Scribe

Responsible for noting the judge's comments and scores exactly as the judge pronounces them. Will ensure that the test is labeled with the correct horse and rider when the contestant enters the ring. Will communicate with the runner when a test is missing, when items (E.G,. additional blank tests, pens, drinks, etc.) are needed. Must ensure that each test given to the runner has been signed and that each balnk has been filled. Must also ensure that each revised mark and errors are clearly and properly indicated. 

Warm-Up Ring

Will be stationed at the warm-up ring with a show schedule. Keeps track of competitors and maintains order and decorum in warm-up ring.  Greet and keep track of all riders in your area, and let them know if you are running on time, ahead, or behind.  Also tell them where they are in the order of go‐ next, 2 away, etc.   Will notify the judge of no-shows or scratches. Will perform tack check duties if required by TD. 

Ring Steward

Will make sure that competitors are ready to go into the ring on time, and to be the “eyes and ears” of the competition‐ ensuring that there is a level playing field for all competitors and the fair and humane treatment of horses. Will be stationed at the ring with a show schedule. Greet and keep track of all riders in your area, and let them know if you are running on time, ahead, or behind. Also tell them where they are in the order of go‐ next, 2 away, etc. Let the riders know if they can warm‐up around or inside the ring when it is their turn, and which signal (bell, whistle, etc.) will be used for their ring. Be aware of any behavior that could be considered cruelty or unsafe. Notify the TD immediately of any suspect behavior. May be asked to perform random inspections (at the direction of the Technical Delegate) once the competitor has completed a ride.

Runner

Provides communication between the judges' table and the show office. Will collect the test(s) from the scribe and deliver to the scorer in a timely and confidential manner. May be asked to provide communication from the show office to other show volunteers. Should be diligent about watching for a signal from other volunteers (E.G., Paddock Master, Scribe, etc.) for assistance. Will transport to and from the judges' table. May be called upon to fill other volunteer roles or run additional errands as needed. 

Scorer

Will check each test for completion and signature. Will compute the scores, multiplying the coefficients and deducting the errors. If a question about a mark arises, the scorer will make a note and return the note and test via the runner to the judge for clarification. If the matter is not clear after the return of the test, the scorer will wait for a break to confer personally with the judge. Will post the scores/placings on the results board and will distribute the test and appropriate ribbon to contestant.