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WORLD BENCHREST SHOOTING FEDERATION
CHAMPIONSHIP MANUAL 1
WORLD
BENCHREST SHOOTING
FEDERATION
CHAMPIONSHIP
MANUAL
Version 2 up dated 11.8.2011
WORLD BENCHREST SHOOTING FEDERATION
CHAMPIONSHIP MANUAL 2
CONTENTS
SECTION 1 APPLICATION TO HOST CHAMPIONSHIP
SECTION 2 APPROVED COUNTRIES / ASSOCIATIONS
SECTION 3 ORGANISING COMMITTEE
SECTION 4 PLANNING
SECTION 5 PERSONNEL
SECTION 6 ADMINISTRATION
SECTION 7 CEREMONIES AND FUNCTIONS
SECTION 8 TARGET SUPPLIES AND RELOADING
SECTION 9 TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SECTION 10 CONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
APPENDIX A AGENDA - TECHNICAL MEETING
APPENDIX B RECORDS
APPENDIX C PARTICIPATION NUMBERS
APPENDIX D EQUIPMENT TESTING
APPENDIX E PRE-CHAMPIONSHIP INSPECTION LIST
APPENDIX F CONTACT LIST
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MISSION STATEMENT
It shall be the mission of the
World Benchrest Shooting Federation
to assist the establishment of competitive
Benchrest Target Shooting in all countries
and to assist member Associations facilitate the holding
of Biennial World Championships.
Objectives
The following objectives are the agreed direction and purpose of the World
Benchrest Shooting Federation, and all events within their jurisdiction should
follow the spirit of these objectives. It is expected that all competitors and
officials will equally respect these objectives.
Objective 1: Promote the sports shooting discipline of Benchrest on an
International level
Objective 2: Development of standardised rules so all countries can compete
on an equal basis.
Objective 3: To provide fellowship amongst the Benchrest shooting
community for the benefit of all.
Objective 4: To provide a forum for the exchange of thoughts and ideas on
sports shooting accuracy related subjects at an international level.
Objective 5: Establish a set of World Records that pertain to and only can be
competed for at World Benchrest Shooting Championships and other events,
sanctioned by the International Delegates Committee.
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INTRODUCTION Purpose of this Manual
This Manual should be read in conjunction with the World Benchrest Shooting
Federation Rule Book. This Manual and the Rule Book has been developed and
approved by the International Delegates to the World Championships in
Benchrest Target Shooting to assist future administrators in the preparation for,
and the conduct of, the World Benchrest Shooting Championships.
These are not seen as exhaustive documents, but rather as ones that can be
developed, improved and expanded as the experience grows within the sport.
Future administrators are encouraged to undertake regular reviews of the
procedures to ensure they are current and relevant.
From the practical experience of those closely associated with the delivery of
previous championships, it is fully appreciated that the depth of knowledge and
the time commitment necessary to administer such an event is extensive. We
urge that this not be underestimated, and it is firmly recommended that a core
Organising Committee be established a minimum of two years ahead, with a
chairperson experienced in the international scene.
The importance of the event to the competitors should also not be
underestimated, and as such, we owe it to all participants to conduct the event in
a manner consistent with their expectations. Attention is also drawn to the
invaluable role of the many volunteers necessary to conduct these
championships. It is vital their contribution not be forgotten. If we strive for a
partnership between all participants, be they competitors, technical staff or range
volunteers, we can conduct an event equal to any on the worldwide shooting
scene.
Expansion of the number of countries competing at the World Championships is
a priority. Every endeavour must be made to encourage the sport of shooting in
our area of influence.
The Delegates Committee wishes to formally recognise the role played by the
National Bench Rest Shooting Association (USA) in the steps taken to initially
establish the International aspect of our sport, on whose Rules and By-laws we
have used as the basis of our own Rules. We also acknowledge those “fathers”
of the Championship, namely Mr Walt Berger, Mr Herve du Plessis and Mr Skip
Gordon. We are all indebted to your foresight in establishing our sport on the
International scene.
Graeme J Smith
President - Delegates Committee 2003
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Section 1 Application to Host World Benchrest Championship
1.1 Eligibility to Apply.
All member countries are eligible to apply to host the World Benchrest
Championships. 1.2 Notification of Application.
Countries are to notify the Delegates Conference, at least four years ahead, of
their intention to apply to conduct the championship.
1.3 Bidding Information.
Countries bidding for future World Championships are required to provide to the
Secretary preliminary detail of their bid, three months prior to the holding of the
Delegates Conference, to enable distribution to member countries. Failure to do
so could result in such bids being unacceptable. This information to include
range size, number of benches and relay arrangements. 1.4 Allocation of World Championships
The Delegates Conference will allocate by ballot, the holding of the World
Championships four years in advance.
Section 2 Approved Countries / Organisations
The following organisations are recognised (as at 1.8.2011): United States of America National Benchrest Shooters Association
Australia Sporting Shooters Association of Australia
New Zealand New Zealand Shooting Federation
France Federation Francaise De Tir
Sweden Swedish Benchrest Shooters Association
Finland Finnish Shooting Association - Benchrest Shooting Section
Great Britain United Kingdom Benchrest Association
Austria Osterreichischer Benchrest Schutzenverein
Italy Italian Benchrest Shooting Association
Luxembourgh F.L.T.A.S.
Namibia Namibian Benchrest Association
Germany Deutscher Benchrest Verband e.V.
