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F.3  Appendix Q and Addendum Q – On the Water Judging for Fleet
                       Racing

               F.3.1      Introduction

                          Addendum  Q  can  be  downloaded  from  the  World  Sailing  website  at:
                          http://www.sailing.org.  World  Sailing  has  approved  it  for  the  use  as  an
                          addendum to the SIs in World Championships, World Sailing World Cup,
                          Grade 1 and Grade C1 events for umpired fleet racing in the last race of
                          each series for the Olympic classes. Approval for any changes of Addendum
                          must be approved in writing from World Sailing.

                          Appendix  Q  can  be  downloaded  from  the  World  Sailing  website  at:
                          http://www.sailing.org. Different from Addendum Q, it was developed for all
                          levels of fleet racing. This appendix can be used under rule 86.3 to change
                          or  test  proposed  rules  if  the  national  authority  prescribes  and/or  allows.
                          Those seeking to use this new approach to on-the-water rule enforcement
                          may be required by their MNA to seek approval before its use.

                          The use of either Appendix Q and Addendum Q is recommended for umpired
                          fleet races in which there are about twenty to thirty boats. There should be
                          one umpire boat for every 4 to 6 boats in the fleet. Fewer umpire boats can
                          be used, but coverage will be more difficult.

                          Be sure to note to the competitors that the Addendum changes the definition
                          of Finish and several other rules. Note that Addendum Q was specifically
                          designed  for  the  Medal  Races  at  Sailing  World  Cups  and  the  Olympics.
                          Check the World Sailing website for possible new templates.

                          Also  note  that  the  Addendum  includes  a  section  on  Advice  to  the
                          Competitors as well as Advice to the Judges/Umpires. This advice pertains
                          to Appendix Q as well. The OA may separately use this advice part of the
                          document or use the complete Addendum or Appendix so that all involved
                          will understand the system.
               F.3.2      Additions to the Notice of Race and the SIs
               F.3.2.1  Notice of Race


                          The Notice of Race must specifically state that Addendum Q or Appendix Q
                          will be used in the regatta.
               F.3.2.2  Sailing Instructions


                          In addition to the notice of race statement, the full Addendum Q or Appendix
                          Q must be added to the SIs as an attachment.
               F.3.3      Initial Briefing at the Meeting for Competitors and Coaches


                          There are significant changes to the rules in Addendum Q or Appendix Q
                          which should be discussed during the initial skippers briefing. Advise the
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