just that, a guide. Its purpose to guide you through the Level 1clinic, keep you on task, but by no means should it be followed word for word.

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3 Welcome Welcome to the Ringette Canada Level 1 Official s course and Learning Facilitator Guide. This guide is just that, a guide. Its purpose to guide you through the Level 1clinic, keep you on task, but by no means should it be followed word for word. Facilitation is a skill and one that is unique for everyone. It would be impossible to capture a facilitation style that is fit for everyone in one guide, so feel free to add, modify, make notes and improvise with the material. You are the facilitator and control the flow of the course. Prepare, read over the guide and most importantly have fun with the course and make everyone s experience as informative and enjoyable as possible. Objectives The objective of this guide is to: 1. Set a minimum standard for facilitators in the Ringette Officiating Program 2. To achieve a national program by standardizing content and method of presentation across the country To meet these two objectives facilitators are a supplied with: Legend The facilitator guide A memory stick or access to the necessary electronic files for classroom delivery A PowerPoint that supplements the facilitator guide with the key points and resources for each module Resources to be printed and handed out or used during the course Throughout this guide you will see the following symbols: Play the video Ask the class a question Covered in the on ice course Use the flash file Rink Diagram to show ice positioning Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

4 Teaching Techniques To help you successfully facilitate a classroom session here are some helpful tips: Tailor your presentation and classroom setup to the size, experience and age of your audience Create a comfortable learning atmosphere by carefully planning how you will introduce yourself, the course and the participants to each other After you have covered a topic, be sure to check for understanding by asking questions and encourage participants to ask questions and show enthusiasm. Practice good presentation techniques such as making eye contact, speaking clearly, knowing your material, working as part of an instructional team and answering questions effectively. PREPARE! Plan out the course as well as you can, but be prepared for the unexpected! Encourage questions. People quite often have a fear of asking questions, it will be important to make the participants feel comfortable. Everyone has different learning styles. Be sure to incorporate auditory and visual teaching techniques in the classroom. Keep the participants ENGAGED! Ask questions and facilitate discussions whenever possible. Classroom Requirements The classroom itself should be comfortable and the appropriate size for the number of participants in attendance, ideally with windows, internet access and appropriate electronic hook up requirements. You will require the following: Laptop o This will be required to play the PowerPoint presentation, play the videos and use all other visual aids. TEST ALL MATERIAL BEFORE THE CLASS Projector o Required to play all visuals aids. Familiarize yourself with the equipment before the clinic Blackboard/Whiteboard o Mandatory for the classroom. Will be used for notes, discussions and activities Flipchart Paper o To be used for activities, questions, discussions, etc. Markers o Required for activities and any use of flipchart/whiteboard Memory Stick o Will be required for all visual aids Flash Rink Diagram on Memory Stick o Use the flash rink diagram as an illustration for positioning whenever needed Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

5 Welcome and Registration When participants enter the classroom, make sure they register and sign in to receive credit for the course. Have all participants sign the registration form. The official must also agree to act respectful, communicate in a positive manner and show initiative and effort. Introduction and Ice Breakers 10 min Once everyone is seated in the classroom and ready to begin, choose one of the following ice breakers or use one of your own to introduce the class to one another; Remember, it is your responsibility to make sure everyone is at ease and comfortable in the classroom. The ice breaker is a very important part of the course. Suggested Ice Breakers Birthday Game Have the group stand and line up in a straight line. After they are in line, tell them to re arrange the line so that they are in line by their birthday. January 1 on one end and December 31 at the other end. The catch is that they must do all this without talking or writing anything down. Creative Name Tags Give everyone 15 minutes to make their own name tag they can list hobbies, draw a picture, give a self profile, etc. Ask everyone to pick a partner and introduce them to the class Reception Line Game Divide everyone into 2 groups. Have them stand facing each other. Each person talks to the person across from them until signaled (flash lights). At signal, person at end of one line moves to other end. Consequently everyone has a new person to talk to. Toilet Paper Game Pass around a roll of toilet paper to the group and ask them to take what they need. No further explanation. When done. Tell the group that as they go around the room, each person must tell a fact or something about themselves for each square of TP they took. Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