South Africa South African Benchrest Shooting Association
Spain Federacion Espanola Tiro Olympico
Canada Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters.
Japan Japan Benchrest Shooting Association
Norway Norwegian Benchrest Association
Russia National Shooting Federation of Precision Shooting.
The Netherlands Dutch Benchrest Shooters Association
Argentina Tiro Federal Argentino (tiro@TFABA.com)
Indonesia Pengda Perbakin Surabaya
Philippines Philippines Benchrest Shooting Assocaition
Czech Republic Czech Benchrest Association
Ireland National Rifle Association of Ireland
Monaco Federation Monegasque de tir
Belgium Royal Belgian Shooting Sports Federation
Malta Association of Arms Collectors and Target Shooters
Zimbabwe
Columbia
Ukraine
Bolivia.
Other contacts:
Iceland Skotfelag Reykjavikur
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Section 3 Organising Committee 3.1 Formation of Organising Committee.
The most critical issue to be faced by a host association is the formation of an
Organising Committee that has the desire and knowledge to meet the objectives
of conducting a championship that meets the expectations of the Delegates
Committee and the competitors.
The appointment of a Chairperson and Management Team requires careful
consideration. 3.2 Organisational Plan and Function Descriptions
It is for each country to design its own administrative structure. The following
may be a helpful guide. 3.3 Organisation Plan.
WBSF Delegates Committee
Host Country / Association
Championship Director
Range Championship International Secretary Treasurer
Director Manager Co-ordinator
3.4. Terms of Reference.
Delegates Committee. The Delegates Committee is the governing body and
grants the rights to a national body to run the World Bench Rest Championships
on its behalf.
Host Shooting Association. The Host Association is granted the right to run the
World Benchrest Shooting Championships on behalf of the Delegates
Committee and is responsible to that countries national body for their
effectiveness and success. 3.5 Championship Director.
Appointed by the Association to direct the running of the championships. The
Director will chair the championship organising committee and has overall
responsibility for the management of the championships including the approval
of all expenditure. 3.6 Championship Manager.
The Championship Manager is responsible for the co-ordination and
management of all activities required to run the championship other than the "on
range" activities.
These responsibilities include:
Accommodation.
Transportation.
Medals and Trophies.
Import / Export of firearms.
Communications.
Opening / Closing Ceremonies and other official meetings.
Award Ceremonies.
Coordination and arrangements for media and publicity.
Set up of administrative facilities.
Set up of results service.
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Coordination of all official guests.
3.7 Championship Secretary.
The Championship Secretary is responsible for all internal communications
relating to the championships, and for arranging and documenting organising
committee meetings.
These responsibilities include:
Sending invitations to all member countries, in accordance with the agreed
time - line
Keeping all participating Countries/Associations informed of progress and
status of championship preparations.
Receiving and responding to queries from associations and countries.
Receiving and managing the entries according to time – line.
Coordinating with the Championship Manager on accommodation bookings.
Airport Reception Co-ordination.
Ensure that all queries and requests for assistance from team management
are received, handled or referred.
Ensure that there is a process in place to receive all payments for
accommodation, supplies and souvenirs if required.
Maintain accounting records, balance and account for all monies received
and paid.
Receive, record, collate and publish all results and verify medal winners.
Prepare and distribute team and competitive packs.
Manage team and competitor registrations and receive registration fees. 3.8 Range Director.
The Range Director is responsible for all "on range" matters relating to the
conduct of events. These responsibilities include:
Ensure range availability and necessary developments are completed.
Arranging and scheduling the staff for the events.
Developing budget for operations and managing costs to these budgets.
Gaining approval from the organising committee, through the Championship
Manager, for any work or expenditure which may require Host Association
or championship funds.
Ensuring that all facilities are up to international standards.
Ensuring that all equipment is operational and sufficient back-up available in
case of difficulties during events.
Ordering of all targets and supplies for the championship.
Provision of toilet facilities for men and women.
Provision of target security/delivery to the scoring office for marking and
recording.
Ensuring that access to the facilities is maintained as required.
Ensuring security of the facilities.
Ensuring provision of suitable security for firearms and equipment.
3.9 International Co-ordinator
The International Co-ordinator, in conjunction with the Championship Secretary,
is responsible for all “external” communications, ensuring all invited
associations are fully briefed on the championship. The Time-Line should be
consulted to ensure timely distribution of information.
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Section 4 Planning. The following time line has been established to enable the Delegates Committee
to monitor that preparations for the championship are on schedule. Applicants
are required to conform to this schedule. 4.1 Four Years Pre - Competition.
Allocation of country and venue. 4.2 Three years Pre - Competition.
Formal confirmation sent to the member countries.
of events to be conducted.
approximate dates of championship. 4.3 Two years Pre - Competition.
Submit to the Delegates Committee at the preceding World Championships:
Draft programme and dates of competition.
Estimated entry fees.
Accommodation arrangements.
Final detail of competition technical information.
other information of interest. 4.4 Twelve Months Pre - Competition.
Send invitation to member countries for preliminary entries. 4.5 Nine Months Pre - Competition.
Member countries to advise preliminary entries by numbers including additional
Team or Individual entry if required to maximum of 12.
Member countries to advise preliminary accommodation and transport
requirements.
Host association to confirm acceptance of entry levels proposed by countries.
Host Association to confirm accommodation / transport options. 4.5 Six Months Pre - Competition.
Closing date for preliminary entries by number of competitors and teams by
member countries together with payment of full entry fees which are not
refundable.
