Details
A course marshal is a person who stands at specific locations throughout the bike and run courses, and guides the athletes in the right direction. They also look out for traffic and advise the athletes, to keep them out of harm's way. Course monitors do not stop traffic or re-route traffic. They are usually located at turns and busy intersections and stand on the side of the road out of traffic. They use their arms and voices to cheer on the athletes and tell them of oncoming traffic. Course monitors wear brightly colored ANSI approved safety vests, which are provided by the event coordinators. Course monitors are probably the most important safety aspect of a triathlon and are the main cheerleaders for the athletes. You will call, the volunteer coordinator if you or an athlete needs help, and 911 for an emergency. Course monitors are sincerely appreciated by the athletes. We will have event signage in place notifying motorists that there is a triathlon in progress and they should slow down and be on the lookout for people on bicycles. You will have a map of the bike and run routes. There will be a volunteer check-in table at the beach parking lot where transportation arrangements will be made to get you to and from your place on the course. Please take a bottle of water and a snack from the food table with you.
Requirements:
Stand up when athletes are approaching
Encourage athletes
Give direction using hands, arms, and voice
Read a map
Bring cell phone
Bring a folding/lawn chair