6 Additional Facilitator Notes: Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

7 Overview of the Ringette Canada Official s Pathway 5 min Using a projector display the Official s Pathway PowerPoint at the front of the class and walk everyone through the registration, training and evaluation requirements. RINGETTE OFFICIALS CERTIFICATION PROGRAM Level of Official FUNDAMENTALS LEARN TO TRAIN TRAINING TO TRAIN TRAIN TO COMPETE Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level of Play C Level B Level A Level AA Level U12 U14 and U16 All Age Groups All Age Groups Eligibility None Full Level 1 Certification Full Level 2 Certification Full Level 3 Certification Registration Register on officiatingringette.ca Level 1 Officials Clinic Online Pre Course Module Submit a Clean Police Record Check Training Level 2/3 Officials Clinic Online Pre Course Module Level 4 Officials Clinic Online Pre Course Module Attend Level 1 Officials Clinic Attend Level 2/3 Officials Clinic Attend Level 4 Officials Clinic Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

8 Level 1 Quiz (50% or higher) Evaluation Level 2/3 Quiz (60% or higher) Level 4 Quiz (70% or higher) One Level 1B/1A On Ice Evaluation Two On Ice Evaluations Must be completed by 2 different regional or provincial evaluators Three On Ice Evaluations Must be completed by at least 2 different regional or provincial evaluators Four On Ice Evaluations Must be completed by at least 2 different provincial evaluators Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

9 Module 1 Pre Game Officials Duties On and Off Ice 15 min Conditioning and Appearance Proper conditioning is important in reducing the likelihood of injury from muscle imbalance, lack of ligament/tendon strength and lack of flexibility In Ringette officiating, aerobic (endurance) fitness, leg strength and flexibility is of primary importance. The appearance of the on ice official is also important. A jersey, whistle, pants, and helmet complete the official s look. Warm up Provide some warm up techniques and ask the class for ideas Exercise preceding (and preferably simulating) activity The warm up serves to increase: o General body and deep muscle temperature (reduces likelihood of muscle tears and soreness) o Flexibility (increases range of joint motion and stability; reduces likelihood of ligament/tendon damage) o Oxygen supply to muscles (increases work capacity and endurance) The warm up must be sufficient duration to increase general body temperature (sweat) without fatigue The warm up should be started in the referees room and continued on ice during the pre game warm up Officials Pre Game Duties The on ice official s duties start before the beginning of the game. It is their responsibility to ensure everything is in safe shape, and everyone is in the correct positioning. Before the start of the game, the official must skate around the ice surface and check for ruts or holes that should be filled in Ensure that all doors and gates are closed Check the nets for holes and if any are found, repair them with the laces in the official s pocket Nets may be stabilized at U14 and above; and must be free moving for U12 and below Check the game report, ie: Captains (C) and Assistant Captains(A), alternate goalie, number of players on games report versus on the ice In case of a Jersey conflict, the visiting team must change its jersey Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

10 Play the Video of an Official s Pre Game Skate off of the Memory Stick Additional Facilitator Notes: Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

11 Module 2 Ice Surface Zones and Coverage 30 min Display the Ice Surface on the PowerPoint Ask the class to correctly identify the markings on the following diagram: The following are the definitions for the ice markings: Goal Crease If the ring lands in or on the crease the only player who can touch it is the goalie. The goalie usually picks up the ring and throws it like a Frisbee to a teammate. The goalie has five seconds to pass it out of her crease. She may also choose to hit it with her stick or skate, instead of picking it up and throwing it. Neither team is allowed to enter the goal crease, not even by just their stick itself. If the team with the ring enters the crease then they lose possession. If the defending team loses the ring then the attacking team gains the ring on a Free Pass in the attacking zone. If the attacking team loses the ring, play is restarted with a Goalkeeper ring. A Goalkeeper ring replaces a defending zone Free Pass on most violations by the attacking team inside their attacking zone. On a Goalkeeper ring the goalie is given five seconds to throw the ring towards a Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

