2019 Rule Change Suggestions
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RCP CD 975.2.7 Remove obsolete rule 19-001
RC#: 19-001
Status: Submitted 28Jan18, Recommended by CDC 19July18
| Name: | Linda Yutzy |
| Subject: | Change rule |
| Phone: | |
| Rule (Article) Number: | 975.2.7 |
| Current Wording: | 975.2.7 Grooms must be seated in their proper places between the start and finish lines. For penalties, see ARTICLE 981.
In ADS-recognized competitions, the groom may advise the Athlete a whistle/bell has sounded. If carriage does not have a safe groom seat, judge may grant permission for groom(s) to stand with no penalty. |
| New Wording: | 975.2.7 Grooms must be seated in their proper places between the start and finish lines. For penalties, see ARTICLE 981.
DELETE: [In ADS-recognized competitions, the groom may advise the Athlete a whistle/bell has sounded.] If carriage does not have a safe groom seat, judge may grant permission for groom(s) to stand with no penalty. |
| Reason for Change: | Groom allowed to speak in cones. No need for this exception. |
| Type of change: | Clarify |
RCP CD 952.2 Groom speaking in Dressage 19-002
RC#: 19-002 (7May2018 see also 19-009, 19-010)
Status: Posted 14Feb18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Hardy Zantke |
| ADS #: | 1187 |
| Subject: | Groom speaking penalty |
| Rule #: | CD 952.2 |
| Current Wording: | 952.2 Memory The FEI Driven Dressage Test must be driven from memory. Speaking or indication given by a groom will incur 10 penalties (10 penalties can only be given once per Test). At ADS-recognized events the penalty for the above will be Elimination (see 945.2). |
| New Wording: | 952.2 Memory The FEI Driven Dressage Test must be driven from memory. Speaking or indication given by a groom will incur 10 penalties (10 penalties can only be given once per Test). |
| Reason for Change: | Delete the ADS exception “At ADS-recognized events the penalty for the above will be Elimination (see 945.2).” to bring us into line with USEF & ADS. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD 952.1 Help Entering Dressage Arena 19-003
RC#: 19-003
Status: Posted 14Feb18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Hardy Zantke |
| ADS #: | 1187 |
| Subject: | Help entering the Dressage Arena |
| Rule #: | CD 952.1 |
| Current Wording: | 952.1 Entering the Arena An Athlete who enters the arena before the starting signal or who fails to enter the arena within 90 seconds of the starting signal may be Eliminated, at the discretion of the President of the Ground Jury. At ADS-recognized events, should there be any difficulty entering the arena, the Competitor may request permission from the Ground Jury to be led into the arena by the groom(s). No Competitor may be required to drive before his scheduled time. (See 944.2). |
| New Wording: | 952.1 Entering the Arena An Athlete who enters the arena before the starting signal or who fails to enter the arena within 90 seconds of the starting signal may be Eliminated, at the discretion of the President of the Ground Jury. At ADS-recognized events, no Competitor may be required to drive before his scheduled time. (See 944.2). |
| Reason for Change: | Delete the ADS exception that “should there be any difficulty entering the arena, the Competitor may request permission from the Ground Jury to be led into the arena by the groom(s)”. This is a VERY old carry over from the beginning days of Combined Driving. In all my many years in driving I have NEVER seen a case where this was applied. It’s time to just delete it. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD Appx CD-B Grooms 19-004
RC#: 19-004
Status: Posted 14Feb18, Recommended CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Hardy Zantke |
| ADS #: | 1187 |
| Subject: | Grooms speaking penalties |
| Rule #: | Appendix CD-B Arena Trials |
| Current Wording: | 1.10 Grooms May ride in/on the vehicle in competition. During Driven Dressage or Obstacles/Cones competitions, grooms giving verbal or physical directions or sliding, lifting or moving the vehicle in any way will incur immediate elimination for the entry. Grooms may not give verbal or physical direction nor may they li or slide the vehicle during cones competitions. A capable Navigator/Groom must be age 12 or over for Training and Preliminary Division, and age 14 or over for Intermediate and Advanced Divisions. |
| New Wording: | 1.10 Grooms May ride in/on the vehicle in competition. During Driven Dressage or Obstacles/Cones competitions, grooms sliding, lifting or moving the vehicle in any way will incur elimination. Grooms speaking in Dressage will incur 10 penalty points. A capable Navigator/Groom must be age 12 or over for Training and Preliminary Division, and age 14 or over for Intermediate and Advanced Divisions. |
| Reason for Change: | To bring in line with Art 945.2 and new language in 975.2 allowing groom to speak in cones and simplify language. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD 957 Update Chart 19-005
RC#: 19-005
Status: Posted 14Feb18, Recommended CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Hardy Zantke |
| ADS #: | 1187 |
| Subject: | Groom speaking in Dressage penalty |
| Rule #: | 957 – 12. box |
| Current Wording: | Groom speaking or giving indications 945.2 10 penalties (once) See ADS exception Elimination |
| New Wording: | Groom speaking or giving indications 945.2 10 penalty points (once) DELETE: [See ADS exception Elimination] |
| Reason for Change: | Delete “See ADS exception Elimination” to be in line with my previous RSS to delete the Elimination penalty and get into sync with USEF & FEI. |
| Type of change: | Clarify |
RCP CD 945.2 Groom Speaking Dressage 19-006
RC#: 19-006
Status: Posted 14Feb18, Recommended by CDC &ESC 19July18
| Name: | Hardy Zantke |
| ADS #: | 1187 |
| Subject: | Groom speaking in Dressage penalty |
| Rule #: | CD 945.2 |
| Current Wording: | 945.2 Prohibited outside assistance At ADS-recognized events, no person, either on or off a competing carriage entry may give verbal or physical directions to an Athlete with the exception of persons on the carriage during Marathon and Cones competitions. Athletes receiving verbal or physical assistance except for permitted outside assistance as listed in 943.2 shall be eliminated at the sole discretion of the Ground Jury. |
| New Wording: | delete entirely |
| Reason for Change: | To bring the ADS into sync with USEF & FEI and penalize groom speaking in dressage with only 10 penalty points – as already stated under 945.2.1.2 – instead of elimination. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD 945.2 Groom Standing Dressage 19-007
RC#: 19-007
Status: Posted 15Feb18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Hardy Zantke |
| ADS #: | 1167 |
| Subject: | Grooms Standing in Dressage |
| Rule #: | 945.2.1.2 |
| Current Wording: | 2.1.2 In Dressage and Cones, Grooms must remain seated in their proper positions between entering and leaving the Arena. ey are not permitted to handle the reins or the whip (will incur 20 penalties). For Dressage, to nor speak or indicate the course to the Athlete is not permitted (will incur 10 penalties). However the Groom may handle the reins, whip and brake without penalty provided the carriage remains stationary. |
| New Wording: | 2.1.2 In Dressage and Cones, Grooms must remain seated in their proper positions between entering and leaving the Arena. ey are not permitted to handle the reins or the whip (will incur 20 penalties). For Dressage, to nor speak or indicate the course to the Athlete is not permitted (will incur 10 penalties). However the Groom may handle the reins, whip and brake without penalty provided the carriage remains stationary.