Countries to confirm accommodation / transport requirements. 4.6 Three Months Pre - Competition.
Closing date of final entry of competitors by name and team allocation.
Receive final accommodation requirements. The host country may consider a
partial refund (50%) should exceptional circumstance exist. (The Delegates
Committee considers such circumstances to be competitor illness supported by
medical certification, competitor death or family circumstances making
participation impossible. In the event of dispute, the matter will be considered
and decision provided by the Delegates Committee.)
In such circumstances a replacement competitor may be entered at no penalty. 4.7 Late Payment of entry fees:
Countries not submitting entry fees before the deadline, will not receive
automatic entry to the championship, but will only be considered should
sufficient space be available after all fully paid countries are accommodated. 4.8 Two Days Prior.
Practise Day
Technical Meeting. 4.9 One Day Prior.
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Official Practice Day.
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Section 5 Personnel
5.1 Volunteers.
The championship will not operate without the input of a number of volunteers.
Therefore a particular effort should be made to ensure that their services are
recognised in a proper manner.
Such acknowledgment will be limited by budgetary constraints, but history
shows this does not need to be extensive. It is important an effort is made
however. It is suggested that a "Certificate of Participation" be produced for
voluntary staff.
In addition it may be possible to provide a commemorative badge and should
same be available, a championship T shirt or cap.
Many of the volunteers have special skills that are vital to the sport and their
continued support must be maintained. 5.2 Disabled Access.
Consideration needs be given on all sites to ensure the obligations for disabled
access are met. 5.3 Volunteer Refreshments.
It is important that adequate advise is provided to all volunteers as to the level
and location of refreshments that will be provided to them. It is required that, as
a minimum, tea and coffee are provided for in the budget.
If lunches are not provided to the volunteers, then an ordering system must be
arranged, particularly for those who are in areas such as Target Control. The
workload often requires long hours of attendance and their needs must be
addressed. 5.4 Personal Identification
A system of personal identification should be provided for all those involved in
the championship. Each group of participants i.e. competitors, organising
committee, technical official, range volunteers should be colour coded to enable
appropriate identification and access where necessary. The system does not need
to be elaborate or expensive. Coloured card, appropriately named and identified,
heat sealed and able to be pinned to clothing is all that is necessary. 5.5 Staff Identification
It is necessary to establish a method of operational staff identification to ensure
clear definition of role and reduce confusion.
General range volunteers - recommended a distinctive Cap be provided.
Range Officers - A bright coloured jerkin or top be provided.
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Section 6 Administration
6.1 Administration Office.
There will be a need to establish a centralised administration office.
THE WORKLOAD SHOULD NOT BE UNDERESTIMATED. This area will be the overall operations centre. Inquires from team management,
in particular from guests, will be heavy until, such time as they become
accustomed to the way our championship is conducted. 6.2 Official Programme.
A programme of events including names of competitors together with any
relevant administrative information should be supplied to all competitors, team,
technical officials and volunteers as necessary. 6.3 Accommodation.
It is recommended that accommodation options are provided to countries in
briefing information provided to the Delegates Committee. Medium priced
Hotel/Motel type accommodation of a reasonable standard is all that is required
for most competitors and officials.
Final information should be provided to participant countries when preliminary
entries are sought 9 months pre-competition, together with details of when and to
whom payment is required and the methods of payment that is acceptable. 6.4 Publicity.
Every endeavour should be made to achieve maximum exposure for our sport in
the media. The early appointment of a media liaison person should be arranged
as a specialist position, preferably a person with knowledge and skill in this area.
Television may need as much as 12 months notice if they are to programme the
event into their schedule. 6.5 Rest Area Cover
Should adequate permanent facilities not be available, consideration needs to be
given to the availability of covered areas for rest during wait times for
competition. 6.6 Water / Refreshments.
The provision of adequate facilities to enable competitors to secure refreshments
is required. The consumption of water is usually at high levels and chilled or
bottled water should be available. The provision of complimentary tea and
coffee is recommended. 6.7 Range Parking.
An evaluation needs to be undertaken at all sites as to the availability of
adequate parking, bearing in mind that most competitors will be travelling in hire
- vans. The requirement could be extensive at some venues.
Special thought needs to be given to the volunteers, in particular those who are
not young in years but are giving long hours to assist the championship.
Their needs may override that of the competitors. 6.8 Range Emergency Access.
Particular attention is needed to access / egress for emergency purposes. 6.9 Range Directions / Signage.
Thought should be given to appropriate roadside signage to direct traffic and
develop further interest in the championship. Care needs to be taken not to
exceed local authority by-laws.
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6.10 Communications.
The availability of adequate communication systems must be considered. The
range should be equipped with at least one telephone. (Cellular phones are
acceptable if there is no alternative). 6.11 Flags and Flag Poles.
To ensure the championship assumes an international flavour, it is important to
ensure participant country flags are flown at the venue used in the championship.
The number of flag poles need to be considered with one per country preferred. 6.12 Gunsmith Services.
Although not necessary to have a gunsmith on site, arrangements should be
made to have local expertise on call, or access to suitable facilities.
This information should be advised in the competitor packs. 6.13 Transport.
Availability of charter buses, hire vans, cars etc should be negotiated with a local
company at an early date and preliminary requirements sought from member and
guest associations. Hotels providing accommodation may be prepared to provide
a courtesy service, or provide discounted travel. 6.14 Drivers.