12 teammate after the referee blows the whistle to signify restarting of play. The main difference between the Goalkeeper ring and a normal Free Pass is speed of restarting the game as play is not held up for player substitution. This adds much to the speed and excitement of the game. Note that on a Goalkeeper ring, once the ring leaves the crease, the goalkeeper may not touch the ring until it is touched by another player. Free Pass Circle There are five free pass circles on the ice. The team with possession starts play, with the ring positioned on the 'placement dot' or in the middle of their half of the circle. One player takes possession and on the whistle has five seconds to either shoot or pass to a teammate; they must pass it completely out of the circle; they cannot skate out of the circle with the ring. During these five seconds no other player is allowed in the Free Pass circle. A shot on goal is permitted during a Free Pass. The player taking the free pass may not leave their half of the circle until the ring completely leaves the circle. Blue Line Players are not allowed to carry the ring over the blue line. The player who last touched the ring on one side of the blue line may not play the ring on the other side until it has been touched by another player. Players are not permitted to pass the ring over both blue lines. If this happens, play is not stopped unless the same team who passed the ring is the first to touch it. The opposite team must pick up the ring or the play will be whistled. If goalie throws the ring over the blue line, her team cannot touch the ring for five seconds or until the other team gains control. Two Blue Lines If the goalie throws the ring over 2 blue lines, her team cannot touch the ring until it has been deemed playable by the official or the other team has contacted or controlled the ring. If contact is made a five second count will start. Free Play Line The thin red line at the top of the face off circles. Within these restricted areas deep in the attacking and defending zones, each team is allowed only three skaters (not including the goalie) while at full strength. If a team has more than one penalty they are only permitted two skaters in their deep defending zone. On Ice Officials Crease The area where referees communicate with each other and off ice officials. Penalty Bench Where players serve their penalties. Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

13 J Shaped Zone Coverage This type of coverage gets its name from the shape created by the on ice officials. In this configuration, the two officials are half a zone apart, with the front/lead official leading the play into the zone to the net position. The back official trails slightly and sets up at the Free Play Line. To maintain diagonal positioning, officials must leave end zone positions when play starts to break out. This coverage requires lots of hustle and teamwork. The duties of the two officials are; Net Official Position: Slightly in front of the goal line, 45 to goal post (facing the slot ), 3 4 feet off the crease Responsibilities: Attacking and defending set ups, crease and goal lines, ring retrieval after goals. Back Official Position: At free play line facing the end zone to the right Responsibilities: Play at the Free Play Line, attacking and defending set ups, body and stick of shooter/teammates, reporting of goals and assists Play the Video Depicting Proper Official Positioning Probe the class for any questions on positioning The zone coverage will be covered during the on ice portion Use the memory stick diagram if clarification is needed Additional Facilitator Notes: Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

14 Module 3 Discussion of Violations 20 min Violations a level 1 official should be comfortable with: The Goal Crease Violation It is a violation for a skater to break the plane of the crease When the ring is: o Inside the Crease: The goalkeeper may shoot, pass, bat, legally kick or pick up and throw the ring. Cannot place any part of the stick into the ring. Note that inside the crease includes the crease line. o Outside the Crease: The goalkeeper may shoot, pass, bat or legally kick the ring Blue Line Violation Play video of a goal crease violation The player who last touched the ring on one side of the blue line may not play the ring on the other side until it has been touched by another player. A player must pass the ring over the blue line with the stick, side of skate or glove A violation occurs when the player carries the ring over the entire blue line A ring on the blue line is considered to be in both zones until it is completely carried into one zone The goalkeeper may throw the ring within the defending zone and may shoot, pass, kick, or bat the ring anywhere on the ice surface Delayed violation with a 5 second count 2 Blue Line Violation Potential violation when a player passes the ring over one blue line and the ring contacts the second blue line. If the attacking teams players carry the ring into the attacking zone it is a two blue line violation. Should the ring entirely cross the second line, it is playable only by the team who didn t place it there. The eligible team must proceed directly to and play the ring in a reasonable time (except the goalkeeper who remains inside the crease or goalkeepers out of their crease who do not attempt to play the ring) i.e. skaters cannot stop within playing distance of the ring and hover over the ring for more than a few seconds Officials Mechanics for a two blue line violation are as follows: The back official signals potential two blue line pass (verbal and non verbal) when Team A passes the ring from their defending zone Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