In ADS-recognized competitions, if the carriage does not have a safe groom seat, the judge may grant permission for groom(s) to stand with no penalty. |
| Reason for Change: | To be consistent with new wording in 975.2.7 for cones and allow grooms to stand in dressage – with special permission – if the carriage does not have a safe grooms seat, for example for VSE Tandems. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CP-8 (NEW) Scorer responsibility 19-008
RC#: 19-008
Status: Posted 7May18, Recommended with Mods by CDC, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Penny Nicely |
| ADS #: | 4259 |
| Subject: | Scoring |
| Rule #: | New (Competition Personnel) |
| Current Wording: | None |
| New Wording: | The scorer at any ADS recognized event is responsible for completing the scoring for an event/show and determining the placings and/or points applicable to the organizing committees’s published Omnibus listing or prize list. The scorer may not compete and if entries exceed 25 may have no other duties during the show/event.
19July18 CDC Comment: remove “may have no other duties” 2Dec18 BoD decision: reword last sentenct to: The scorer must not have any other duties at an event from the time an individual competion begins until the scoring for that competition is complete. |
| Reason for Change: | This has never been addressed officially. |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP DR 520.1 Groom speaking 19-009
RC#: 19-009
Status: Posted 7May18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Hardy Zantke |
| ADS #: | |
| Subject: | Groom speaking in dressage |
| Rule #: | 520.1 |
| Current Wording: | The dressage test must be driven from memory. |
| New Wording: | Add: Groom(s) speaking will incur 10 penalty points – to be given only once per test. |
| Reason for Change: | to go along with same RCS in CD rules |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP DR 520.18 Groom speaking 19-010
RC#: 19-010
Status: Posted 7May18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Hardy Zantke |
| ADS #: | |
| Subject: | Groom speaking in dressage |
| Rule #: | 520.18 |
| Current Wording: | Any intervention by a third party not riding on the vehicle, whether solicited or not, with the object of facilitating the task of the Competitor or his horses, is forbidden as Outside Assistance. Grooms must remain seated in their proper places between entering and leaving the arena. ey are not permitted to handle the reins, the whip, or speak unless they are dismounted and the vehicle is stationary. |
| New Wording: | Add: Groom(s) speaking will incur 10 penalty points – to be given only once per test. |
| Reason for Change: | to be inline with same RCS in CD rules |
| Type of change: | Modify |
X-RCS CD 913.3.2 Concise Eligibility 19-012 WITHDRAWN
RC#: 19-012
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Withdrawn by CDC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Eligibility for ADS-recognized Events |
| Rule #: | 913.3.2 – 913.3.4 |
| Current Wording: | 913.3 Eligibility for ADS-recognized Events
3.2 Preliminary division 3.3 Intermediate division – the driver has completed* at least three Preliminary division CDEs. 3.4 Hybrid divisions offering Advanced Dressage and Cones – the driver has completed* at least four Preliminary or Intermediate division CDEs. |
| New Wording: | 913.3 Eligibility for ADS-recognized Events
3.2 Preliminary division 3.3 Intermediate division – the driver has completed* at least three Preliminary division CDEs, with one Dressage average score of 65 points or less. 3.4 Hybrid divisions offering Advanced Dressage and Cones – the driver has completed* at least four Preliminary or Intermediate division CDEs, with one Dressage average score below 65 points. |
| Reason for Change: | Establish a more concise measure of an athlete’s ability to participate in the next higher level of competition. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD 937.3.1 Carriage for Dressage/Cones 19-013
RC#: 19-013
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Recommended CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Carriage for Dressage/Cones |
| Rule #: | 937.3.1 |
| Current Wording: | 3.1 The same Carriage must be used for Dressage and Cones for CA 2* and above (see Article 936).
At ADS competitions at the Training, Preliminary and Intermediate Divisions, Athletes may elect to use a different carriage for Dressage and Cones. If the Athlete elects to use different carriages, it is the Athlete’s responsibility to notify the Organizer and the Technical Delegate of this decision at least 1 hour prior to the start of the Cones Competition so that wheel measurement of the carriage being used may be verified. Failure to notify a change in vehicle may result in elimination by the judge of Cones. |
| New Wording: | The same Carriage must be used for Dressage and Cones for CA 2* and above (see Article 936).
