or deliberate movement of the target forward or backward on the throwing arm, thus changing the preset directions of the target. Each trap must have the elevation and angle sectors marked in increments of 10 degrees. 3.20.2.5 The traps must be released by an electric-manual or electric-microphone system. The electric-microphone system release device must have an automatic delay of 0.1 seconds to 0.2 seconds. The control system must be placed in such a position that the puller can clearly see and hear the call of the shooter. The release system must guarantee the simultaneous and constant release of two targets from the predetermined traps, 7-9, 7-8 or 8-9 according to the table selected. 3.20.2.6 The five (5) shooting stations must be arranged on a straight line at a distance of 15m to the rear and parallel to the front edge of the trap pit. Each station must be prominently marked with a square 1m x 1m. Station 3 must be centered on the middle trap in the group. Station 2 is 3m - 3.30m to the left of Station 3 and Station 1 is equidistant to the left of Station 2. Likewise Station 4 is 3m - 3.30m to the right of Station 3 and Station 5 equally 3m - 3.30m to the right of Station 4 (see Figure 17, Separate Double Trap Range). A sixth Station must also be marked about 2m to the rear and slightly to the left of station 1 where shooter number 6 may take his position at the start of the competition. All six of the shooting stations must be furnished with a table or bench where the shooters may place their extra cartridges and equipment. The stations must be firm and level in all directions and must be at the same elevation as the front edge of the roof of the trap pit. Each station (6) must also have a block of wood, piece of carpet or thick rubber sheet about 15cm square or round upon which a shooter may rest his gun. Three (3)m to four (4)m back of the line of shooting stations a path must be provided for mandatory use by the shooters moving from station 5 to station 6. Shooters must not pass between the path and the shooting stations. The shooting stations, referee's stand and operators stand must have adequate protection from sun and rain. [Image] Figure 17: Separate Double Trap Range - 3 Machines [Image] Figure 18: Double Trap Target Elevations [Image] Figure 19: Double Trap Horizontal Angles 3.21 Standards for Skeet Ranges 3.21.1 A skeet field consists of two houses (high house and low house) and eight shooting stations arranged on a segment of a circle with a 19.20m radius and a base chord of 36.80m which is 5.49m from the center of the circle. The center of the circle is marked by a stake which also marks the base of the target crossing point. Station 1 is located at the left end of the base chord and station 7 at the right end when standing anywhere on the segment of the circle and facing the center stake. Stations 2 through 6 are located on the segment of the circle at points equidistant from each other (the exact distance between the center of stations 1 and 2, 2 and 3, etc., is 8.13m on chord). Station 8 is located at the center of the base chord (see Figure 20). 3.21.2 Shooting stations 1 through 7 are 90cm +5cm x 90cm +5cm square, with two sides parallel to a radius of the circle drawn through the station marker (center of the station). Shooting station 8 is rectangular, 90cm +5cm wide by 185cm +5cm long, with its long sides parallel to the base chord. The location of each shooting station must be accurately designated. The markers for shooting stations 1 through 7 are on the center of the side nearest the target crossing point. The marker for shooting station 8 is on the center point of the base chord. All 8 shooting stations must be on the same level, within +5cm difference in elevation. 3.21.3 Target Distances, Angles and Elevations: 3.21.3.1 Each traphouse must contain a trap (clay target throwing machine) in a fixed position. 3.21.3.2 Targets thrown from the high house must emerge at a point 90cm +5cm behind the station marker 1 (measured along the extended base chord) and 3.05m +5cm above the level of station 1. The target thrown from the low house must emerge at a point 90cm +5cm behind station marker 7 (measured along the extended base chord) (moved 75cm +5cm to the exterior of the base chord) and 1.05m +5cm above the level of station 7. 3.21.3.3 Targets properly released must pass through a circle 90cm +5cm in diameter, located 4.60m +5cm above the target crossing point. The target crossing point must be measured from the level of Station 8 (see Figure 20). 3.21.3.4 In calm weather conditions targets must carry a minimum of 65m and a maximum of 67m measured from the face of the house behind station 1 and 7. If the correct distances cannot be verified by measurement, the Jury will decide the trajectory of the targets. [Image] Figure 20: Skeet Fields 3.21.4 The shooting boundaries of stations 1 to 7 are 40.25m +10cm from the face of each house. For station 8 the shooting boundary is determined by the crossing point between a straight line running from station 4 to station 8 and the target crossing point. Suitable markers must be placed on the target flight path, at points 40.25m +10cm from both the high house and the low house, to indicate the shooting boundaries. Similar markers must be placed at 65m and 67m to indicate the distance of a regular target. 3.21.5 A safety shield must be installed at the opening of each traphouse so that the trap operator is not visible to a shooter on any station. This precaution is mandatory as a safety measure to protect the operator from possible injury from direct or ricocheting shot. A wire or rope barrier is to be 7m to 10m behind station 4, and may roughly follow the course of the semicircle on which station 1 to 7 are located. No spectators are allowed within this barrier. The Referee and Jury Members are responsible for enforcing this rule. 3.21.6 The traps must be released by an electric-manual or electric-microphone system with timer device, which must be installed so as to allow the operator (puller) to see and hear the competitors. For all ISSF Championships the use of a timer which provides for the release of the targets within an indefinite period of time, varying from instant release up to a maximum of 3 seconds after the shooter has called for his target is mandatory. The release device must be designed so that only one (1) button (or switch) can be used to release double targets. 