15 Lead (front) official acknowledges partner by signalling when the ring completely crosses the second blue line untouched The two blue line pass violation is dropped when Team B contacts or controls the ring If Team A plays the ring then play is stopped, a two blue line pass violation is signaled and a free pass is awarded to Team B in their attacking zone Use the Ringette Ice Surface diagram to show the violations mechanics. Ask the class to properly explain the mechanics for the violations Any Three In Three skaters permitted in the restricted area during the play During a goalkeeper substitution, four skaters are permitted If a team is serving 2 or more penalties, at least one skater must remain outside the free play line in their defending zone. The attacking team can always have three skaters. A legal exchange at the free play line occurs when both skates of the exiting player touch the free play line before the entering player enters the restricted area Players outside the restricted area can touch the ring on the free play line as long as they don t touch any part of the space inside the restricted area When there are too many players inside the restricted area, the result is an immediate whistle, a 5 second violation or a delay of game penalty, depending on who has the ring and whether any of the skaters in the restricted area are involved in the play. Free play line violations are cancelled when the excess player and the ring contacts the free play line. If a player intentionally enters the restricted area illegally in the last 2 minutes of regulation time or in overtime and becomes involved in the play while there are too many skaters in the restricted area, the result is a penalty shot. Shot Clock Violation Optional When the shot clock reaches zero seconds, an audible signal will sound: o Play is stopped, the team last in control has committed the violation o Shot clock is reset o The ring is awarded to the non offending team in the zone where the ring was last contacted or controlled. Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

16 Additional Facilitator Notes: Play video of a shot clock violation Module 4 Body Contact 30 min Body Contact Principles 1. Every player has a responsibility to avoid body contact 2. Every player is entitled to occupy any vacant space on the ice in areas in which that player is eligible to play 3. A player may move to vacant ice provided that player does not initiate contact with an opponent, and moving opponents are given the opportunity to avoid contact 4. A moving player who recognizes a situation where contact might occur must attempt to take action to avoid it Body Contact Situations Ask the class to provide a definition/example of each of the Body Contact situations. Use the Rink Diagram and players to simulate the body contact situations taking place. Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

17 Contesting a free ring from various directions Both players are responsible to avoid contact Neither player can use their body in a forceful manner to gain advantage in getting the ring Ring carrier going by the defender The defensive player may move to any defensive position provided that the ring carrier is given time and space to take action to avoid a collision The ring carrier must not run into a defensive player who has legally taken a position If contact occurs head on, the ring carrier is usually at fault If contact occurs from the side, the defender is usually at fault Teammates of the ring carrier Screen: Moving or stationary position in the visual field of the defender Pick: Stationary position outside the visual field of the defender If the ring carrier and teammate are moving in the same direction slows or stops leaving lots of room for the opponent If contact occurs it is the opposing team s penalty, they had time and space to react. If the ring carrier and a teammate are moving in the same direction slows or stops leaving no room for the opponent If contact occurs, there is a penalty to the teammate for interference If the teammate of the ring carrier is moving in a converging direction If contact occurs there is a penalty for interference/body contact to the teammate of the ring carrier If the teammate of the ring carrier is moving in the opposite direction they must avoid contact It is the teammates responsibility to avoid the path of the checker against the flow of play Screening the Defender If stationary the player must be within legal position and distance The player must be within field of vision, so can be very close without contact Legal Pick The teammate must be in a legal position and distance If the teammate is behind a defender they must give the defender room to turn, see the ring and avoid contact Illegal Pick The teammate is behind the defender and does not allow the defender any room to turn and see the ring Screening the goaltender Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

18 The screening player must assume a reasonable playing position with no unnatural extension into the goalkeeper s field of vision. The screening player must play the ring and not the goalkeeper. This means they may face any direction, but may not adjust their position to the position of the goalkeeper. Facing the Goaltender o Legal Screening player faces the goaltender and remains stationary o Illegal Screening player faces goaltender and moves with the goalkeeper Following the ring with their back to the goalkeeper o Legal Screening player facing away from goalkeeper stationary or moving with the ring o Legal Screen player does not look back at the goalkeeper Illegal Screening player facing away from goalkeeper, looks back to the goalkeeper and adjusts position These body contact principles will be further examined on the ice Additional Facilitator Notes: Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