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| Reason for Change: | The rule was changed by the FEI, by mistake, a few years ago. We have allowed the few competitors to change carriages for the past three years. This is done very infrequently with some inconvenience to the management. It is suggested that the option be removed and return to the standard followed previous to the change. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD 944.1 Identification Nos. 19-014
RC#: 19-014
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Identification numbers for ADS/USEF/FEI |
| Rule #: | 944.1 |
| Current Wording: | At ADS-recognized events held in conjunction with USEF/FEI events, an identification number with a different background color or numbering scheme that differentiates the ADS entries from USEF/FEI entries will be required as specified in this article. |
| New Wording: | At ADS-recognized events held in conjunction with USEF/FEI events, an identification number with a different background color or numbering scheme that differentiates the ADS entries from USEF/FEI entries will be [Delete: |
| Reason for Change: | The requirement has not been followed. |
| Type of change: | Clarify |
RCS CD 945.3 Groom assistance 19-015
RC#: 19-015
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Not Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Groom assistance |
| Rule #: | 945.3 Permitted assistance |
| Current Wording: | The following are considered to be permitted outside assistance:
• Assistance during compulsory rests and in neutral zones between Sections. • Assistance to avoid accidents. • Assistance to Horses as a result of an accident inside an obstacle, providing the Grooms are dismounted. • Assistance by the Groom whereby a Horse is led through an obstacle by the bridle ends of the reins while harnessed to the carriage in either Marathon or Cones, will incur 20 penalties for the assistance, in addition to the penalties for dismount. • At ADS-recognized events for turnouts without a groom on the carriage, should groom assistance be needed, the driver may stop and ask for such assistance from any capable person, who may then act as a groom rendering the necessary help, and the turnout shall be penalized with the normal “groom down” penalty. |
| New Wording: | Same except
• At ADS-recognized events for turnouts without a groom on the carriage, should groom assistance be needed, the driver may stop and ask for such assistance from [delete: |
| Reason for Change: | The random capable person would not have signed a waiver to assist the competitor. In addition, too many VSE/Small Pony competitors arrive with no available help. Grooms must be available at the arenas and, possibly, following silently around the Marathon course, where practical, to assist the competitor at the Obstacles. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD 951 Driven Dressage Tests 19-016
RC#: 19-016
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Dressage Tests |
| Rule #: | 951 Driven Dressage Tests |
| Current Wording: | Details of approved FEI Driven Dressage Tests are shown on the FEI website. The schedules for all events must state clearly which of these Tests is to be used.
At ADS-recognized events, current ADS Driven Dressage Tests must be used as published for Training, Preliminary and Intermediate divisions and for Advanced division in Arena Trials. Advanced divisions in Driving Trials and Hybrid divisions and CAC classes offering Advanced Dressage use appropriate FEI Driven Dressage Tests. |
| New Wording: | Details of approved FEI Driven Dressage Tests are shown on the FEI website. The schedules for all events must state clearly which of these Tests is to be used.
At ADS-recognized events, current ADS Driven Dressage Tests must be used as published for Training, Preliminary and Intermediate divisions and for Advanced division in Arena Trials. Advanced divisions in Driving Trials and Hybrid divisions and CAC classes offering Advanced Dressage use appropriate FEI Driven Dressage Tests. [Add:] Organizers may also offer FEI 1* Dressage tests to ADS Intermediate divisions. |
| Reason for Change: | Add FEI 1* Dressage tests to acceptable ADS Intermediate test choices. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD 960.2.8.1 Two-Section Marathon 19-017
RC#: 19-017
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Recommended with Mods by CDC Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Add two-section marathon |
| Rule #: | NEW 960.2.8.1 |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: |
 19 July 18 per CDC instructions: Add “ADS Option” to the title: |
| 2Dec18 BoD: Make clear this is an OPTION for Organizers. | |
| Reason for Change: | Add two-section Marathon, distances and section speeds to ADS rules. |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP CD 960.2.8 Marathon Distance and Pace 19-018
RC#: 19-018
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Recommended with Mods by CDC & ESC 19July18
RCP CD 960.2.9 (2) VSE short course 19-019
RC#: 19-019
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | VSE short course |
| Rule #: | 960.2.9 (2) |
| Current Wording: | Note: The Organizing Committee, with the approval of the Course Designer and Technical Delegate, has the right to lower speeds and distances to suit the weather, terrain, footing, the experience of competitors, or the size and/or condition of the animals.
At ADS-recognized events with Section A, VSE entries in Training and Preliminary divisions may compete on a shortened course. VSE entries in Intermediate and Intermediate-II divisions will use the full course. When Section A is 1 kilometer or less, it may be driven on the track of the Walk Section and the walk section omitted entirely. |
| New Wording: | Note: The Organizing Committee, with the approval of the Course Designer and Technical Delegate, has the right to lower speeds and distances to suit the weather, terrain, footing, the experience of competitors, or the size and/or condition of the animals.
At ADS-recognized events with Section A, VSE entries in Training and Preliminary divisions may compete on a shortened course. VSE entries in Intermediate and Intermediate-II divisions will use the full course. [Delete: |
| Reason for Change: | This option, in the opinion of the CDC, was created during the introduction of VSEs to the sport. It has been proven that they can go the full distance without breaking and shortened courses are being used for the benefit of schedule. The option is no longer used and should be eliminated. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD 962.3 Inspection of course by athletes 19-020
RC#: 19-020
Status: Posted 5Jun18, Recommended with Mods by CDC & ESC 19July19
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Inspection of course by athletes |
| Rule #: | 962.3 Inspection of the Course by Athletes. |
| Current Wording: | 3.1 At least 48 hours before the first Athlete is due to start Marathon, the whole Course must be open for inspection by the Athletes, except under exceptional circumstances, when Organisers have the option not to open Section A for inspection, with the agreement of the Technical Delegate.
At ADS-recognized events, the course must be available for inspection by the Competitors at least 24 hours before the start of the Competition. (For Arena Trials see Appendix CD-B.) |
| New Wording: | 3.1 At least 48 hours before the first Athlete is due to start Marathon, the whole Course must be open for inspection by the Athletes, except under exceptional circumstances, when Organisers have the option not to open Section A for inspection, with the agreement of the Technical Delegate.
At ADS-recognized events, the course must be available for inspection by the Competitors at least 19 July 18 CDC recommends deleting the current ADS exception. 2Dec19 BoD rejects this RCP. |
| Reason for Change: | Courses at CDEs require the inspection time given by FEI and USEF. |
| Type of change: | Clarify |
RCP CD 964.4 Incorrect Pace 19-021
RC#: 19-021
Status: Posted 6Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Incorrect Pace |
| Rule #: | 964.4 Incorrect Pace |
| Current Wording: | Should one or more Horses break into a canter within the last 300 m before the finish and this is not corrected within five seconds, the Athlete will incur one penalty for every occurrence. If the break continues, the Athlete will incur one penalty for every additional completed period of five seconds.
At ADS-recognized events, the above penalty also applies to: • Walk Section – any pace other than walk (Training, Preliminary, Intermediate); • Section B (inside obstacles) – cantering (Training); and • Section B (outside obstacles) – cantering (Training, Preliminary). At ADS-recognized events, intentionally cantering or trotting all the horses in the Walk Section will be penalized by elimination. |
| New Wording: | Should one or more Horses break into a canter within the last 300 m before the finish and this is not corrected within five seconds, the Athlete will incur one penalty for every occurrence. If the break continues, the Athlete will incur one penalty for every additional completed period of five seconds.