It should not be assumed that overseas guests can drive their own vehicles. They
may not have suitable drivers and in addition may have little local language. 6.15 Interpreters.
An interpretation service may be necessary. Approaches to local language
students could be a most welcome opportunity to exchange skills. 6.16 Competitor Packs.
Competitor packs are a useful method of delivering a variety of event and tourist
material, together with any sponsor products etc. It is further suggested that full
details of any marketed products and prices are provided within the packs to
ensure everyone is fully aware of availability and where they can be obtained.
Such packs should be supplied to all competitors, team and technical officials as
they register on arrival. 6.17 Range catering requirements
The availability of suitable food and refreshments at the range facilities needs
careful study. Dependant on accommodation arrangements, it is likely that
substantial supplies of lunches and other refreshments will be required. 6.18 Marketing Opportunities.
Considerable opportunities exist to market a variety of goods and apparel
associated with the championship. Items such as sweatshirts, T shirts, badges etc
are usually in demand from those participating. A limited supply of other
souvenirs are equally marketable. 6.19 Trade Displays.
Consideration should be given to providing the opportunity for trade displays
relevant to the sport, where possible promoting items that are developed,
manufactured or unique to the sport of bench rest. 6.20 Currency Exchange.
Information should be provided in competitor packs, on currency exchange
arrangements including local and convenient locations to undertake such
transactions. 6.21 Medical Treatment
Medical assistance is not necessarily required on site, however detail of
emergency services or doctors on duty should be widely available.
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6.22 Insurance Implications
Tournament: Organising Committee need to consider the implications of
Insurance claims for damage or negligence that may occur as part of the
operation of the championship.
Personal: Teams visiting the championship should be advised of their obligations
to ensure adequate personal travel insurance is obtained prior to departure from
their home country. 6.23 Freight Reception
The appointment of an Individual or system is required, to ease the process of
teams forward sending equipment to the championships. Such arrangements
need to be advised when preliminary entry information is sought from the
member countries 6.24 Visa Requirements.
Full information needs to be supplied by the Organising Committee to member
Countries/Associations as to the Visa requirements necessary for participants to
enter the host country. 6.25 Import / Export Requirements.
With the changing scene on firearms, the movement of the necessary equipment
for competition needs particular care and attention.
Little difficulty should be experienced however, providing early consultation
with the appropriate authorities are undertake well in advance.
It is recommended:
Twelve months prior to competition, direct consultation is held with the local
authorities to establish the precise requirements on the import, storage and
export of firearms.
Known requirements are to be advised to all countries at the time of seeking
preliminary entries. Prior to arrival in the country, participants should
receive final information on the procedures to be followed on arrival and
departure.
This information should include:
Whether they will be welcomed at the airport.
Details of firearm clearance / permits and whether specific delivery and storage arrangements are required.
Transport arrangements. Establishment of a centralised storage facility should be included in the plan
of arrangements. Local firearm legislation needs to be considered.
The following services should be considered if local regulations require the
Organising Committee to secure firearms for the Championship period.
Reception at airport, assistance with licensing details and transport of
firearms to secure facility.
Management and secure of the facility for the full period of the
championship.
Disbursement of the firearms at the end of competition needs planning as
many flights out of the host country could leave early. The additional time
requirements to clear the firearms with the authorities prior to departure may
require special attention. SPECIAL NOTE: Participant Federations equally should not ignore the changing scene in their home country regarding
the export and re-import of firearms and equipment.
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SECTION 7 Ceremonies and Functions
7.1 Medal Ceremonies.
It is for the organising committee to arrange the style and venue for medal
ceremonies to suit their own occasion. This would normally be held as part of an
overall closing / social function. 7.2 Opening Ceremony.
An opening ceremony is an excellent opportunity to promote the sport in front of
invited guests, and equally sets the stage for competition. It is suggested that
early consideration be given to a list of guest speakers who are important to the
sport. Politicians, City Officials etc. often need to be booked several months in
advance.
It is normal practise, that such an event would be staged on the opening morning
of the competition however alternative options could be explored. The style and
content of the ceremony is at the discretion of the host association. 7.3 Closing Ceremony.
The style and format of a closing ceremony / function should also be considered.
It is generally recognised that a semi-formal function should be arranged.
It is recommended that during this function, the teams from each country should
be presented to the function as an acknowledgment of their participation. 7.4 Other Functions
Any additional functions are at the discretion of the Organising Committee. 7.5 Meetings
Meetings are required as follows:
Technical Meeting: This to be held at the range, if a suitable venue is available,
at least 24 hours before the commencement of competition.
The purpose of the meeting is to ensure critical staff and Team Officials are
briefed on final arrangements for the Championship, and to deal with any
particular concerns.
The following are required to attend:
All Delegation Leaders and Interpreters as required.
All Technical Staff.
Other Team Officials/Coaches – optional.
See Appendix A for Agenda.
(Note: This meeting is not designed for competitors.)
WBSF Delegates Conference:
This meeting is usually held about midway through the Championship. This
should be planned to be away from the range at an easily accessible venue.
(Team Accommodation or similar).
This should not be planned to commence before 7.30pm.
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SECTION 8 TARGET SUPPLIES and RELOADING
8.1 Target Supplies.
An early assessment and ordering of approved targets should be undertaken.
The approved targets for the Championship are the WBSF 100,200 and 300
yd/m Targets or local print to the same design and colour approved by the
WBSF Delegates Committee. If purchasing targets from outside the country,
shipping time delays need to be considered. 8.2 Local Target print.