19 Module 5 Penalties and Reporting Procedures 30 min Official Game Report Review the official game report (memory stick) and review the official s responsibilities and those of the off ice official. HANDOUT Sample Game report and discuss the mechanics of completing the report Although the off ice officials will fill out the report, it is the responsibility of the on ice officials to provide them with the correct information and sign off on the game reports accuracy at the end of the game. Review when to stop play on a delayed penalty (control) Review mechanics of reporting a penalty Minor Penalties Review what the minor penalties are and ask participants in the class to demonstrate the correct signal for the infractions. All minor penalties and examples can be found in the Casebook, which officials will be required to have. Ask the class to define, provide examples and show the signal for the following penalties: refer to Case Book if more information is needed Boarding Is committed if a player uses the body to force an opponent into contact with the boards. Body Contact Is committed if a player uses any part of the body to contact an opponent in a forceful manner Charging Is committed if the ring carrier skates directly into an opponent who has taken a legal defending position Cross Checking Is committed if a player forcefully contacts an opponent with the stick while it is being held with both hands in front of the body Delay of Game Is committed if a player intentionally shoots or holds the ring out of play. This includes but is not limited to: holding the ring with the hand, sitting on or gathering in the ring, holding the ring against the boards or the net to create a stoppage in play, and carrying the ring with the stick while both the ring and the playing end of the stick are off the ice surface Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

20 Elbowing Is committed if a player forcefully contacts an opponent with the elbow. High Sticking Is committed if a player intentionally or unintentionally, raises the playing end of the stick above standing shoulder height within a stick length of any other on ice participant or attempts to play the ring when it is above standing shoulder height, regardless of where the other on ice participants are. Holding Is committed if a player impedes an opponent s progress by holding the hand or placing the stick on top of the ring carrier s stick to prevent passing or shooting. Hooking Is committed if a player impedes an opponent s progress by hooking the stick around any part of the opponent s body or stick. Illegal Substitution Is committed if a team has too many players on the ice during play, including players leaving the penalty bench without permission prior to the expiration of the penalty Interference Is committed if a player impedes the progress of an opponent who may or may not be in possession of the ring by, using the stick or body to physically block the movement of an opponent or as a ring carrier, using an arm to ward off an opponent, or checking an opponent before both players are in position to gain possession of the ring, or as an ineligible player reaching into a restricted or prohibited area to check an opponent, or moving with the opposing goalkeeper, attempting to screen the goalkeeper s vision, or preventing an opponent from retrieving a lost stick or mandatory equipment. Slashing Is committed if a player makes forceful stick contact with any part of the body of an opponent, swings the stick directly towards an opponent in a forceful manner, contacts an opponent, including the goalkeeper, on the follow through of a shot when the opposing player has an established position or contacts the opposing goalkeeper with their stick when the goalkeeper is entirely inside the goal crease. Tripping Is committed if a player places the stick or any part of the body in such a manner that it causes an opponent to trip or fall, unless the player falls as a result of losing joint control of the ring. Major Penalties A major penalty is committed if a player commits a minor penalty in an intentional and aggressive manner, or if a player engages in rough play. A major penalty is committed if a player commits a boarding, body contact, charging, cross checking or elbowing infraction that includes initial contact to the head or contact from behind. Should the on ice official deem this contact was a result of any intent to injure a Match Penalty shall be assessed? Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

21 Unsportsmanlike Conduct Penalties An unsportsmanlike conduct penalty is committed if a player or team staff member dissents with an onice official or displays conduct unbecoming a sportsman by: Making remarks or gestures that denote or depict dissension with on ice officials, opposing players, or spectators Continuing to harass an on ice official after a warning Throwing the stick into the penalty bench, player s bench, or stands As a player, refusing to leave the on ice officials crease after being instructed to do so by an onice official Committing any action construed by an on ice official to be unsportsmanlike in nature Fully Served and Ejection Penalties Unsportsmanlike Conduct Major Penalty Rough Play Misconduct/Match Penalty Penalty Summary Minor Penalty Served for 2 minutes Served by the offender Major Penalty Deliberate and aggressive minor penalty Served for 4 minutes Served by the offender Misconduct A player or team staff member uses language or makes gestures that are obscene, profane, or abusive toward any person. Ejection of offender 2 minute penalty, served by a teammate No penalty time is served if the misconduct has been assessed to a team staff member Match Commits a penalty infraction with intent to injure, fights, intentionally spears, butt ends, or intentionally kicks an opponent, excessive abuse of an official. Ejection of offender Four minute penalty, served by a teammate No penalty time is served if the match has been assessed to a team staff member. Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