At ADS-recognized events, the above penalty also applies to: [Delete: • Section B (inside obstacles) – cantering (Training); and • Section B (outside obstacles) – cantering (Training, [Delete: [Delete: |
RCP CD-F VSE arena size 19-022
RC#: 19-022
Status: Posted 6Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | VSE arena size |
| Rule #: | CD-F |
| Current Wording: | Diagrams for 20 x 50, 20 x 40, 30 x 75, 30 x 60 dressage arenas |
| New Wording: | Delete diagrams for 20 x 50 and 20 x 40. |
| Reason for Change: | The arenas do not drive well, particularly the 20 x 40 and these sizes are infrequently used, from what we can see in the Omnibus. Our feedback from VSE competitors is that they do not like them. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD-A-11 DT Course Inspection 19-023
RC#: 19-023
Status: Posted 6Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Course Inspection |
| Rule #: | 11. Course Inspection |
| Current Wording: | 11. Course Inspection
If the same space is used for more than one competition, the Official(s) will inspect the course immediately prior to the official Course Walk. The course shall be open for a reasonable time (not less than 30 minutes) to allow Athletes to make their inspection. Printed maps and diagrams are not required. |
| New Wording: | 11. Course Inspection
[New: 11.1 Marathon: At least 24 hours before the first Athlete is due to start Marathon, the whole course must be available for inspection by the Athletes, except under special circumstances, with agreement of the Technical Delegate 11.2 Cones: If the same space is used for more than one competition, the Official(s) will inspect the course immediately prior to the official Course Walk. The course shall be open for a reasonable time (not less than 30 minutes) to allow Athletes to make their inspection. Printed maps and diagrams are not required. |
| Reason for Change: | Clarification of expected times the courses will be available for inspection. |
| Type of change: | Clarify |
RCP CD FEI-Annex 9 19-024
RC#: 19-024
Status: Posted 6Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | Cones |
| Rule #: | FEI-Annex 9 |
| Current Wording: | Cones
Material: Plastic, stable enough for use and indestructible Height: 30 – 50 cm The platform is: ~ 400x 425 cm Angle: 60 degrees Ball hollow on top of cone: 40mm diameter Color: no restriction. Reduced Cones ref. Art 974.1.2 Weight of cones: min 2.5 kg (weight tolerance of +/- 5% is acceptable) |
| New Wording: | Cones
Material: Plastic, stable enough for use and indestructible Height: 30 – 50 cm The platform is: ~ 400x 425 cm (waived for ADS competitions) Angle: 60 degrees Ball hollow on top of cone: 40mm diameter (waived for ADS competitions) Color: no restriction. Reduced Cones ref. Art 974.1.2 Weight of cones: min 2.5 kg (weight tolerance of +/- 5% is acceptable) (waived for ADS competitions) |
| Reason for Change: | We need to allow the use of domestically manufactured cones that do not meet all requirements because of the high cost of imported cones that satisfy FEI requirements |
| Type of change: | Clarify |
RCP GR-B Officials Requirement Summary 19-025
RC#: 19-025
Status: Posted 6Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | GR-B Officials Requirement Summary |
| Rule #: | GR-B Officials Requirement Summary |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: | Add “Derby” under ADS CDE
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| 2 Dec 18 BoD: Add Driven Dressage as a Competition and add Derby as a CDE competition with TDs required. | |
| Reason for Change: | To complete the list of competitions within the Combined Driving section of the rules. |
| Type of change: | Housekeeping |
RCP CD 940.1.4-940.1.5 Carriage measurements 19-026
RC#: 19-026
Status: Posted 6Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marc Johnson / CDC Chair |
| ADS #: | 9050 |
| Subject: | CD 940.1.4-940.1.5 Carriage measurements |
| Rule #: | CD 940.1.4 and CD 940.1.5 |
| Current Wording: | 1.4 Length of individual pole chains or pole straps: the length has to be minimum 30 cm. The measurement is taken from the center of the pole head, including the complete quick release.
1.5 Horse yoke or T-bar: the total width including the complete quick releases has to be minimum 60 cm. When the measurement is taken from the center of the pole head, to include the complete quick releases, it has to be minimum 30 cm. |
| New Wording: | 1.4 Length of individual pole chains or pole straps: the length has to be minimum 30 cm. The measurement is taken from the center of the pole head, including the complete quick release. For Small Ponies and VSEs, the measurement may be reduced to 20cm.