If a local print of targets is to be used, a sample of five of each target size is to be
used is to be submitted to the Federation Secretary for approval at least three
months prior to the Championship. 8.3 Ammunition and Reloading Powder Sales.
The availability of primers and reloading powders types, including pricing,
should be advised to countries as they seek entry. The carriage of powder and
primers is illegal on airlines and therefore teams are reliant on the local supply.
Sufficient quantities must be available to satisfy all reasonable requests.
Section 9 Technical Information
9.1 Sample Bench Rotation information:
Example - 25 Bench Range
9.1.a Two bench rotation:
Day One Day Two Day Three Day Four Day Five
Relay W/up 1 6 11 16 21
One 13 18 23 3 8 Two 1 6 11 16 21
Three 13 18 23 3 8
Four 1 6 11 16 21
Five 13 18 23 3 8
9.1.b Five Bench Rotation W/up 1 6 11 16 21
One 1 6 11 16 21
Two 6 11 16 21 1
Three 11 16 21 1 6
Four 16 21 1 6 11
Five 21 1 6 11 16
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Section 10 CONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
10.1 It is part of the mission of the World Benchrest Shooting Federation to
encourage the holding of Continental Championships to provide a secondary
level of International Competition.
10.2 Championships have been approved in the following regions and will be
subject to further development as the sport sees fit.
European Championship
African Championship
South Pacific Championship
10.3 Each region is to establish its own championship arrangements in
consultation with all members located in that region.
This may be by way of a Regional Sub-Committee of the WBSF or as a
separate entity, however same must be registered and approved by the WBSF
as an approved body to conduct events in the name of the WBSF. Proposed
Championship program and procedures are to be submitted to the WBSF in
accordance with 10.6.for the purpose of ensuring open democratic procedures
are followed.
10.4 The events to be held, location, appointment of officials, bidding
arrangements, voting procedures etc will be at the discretion of each
organising committee..
10.5 Entry to these championships is to be open to all member countries of the
WBSF, however should a Teams Competition be held, this will be restricted
to the countries who are part of that region.
10.6 All events to be held are to be advised to the WBSF in adequate time (at least
12 months ahead) to ensure that all member countries can be informed.
10.7 Each regional championship should provide a report on its activities and
future developments to the WBSF Delegates Committee meeting on each
occasion that it meets.
10.8 Each region is able to establish its own records that can be competed for
within its region.
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Appendix A
AGENDA
TECHNICAL MEETING
OFFICIAL WELCOME
Item 1 Welcome to delegates
Item 2 Introduction of senior operating personnel.
Item 3 Introduction any new countries
CHAMPIONSHIP SECRETARY
Item 1 Advice on Operations Office and hours attended.
Item 2 Confirmation of official Information Board of Organising
Committee for posting of notices, results etc.
Item 3 Marketing souvenirs etc.
Item 4 Photographer arrangements.
Item 5 Opening and Closing Ceremonies
Item 6 Medal Ceremonies and Medal Distribution
Item 7 Official / informal functions,
Item 8 Practise arrangements and fees.
CHAMPIONSHIP MANAGER
Item 1 Advise on Equipment Control arrangements and times.
Item 2 Confirmation of programme of events
Item 3 Confirmation on start times.
Item 4 Confirmation of bench allocation and rotation.
Item 5 Confirmation of target posting and result distribution.
Item 6 Confirmation of protest procedures and fees.
Item 7 Confirmation of Protest Committee
Item 8 Reminder – Crossfire Procedures
Item 9 Armoury arrangements and/or range security.
Item 10 Range parking.
Item 9 Other range information.
GENERAL ITEMS
QUESTION AND ANSWER.
Append A Form 1
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Delegates Committee Meeting
Agenda
Welcome by President.
Apologies
Minutes of previous meeting
Business arising from previous meeting.
Presentation Financial Accounts
President Bi-Annual report to Delegates.