3.21.7 A lamp must be fitted to the outside of both high and low houses. The lamps must light immediately when the Puller presses the release and extinguish when the target(s) are thrown. The lamps must be clearly visible to the referee. The lamp must be installed on the side of of the skeet house which faces the spectator area at a height of 3.0m - 3.5m on the high house and 2.5m - 3.0m on the low house. 3.22 Electronic Scoring Target 3.22.1 10m Electronic Scoring Target 3.22.1.1 The electronic scoring target system comprises a simulated target with its own electronic scoring mechanism, a firing point monitor, a printer to record the shot value and a remote display for spectators. [Image] Figure Electronic 1: 10 m Electronic Target The face of the target is a white card without scoring rings. In the center is a hole which is the size of the black portion of the selected target. A strip of black paper, wider than the hole, is behind the hole. This gives the visual representation of a white target with a black aiming mark. Inside the target are measuring devices to determine the exact position of any shot which hits the target. The associated electronics convert this into a score depending upon the target being represented. After each shot the black strip moves down a predetermined amount, so that the hole in the strip is no longer visible. The black strip provides a record of all the shots which have hit the black portion of the target and the white card on the face provides a record of all the shots which have hit the white portion. The target computer, having computed the score, transmits the following information: The score value and location of shot to the firing point monitor; The score value to the central computer (together with all other relevant information concerning the shot); The score value to the remote display. 3.22.2 50m Electronic Scoring Target The 50m Electronic Scoring Target is similar to the 10m electronic scoring target (see 3.22.1.1) except that its dimensions are larger and the black paper strip is replaced by a black rubber band which moves after each shot in the same way as the paper strip on the 10m target. However, there is also a replaceable proof card (plastic sheet forming the back side of the target) on the rear which will register all shots passing through the scoring area of the target (this may be needed to assist in the resolution of any scoring protests - as backing targets are not used in 50m events). 3.22.3 300m Electronic Scoring Target The 300m Electronic Scoring Target is similar to the 50m electronic scoring target except that its dimensions are larger and the black rubber band is replaced by an endless horizontal rubber band which is moved manually when required. A replaceable proof card is used in the same manner as for 50m. 3.22.4 25m Electronic Scoring Target The 25m Electronic Scoring Target is the same target as the 50m electronic scoring target (see 3.22.2) except that a red light is mounted just above the target frame and a green light is mounted just below the target frame. The red light indicates "DO NOT FIRE" and represents the edged conventional targets. The green light indicates "FIRE" and represents the faced conventional targets. There are two facings for the targets: 3.22.4.1 25m Electronic Scoring Precision Target This is the same as the 50m target (see 3.22.2). 3.22.4.2 25m Electronic Scoring Rapid Fire Target This is similar to the 25m Precision Target, but as the black aiming mark on the rapid fire pistol target is much larger, only the central portion (a vertical strip of approximately 250mm) is the movable rubber band. The remainder of the black is composed of fixed black rubber on which white horizontal aiming marks are painted across the center of the fixed rubber: [Image] Figure Electronic 2: 25m Electronic Rapid Fire Target For the 25m Rapid Fire Event, 5 adjacent targets are connected together; the individual firing point monitors show the individual target, but the score is combined on one of the monitors, in the central computer, and is shown on the remote score board. In all systems the shots which are scored by the electronic scoring target system are also printed out on remote printers (one for each target) situated behind the shooter. This gives a permanent record of the hits on each target. When gun malfunctions occur, the remote score board may not show the correct series score and total until it has been adjusted, under the supervision of the Jury. The printer record and the main computer will contain the correct information to ensure the correct score is attributed to the shooter. The shooter must sign his printer record at the end of each stage of the competition, before leaving the range. No protest to this score is then allowed. SHOOTERS MUST NOT TOUCH THE PRINTER CONTROL PANELS. SHOOTERS MUST NOT TOUCH THE PRINTER STRIPS UNTIL THEY ARE INVITED TO SIGN THE PRINTER STRIPS BEFORE LEAVING THE RANGE (For Pistol see also STR(P) 6.1 ET, and for Rifle see also STR(R) 6.1 ET.) . 3.22.5 10 m Electronic Scoring Running Target The 10 m Electronic Running Target is similar to the 10m electronic target described in 3.22.1 except that the white target card is representing the ISSF 10 m Running Target for electronic systems: [Image] (1) aiming marks with rings (see dimensions in 3.2.7.2) (2) electronic scoring zone without rings (black paper band only) (3) white target card (4) black paper strip behind white target card Figure Electronic 3: 10m Electronic Running Target The electronic target is mounted on rails and powered by DC-motor. Fast run and Slow run can be selected on a control unit which also displays the exact time for a run. If no hit is registered during a run, a zero is shown on the shooters monitor and printed by the printer. 