1.5 Horse yoke or T-bar: the total width including the complete quick releases has to be minimum 60 cm. When the measurement is taken from the center of the pole head, to include the complete quick releases, it has to be minimum 30 cm. For Small Ponies and VSEs, the measurement may be reduced to 40cm. 2Dec18 BoD: Approve both additions with a reordering in 1.5: Horse yoke or T-bar: the total width including the complete quick releases has to be minimum 60 cm. For Small Ponies and VSEs, the measurement may be reduced to 40cm. When the measurement is taken from the center of the pole head, to include the complete quick releases, it has to be minimum 30 cm. |
| Reason for Change: | Relation to size of animal. These numbers are open to discussion and encourage opinions from the membership. It has been discussed for many years that more realistic dimension ns be used for ponies and VSEs for a safe distance from a vehicle. The smaller yoke requirement is also appropriate to size. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP DR Appendix DR-D Dressage Tests Table Update 19-027
RC#: 19-027
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by DC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Tracey Morgan / DR Chair |
| ADS #: | 13258 |
| Subject: | DR Appendix DR-D Update |
| Rule #: | DR Appendix DR-D Update |
| Current Wording: | Table currently has no mention of where to find Advanced Level FEI Driving Dressage Tests. No mention of second Intermediate Test for Arena Trials. |
| New Wording: | ADVANCED LEVEL FEI Driving Dressage tests can be found at https://inside.fei.org/fei/your-role/organisers/drovomg/dressage-test
ARENA TRIALS Intermediate #1 210 .714 Intermediate #2 230 .652 |
| Reason for Change: | Correct Arena Trials Intermediate Tests and direct readers to FEI website and Driven Dressage Tests |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP DR Appendix DR-A 19-028
RC#: 19-028
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by DC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Tracey Morgan / DR Chair |
| ADS #: | 13258 |
| Subject: | DR Appendix DR-A Delete |
| Rule #: | DR Appendix DR-A |
| Current Wording: | list of abbreviations to be used by judges & scribes |
| New Wording: | Delete Appendix DR-A |
| Reason for Change: | Delete Appendix DR-A that is not needed or utilized. Dressage Judges and Scribes do not use this Appendix. |
| Type of change: | Housekeeping |
RCP DR Correct Appendix DR-C 19-029
RC#: 19-029
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by DC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Tracey Morgan / DR Chair | |
| ADS #: | 13258 | |
| Subject: | DR Correct Appendix DR-C | |
| Rule #: | DR Appendix DR-C | |
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| Reason for Change: | To correct omission of ADT Intermediate #2 and to add information allowing reader to locate all FEI dressage tests on the FEI website. | |
| Type of change: | Housekeeping |
RCP GR 1.8 New Para Athletes Rules Permanent 19-030
RC#: 19-030
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | GR New Para Athletes Rules Permanent |
| Rule #: | GR 1.8 |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: | 1.8.1 Permanent – At ADS-recognized events, Para Athletes with permanent verifiable physical impairments who are capable of independently driving, are encouraged to compete. Dispensation grants are intended to minimize the impact of impairment on the outcome of the competition by ensuring that an Athlete’s impairment is relevant to their performance when driving. Athletes who desire to be granted dispensation during an ADS competition, shall seek a dispensation determination via the USEF or FEI dispensation system prior to submission of their ADS entry. |
| Reason for Change: | Create universal ADS rules for PARA driving |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP GR 1.8 New Para Rules Temporary 19-031
RC#: 19-031
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | GR New Para Athletes Rules Temporary |
| Rule #: | GR 1.8 |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: | 1.8.2 Temporary – At ADS-recognized events, Athletes with temporary verifiable physical impairments who are capable of independently driving, are encouraged to compete. These Athletes who desire to be granted specific temporary dispensation during a single competition shall seek written approval directly from the Organizer before submission of their entry. The written request shall explain the temporary physical condition with medical documentation to justify the need for any of the below list dispensations. All Temporary dispensation requests shall be forwarded by the Organizer to the Ground Jury and Technical Delegated for final review and approval. Only the following dispensations can be granted with a temporary dispensation:The use of Pneumatic tires Another person controlling the whip or brake An extra person or service animal on the vehicle during the Competition Salute with a nod of their head only Ability to inspect the courses with a clearly identified vehicle or bike Not wearing required gloves or special clothing The use of two hands for one handed movementsAll temporary dispensations are only effective for a single competition and are only for a temporary condition that is expect to be resolved within 3 months. No Athlete is allowed to compete with Temporary dispensations for more than one competition. No Athlete shall be allowed to compete with Temporary Dispensations for longer than a 3 month period. |
| Reason for Change: | Create universal ADS rules for PARA driving |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP GR 1.8 New Para Rules Seeking dispensations 19-032
RC#: 19-032
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | GR New Para Athletes Rules Seeking dispensations |
| Rule #: | GR 1.8 |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: | 1.8.3 Seeking dispensations – To seek USEF or FEI dispensation, the Athlete shall comply with the requirements of the USEF or FEI to include USEF or FEI membership, application for dispensation and provide all necessary documentation as requested. All USEF or FEI dispensations shall remain effective for ADS competitions for 5 years after they are issued. |
| Reason for Change: | Create universal ADS rules for PARA driving |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP GR 1.8 New Para Rules Dispensation Required on Entry 19-033
RC#: 19-033
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | GR New Para Rules Dispensation Notice Required on Entry |
| Rule #: | GR 1.8 |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: | 1.8.4 Dispensation Notice Required upon Entry – All relevant details regarding an Athlete’s dispensation, to include the Dispensation certificate from the USEF or FEI listing the required compensating aids, shall be attached to each ADS entry by the Athlete and noted on the entry form. Failure to attach and notify the Organizer on the entry form of the need for the Athlete’s dispensation could result in denial of the dispensation during the competition. See also ADS Rule 1.8 (to be 8.1.8) |
| Reason for Change: | Create universal ADS rules for PARA driving |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP GR 1.8 New Para Rules Dispensation Notice to the Jury 19-034
RC#: 19-034
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | GR New Para Rules Dispensation Notice to the Jury |
| Rule #: | GR 1.8 |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: | 1.8.5 Dispensation Notice to the Jury – The Organizer shall distribute the Athlete’s dispensation(s) to each member of the Jury and attach the information to the written dressage test or any other test required of the Athlete during the competition. |
| Reason for Change: | Create universal ADS rules for PARA driving |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP GR 1.8 New Para Rules Organizer Approval 19-035
RC#: 19-035
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | GR New Para Rules Written approval by Organizer |