Presentation - New Country Memberships
Confirmation – Country Delegates and Contact Information
Discussion Papers
Presentations
Progress report next Championship
Bids for Championship 4 years in advance
Notification Bids 6 years in advance
Election of Officers:
President
Vice-President
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APPENDIX B - WBSF RECORDS
TEAMS TWO-GUN AGGREGATE INCHES USA 1 ( F Boyer, D Powell, W Berger, T Boyer) 1993 .3750
USA 2 ( L Bruno, R Hoehn, D Creach, T Boyer ) 1997 .3075
USA2 (M Rattigan, B White, S Otto, G Newick) 1999 .2505
INDIVIDUAL LIGHT VARMINT Small Group 100 yd’s S Withey AUS 1991 .098
G Turini ITA 1997 .065
Small Group 200 yd’s C Balagna FRA 1991 .247
T Boyer USA 2001 .214
I Gabasio ITA 2005 .184
100 yard Aggregate H Du Plessis FRA 1991 .2289
J-P Troin FRA 1995 .2082
M Menke GER 1999 .1632
B Atkinson AUS 2001 .1588
200 yard Aggregate R Serain FRA 1991 .2613
M Rattigan USA 1999 .2180
Grand Aggregate T Boyer USA 1991 .2699
M Rattigan USA 1999 .2052
HEAVY VARMINT
Small Group 100 yd’s C Pacheco FRA 1991 .093
J Schafer GER 1999 .049
Small Group 200 yd’s F Boyer USA 1991 .180
G Turini ITA 1999 .168
100 yard Aggregate J-P Troin FRA 1991 .2023
P Jung FRA 1999 .1857
D Loker USA 2003 .1666
200 yard Aggregate F Boyer USA 1991 .2512
E Arenzi ITA 1999 .2123
Grand Aggregate J-P Troin FRA 1991 .2285
P Jung FRA 1999 .2152
TWO GUN AGGREGATE
T Boyer USA 1991 .2624
M Rattigan USA 1999 .2275
HEAVY VARMINT 300 YARD’S
Small Group 300 yards B. Rosenthal USA 1991 .525
E Arenzi ITA 1997 .482
I Owen NZL 2009 .471
300 Yard Aggregate B Roseenthal USA 1991 .4053
E Arenzi ITA 1997 .2767
HEAVY VARMINT 200 YARDS X 10 SHOTS
Small Group 200 G Newick USA 1999 .376
W Gammon CAN 2005 .371
200 yard Aggregate K Kochendorfer GER 2001 .2924
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TEAMS TWO-GUN AGGREGATE MM USA 1 ( F Boyer, D Powell, W Berger, T Boyer) 1993 10.42
USA 2 ( L Bruno, R Hoehn, D Creach, T Boyer ) 1997 8.54
USA2 (M Rattigan, B White, S Otto, G Newick) 1999 6.96
USA 1 ( L DaCosta, G Bukys, C Harris, T Boyer) 2011 5.881
Light Varmit – Teams Aggregate
USA 1 2011. 6.273
Heavy Varmit – Teams Aggregate
USA 1 2011 5.489
INDIVIDUAL LIGHT VARMINT
Small Group 100 M S Withey AUS 1991 2.71
G Turini ITA 1997 1.81
S Williams RSA 2011 1.51
Small Group 200M C Balagna FRA 1991 6.85
T Boyer USA 2001 5.94
Q Giantono ITA 2007 4.28
C Pacheco FRA 2011 2.27
100 M Aggregate H Du Plessis FRA 1991 6.36
J-P Troin FRA 1995 5.78
M Menke GER 1999 4.53
B Atkinson AUS 2001 4.41
200 m Aggregate R Serain FRA 1991 7.26
M Rattigan USA 1999 6.06
Q Quaglino ITA 2007 4.72
Grand Aggregate T Boyer USA 1991 7.50
M Rattigan USA 1999 5.70
M Ratigan USA 2007 5.45
M Ratigan USA 2011 4.92
HEAVY VARMINT
Small Group 100 M C Pacheco FRA 1991 2.59
J Schafer GER 1999 1.35
Small Group 200 M F Boyer USA 1991 5.01
G Turini ITA 1999 4.66
L Da Costa USA 2011 4.21
100 M Aggregate J-P Troin FRA 1991 5.62
P Jung FRA 1999 5.16
D Loker USA 2003 4.63
H C van Zijl SFA 2007 4.45
J Neary USA 2011 4.064
200 M Aggregate F Boyer USA 1991 6.98
E Arenzi ITA 1999 5.90
Grand Aggregate J-P Troin FRA 1991 6.35
P Jung FRA 1999 5.98
G Bukys USA 2011 4.786
TWO GUN AGGREGATE
T Boyer USA 1991 7.29
M Rattigan USA 1999 6.32
M Ratigan USA 2007 6.06
G Bukys USA 2011 5.386
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HEAVY VARMINT 300 M
Small Group 300 M B. Rosenthal USA 1991 14.58
E Arenzi ITA 1997 13.39
300 M Aggregate B Roseenthal USA 1991 11.26
E Arenzi ITA 1997 7.69
HEAVY VARMINT 200 M X 10 SHOTS
Small Group 200 M G Newick USA 1999 20.94
W Mitchell CAN 2011-09-08 10.07
200 M Aggregate K Kochendorfer GER 2001 16.24
Notes: From 2005 records shot in Imperial distance will be recorded in Imperial / records shot in Metric Distances will be recorded in
Metric.
APPENDIX C
PARTICIPATION NUMBERS
LV HV 300m
WBC1 1991 France 72 91 84
WBC2 1993 Finland 97 98 99
WBC3 1995 Australia 61 60 60
WBC4 1997 USA 112 115 105
WBC5 1999 Italy 120 120 119 (200 x 10)
WBC6 2001 New Zealand 78 78 70 (200 x 10 )
WBC7 2003 Sweden 93 93 92 (200 x 10)
WBC8 2005 USA 144 144 143 (200 x 10)
WBC9 2007 Austria 173 176 164 (200 x 10)
WBC 10 South Africa 96 96 90
WBC 11 France 158 158 121 (200x 10)
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APPENDIX D
EQUIPMENT TESTING - TECHNICAL DATA INFORMATION
COMPETITOR NAME: COMPETITOR NUMBER:
COUNTRY:
__________________________________________________________________________
RIFLE:
Action: Serial Number:
Barrel Maker: Gunsmith:
Trigger Maker:
SIGHTS:
Make: Power:
EXAMINATION. LIGHT / HEAVY (circle )
Stock Profile: YES / NO
Fore-end Width YES / NO
Barrel Profile: YES / NO
Barrel Length YES / NO
Overall weight: YES / NO
__________________________________________________________________________
Load Information:
Case:
PowderType: Weight:
Projectile Maker: Weight:
Primer Type:
Certification Sticker Number
Rifle:..............................