3.22.6 Use of Equipment 3.22.6.1 General Instructions for the use of the shooter's control buttons to alter the target presentation on the monitor screen (ZOOM facility) and to change from a Sighting target to a Match target (MATCH) are described below. No Range Official nor Shooter is permitted to touch the Printer Control Panel from the start of the competition until the completion of all shots in the competition on that target, except when authorized by a Jury Member. If a shooter is in doubt concerning the use of the electronic scoring target controls, he must contact a Range Officer or a Jury Member. Firing Point Monitor The firing point monitor shows a representation of the target to be used in the competition. The shooter has the possibility to select one of three displays: All scoring rings; Central portion out to 6 ring; Central portion out to 8 ring. The ZOOM button at the top, when pressed, selects these displays in sequence - changing at every press of the ZOOM button. The ZOOM button can be pressed by the shooter at any time. The MATCH button at the bottom is used by the shooter to change from the Sighting target (which is displayed on the monitor with a black top right hand corner) to the Match target. When the shooter has completed his sighting shots and is ready to change to the Match target, he should press the MATCH button firmly once. He should then check that the display shows a Match target (ie. without the black top right hand corner). The bottom right hand corner of the screen should also display the word "READY". Then he may commence firing his competition shots. If the shooter makes a mistake and wishes to return to the sighting target, he can press the MATCH button again and the display will change back to the Sighting target. HOWEVER, ONCE THE FIRST COMPETITION SHOT IS FIRED IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO CHANGE TO THE SIGHTING TARGET BY PRESSING THE MATCH BUTTON. If, after pressing the MATCH button the word "STOP" is displayed in the bottom right hand corner of the screen (instead of "READY") the shooter must not fire, but must report this to a Range Officer or Jury Member. It is not permitted to obscure the screen or any part of the screen. The whole screen must be visible to the Jury and Range Personnel 4.0 EQUIPMENT AND AMMUNITION Detailed standards for arms, ammunition and equipment which are allowed in each ISSF event are given in Section 4 in each Special Technical Rule book. 5.0 COMPETITION OFFICIALS 5.1 At ISSF Championships, juries must be formed in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Arts. 4.5 to 4.7 to advise, assist and supervise the competition officials appointed by the Organizing Committee. 5.1.1 The Range Officers and the Jury conduct the competition in close cooperation with each other. The Range Officers are responsible for the actual conduct of the competition while the Jury acts in an advisory and supervisory capacity. The Range Officers and Jury are responsible to the Organizing Committee and to the ISSF, respectively, for the conduct of the competitions in accordance with ISSF Regulations and Rules. 5.1.2 All Range Officers and Members of the Jury must be familiar with the ISSF Rules and they must ensure that these Rules are enforced in a fair and equitable manner during the competitions. 5.1.3 At ISSF Championships, the Jury will be composed in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 4.7. 5.1.4 Members of the Jury have the right to make individual decisions during the competitions, but should confer with other Jury Members and Range Officers when any doubt exists. 5.1.5 All cases in dispute must be decided by a majority of the Jury. Decisions by the Classification Jury on value or number of shots on a target are final and may not be appealed. When a team official or shooter does not agree with a Jury decision, he may appeal that decision to the Jury of Appeal. Decisions of the Jury of Appeal are final in all ISSF Championships. 5.2 Duties and Functions of the Jury 5.2.1 Before the beginning of the competition, each discipline Jury must examine the shooting ranges and check the organizational arrangements and organization of operating personnel, etc., to ensure that they conform to ISSF Rules. 5.2.2 The Juries must supervise the examination of the guns, equipment, and accessories, and continuously observe the shooting positions of the shooters. 5.2.3 The Juries have the right to examine the guns, equipment, positions, etc., of the shooters at any time, even during the competitions. During the competition, their approach should not be made while the shooter is firing a shot (or series of shots in timed fire events). Immediate action must, however be taken when a matter of safety is involved. 5.2.4 The Jury must supervise target distribution, the allocation of firing points and shooting time schedules. 5.2.5 The Jury must accept any protest(s) which are submitted in accordance with the ISSF Regulations and Rules. After consultation with the Range Officers and others directly concerned it shall rule on the protest(s). 5.2.6 A majority of the Jury must always be present on the range during a competition so that, if necessary, a Jury meeting can be called and decisions made immediately. The Chairman of the Jury must ensure the presence of sufficient members of the Jury. 5.3 The Jury must decide all cases which are not provided for in the ISSF Regulations and Rules. Such decisions must be made within the spirit and intent of the ISSF Regulations and Rules. Any such decisions must be put into writing and sent to the ISSF Secretariat so that necessary rules may be clarified or changed. 5.4 Shooters and Team Officials may not be members of a Jury. Jury Members must not advise or assist shooters beyond the scope of the ISSF Rules at any time during the competition. 6.0 SHOOTING EVENTS, PROCEDURES AND COMPETITION RULES Shooting time limits, positions, courses of fire, penalties and other competition standards for ISSF events are described in Section 6 of the Special Technical Rule book for each discipline. 7.0 PRE-MATCH ADMINISTRATION (Firing Point Allocation and Elimination Matches) 7.1 Shooters and Team Officials must be informed of the exact shooting time schedules and allocated firing points no later than 12:00 hours on the day preceding the competition. This rule also applies for official practice. 7.2 Team officials must submit final entries with the names of the shooters for individual and/or team events to the Organizing Committee at least two (2) days before the start of the event (see ISSF General Regulations Art. 7.6). 7.3 If it should become necessary to change the shooting schedule, the shooters must be informed no later than 17:00 hours on the day preceding the competition or the official practice. This rule also applies in case of eliminations. 7.4 If a shooter has fired his first sighting shot in the competition and must withdraw, he may not be replaced. This rule shall also apply for competitions composed of several parts or carried out over several days. 7.5 Basic principles for firing point allocation: 7.5.1 Individual shooters and teams should be able to shoot under conditions that are as near to equal as possible. 