| Rule #: | GR 1.8 |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: | 1.8.6 Written approval by Organizer – Upon the ADS entry of an athlete requesting dispensation, the organizer shall acknowledge in writing to the Athlete that the request has been granted or give full disclosure in writing to the Athlete that the dispensation request is not possible. If the Athlete chooses to withdraw from the competition because dispensation is not possible, the Organizer shall provide a complete refund of all fees for the entry. Even with the approval of the Organizer, the Ground Jury and Technical Delegate still retain the right to prohibit any entry that is not capable of driving independently or safely in compliance with the ADS rules and the granted dispensation. |
| Reason for Change: | Create universal ADS rules for PARA driving |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP GR 1.8 New Para Rules Special Dispensations 19-036
RC#: 19-036
Status: Posted 11 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | GR New Para Rules Special Dispensations |
| Rule #: | GR 1.8 |
| Current Wording: | |
| New Wording: | 1.8.7 Special Dispensations – At all ADS competitions, when Athletes are tied to the carriage (as allowed by dispensation,) the Athlete must have an able-bodied person (Groom) on the carriage at all times who is capable of releasing the Athlete in case of emergency. An additional Groom maybe available at ringside and on any course to assist this Athlete. These Grooms may act in case of emergency and this will not be sanctioned as outside assistance.Unless allowed by dispensation, additional able-bodied whips or Grooms are forbidden to assist in rein handling except in an emergency when help must be given in the interest of safety. Assistance by handling the reins at any other time will incur penalty points according to the ADS rules.The event Organizer, the Ground Jury or Technical Delegate have the right to disapprove of unnecessary additional able-bodied persons or Grooms; or to the position of the persons on the vehicle unless specifically granted in the dispensation. |
| Reason for Change: | Create universal ADS rules for PARA driving |
| Type of change: | New |
RCP GR 1.8 Disabilities Notice Required 19-037
RC#: 19-037
Status: Posted 12 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | GR Disabilities Notice Required |
| Rule #: | GR 1.8 |
| Current Wording: | 1.8 Disabilities – Prior to the arrival at the show grounds, competitors are encouraged to advise management of any specific accommodations which may not be accounted for in these rules. Management is encouraged to accommodate these requests wherever possible and to advise the competitor accordingly. These competitors are expected to provide their own equipment and personal support staff necessary to participate and compete. |
| New Wording: | 1.8.8 Prior to the arrival at the show grounds, competitors are |
| 2Dec18 BoD approved Final Wording: Disabilities and Related Dispensations – When submitting entries, competitors should follow the ADS’ Policies and Procedures with respect to any accommodations they require. Management should accommodate these requests and adhere to the procedures set forth in the ADS’ Policies and Procedures. These competitors are expected to provide their own equipment and personal support staff necessary to participate and compete. | |
| Reason for Change: | This is one of the proposed changes for the existing rules to conform with the new proposed PARA rules. See additional submission of the new PARA rules for completeness. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP AC.2.14 Para requirements for Motorized Vehicles 19-038
RC#: 19-038
Status: Posted 12 Jun18, Recommended by ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | AC Para requirements for Motorized Vehicles |
| Rule #: | AC.2.14 |
| Current Wording: | AC.2.14 Motorized Vehicle Notice: At any ADS-recognized event, minors who do not have a valid driver’s license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the jurisdiction in which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized vehicle of any kind (including, but not limited to: golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles) at the event location. Minors who have a valid temporary license or learner permit may operate motorized vehicles only when accompanied by an adult with a valid driver’s license. The parent(s), or legal guardian(s) of a minor operating a motorized vehicle in violation of this rule are solely responsible for any damages, claims, losses or actions resulting from that operation. Violations of this rule will be cause for penalties and/or sanctions against the parent(s), guardian(s) and/ or trainer(s) who are responsible for the child committing the offense. Penalties may include exclusion of the child, parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) from the event location for the remainder of the event. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices for individuals with disabilities are exempt.Note: This notice must be prominently posted prior to the start of any ADS-recognized event. |
| New Wording: | AC.2.14 Motorized Vehicle Notice: At any ADS-recognized event, minors who do not have a valid driver’s license which allows them to operate a motorized vehicle in the jurisdiction in which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized vehicle of any kind (including, but not limited to: golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles) at the event location. Minors who have a valid temporary license or learner permit may operate motorized vehicles only when accompanied by an adult with a valid driver’s license. The parent(s), or legal guardian(s) of a minor operating a motorized vehicle in violation of this rule are solely responsible for any damages, claims, losses or actions resulting from that operation. Violations of this rule will be cause for penalties and/or sanctions against the parent(s), guardian(s) and/ or trainer(s) who are responsible for the child committing the offense. Penalties may include exclusion of the child, parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) from the event location for the remainder of the event. |
| Reason for Change: | This is one of the proposed changes for the existing rules to conform with the new proposed PARA rules. See additional submission of the new PARA rules for completeness. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD.937.2.1 “Para” to replace “disabled” 19-039
RC#: 19-039
Status: Posted 12 Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19 July 18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | CD “Disabled” to be replaced by “Para” |
| Rule #: | CD.937.2.1 |
| Current Wording: | 2.1 Carriages suitable for the disabled Athlete must be used and carriages for PE Singles may be 2 or 4-wheeled. |
| New Wording: | 2.1 Carriages suitable for the or 4-wheeled. |
| Reason for Change: | This is one of the proposed changes for the existing rules to conform with the new proposed PARA rules. See additional submission of the new PARA rules for completeness. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD-940.5 Clarify Para Auxilliary reins 19-040
RC#: 19-040
Status: Posted 12 Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | Clarify permitted auxilliary reins for Para drivers |
| Rule #: | CD-940.5 |
| Current Wording: | 940.5 Auxiliary reins 5.1 Auxiliary reins (including any type of check reins) are not permitted when in harness. At ADS-recognized events for Training division only, side checks may be used at the Driver’s discretion. 5.2 [FEI] Para-Equestrian Driving: driving with a second set of reins or divided reins is not allowed. At ADS-recognized events for Training division only, a second set or divided reins may be used for para-driving athletes. |
| New Wording: | 940.5 Auxiliary reins 5.1 Auxiliary reins (including any type of check reins) are not permitted when in harness. At ADS-recognized events for Training division only, side checks may be used at the Driver’s discretion (Para Athletes see GR-1.8). |
| Reason for Change: | This is one of the proposed changes for the existing rules to conform with the new proposed PARA rules. See additional submission of the new PARA rules for completeness. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD-943.2 “Para” to replace “disabled” 19-041
RC#: 19-041
Status: Posted 12 Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19 July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | Replace “drivers with disabilities” with “Para Athletes” |
| Rule #: | CD-943.2 |
