NRCC > Rules > Clock Rules

[A] APPROVED CLOCKS - The complete section Q [201-228 inclusive.] of the RPRA rules apply

[B] CLOCK STATION - All Clocks must be set against a Master Timer and competitors must forward the

clock they intend to use to the Clock Station in time to be set for the Race. [RPRA 210/211.]

[C] CLOCKS IN TRANSIT - All Clocks under transit must be sealed in accordance with RPRA Rules

201/202/216.

[D] CLOCK SETTING FEE - All competitors will pay a Clock Setting Fee of £1.00 per clock when entering

the Race. The total amount received will be paid directly to the Clock Officer at the end of each Season

and will represent full payment for all expenses incurred. The NRCC will not be responsible for any

other expenses and claims. Members using a second clock and all re-set fees of 60p must be paid

directly to the Clock Officer

[E] CLOCK SETTING - All clocks must be set by the Official Clock Officer/Setters) or whomsoever they

may appoint, one of whom must sign his/her name on the dials and rolls before being used on the clocks

they set, together with the name of the race point, date, Clock Number (unless printed when struck) and

the name of the Competitor and the name of the club (NRCC). The clock record sheet or envelope must

bear clock number, time of setting, the receptacle showing on the clock, race date and the competitor's

name and be secured as laid down in RPRA rule 188. [RPRA 206 also refers]. A minimum of TEN

MINUTES must elapse between strikes for setting on the Master Timer. All clocks set for competition

must be set to receive a container in the first receptacle available for that particular make of clock. No

member shall be allowed to assist in the setting or checking of their own clocks. [RPRA 215.]

[F] CLOCK INSPECTION - All clocks set for competition will be available to the competitor as soon as

possible. During the Race, the President or Secretary or whomsoever they appoint shall have the right to

inspect the Clock at any time and strike an impression of the time. Failure to allow access will result in

disqualification and may entail suspension.

[G] TIMING OF ENTRIES - All birds must be clocked on the day of arrival.

[H] VERIFICATION - Once a competitor has timed his first Bird this must be verified by telephone within

ONE HOUR OF TIMING to the Secretary on 01733 573109. Members must quote Computer No, Name,

District, Ring Number and the time on the dials (as near as possible). Following is an example of how to

Verify - (Computer No) A123 (Name) A. N OTHER (District) NOTTINGHAM (Ring no) GB00X12345 (Time) 15:59

If a competitor FAILS TO VERIFY WITHIN ONE HOUR OF TIMING then such clock will be disqualified

unless a competitor verifies a subsequent arrival within the one-hour limit, then this timing is counted as

the first arrival.

[I] NOTIFICATION OF TIMING - Each competitor must, when returning the Clock for checking, include

with the Clock a VERIFICATION CARD stating the time as shown on the dials, and full metal

ring particulars for all birds timed. Such card must be included in the Clock Envelope and forwarded to

the Secretary. This VERIFICATION CARD must be obtained from the Clock Station when collecting the

Clock set for the Race. Failure to comply may involve disqualification.

[J] STOPPED CLOCK RESET - If a Competitors Clock stops or is rendered useless, he/she may have

the same re-set by the clock officer against the Master Timer or he/she may time in to the nearest

competitor's clock. The time allowance to reach such a clock shall be as [RPRA 202]. Original Clock/s

must be returned to the Clock Officer to verify and dials must be returned to the Club secretary.

[K] HOLDOVER CLOCK RESET- In the event of a holdover the Clock Officer will appoint the day for

resetting. If a Competitor chooses not to reset, they do so at their own risk; the club will accept no

responsibility.

[L] CLOCK CHECKING - All Clocks must be checked against the Master Timer on the day the birds are

timed as soon as possible after timing at the discretion of the Clock Officer. Should a bird arrive during

the Hours of Darkness making it difficult for members to access the Clock Station, then a third party via

the telephone may strike such a clock against the Master Timer. The Clock may then be used to time

second day arrivals and must be produced at the Clock Station at the appointed time.

[M] CLOCK INFORMATION - The Clock Officials are responsible for completing the Envelope which

must show the following:- Computer Number, Name of the Competitor, Setting time, Number of the receptacle showing on the Clock, Race Point, Date, all Birds Timed together with the inside and outside

rubber ring details, Checking time, Number of the receptacle showing, RPRA Seal if applicable. On

opening one container only shall be taken at a time from the clock and checked. [RPRA 206.210.212.

refers] All Clock envelopes are in triplicate, the TOP COPY shall remain attached to the envelope and

be posted to the Club by 1st class post, the SECOND COPY shall be given to the Competitor and the

THIRD COPY retained by the Clock Officer.

[N] CLOCK VARIATION AND STOPPED CLOCKS - [RPRA 204 applies]. With regard refunds of fees,

these would be paid less transport expenses. Batteries for quartz and electro-mechanical clocks are the

responsibility of the competitor and the above reference to return of monies will therefore not apply. No

Clock Officer accepts responsibility for the strength of batteries and the Club will not accept any liability.

[O] HOURS OF DARKNESS - The Hours of Darkness shall be from 9.30 p.m. - 4.45 a.m. for races taking place in May and July, 10.00 p.m. - 4.30 a.m. for races taking place in June, and 8.00 p.m. - 6.15 a.m. for races taking place in September. The hours of darkness will be modified should any member time in within 30 minutes of the close of each day. Birds clocked after this time will be credited with a time from the opening of the race on the next day

[P] LIABILITY - Neither the Committee nor any Officer of the Club shall be liable for any damage or loss

that may occur whilst the clock is in their custody or in the custody of another fancier or in transit.