Effective October 1, 2015 all tournament organizers will be required to submit a list of officials who worked their event.

We ask that the division submit the list of officials when the classification report is sent to the National Offices. All officials are required to be background screened for USA Fencing sanctioned events.

If a non-screened official is used, the tournament organizer will receive a warning letter. On the second offense, the tournament organizer will not be allowed to host a sanctioned event for a period of six (6) months. On the third offense, the tournament organizer will be referred to the Board of Directors for investigation and potential disciplinary action.

The requirement does not include self-directed events or apply to individuals who are under the age of 18.

Foil & Sabre masks with lame material attached to the bib and/or non-insulated mesh on the masks are prohibited for use in (sanctioned) electrical epee competitions.

– USFA Rulebook Section M.30

For the 2012-2013 season, a conductive bib is required for any national event that selects a team: Div I, Junior, Cadet, Veteran 50-60, Veteran 60-70, and Veteran 70+ and Wheelchair.

After August 1, 2012 the electric bib is required for all USA Fencing-sanctioned events, at all levels (local, regional, and national).

Details are as follows:

• The lamé part of the bib must cover all of the bib up to a horizontal line 1.5-2 cm below the chin.

• The mask cord must be 30-40 cm long, and can be of any color. It may be straight, or coiled…

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