| Current Wording: | 943.2 2.7 No person may be tied to the Carriage in any way during the Competitions. An Athlete may be secured by rope, webbing or belt provided one end is held by a Groom and not wrapped or fastened to the Carriage in any way. Failure to comply will result in Elimination. 2.7.1 AT ADS-RECOGNIZED EVENTS, THE PROVISIONS OF THIS PARAGRAPH DO NOT APPLY. 2.7.2 At ADS-recognized events, a Driver with Disabilities may be attached for support, but must have a method of quick release. |
| New Wording: | 943.2 2.7 No person may be tied to the Carriage in any way during the Competitions. An Athlete may be secured by rope, webbing or belt provided one end is held by a Groom and not wrapped or fastened to the Carriage in any way. Failure to comply will result in Elimination. 2.7.1 AT ADS-RECOGNIZED EVENTS, THE PROVISIONS OF THIS PARAGRAPH DO NOT APPLY. 2.7.2 At ADS-recognized events, a have a method of quick release (see GR-1.8.7). |
| Reason for Change: | This is one of the proposed changes for the existing rules to conform with the new proposed PARA rules. See additional submission of the new PARA rules for completeness. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD-955.5 Judging requirements for Para Athletes 19-042
RC#: 19-042
Status: Posted 12 Jun18, Recommended by CDC & ESC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | Judging requirement for Para Athletes |
| Rule #: | CD-955.5 |
| Current Wording: | 955.5 Athlete 5.2 Para-Equestrian Athletes in able-bodied competitions. Athletes may salute with a nod of their head only. Hats must not be removed at the salute, and contact must be maintained on the reins during the halt and salute. |
| New Wording: | 955.5 Athlete 5.2 Para- |
| Reason for Change: | This is one of the proposed changes for the existing rules to conform with the new proposed PARA rules. See additional submission of the new PARA rules for completeness. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RCP CD-962.3 Para Course Inspection 19-043
RC#: 19-043
Status: Posted 12 Jun18, Recommended by ESC & R with Mods by CDC 19July18
| Name: | Marcie Quist |
| ADS #: | 7910 |
| Subject: | Para Course Inspection |
| Rule #: | CD-962.3 |
| Current Wording: | 962.3 Inspection of the Course by Athletes. 3.5 The Obstacles may only be inspected on foot. No motor vehicles or bicycles may be taken inside any part of an obstacle. Failure to comply will be penalised by the issue of a Warning for the first infringement and a Yellow Warning Card for the second. Athletes with disabilities must obtain dispensation from the Organiser to be exempt from this Article and their vehicles clearly identified. |
| New Wording: | 962.3 Inspection of the Course by Athletes. 3.5 The Obstacles may only be inspected on foot. No motor vehicles or bicycles may be taken inside any part of an obstacle. Failure to comply will be penalised by the issue of a Warning for the first infringement and a Yellow Warning Card for the second. Para Athletes identified (Para Athletes see GR-1.8). |
| Reason for Change: | This is one of the proposed changes for the existing rules to conform with the new proposed PARA rules. See additional submission of the new PARA rules for completeness. |
| Type of change: | Modify |
RC CD 928.2 Marathon Dress (Vests) 19-044
THIS RULE HAS BEEN PASSED BY THE BOD AND GOES INTO EFFECT 1Jan2019.
15Nov17 BOD did not approve , Feb2018 BOD passed this as modified below
New Wording:
2.2 Athletes and Grooms must wear securely fastened Protective Headgear [add: and Protective Vests] [delete: a back protector] in the Marathon [add: or any competition that includes marathon-type obstacles] that is in compliance with the applicable [add: domestic or] international testing standards. Infringement will result in Elimination.
2.3 In addition, failure to wear such Protective Headgear [add: and Protective Vests] [delete: a back protector] where and when required after being notified to do so by an Official, shall result in a Yellow Warning Card being issued to the Athlete.
from Feb BOD meeting: To require protective vests that meet applicable domestic or international standards for everyone participating on a carriage during a marathon or any competition that includes marathon-type obstacles starting January 1, 2019. Junior requirements would be unchanged.
RC#: 18-012
Rule/Article: CD 928.2.2, 2.3, 2.4
Change Type: Modify
Proponent: CD Committee
Status: 31May17 received and posted. Recommended by CDC 25July17. From CDC 25Oct17 for BOD. From CDC 25Oct17 for BOD
Current Wording:
2.2 At ADS-recognized events, the provisions of this paragraph do not apply.
Athletes and Grooms must wear securely fastened Protective Headgear and a back protector in the Marathon that is in compliance with the applicable international testing standards. Infringement will result in Elimination.
2.3 At ADS-recognized events, the provisions of this paragraph do not apply.
In addition, failure to wear such Protective Headgear and back protector where and when required after being notified to do so by an Official, shall result in a Yellow Warning Card being issued to the Athlete.
At ADS-recognized events:
2.4 Protective vests (“back protectors”) and Medical Armbands are strongly recommended.
New Wording:
2.2 Athletes and Grooms must wear securely fastened Protective Headgear and a back protector in the Marathon that is in compliance with the applicable [add:] domestic or international testing standards. Infringement will result in Elimination.
2.3 In addition, failure to wear such Protective Headgear and back protector where and when required after being notified to do so by an Official, shall result in a Yellow Warning Card being issued to the Athlete.
At ADS-recognized events:
2.4 Medical Armbands are strongly recommended.
Reason for Change: Remove exemption for vests requirement on Marathon.
X-RCS GR-5.3 Safety Inspection Required 19-045 WITHDRAWN
RC#: 19-045
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Withdrawn by PDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC, Boots Wright for ESC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Safety Inspection Required |
| Rule #: | GR-5.3 |
| Current Wording: | 5 Responsibilities of Drivers and Officials
5.3 In the case of an accident, the judge or management may require a safety inspection of the |
| New Wording: | 5 Responsibilities of Drivers and Officials 5.3 In the case of an accident, a safety inspection by the TD, Judge or event safety inspector, of the vehicle and/or harness and horse(s) involved before allowing further use at the event is required. |
| Reason for Change: | Common sense in the interest of safety. |
RCP GR-5.2 Condense Text 19-046
RC#: 19-046
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Reccommended by PDC & ESC, R with Mods by CDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC, Boots Wright for ESC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Condense Text |
| Rule #: | GR-5.2 |
| Current Wording: | 5 Responsibilities of Drivers and Officials
5.2 All officials and management should constantly be on the lookout for unsafe actions by any participant or equine or unsafe equipment. Such unsafe actions or failure to correct unsafe equipment may result in elimination or disqualification. The judge must eliminate from a class or competition, or disqualify from an event, any entry with an unsafe vehicle, unruly horse(s) or driver clearly out of control. |
| New Wording: | 5 Responsibilities of Drivers and Officials 5.2 The judge must eliminate from a class or competition, or disqualify from an event, any entry with an unsafe vehicle, unruly horse(s) or driver clearly without sufficient control.19 July 18 CDC request: concept OK, grammar needs rewording. |
| Reason for Change: | Condensing of text without changing the meaning or intent. |
X-RCP GR-2.5 Replace “Management” with “Organizer” 19-047 WITHDRAWN
RC#: 19-047
Status: Posted 15 Jun18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC, Boots Wright for ESC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Replace “Management” with “Organizer” |
| Rule #: | GR-2.5 |
| Current Wording: | 2.5 The term “management” used herein refers to the person(s) responsible for organizing and running the competition |
| New Wording: | 2.5 The term “organizer” used herein refers to the person(s) responsible for organizing and running the competition.