7.5.2 The allocation of shooters to firing points and shooting time schedule must be done by the drawing of lots. 7.5.2.1 This should be done by the Chief Range Officer under the supervision of the Jury. 7.5.2.2 Team Leaders may attend the drawing of lots. 7.5.2.3 The time and place for the drawing of lots must be published at least 24 hours in advance. 7.5.2.4 If more than one relay is used in team competitions, then team members must be distributed equitably between the relays. 7.5.3 The random selection of ranges and the division of the rounds can be done under the supervision of the Technical Delegate(s) with a computer program suited for this purpose. 7.6 The method of target distribution must be proposed by the Chief Range Officer and approved by the Jury. 7.7 Practice Shooting In addition to the practice shooting or training periods provided for in the General Regulations before the beginning of the competitions (see Art. 7.10 of the ISSF General Regulations), shooters should be given the opportunity to train during the competitions, insofar as this is possible from the organizational point of view. 7.7.1 Each shooter entered in an event must be given at least a short training period on the day before that event. 7.7.2 A specially designated function firing range, without targets, must be provided for shooters to test guns during days of competition. 8.0 MALFUNCTIONS Procedures for dealing with malfunctions vary among the shooting disciplines. Details, as they apply to the different shooting events, are found in Section 8 of each Special Technical Rule book. 9.0 RULES OF CONDUCT FOR SHOOTERS AND TEAM OFFICIALS 9.1 General All shooters and Team Officials must be acquainted with the ISSF Regulations and Rules and the competition program, and must ensure that they are followed. Loud noise or talk is not permitted near the firing line. Range officials, Jury Members, team officials, and shooters must limit their conversation to official business when they are near the competitors. Range officials must also ensure that the noise from spectators is kept at a minimum level. 9.2 Each team must have a Team Leader who is responsible for maintaining discipline within that team. A shooter may be appointed as a Team Leader. The team leader must cooperate with range officials at all times in the interest of safety, efficient operation of the competition and good sportsmanship. A Team Leader is responsible for all official affairs concerning a team. The Team Leader has the responsibility to: 9.2.1 Complete the necessary entries with accurate information and to submit them to the appropriate officials within the designated time limit. 9.2.2 Be familiar with the program. 9.2.3 Have team members report, ready to shoot at the designated firing point, at the correct time, with approved equipment. 9.2.4 Check scores and file protests, if necessary. 9.2.5 Check preliminary and official bulletins, scores and announcements. 9.2.6 Receive official information and requests and pass them on to team members. 9.3 The shooter must report, ready to shoot, at the designated firing point at the correct time, with approved equipment. 9.4 No shot may be fired until the appropriate command has been given by the Range Officer. 9.5 Coaching during the competition All types of coaching while a shooter is on the firing line are forbidden. While on the firing line, a shooter may speak only with Jury Members or range officials. 9.5.1 If a shooter wishes to speak with anyone else, the shooter must unload his gun, leave it in a safe condition on the firing line (on the firing line bench if possible). In the case of bolt action rifles, the bolt must be both open and back. A shooter must leave the firing line only after notifying the Range Officer and without disturbing other shooters. 9.5.2 If a team official wishes to speak with a team member on the firing line, the team official must not contact the shooter directly or talk with the shooter while he is on the firing line. The team official must obtain permission from the Range Officer or Jury Member, who will call the shooter off the firing line. 9.5.3 If a team official or shooter violates Rule 9.5.1 or 9.5.2, a warning must be issued the first time. In repeated cases 2 points (one target in clay target events) must be deducted from the shooter's score and the team official must leave the vicinity of the firing line. 9.6 Penalties for Rule violations: In cases of violation of the Rules or instructions of Range Officers or the Jury, the following penalties may be imposed on the shooter by a Jury Member or the Jury: 9.6.1 Warning expressed by showing a yellow card with the word "WARNING" by a Jury member and noted on the range register by the Jury member. 9.6.2 Deduction of points from the score, expressed by showing a green card with the word "DEDUCTION" by a Jury member and noted on the range register by the Jury member. 9.6.3 Disqualification, expressed by showing a red card with the word "DISQUALIFICATION" only by decision of a majority of the Jury. 9.6.4 The size of cards should be approximately 70mm x 100mm. 9.6.5 Infringements should normally be graded by the Jury, as follows: 9.6.5.1 In the case of open violations of the Rules (guns, clothing, position, etc.) a warning must first be given so that the shooter may have the opportunity to correct the fault. Whenever possible, the warning should be given during the training stage or sighting shots. If the shooter does not correct the fault within the stipulated time, two points (one target in clay target events) must be deducted from his score. If the shooter still does not correct the fault, disqualification must be imposed. 9.6.5.2 In the case of concealed violations of the Rules, when the fault is deliberately concealed, immediate disqualification must be imposed. 9.6.6 If a shooter impedes another shooter in an unsportsmanlike manner when the latter is shooting, two points (one target in clay target events) must be deducted. If the incident is repeated, disqualification must be imposed. 9.6.7 If, when asked to give an explanation for an incident, a shooter consciously and knowingly gives false information, two points (one target in clay target events) must be deducted. In serious cases, disqualification may be imposed. 9.6.8 If a shooter handles a gun in a dangerous manner or violates any safety rules, the shooter may be disqualified by the Jury. 9.6.9 A warning to the shooter must be expressed in terms that will leave no doubt that it is an official warning. However, it is not necessary to precede other penalties with a warning. 