PRE-RACE BRIEFING 10 th APRIL 2010

1. PRE-RACE BRIEFING10th APRIL 2010

2. CATEGORY PROGRAMMES OPEN NOVICE SMU 30 KM DISTANCE

3. DISCIPLINES PROGRAMMES

4. KEY TIMING PROGRAMMES

5. REPORTING LOCATION PROGRAMMES Meeting venue: Changi Village (opposite Changi Water Venture)

6. REGISTRATION PROCEDURES PROGRAMMES

7. RACE PACK ITEMS PROGRAMMES

8. ATTIRE PROGRAMMES • In Additional: • Attach the race bib to the front of your race t-shirt • Waterproofed backpack

9. STATION IDENTITY PROGRAMMES Look out for similar tent at each station.

10. STATION MASTERS PROGRAMMES

11. STATION MASTERS PROGRAMMES

12. STATION MASTERS PROGRAMMES

13. RULES AND REGULATIONS PROGRAMMES • Start and finish as a team • Teams must travel only on the designated race course, except for Navigation • Race must be completed by going through all checkpoints in the correct sequence. Should team miss a component (ie. Kayaking, Skating etc) they must back-track to the missed check point • Official Race Card -> must be stamped/signed in and out at all checkpoints • Briefings conducted, be it of programmes nature or safety purposes, must be strongly adhered to

14. VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWAL PROCEDURE PROGRAMMES

15. CUT-OFF TIME PROGRAMMES

16. AFTER RACE PROGRAMMES • End point: • Reporting • (all 4 members are to report to end point station together) • Collect goodie bag • Collect deposit-bag with Bag Tag • Prize Giving: 4pm

17. RACE RANKING PROGRAMMES

18. TEAMS’ TIMING PROGRAMMES Top 3 teams per category will be release on the same day. The rest of the teams’ timing will be release on the website within 2 weeks after the event.

19. BOTTLENECK PROGRAMMES • First-come-first-serve basis • Waiting Time • Up to discretion of Checkpoint ICs to allocate waiting times in the event of bottlenecks • Checkpoint ICs will sign over the amount of stop time given on the passport • Indicated in Official Race Card

20. WET WEATHER PROGRAMMES • Time freeze • Participants have to make their way to the next Checkpoint OR Wet Weather Checkpoint to wait for further instructions from officials • If the weather improve, race will resume • If bad weather persists, and no team has completed the race, all prizes will be donated to a charity of our choice.

21. LOSS OF EQUIPMENT PROGRAMMES In the event that any of the equipment provided are lost/ damaged, participants are liable for the replacement/ repair of equipment.

22. PRE-RACE PREPARATION SAFETY • MEDICAL CONDITIONS • Report any medical conditions or drug allergies • Serious medical condition requires doctor's letter • Bring along medication as advised by your doctor • Fill in medical condition slip and bring it to the race

23. PRE-RACE PREPARATION SAFETY Safety Guidelines • Adequate rest prior to the race • Hydrate yourself regularly the day before the race, drink more if carbo-loading • Report any new, relevant information (ie injuries, medical conditions etc) • Inform your Next-of-Kin of this race

24. PRE-RACE PREPARATION SAFETY Nutrition • Carbo-loading: Debunking the myth • http://www.tri-ecoach.com/art36.htm • Practise eating while exercising • Good Food to eat on the go: Energy bars, gels, sandwich, sports drink • Energy Drink vs Sports Drink

25. PRE-RACE PREPARATION CHECKLIST SAFETY

26. PACKING LIST SAFETY Food/ Energy bar/ Power gel Water bottles/ Hydration bags min 500ml) First-aid Kit (optional) Sunblock (optional) Medication (if any) Advisable: backpacks

27. WET WEATHER SAFETY • Before start of race: • Flag off will be postponed up to an hour max • If you wish to check the weather status, please call the safety ICs • During the race: • Go to the nearest station; await further instructions from the station ICs

28. RACE GUIDELINE SAFETY • Watch out for your own safety and those around you • The Organizing Committee reserves the right to stop, impose penalty or disqualify any individuals or teams that act in a manner putting themselves or others at risk • The Organizing Committee can also impose on a mandatory rest period for any team who they deem are not in a condition to carry on the race

29. RACE GUIDELINE SAFETY • Stay together with your team • Do not deviate from route • Drink and eat regularly throughout the race • Wear covered shoes at all times • Observe traffic rules

30. RACE GUIDELINE SAFETY • If you feel unwell, sound out to any helpers along the way • Safety team personnel are available at all stations • Water Points will be available along the racer route • 1st aid kits will be available at every station • Incident Reporting Flowchart

31. SAFETY COVERAGE SAFETY • Ambulances • 3rd Party Liability Insurance • Safety Cars with First Aid trained medics • Powerboats • Safety Kayaks

32. SAFETY (BIKING) SAFETY • Check if bike is in good working condition before embarking on journey • Ride at your comfortable speed, do not be pressured by other participants • Keep a safety distance from other bikers • Do not overtake if route is too narrow • Take extra care when riding on uneven or wet surfaces

33. SAFETY (KAYAKING) SAFETY • Check if kayak and paddles are in good condition • Ensure life-vest is working • Ensure life-vest is safely fastened before entering the kayak • Keep a safety distance from other sea users (windsurfers, power boats, swimmers) • Shout for ‘help’ in the event of an incident

34. SAFETY (SKATING) SAFETY • Check if skates are in working condition • Ensure elbow, knee and wrist guard are securely fastened before skating • Skate at you comfortable speed • Keep a safe distance from other park users • Do not overtake if route is too narrow • Take extra care when skating on uneven or wet surfaces

35. SAFETY (NAVIGATION) SAFETY • Do not jaywalk, always use pedestrian crossing, overhead bridges • Do not trespass in forbidden areas • Take extra care when travelling on uneven/wet surfaces • Contact safety team should any incident happens

36. CONTACTS SAFETY In case of getting lost or meeting a serious accident? • For major incidents or withdrawal?