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3.3 Team Captain's Responsibilities

The Team Captain represents his NAC and is the liaison between the Organisers and his team members. A Team Captain not fulfilling his responsibilities, as detailed in this Section, may be suspended or disqualified in accordance with paragraph 1.2.1. The Team Captain:

a. Should endeavour to ensure the proper conduct of his team members and that the pilots do not fly if ill or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or suffering from any disability that might endanger the pilot or others.

b. Is responsible for compliance by his team members with the terms of the Certificate of Airworthiness or Permit to Fly of the competing sailplanes and, where appropriate, with the laws of his own and those of the Organisers' country.

c. Is responsible for ensuring that all members of his team receive and understand all information given at any Championships briefing.