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• whether or not the boat is permitting to go into port
• whether or not the boat is permitted to be hauled out in port
• whether or not crew are permitted to go ashore or during technical
repairs stops
• whether or not crew may be replaced for medical reasons during a
race

P.2.4.e) Examples related to Media requirements in the NOR and Sis

• Attending press and/or opening and price giving ceremonies,
prologue races or complying with RRS 80.
• Radio or video session imposed by the race management for media
purpose

P.3 Procedures

Even though there are specific hearing procedures for offshore and oceanic
races, the PC must always protect each party’s right to a defense,
irrespective of what hearing procedure is followed. The scheduling of
hearings conducted while racing, whether by email or other means, should
accommodate sailors for fatigue or weather considerations. Both boats
should agree on the time for the hearing.

P.3.1. PC operating before the start

The full PC should be present on site, if at all possible.

If any hearings need to be conducted before the start, the PC should be
aware that there is no requirement for any party to check the noticeboard.
Therefore, if a sailor or support person is called in for a hearing, the notice
should be made in writing and delivered to the person himself.

P.3.2. PC operating during the race, and while racing

After the start, organisers frequently wish to have any protests or requests
for redress resolved prior to boats finishing. The timing of conference calls
for hearings and decisions must recognize that PC members may be in
diverse locations and time zones. The chairman should give enough time to
members to answer e-mails, and set a timeline for answers.

P.3.2.a) Starting sequence

Protests involving the rules of Part 2 are likely to occur during the starting
sequence or around the initial rounding mark. Having members of the PC on
the water is helpful. Keep in mind that sailors, especially early in the race,
may prefer to concentrate on racing and avoiding traffic rather than take time
for a hearing via conference call or writing a complete statement. Depending