9.6.10 If the Range Officer or Jury considers that the shooter is delaying the competition unnecessarily, with the intention of gaining unfair advantage, the shooter must be warned. For every similar fault thereafter, two points (one target in clay target events) must be deducted from the shooter's score. 9.7 All irregularities, penalties, misses, malfunctions, extra time allowed, repeated shots or repeated series, annulment of shots, etc., must be clearly marked and recorded in the Range Register, on the target and on the score card by the Range Officer and/or Jury Member for the attention of the Classification Office. 10.0 EQUIPMENT CONTROL 10.1 The Organizing Committee must provide a complete set of gauges and instruments for equipment control before and during ISSF Championships. 10.2 Prior to the competition each shooters gun and other equipment must be examined by the Equipment Control Section to ensure that it conforms to ISSF Rules. The shooter is responsible for presenting all guns and equipment, including any questionable equipment and/or accessories for official inspection and approval. 10.3 The Organizing Committee must inform team officials and shooters, in sufficient time prior to the competition, where and when they may have their equipment inspected. 10.4 The Equipment Control Section will be assisted and supervised by a Jury member. 10.5 The Equipment Control Section must register the name of the shooter, the make (manufacturer), serial number, and caliber of each gun approved. 10.6 All approved equipment must be marked with a seal or sticker and the approval must also be recorded on the control card. 10.7 After equipment has been approved, it must not be altered at any time prior to or during the competition in any way that would conflict with the ISSF Rules. 10.8 If there are any doubts regarding an alteration, the equipment must be returned to Equipment Control for reinspection and approval. 10.9 Approval of any equipment is valid only for the competition for which the inspection was made. 11.0 SCORING PROCEDURES 11.0.1 The Classification Office must publish correct final results lists as soon as possible after completion of each event. These lists must contain the full family name, full first name (without abbreviations), start numbers and the Nation of each shooter. 11.0.2 One copy of the official result lists of each event must be sent to the ISSF Secretariat via Telefax immediately after it has been verified, but not later than the end of the competition day. 11.0.3 Three copies of the complete official result lists must be sent to the ISSF Secretariat immediately upon conclusion, at the latest within 3 days after the completion of the events. 11.1 Classification Office: The Organizing Committee must establish an office for testing, stamping, numbering and preparing targets before the competitions, for scoring and controlling targets during competitions and for recording and producing results lists after competitions. The office must be under the supervision of the Chief Classification Officer, with the necessary Assistants. 11.2 The Classification Jury must supervise the scoring and all work done in the Classification Office and on the 25m target line. It directs how any questionable shots shall be scored, determines their value, and resolves any questions or scoring protests. The official final results list must be verified and signed by the Chairman of the Classification Jury to confirm its accuracy. 11.3 At ISSF Championships the targets of the following events must be scored in the Classification Office: 11.3.1 All Rifle events at 10 m, 50m and 300m (paper targets only). 11.3.2 All Pistol events at 10m and 50m (paper targets only). 11.3.3 All Running Target events at 10m and 50m (paper targets only). 11.3.4 All results in those events or stages which are scored at the shooting range are considered preliminary results. 11.4 All targets for events to be scored in the Classification Office (see Rule 11.3) must be transported in a locked container from the target line to the Classification Office under suitable security. 11.5 Competition targets for events which are scored in the Classification Office must be numbered and must agree with the scorecard. The Classification Office is responsible for the correct numbering of the targets and must verify the targets prior to every event before they are released to the Chief Range Officer or other range officials. 11.6 The Chief Range Officer and the Chief of the Classification Office are responsible for the quick delivery of targets to the Classification Office for scoring immediately after they have been fired, so that there will be no delay in the completion of the results list. 11.7 In the Classification Office, the following scoring procedures must be checked by a second official: 11.7.1 Determining the value of individual shots (see also Rule 11.10.4 and 11.10.5). 11.7.2 Adding shot values or points to be deducted. 11.7.3 Entries on the main scoreboard. 11.7.4 Adding the individual series and overall total. 11.8 Each official must certify his or her work by initialing the target, score card or results list. 11.9 Independent of the results determination, the Classification Jury must examine the 10 best individual and the 3 best team results prior to the publication of the final results list. 11.10 Value of Shots: All bullet holes are scored according to the highest value of the target scoring zone or ring that is touched by that bullet hole. If any part of a scoring ring (demarcation line between the scoring zones) is touched by the bullet, the shot must be scored the higher value of the two scoring zones. Such a hit is determined by whether the bullet hole or a plug gauge inserted in the hole touches any part of the outside edge of the scoring ring. 11.10.1 An exception to this Rule is the scoring of inner tens on the air rifle target (see Rule 3.2.3). 11.10.2 Shots in dispute must be determined as to value by means of a gauge or other device which has been approved by the ISSF Technical Delegate for accuracy. Gauges must always be inserted into the shot hole with the target in the horizontal position. 11.10.3 When the accurate use of the plug gauge is made difficult by the close proximity of another bullet hole, the shot value must be determined by means of an engraved gauge of some flat, transparent material, to aid in reconstructing the position of a scoring ring or number of bullet holes which may overlap. 11.10.4 If two scoring officials do not agree on the value of a shot, a decision from the Jury must be requested immediately. 