Judging School Handbook - American Morgan Horse Association

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Suggested Code of Ethics for JudgesI. Rapport With ExhibitorsA. Courteous and pleasant.B. Consideration for each horse shown.C. USEF Article GR804.13“No one shall approach a Judge with regard toa decision unless he first obtains permissionfrom the Show Committee, steward or technicaldelegate who shall arrange an appointmentwith the Judge at a proper time and place. Noexhibitor has the right to inspect the judge’scards without the judge’s permission.”II. Conformity To Accepted ProfessionalStandards Of ConductA. Do not accept dinner or party invitationsfrom exhibitors just prior to or during show.B. Dress appropriately for occasion.C. Be on time.D. Review USEF <strong>Morgan</strong> rules, class specifications,and USEF general rules for judgesprior to show.III. Formalities With Show ManagementA. Confirmation of judging assignment toinclude:1. Date(s) of show.2. Time and number of sessions per day.3. Number of classes and divisions tobe judged4. FeesB. Send travel data (arrival time, departure timeand mode of travel) to show management.IV. Liaison With Ringmaster and AnnouncerA. Discuss procedures of judging with ringmasterpreliminary to show.B. Furnish pattern of “work outs” in writingfor equitation classes, stock horse classes,etc., so announcer can give clear instructionsto exhibitors.V. Additional suggestionsA. Have a quick step, sharp eye and a forthrightdemeanor.B. Keep in mind ideal of uniformity of type,conformation, and way of going.C. Success and stability of show dependsmuch on:1. Consistency in placings.2. Relatively quick decisions so show doesnot “drag.’’3. Sincerity and integrity of judgement.D. USEF Article GR1040.1“Good <strong>Judging</strong> depends upon a correct observanceof the fine points and the selection ofbest horses for the purpose described by conditionsof the class. A judge serves three interests:his own conscience, exhibitors and spectators.He should make it clear that the besthorses win.”14
USEF Guidelines for Licensed OfficialsThere is increasing concern about the way licensedofficials are viewed in our sport. The followingguidelines were developed by the USEF LicensedOfficials Committee.While we take for granted that inappropriate oropenly prejudicial behavior is wrong, it is equallyimportant to avoid the appearance of impropriety.Since 1991, 4,0000 new USEF members havejoined USEF. Some new members may not be awareof the traditions of our sport. It is important to educatethe newcomers, and as officials, to set highstandards of conduct.Our sport has always been a “cut above” when itcomes to sportsmanship and accepting decisionshanded down by show officials. On very few occasionsover the years have we seen shouting or physicaldisplays of emotions which seem to be an everydayoccurence in other sports.The following guidelines should serve as a reminderto uphold the traditions of the show ring.1. A few officials have blatantly disregarded the performanceof horse and rider in favor of friends,associates, clients or would be clients. This hurtsour sport and the reputation of all officials.Officials who take their assignments light-heartedlyand continually “cut-up” in the judges chairmust understand that exhibitors have elected toshow in front of them and are entitled to theirsincere and undivided attention. It is inappropriatefor judges to continually make small talk,joke, and laugh during performances.2. Threats leveled at officials by exhibitors/officialsof equal stature, insinuating that they will have“their day” when they sit in the judges chair andreflect back on past decisions, should not be tolerated.The official who is the target of thesethreats must come forward and report it.3. Some exhibitors have threatened and attemptedto intimidate show managers. These exhibitorshave made it clear to show managers that if certainindividuals are hired to judge, the managerswill lose their entries. When reported (in writing)by a show manager, the situation will be thoroughlyinvestigated and dealt with by the USEF.4. Vocal abuse of officials before the show, defamingthe judge’s character and questioning his/hercompetence seems to be on the increase. Afterand during the show, some exhibitors have verballyabused officials for their decisions in thering. Again, the victim of this kind of slanderhas the right and the responsibility to report it.5. Officials must honor their contracts with shows,and those who break contracts will be dealtwith on a firmer basis. This means that you donot break the contract because you received abetter offer!6. Stewards represent the USEF and are at the showto be of assistance to exhibitors, managementand judges. They should not allow themselves tobe intimidated or coerced into failing to reportthe true picture.7. Stewards should familiarize themselves withArticles GR1121 and GR1122.8. Cruelty to our horses in some disciplines is onthe rise. Stewards and TDs must keep a watchfuleye and report their findings. They must also filea charge when it is appropriate.9. Fraternization, socializing, etc. by officials withexhibitors, owners and trainers has become aproblem. No one doubts the honesty of any official,but the appearance of favoritism is disconcertingto new entrants in the show world.10. By dressing appropriately, you demonstrate yourprofessionalism to your fellow officials, showmanagement and exhibitors. Your standard ofattire should be consistent, regardless of theshow’s rating.The confidentiality agreement is once again in effectat USEF, and the Licensed Officials Committee isseeing more honest appraisals of applicants forlicenses. In addition, USEF is receiving more commentson the performance of officials at shows.Through the current rules, you have the power tosolve many of these problems. However, it is up tothe affected individuals to use the channels availableto them in the USEF Rule Book. Airing your concernsverbally will not solve these problems. Puttingpen to paper, however, is a good way of becomingpart of the solution. You can make a difference.15
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