Examiner:................................ Date:............................ Append D Form 4
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APPENDIX E PRE-CHAMPIONSHIP INSPECTION CHECKLIST Function Requirements Progress
1
Progress 2
Administration Program of events
Alternative event 200 or 300
Technical Meeting Time and date/ Venue
WBSF Meeting Time and Date/Venue
Medals Ordered
Competitor Numbers Style
Competitor ID’s Style
Opening Ceremony Time and place
Closing Ceremony Time and Place
Entry Fees Agreed and advised
Country Information Developed and sent
Time Line Being followed
Range Facilities Range Measurement Confirm distances
Firing Line Position Confirm placement
Range obstructions Range clear of objects
Bench heights Approx 32 inches
Bench spacing Confirm adequate
Multiple use L and R
Covered Station Protection adequate
Target Frames Adequate numbers
Moving Backers Secure system
Backer driving system Able to handle all targets
Stationery Backers Distance requirements
Stools adjustable
Organisation Range Staffing Range Officer
Assistant Range Staff
Target Crew
Range Commands CD, Tape or? Test timing
Range Sound System System Test
Target Measurer Who – experience adequate
Check Scorer Who – experience adequate
Measuring Equipment Type - approve
Score recording Computer Program
Score Recording Meets Min of Arc requirement
Technical Committee Champ Director
Targets Supplier
Targets Sample print - approved
Targets Numbering system
Targets Everyman arrangements
Scoring facilities Secure
Protest Committee Officials or Competitors?
Technical detail Squadding Detail of when
Bench Rotation System to be used
Order of competition System to be used
Equipment Inspection Weighing Equip Scales Tested
Stock Measuring Satisfactory Equip
Certification Stickers Arrangements - secure
Competitor Facilities Wailing Wall Where established
Wailing Wall Adequate storage
Wailing Wall Access and secure
Practise Arrangements
Reloading Facilities Adequate arrangements
Toilet Facilities adequate
Disabled access Range and facilities
Official Notice Board Location
Rifle Storage Security arrangements
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Equipment Reception Arrangements?
Competitor Requirements Powder Supplies Types, available on site
Primer Supplies Type – on site
Sand Supplies Available – on site
Water Supplies Available
Other Emergency Access
Communications What available
Flags and Flag Poles ordered
Accommodation Recommendations
Hire Vehicles Recommendations
Visa Requirements
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APPENDIX F CONTACT INFORMATION
Argentina Cristian Rando
Rawson 64, Ramos Mejia
Buenos Aires, 1704
ARGENTINA
+5411 5860 4664
crando@intramed.net.ar
Australia Brendan Atkinson, 418 Glynburn Road, Erindale, South Australia 4066
Phone +618 83320290
Email: acko13@adam.com.au
Alex Chryss (Benchrest Chairman)
1-11 Yarrow Street
Queanbeyan NSW 2620
AUSTRALIA
+61 2 62844929
Email: achryss@ozemail.com.au
Austria Alfred Throner, A. Stiftergasse 7, A-2700 Wiener Neustadt, Austria.
Phone/Fax +43 262220171
Email: oebrsv@telering.at
Austrian Benchrest Association
http://members.aon.at/oebrsv
Belgium Patrick Cammers Email: benchrest@skynet.be
Rooienberg 140
2570 DUFFEL BELGIUM
Phone: +32 15 31 17 13 Cell: +32 498 207 292
Bolivia Federation Internacional de Benchrest
Miguel Reznicek
mreznicek@pretensa.com
Canada David Abbott
4 Pinehill, RR#1
Barrie, Ontario, Canada L4M 4Y8
Dave.abbott@abbotts-air.ca
PO Box 2800, Petersborough Ontario K9J8L5
ofah@ofah.org
Columbia Benchrest Colombia (Fedetiro)
Javier BESAS,
c/-Momosas, 33, urb. El mirador 0875-Cervelos, Spain
P/F +34 936 601 679 xavierbesas@gmail.com
columbiabenchrest@gmail.com
Czech Republic Ladislav Ninger
U Santosky 11, 150 00 Praha,
Czech Republic
Phone +420 603434872 Fax +420 603434234 Email:In@sniper.cz
Finland Juha Soderholm,
Majasaarentie 2
48930 Kotka, FINLAND
mailto:acko13@adam.com.aumailto:oebrsv@telering.atmailto:benchrest@skynet.bemailto:ofah@ofah.orgmailto:xavierbesas@gmail.com
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Ph: +358 440 242430
Fax: +358 5 2257466
Email: juha.soderholm@jmspp.fi
France Jean-Louis Espinet
c/- FFtir, 38 rue Brunel, 75017 Paris France
Email: jlespinet@orange.fr
Phone (Home) +33 1 30 41 57 96
Mobile +33 6 70 43 42 64
Germany Martin Menke
Soelling 1, 46359 Heiden, Germany
Phone/Fax +49 2867 1381
menke@menke-rifle.de
Gunther Seifert guenthseifert@lucent.com
Indonesia Sebastian Lambang
JI. Merak Raya 6 Rewwin Waru
Sidoarjo 61256
Indonesia
sebastianlambang@yahoo.com
Pengda Perbakin Surabaya
J1. Gajahmada No 1
Surabaya 60242
INDONESIA
Ireland David O’Hara
24 Chapel Road
Newry. Co Down
BT34 @QG Northern Ireland
Phone +44 7921 676 231, Fax +44 28 3025 0221
Email: v7wsm@hotmail.com
david@iconic.ie
Irish Benchrest
The Oval Office
Derrymore
Blueball
Co. Offaly
Ireland 0044 7702323716
Italy Americo Angaran
Via Cademai, 19
32043 Cortina d’Ampezzo (BL)
ITALY
Fax +390436 861660
Phone +39 335 6396083
aangaran@alice.it
President Maurizio Fontanella
Japan Masao Miyagawa (country contact)
McMiagawa@interarts.jp
President
Kazumi Hirasawa
IZT0032@nifty.com
Luxembourg Francois Luciani
mailto:jlespinet@orange.mailto:menke@menke-rifle.demailto:sebastianlambang@yahoo.commailto:v7wsm@hotmail.commailto:david@iconic.iemailto:McMiagawa@interarts.jpmailto:IZT0032@nifty.com
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14, Op Kraizheck
L-3878 Schifflange, Luxembourg.