11.10.5 The plug gauge may be inserted only once in any bullet hole. For this reason the use of a gauge must be marked on the target by the scoring officials, together with their initials (see Rule 11.8). 11.10.6 Hits outside the scoring rings of the shooter's own target are scored as misses. 11.10.7 Decisions by the Classification Jury on value or number of shots on a target are final and may not be appealed. 11.11 Gauges for paper targets: For scoring doubtful shot holes, plug gauges of the following dimensions must be used: 11.11.1 Center Fire Pistol: Measuring edge diameter: 9.65mm (+ 0.05/-0.00mm) Edge thickness: 0.50mm approximately Spindle diameter: According to caliber being scored Spindle length: 10mm to 15mm To be used for: Center Fire Pistol Events 11.11.2 Big Bore Rifle: Measuring edge diameter: 8.00mm (+ 0.05/- 0.00mm) Edge thickness: 0.50mm approximately Spindle diameter: According to caliber being scored Spindle length: 10mm to 15mm To be used for: 300m Rifle events 11.11.3 Smallbore Rifle and Pistol 5.6mm (.22" cal): Measuring edge diameter: 5.60mm (+ 0.05/-0.00mm) Edge thickness: 0.50mm approximately Spindle diameter: 5.00mm - 5.20mm Spindle length: 10mm to 15mm To be used for: All events using 5.6mm ammunition 11.11.4 4.5mm INWARD Gauges: Measuring edge diameter: 4.50mm (+ 0.05/-0.00mm) Edge thickness: 0.50mm approximately Spindle diameter: Measuring edge diameter minus 0.02mm (4.48mm) Spindle length: 10mm to 15mm To be used for: Measuring Inner tens in all 10m events. Measuring the 1 and 2 rings of Air Rifle and 10m Running Targets. Measuring the 1 Ring of Air Pistol Targets. 11.11.5 4.5mm OUTWARD Gauge for 10m Air Rifle and Running Target: Measuring edge diameter: 5.50mm (+ 0.00/- 0.05mm) Edge thickness: 0.50mm approximately Spindle diameter: 4.60mm (+0.05mm) Spindle length: 10mm to 15mm To be used for: 10m Air Rifle and Running Targets, rings 3 to 10. [Image] Figure 21: Air Rifle OUTWARD scoring gauge [Image] Figure 22: Use of the Air Rifle OUTWARD scoring gauge The "A" illustration depicts a doubtful shot hole. The outward scoring gauge shows the outside edge of the flange lying within the 7 ring, therefore the shot is scored a 9. The "B" illustration depicts a doubtful shot hole. The outward scoring gauge shows the outside edge of the flange lying over the 7 ring and into the 6 zone, therefore the shot is an 8. 11.11.6 4.5mm OUTWARD Gauge for 10m Air Pistol: Measuring edge diameter: 11.50mm (+ 0.00/- 0.05mm) Edge thickness: 0.50mm approximately Spindle diameter: 4.60mm (+0.05mm) Spindle length: 10mm to 15mm To be used for: 10m Air Pistol, rings 2 to 10. [Image] Figure 23: Air Pistol OUTWARD scoring gauge [Image] Figure 24: Use of the Air Pistol OUTWARD scoring gauge The "A" illustration depicts a doubtful shot hole with the outward scoring gauge in place. The outside edge of the flange is within the 9 ring, therefore the shot is scored a 10. The "B" illustration depicts a doubtful shot hole with the outward scoring gauge in place. The outside edge of the flange is lying over the 9 ring line and into the 8 zone, therefore the shot is scored a 9. 11.11.7 Skid Gauge: The Skid Gauge is a flat, transparent plastic plate with two parallel lines engraved on one side. 11.11.7.1 For Center Fire Pistol (9.65mm) the lines are 11.00mm (+0.05mm-0.00mm) apart measured between the inside edges. 11.11.7.2 For Small Bore Competitions (5.6mm) the lines are 7.00mm (+0.05mm - 0.00mm) apart measured between the inside edges. (To be used for 25m 5.6mm pistol events). 11.11.8 All gauges and instruments that are used at ISSF Championships must be examined and approved by the ISSF Technical Delegate prior to the competition. 11.11.9 Skid Shots (ricochets) in Running Target events are to be scored as misses. 11.12 Results must be recorded: 11.12.1 By the Register Keeper, on a score card which must have spaces for the name, country, start number of the shooter, number of the relay, range and firing point, the sighting shots, and competition scores. There must be room for entering other necessary details such as malfunctions, extensions of time, warnings, penalties, irregularities, etc. 11.12.2 By the Classification Office in the master register and on the main scoreboard. 11.12.3 For the benefit of the spectators, the score must be marked by the Register Keeper on a small scoreboard located behind the shooter. 12.0 TIE-BREAKING Ties in Olympic events (specified in Article 3.2 General Regulations) will be decided after the qualification stage and before the Finals according to STR for Final Competitions in Olympic Shooting Disciplines, Art. 1.1. Ties in non - Olympic events and categories will be decided as follows: 12.1 Tie scores must be broken according to the standards specified in Section 12 of the appropriate Special Technical rule book, except that perfect score ties will not be broken. 12.2 Individual: Ties in the first three places in non - Olympic events and categories in 25m Pistol, Trap, Double Trap, Skeet and Running Target events must be broken by shoot offs. All shooters tied for third place will be ranked according to the score from the shoot off. Ties in all other individual events must be broken according to Section 12 of the appropriate Special Technical Rule book. Precedence must be given to the shooters' scores in the last series of the event (except for running target events). 12.3 Teams: Ties in the first three places of all team events must be broken by giving precedence to the total of all team members' scores in the last series of the event (except for running target events). Ties for the 4th place and below must be listed in alphabetic order and equal ranking place of the nations using the ISSF (IOC) abbreviations (See standard specified in Section 12 of the appropriate Special Technical Rules). 13.0 PROTESTS AND APPEALS 13.1 Verbal Protests: Any shooter or team official has the right to protest a condition of the competition, decision or action immediately and verbally to a competition official, Referee, Range Officer or Jury Member. Such protests may be submitted on the following matters: 13.1.1 A shooter or team official considers that the ISSF Regulations, ISSF Rules or competition program were not followed in conducting the competition. 13.1.2 A shooter or team official does not agree with a decision or action by a competition official, Referee, Range Officer or Jury Member. 13.1.3 A shooter was impeded or disturbed by other shooter(s), competition official(s), spectator(s), member(s) of the media or other person(s) or cause(s). 