An umpire is an official who makes sure the rules of competition are adhered to, and looks after the well being of competitors. In all but the most novice contest, umpires are appointed or approved by the individual sports governing body.
Age
There is normally both a minimum and maximum age restriction, See your chosen activities governing body.
Description
Umpires and referees are indistinguishable as to responsibility, different activities call there principle official by different names. Umpires have to have a sound knowledge of the most up to date rules of there activity, they must be impartial and be able to make instant impartial decisions, no matter how popular with a partisan teams supporters. At the same time they must keep watch for the well being as to injury of all competitors. An umpire is a very underrated activity.
Closely
Related Activities
Referees, Judges and competition officials.
Cost
There are normally no costs involved with being an umpire, as all expenses are normally reimbursed.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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Arms
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Legs
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Sight
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Hearing
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Speech |
Learning |
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