Tel: +352 541341 Fax: +352 549848
Email: francois.luciani@education.lu
Malta Dr Montanaro Gauci
AACTS
6/1 Lollies Place, Triq il Barbagann, SAN GWANN
Tele: 0035627206883
Fax: 0035621345696
Email: Gibran@onvol.net
Monaco Anne-Marie Deletang
Federation Monegasque de tir,
Le Triton,
5 rue du Gabian
MC 98000 MONACO
Phone +334 93788498
Fax +377 92053006 Email: redmeckbr@neuf.fr
FererationMonegasque de tir fmtir@fmtir.org
Namibia Kallie Venzke
PO Box 86567
Eros, Windhoek
Namibia
Phone +264 61 225068
Cell +264 81 1271395
Fax +264 61 225010
Email: kvenzke@iway.na
Netherlands Bram Verwijs (Secretary)
Julianastraat 23
2991 BH Barendrecht
The Netherlands.
Email: dutchbenchrest@telfort.nl
New Zealand Ian Owen
26 Dalrymple Street, Pinehill, Dunedin New Zealand
Phone +64 3 4737850
Email: ian.owen@vodafone.co.nz
Norway Trond Asly
Norges Benkeskytterforbund
Postboks 8
1483 SKYTTA
NORWAY
Email: post@benchrest.no
Philippines Dr Manny Garcia
Email: kristina.marie.garcia@gmail.com
Russia Alexander Chikin
Testovskaya str, 10, floor 21, office 122
Moscow, Russia
Email: a4ikin@gmail.com
Email: Benchrest@inbox.ru
Fax +7 495 241 1848
mailto:francois.luciani@education.lumailto:redmeckbr@neuf.frmailto:ian.owen@vodafone.co.nzmailto:a4ikin@gmail.commailto:Benchrest@inbox.ru
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Dimitry Strogonov +7 903 7743434
str@6ppc.ru
www.6ppc.ru
South Africa South African Benchrest Shooting Federation
PO Box 6148
Flamwood 2572
SOUTH AFRICA
Email: 6ppc@telkomsa.net
Website: www.sabsf.co.za
Spain Royal Spanish Shooting Federation
Email: federacion@tirolimpico.org
Sweden Torsten Astrom Adala 37, 905 94 UMEA SWEDEN
Int46 90 660 80 Fax 46 90 661 56
Email: adala.lantbruk@ac.irf.se
Steffan_karlsson@hotmail.com
bo.peterson@telia.com
Ukraine Dmitri Dzhulay@gmail.com
United Kingdom Martin Miles, Kings Arms Hotel, Kings Arms Street,
North Walsham, Norfolk, NR289JX, England
Tele +44 1692403054 Fax +44 1692 500096
Email: martin@kingsarmshotel.fsnet.co.uk
U.S.A. Wayne Campbell wc6ppc@verizon.net
Zimbabwe Duncan Frost
Duncan@airfreightco.com
Interim Members:
Other contacts:
New Caledonia Paul Nguyen
Email: paulnguyen@lagoon.nc
Henri Dovil person-dovil@lagoon.nc
Spain ( Barcelona ) Mr J M Mitjana
Email: jmmitjana@travesa.net
Javier Tormero c/- Paramys, 32, E-43007 Tarragomd, SPAIN
Tel: 34 977 207909 Fax 34 977 841480
Feran Canovas Email vivarnalb@hotmail.com
Vice President Michael Ratigan
1116 Bel-Mar
Woodward, OK 73801 USA
mailto:str@6ppc.rumailto:6ppc@telkomsa.netmailto:adala.lantbruk@ac.irf.semailto:Steffan_karlsson@hotmail.commailto:Dzhulay@gmail.commailto:wc6ppc@verizon.netmailto:paulnguyen@lagoon.ncmailto:jmmitjana@travesa.netmailto:vivarnalb@hotmail.com
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Phone (H) 580 254 3943 Cell 580 334 8426
(W) 580 994 5441
(F) 580 994 5534
Email: Mike_Ratigan@kindermorgan.com
Tom Morris, 17 Princess Street, Thurso,
Caithness KW14 7BQ
Scotland +44 1847 893941 Email: tem.haggis@virgin.net
NBRSA (Audrey Brown)
PO Box 6770, Sheridan WY 82801-6770
Phone +1 307 655 7415
nbrsa.manager@gmail.com
WBSF Website ulrik.sandgren@gmail.com
Other Information:
Entry Fees $60.00USD per day of competition.
Membership Fee $100.00USD per 2 years.
mailto:Mike_Ratigan@kindermorgan.commailto:tem.haggis@virgin.net