13.1.4 A shooter had a long interruption in shooting caused by range equipment failure, the clarification of irregularities or other cause(s). 13.1.5 A shooter was delayed by slow target marking or target changing or other unnecessary delay(s). Such protests may not be accepted during the last 30 minutes of competition, except in unusual circumstances. 13.1.6 A shooter had irregularities regarding shooting times, including shooting times that were too short or the non-appearance of targets within the specified time. 13.1.7 Competition officials, Referees, Range Officers and Jury Members must consider verbal protests immediately. They may take immediate action to correct the situation or refer the protest to the full Jury for decision. In such cases, a Range Officer or Jury Member may stop the shooting temporarily if necessary. 13.1.8 When using electronic scoring targets, protests against shot values (see rule 13.3.1). 13.2 Written Protests: Any shooter or team official who does not agree with the action or decision taken on a verbal protest may protest in writing to the Jury. Any shooter or team official also has the right to submit a written protest without making a verbal protest. All written protests must be submitted not later than 30 minutes after the matter in question occurs and must be accompanied by a fee of Swiss Francs (SFR) 25.-- or its local equivalent. The protest fee must be returned if the protest is upheld and will be retained by the Organizing Committee if the protest is denied. 13.2.1 The Organizing Committee must supply printed forms for use in submitting written protests. 13.2.2 Written protests must be decided by a majority of the Jury in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 8.1. 13.3 Scoring Protests: 13.3.1 All results protests regarding electronic scores and all scoring protests regarding paper targets must be submitted within 20 minutes after the official scores are posted on the main scoreboard. The time when the scoring protest time ends must be posted on the main scoreboard (See 13.3.5). 13.3.2.ET When using electronic scoring target systems protests against a shot value, or series score, must be made shortly after display on the monitor and/or the printout on the printer strip; any protest must be made before firing the next shot/series or within 3 minutes of the last shot fired. 13.3.3.ET If a shooter contests the value of a shot(s), a protest will only be accepted when made before the next shot or if it is the last shot, within 3 minutes. If the protest concerning a shot value other than zero, or failure to register, is not upheld, a two point penalty will be awarded and a protest fee of SFR 25.--, or its local equivalent, must be paid; if upheld, the protest fee will not be payable. 13.3.4 When using paper targets, a shooter or team official who considers that a shot was scored or recorded incorrectly may protest that score, except that decisions made regarding the value of shots by using gauges are final and cannot be protested. Scoring protests may only be made on scores which have been decided without using a gauge or when incorrect entries in the result list or score card have been made (see Rule 13.3.5). A protest fee of SFR 25.--, or its local equivalent, must be paid; if upheld, the protest fee will not be payable 13.3.5 Decisions by the Classification Jury on value or number of shots on a target are final and may not be appealed. 13.4 Appeals: In the event of a disagreement with a Jury decision, except Rule 13.3.5, the matter may be appealed to the Jury of Appeal in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 8.2. Such appeals must be submitted in writing by the Team Leader or a representative not later than one hour after the Jury decision has been announced and must be accompanied by a fee of Swiss Francs (SFR) 50.-- or its local equivalent. The fee, together with the original protest fee of Swiss Francs (SFR) 25.-- for the matter in question, must be returned if the appeal is upheld or will be retained by the Organizing Committee if the appeal is denied. In special circumstances, the time for submitting appeals may be extended up to 24 hours by decision of the Jury of Appeal. Such decision can postpone the victory ceremony for the event under appeal. 13.5 The decision of the Jury of Appeal is final. 13.6 Copies of all decisions in response to written protests and appeals must be forwarded by the Organizing Committee or the Technical Delegate(s) to the ISSF Secretary General together with the Final Report and results lists for review by the Technical Committee. 14.0 PROTOCOL: AWARDS AND RECORDS 14.1 World Records may be established at ISSF Championships and Olympic Games in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 10. 14.2 World records in individual events may be established in eliminations as well as in qualifying and final competitions in ISSF Championships. 14.3 An accurate report on newly established World or Olympic records must be prepared by the ISSF Technical Delegate(s) at the championship. The report must confirm that the Regulations and Rules of the ISSF and the competition program were followed. 14.4 World records for women may be established in programmed women's events. World records for men may be established in programmed men's events. 14.5 Junior world records, male and female, may be established in programmed men's or women's events or special Junior events in ISSF Championships. These Junior events will be recognized if a minimum of 10 shooters participate in the individual category and 3 teams participate in the team category (see Art. 10.2 of the ISSF General Regulations). 14.6 World records will be recognized in individual events if a minimum of 15 shooters participate and in team events, if a minimum of 5 teams participate (see ISSF General Regulations Art. 10.3). 14.7 Titles and Medals 14.7.1 In the Olympic Games all titles and medals are awarded for individual competition only in accordance with I0C Rules. The Olympic shooting events are listed in the ISSF General Regulations Art. 3.2. 14.7.2 In World Championships, the ISSF awards titles and medals for the programmed events based on the final official results in accordance with ISSF General Regulations Art. 9.2. The World Championship shooting events are listed in the ISSF General Regulations Art. 3.3. 