replace “Management” with “Organizer” in all instances in the rulebook |
| Reason for Change: | Consistency |
RCP PD-202 Organizers May Tailor Events 19-048
RC#: 19-048
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Recommended by PDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Organizers May Tailor Events |
| Rule #: | PD-202 |
| Current Wording: | 202 Name of Class
If show management wishes to offer a class described in the ADS Rulebook, the class must be conducted as stated. If management wishes to alter a class to fit “house rules” they must change the name of the class to avoid confusing it with ADS Rulebook class specifications. Such classes should be clearly explained in the ADS Omnibus and must include the “house rules” and judging criteria. In any case these conditions should conform to the spirit and intent of the ADS general rules for safety, conduct and cruelty. 202.1 Organizers wishing to present both pleasure driving and combined driving at the same event may do so only if the disciplines are run as two separate competitions. Horses may not compete in both a Pleasure Driving Show and a Combined Driving Event conducted concurrently at the same venue. 202.2 Driven Dressage, Arena Driving and Two-Phase competitions may be presented concurrently with pleasure driving. Horses may compete in both competitions at management’s discretion |
| New Wording: | Classes described in the ADS Rulebook must be conducted as stated. If the Organizer wishes to alter a class to fit “house rules”, the name of the class must be different than the name in the rulebook to avoid confusion with ADS Rulebook class specifications. Such classes should be clearly explained in the ADS Omnibus and must include the “house rules” and judging criteria. House Rule classes must be approved by the Technical Delegate. These conditions should conform to the spirit and intent of the ADS general rules for safety, conduct and cruelty.
202.1 Pleasure driving and combined driving competitions may be offered at the same event. 202.2 (DELETE) |
| Reason for Change: | To provide organizers greater flexibility in tailoring their events to help grow the driving sport. 202.2 is deleted because it is not necessary to say what is *permitted*, only what is not allowed |
RCP PD-204.3 Clarify final placings determination 19-049
RC#: 19-049
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Recommended by PDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Clarify final placings determination |
| Rule #: | PD-204.3 |
| Current Wording: | 204.3 Management has the option to have final placings determined by working off the leaders of each section or by awarding duplicate ribbons and/or trophies for each section as if they were a separate classes. |
| New Wording: | 204.3 The Organizer has the option to have final placings determined by working off the leaders of each section of split classes or by awarding duplicate ribbons and/or trophies for each section as if they were separate classes. |
| Reason for Change: | Clarification and to fix typo |
RCP PD-206.1 Organizer discretion on marathon vehicles 19-050
RC#: 19-050
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Recommended by PDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Organizer discretion on marathon vehicles |
| Rule #: | PD-206.1 |
| Current Wording: | 206.1 Management may restrict Combined Driving marathon vehicles from participation in Pleasure Driving competitions. |
| New Wording: | 206.1 Combined Driving marathon type vehicles are allowed only at the discretion of the Organizer as published in the Omnibus. |
| Reason for Change: | Clarity |
RCP PD-203.1 Judge Approves Vehicle Substitution 19-051
RC#: 19-051
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Recommended by PDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Judge Approves Vehicle Substitution |
| Rule #: | PD-203.1 |
| Current Wording: | 203.1 Unless otherwise specified in the Omnibus, an entry is defined as a combination of horse(s), vehicle and driver and must be assigned a specific entry number. In the event that a vehicle is disabled or judged unsafe to start or continue, management may authorize the substitution of another vehicle without issuing a new number. |
| New Wording: | 203.1 Unless otherwise specified in the Omnibus, an entry is defined as a combination of horse(s), vehicle and driver and must be assigned a specific entry number. In the event that a vehicle is disabled or judged unsafe to start or continue, the substitution of another vehicle must be approved by a judge. A new entry number must be issued if requested by the judge. |
| Reason for Change: | It is important that the substituted vehicle be of similar type if possible as the others in the class to maintain the fairness of the competition. |
RCP PD-205.2 Organizer invokes time limit 19-052
RC#: 19-052
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Recommended by PDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Organizer Invokes Time Limit |
| Rule #: | PD-205.2 |
| Current Wording: | 205.2 The driver must be prepared to enter the ring or obstacle course area when his/her class is called. After a reasonable wait, management may announce that a one minute time limit will be invoked. When the appropriate time has elapsed the gate or course will be closed and any entry not in the ring or at the course start will be excluded from the class. Management may give permission for the class to be held for an entry which requires an equipment change. |
| New Wording: | 205.2 The driver must be prepared to enter the ring or obstacle course area when his/her class is called. After a reasonable wait, the Organizer may announce that a one minute time limit will be invoked. When the appropriate time has elapsed, the gate or course will be closed and any entry not in the ring or at the course start will be excluded from the class. The Organizer may delay the start of any class for any reason. |
| Reason for Change: | The Organizer should have this flexibility. |
RCP PD-239.2 Replace “Markers” with “Cones” 19-053
RC#: 19-053
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Recommended by PDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Replace “Markers” with “Cones” |
| Rule #: | PD-239.2 |
| Current Wording: | 239.2 On markers with perpendicular sides, adjustment for the widest part of the vehicle at the highest part of the marker may be made. |
| New Wording: | 239.2 On cones with perpendicular sides, adjustment for the widest part of the vehicle at the highest part of the cone may be made. . |
| Reason for Change: | Clarification |
RCP PD-239.3 Remove Unnecessary Instruction 19-054
RC#: 19-054
Status: Posted 15 Jun18, Recommended by PDC 19July18
| Name: | Jeff Morse for PDC |
| ADS #: | 4667 |
| Subject: | Remove Unnecessary Instruction |
| Rule #: | PD-239.3 |
| Current Wording: | 239.3 Care should be taken when numbers are placed to ensure that the numbers do not protrude inside the markers where they might be disturbed without hitting the obstacle itself. |
| New Wording: | Delete |
| Reason for Change: | Unnecessary in the rulebook. This is a course designer instruction, not a rule. |