22 The on ice mechanics for penalty and goal reporting will be reviewed during the on ice portion Additional Facilitator Notes: Module 6 Goal Scoring Regulations 15 min A goal is scored when the entire ring legally crosses the goal line between the goal posts and below the cross bar during the play. A goal is scored if: The ring is shot into the net from anywhere on the ice If the ring is shot and is deflected by or off any player or on ice official into the net If the ring is legally kicked or batted by an attacking player and is deflected into the net by or off any player other than the defending goalkeeper If the ring is directed into the net by a defending player, in any manner If the ring enters the net while an attacking player commits a violation that was caused by a defending players penalty infraction Ask which ring in the diagram is a goal A goal is nullified: If the ring is kicked or batted by an attacking player into the net directly, off the defending goalkeeper, or off an on ice official And a violation is assessed if an attacking player commits a violation before the ring enters the net And a penalty is assessed if any attacking player commits a penalty before the ring enters the net If a goalkeeper throws the ring into the opposing net directly, off the defending team, or off an on ice official An acting goalkeeper directs the ring in any manner into the opposing net directly, off the defending goalkeeper, or off an on ice official Stick follow through: Incidental stick overhang on follow through is allowed, unless it contacts/interferes with the goalkeeper inside the crease A goal is awarded during a goalkeeper substitution: If an attacking player is on a breakaway in the attacking zone, with the stick in the ring, and no opponent to get past; and a member of the defending team: Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

23 o o o Commits a penalty that prevents the scoring of a goal, or that prevents the attacking player from taking a clear shot on goal Prevents the scoring of a goal by deliberately piling snow or making any obstacle on, around, or in the goal crease During the last two minutes of regulation time or any time during overtime, if a skater in excess of the maximum number permitted in the defending zone restricted area deliberately enters that area and prevents the scoring of a goal by assuming the position of the acting goalkeeper. Additional Facilitator Notes: Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

24 Module 7 Tips on Game Focus and Preparation 15 min Game Focus Ringette officiating is demanding both physically and mentally. It is important that you provide your full attention to the action on the ice and not on the stands. Game Preparation Review some game preparation techniques that will help ensure the official is ready for game time. Additional Facilitator Notes: Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

25 Module 8 Wrap up Q & A and Next Steps 10 min Provide a general review of the classroom materials. Review any questions that came up, but didn t have time to answer initially Answer any new questions participants may have or direct them to a resource/location where they can find the answer. Additional Facilitator Notes: Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v

26 Training and Certification Process Training : 1. Participant logs into the officiatingringette.ca system. a. Click on the tab status b. Click on begin in the Level 1 box (step 1: Level 1 Preclinic ) c. Complete the online module d. A green check mark will appear in the completed heading. This will unlock the ability to register for a course. 2. Participant will click register (step 2: Level 1 Clinic ) a. This will bring the participant to the list of available clinics in his/her province. b. Participants selects the clinic by clicking on the red register button on the left hand side. 3. Participant attends an in class clinic. 4. Participant attends the on ice component of the clinic. Certification/evaluation : Participant registers for the clinic via RC website prior to the clinic date 2. System will unlock exam on the clinic date 3. Participant has access to the exam on the clinic date + seven days. a) The system will send automatic notifications to the participant to complete the exam on a daily basis, up to the 7 day deadline. If a participant does not successfully complete the exam in that timeframe, the participant will be required to take the training (level 1 course in person) again. 4. Facilitator/PSO coordinator or contact verifies participant list via RC website after clinic and has no effect on when exam can be accessed. 5. When exam + participation verification are complete RC sends auto to participant indicating completion of clinic. Ringette Canada Officials Level 1 Facilitator Guide v