14.7.3 World Championship individual titles and medals will only be awarded if a minimum of 15 shooters participate in men's and women's events and 10 shooters in junior's events. World Championship Team titles and medals will only be awarded if a minimum of 5 teams participate in men's and women's events and 3 teams in junior's events. If these minimums are not reached, the event will be declared an "International Championship" of the nation which organized the competitions. 15.0 MEDIA RELATIONS 15.1 Suitable facilities, assistance and cooperation must be provided for the press, radio, and television personnel, to ensure publicity. During competitions, however, the competitors must not be disturbed by photography and/or interviews. 15.2 The Classification Office must publish the correct final results lists as soon as possible after completion of each event. These must contain the full family name, full first name (without abbreviations), start number and the Nation of each shooter (see Rule 11.0.1). These results must be made available to the news media. 15.3 All shooters must wear identification or start numbers on the back of the outer garment above the waistline during the full time of the competition. 15.4 Progressive, preliminary, and final scores must be displayed on large scoreboards, to keep the shooters, spectators and the news media informed at all times. These scoreboards must be located near the competition ranges, but at a suitable distance to avoid disturbing the shooters. 16.0 LIST OF ALL FIGURES PAGE NUMBER FIGURE 1: 300 METER RIFLE TARGET 124 FIGURE 2: 50 METER RIFLE TARGET 125 FIGURE 3: 10 METER AIR RIFLE TARGET 126 FIGURE 4: 25 METER RAPID FIRE PISTOL TARGET 127 FIGURE 5: 25 METER / 50 METER PRECISION PISTOL TARGET 128 FIGURE 6: 10 METER AIR PISTOL TARGET 129 FIGURE 7A,B,C: 50M RUNNING TARGET 131 FIGURE 7D: 10M RUNNING TARGET 132 FIGURE 8: CLAY TARGET 133 FIGURE 9: THICKNESS GAUGE 139 FIGURE 10: 10M INDOOR RANGE LIGHT MEASURING 141 FIGURE 11: ROTATION OF TURNING TARGETS 142 FIGURE 12: RUNNING TARGET RANGES 147 FIGURE 13: TRAP RANGE 150 FIGURE 14: TRAP AND DOUBLE TRAP PIT SECTION 151 FIGURE 15: TRAP TARGET ELEVATIONS 151 FIGURE 16: TRAP HORIZONTAL ANGLES 152 FIGURE 17: SEPARATE DOUBLE TRAP RANGE - 3 155 FIGURE 18: DOUBLE TRAP TARGET ELEVATIONS 156 FIGURE 19: DOUBLE TRAP HORIZONTAL ANGLES 156 FIGURE 20: SKEET FIELDS 158 FIGURE 21: AIR RIFLE OUTWARD SCORING GAUGE 175 FIGURE 22: USE OF THE AIR RIFLE OUTWARD SCORING GAUGE 175 FIGURE 23: AIR PISTOL OUTWARD SCORING GAUGE 176 FIGURE 24: USE OF THE AIR PISTOL OUTWARD SCORING GAUGE 176 FIGURE ELECTRONIC 1: 10 M ELECTRONIC TARGET 160 FIGURE ELECTRONIC 2: 25M ELECTRONIC RAPID FIRE TARGET 162 FIGURE ELECTRONIC 3: 10M ELECTRONIC RUNNING TARGET 163 17.0 INDEX Rule Allocation of Firing Points 7.5 Appeals 13.4, 13.5 Backing Targets for 25m Pistol Competitions 3.4 Chief Range Officer 1.5.2, 2.7 Classification Jury 11.2, 11.9 Classification Jury - Decision 11.10.7 Classification Office 11.1 Classification Office - Scoring 11.3 - 11.9 Clock, Range 3.6.7 Coaching on the Firing Line 9.5 Commands ,,LOAD", ,,START", ,,STOP", ,,UNLOAD" 2.5.1, 2.5.4, 2.6, 2.7 Communication System 3.6.12, 3.6.13 Competition Officials 5.0 Competition Target - 10 m Air Rifle Target 3.2.3, Fig. 3 Competition Target - 50 m Rifle Target 3.2.2, Fig. 2 Competition Target - 300 m Rifle Target 3.2.1, Fig. 1 Competition Target - 10 m Air Pistol Target 3.2.6, Fig.6 Competition Target - 10 m Running Target 3.2.7.2, Fig. 7 D Competition Target - 25 / 50 m Precicion Pistol 3.2.5, Fig. 5 Target Competition Target - 25 m Rapid Fire Pistol 3.2.4, Fig. 4 Target Competition Target - 50 m Running Target 3.2.7.1, Fig. 7 A,B,C Competition Target - Clay Targets for Shotgun 3.2.8, Fig. 8 Events Control Card 10.6 Dry Fire and Aiming Exercises 2.5.3 Ear Protection 2.8 Effective Period of Rules 1.1.4 Electronic Scoring Precision Target - 25 m 3.22.4.1 Electronic Scoring Rapid Fire Target - 25 m 3.22.4.2 Electronic Scoring Running Target 10 m 3.22.5 Electronic Scoring Target - 10m 3.22.1 Electronic Scoring Target - 25 m - General 3.22.4 Electronic Scoring Target - 300 m 3.22.3 Electronic Scoring Target - 50 m 3.22.2 Electronic Scoring Target - Use of Equipment 3.22.6 Equipment Control 10.0 Equipment Inspection and Approval 10.6 - 10.9 Eye Protection 2.9 Final Entries 7.2 Firing Line 3.6.1, 3.8.5 Firing Point Allocation 7.5 Firing Point Numbers 3.6.8 Function Firing Range for gun test 7.7.2 Gauges for Paper Targets 11.11, Fig. 21, 22, 23, 24 Height of Target Center 3.9 Horizontal Variation of Firing Points 3.11 Horizontal Variation of Target Center 3.10 Inner Tens 3.1.4 Jury - Duties and Functions 5.2, 9.6.5, 10.4, 13.1 - 13.5 Jury - General 1.4.3, 5.1.3 - 5.1.5 Media Relations 15.0 Mobile Telephones 3.6.6 Penalties for Rule Violations 9.6 Practice Shooting 7.7 Protests - scoring 13.3 Protests - verbal 13.1 Protests - written 13.2 Range Officer 1.4.3, 1.5.2, 3.17.5.1, 3.17.10, 5.1.1, 5.1.2 Range Register 9.7 Range Standards - 300m, 50m, 25m, 10m Ranges 3.6 Range Standards - Deviations 3.5.1.1 Range Standards - General 3.5.1 Register Keeper 3.6.11, 11.12.1 Replacement of a Shooter 7.4 Results 11.0.1, 11.3.4, 11.12, 15.2, 15.4 Safety of Guns 2,5 Safety of Shooters, Officials, Spectators 2.2 Scoring Procedures 11.0 Scoring Rings 3.1.5 Scoring Verification 11.8, 11.9 Scoring Zone 3.1.7 Shooting Distances 3.8.3 Shooting Mats 3.12.1.2 Shooting Schedule 7.1 Shooting Schedule - Changing 7.3 Shot Value 11.10 Sighting Targets 3.3 Skid Shot Scoring 25 m Pistol 11.11.7 Skid Shot Scoring Running Target 11.11.9 Spectators Area 3.6.5, 3.21.5 Standards Firing Point 300 m Ranges - Specific 3.13 Standards Firing Point 50 m Ranges - Specific 3.14 Standards Firing Point and Range 10 m - 3.15, Fig. 10 Specific Standards Firing Point and Range 25 m - 3.16 Specific Standards Firing Point for 300m, 50m and 10m 3.12 Ranges Standards for 25 m Electronic Scoring Systems 3.17.15 Standards for 25 m Turning Targets 3.17, Fig. 11 Standards for Double Trap Ranges 3.20, Fig. 17, 18, 19 Standards for Olympic Trap Ranges 3.19, Fig. 13,14, 15,16 Standards for Running Target Ranges - 10 m 3.18.12 special Standards for Running Target Ranges - 50 m 3.18.11 special Standards for Running Target Ranges - General 3.18, Fig. 12 Standards for Skeet Ranges 3.21, Fig. 20 Start Numbers 15.3 Target Line 3.6.1 Target Numbering 11.5 Target Verification 3.1.1, 3.1.2 Technical Delegates of ISSF 3.1.2, 3.5.1.1, 11.11.8 Tie Breaking 12.0 Titles and Medals 14.7 Training Times 7.7 ISSF Championships 1.2.1 Wind Flags 3.7 World Records - General 14.1 - 14.3 World Records - Juniors 14.5 World Records - Minimum Entries 14.6 World Records - Women, Men 14.4 20gtre99.doc/11.04.99 16:05